Baseus Crystal Shine Series USB-C to Lightning 20W 2m Cable, Black (CAJY000301)

Product overview

The Baseus Crystal Shine Series CAJY000301 is a 2-metre USB-C to Lightning charging and data cable designed for compatible Apple devices. It supports USB Power Delivery charging up to 20 W and data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps.

Its 2 m length provides additional freedom when the power outlet or USB-C charger is located farther away. A braided outer jacket, aluminium-alloy connector housings and reinforced strain-relief areas are designed for everyday use.

Key features and benefits

• USB Power Delivery up to 20 W – enables fast charging of compatible Apple devices when used with a suitable USB-C PD power adapter.
• USB-C to Lightning connection – connects Lightning-equipped Apple devices to USB-C chargers and computers.
• Up to 480 Mbps data transfer – suitable for both charging and synchronising data.
• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed – the specified 480 Mbps transfer rate corresponds to USB 2.0; this is not a USB 3.x data cable.
• 2 m cable length – provides more freedom to use the connected device while charging.
• Braided outer jacket – provides mechanical protection and helps reduce tangling.
• Aluminium-alloy connector housings – protect the USB-C and Lightning connector assemblies.
• Reinforced bending zones – Baseus states a durability rating of up to 10,000 bends.
• Five-core copper conductor construction – specified in the manufacturer's product description.
• Integrated control chip – Baseus describes intelligent charging and heat-management control.

Compatibility and intended use

The cable is intended for devices equipped with an Apple Lightning connector.

Typical applications include:

• compatible iPhone models with Lightning;
• compatible iPad models with Lightning;
• other Apple devices and accessories using Lightning;
• data synchronisation between a Lightning device and a computer with USB-C;
• charging from a USB-C Power Delivery power adapter.

Baseus associates PD fast charging with iPhone 8 and later Lightning-equipped generations and compatible Lightning-equipped iPad models.

Additional equipment required

To achieve fast charging up to 20 W you need:

• a compatible Apple device;
• a USB-C charger supporting USB Power Delivery;
• a charger capable of supplying the required power.

A power adapter is not part of the cable itself.

Not suitable for

• USB-C to USB-C devices;
• Micro-USB devices;
• newer Apple products that use USB-C instead of Lightning;
• USB 3.x / multi-gigabit data transfer;
• USB-C video output applications requiring technologies such as DisplayPort Alt Mode.

Important before purchasing

• 20 W is the maximum specified charging power of the cable, not a guaranteed charging level for every connected device.
• Actual charging power is negotiated between the device, charger and supported charging protocol.
• A compatible USB-C Power Delivery charger is required for PD fast charging.
• Maximum specified data speed is 480 Mbps; choose another cable if USB 3.x transfer rates are required.
• The Lightning connector can only be used with Lightning-equipped devices.
• Some retail and regional Baseus listings add a “QC” designation to this product. However, the technical specification itself identifies USB Power Delivery as the fast-charging standard. QC should therefore not be presented as the primary technical standard without additional manufacturer confirmation.

Technical specifications

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	Baseus
Series	Crystal Shine Series
Model	Crystal Shine Series Fast Charging Data Cable Type-C to Lightning
Manufacturer part number / MPN	CAJY000301
Product type	Charging and data cable
Host / power connector	USB-C male
Device connector	Lightning male
Maximum specified charging power	20 W
Fast-charging standard	USB Power Delivery
Data interface	USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Maximum data transfer rate	up to 480 Mbps
Maximum current	up to 2.4 A*
Internal conductors	Copper, five-core construction
Connector housing material	Aluminium alloy
Cable outer layer	Braided fabric jacket
Cable length	2 m
Colour	Black
Declared bending durability	up to 10,000 bends
EAN / GTIN	6932172602772

* A maximum current of 2.4 A is specified on the regional Baseus CAJY000301 product page. Actual current depends on the negotiated voltage, charger and connected device.

Construction and technology

The manufacturer specifies a five-core copper conductor structure protected by a braided outer jacket.

The USB-C and Lightning connector housings use aluminium alloy, while the cable-to-connector junctions are reinforced because these areas are exposed to repeated bending during normal use.

Baseus states mechanical durability of up to 10,000 bends. This figure should be understood as a manufacturer-declared durability test value rather than a guaranteed number of service cycles under every possible operating condition.

An integrated control chip is also described as assisting with charging control and thermal management.

Practical applications

This cable is suitable if:

• your Apple device has a Lightning port;
• you use a USB-C Power Delivery charger;
• you want charging capability up to 20 W;
• you need charging and data synchronisation in one cable;
• a 1 m cable is too short and a 2 m cable is more convenient;
• USB 2.0 / 480 Mbps data transfer is sufficient.

Choose another cable if:

• your device uses USB-C rather than Lightning;
• you require USB 3.x or multi-gigabit data transfer;
• you need USB-C video output;
• you need a cable designed for charging power substantially above 20 W for other device classes.

Package contents

Included:

• 1 × Baseus Crystal Shine Series USB-C to Lightning 2 m cable;
• cable management / fastening strap.

Product identification

• Manufacturer: Baseus
• Series: Crystal Shine Series
• Full variant: Fast Charging Data Cable Type-C to Lightning 20W 2m Black
• MPN: CAJY000301
• EAN / GTIN: 6932172602772
• Connectors: USB-C to Lightning
• Length: 2 m
• Colour: Black