10-30V USB-C Hardwire Charger RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU
The 10-30V USB-C Hardwire Charger (RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU) is a GDS Modular Hardwire Charger designed to provide power to compatible USB Type-C GDS vehicle solutions. It accepts 10–30VDC input from a vehicle power source and provides 5.42–9VDC output at up to 2.5A through a USB Type-C male connector. Its modular design allows charger components to be replaced during upgrades without rewiring the vehicle power connection.
What Is the RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU?
The RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU is a GDS Modular 10-30V Hardwire Charger with a male USB Type-C output. It connects directly to a vehicle power source through its bare-wire input and provides power to compatible USB Type-C GDS vehicle solutions.
The charger accepts a wide 10–30VDC input range and delivers 5.42–9VDC output at up to 2.5A. Its USB Type-C male connector provides the output connection for the compatible GDS vehicle solution.
Unlike a charger designed specifically for Power Delivery, this model does not support Power Delivery.
GDS Modular Hardwire Charger Design
The charger is part of the GDS® Ecosystem™ and uses a modular approach for vehicle installations.
Its input side connects directly to the vehicle power source using bare wires. When a compatible GDS component needs to be upgraded, the charger design allows the power connector to be unplugged and new charger components attached without rewiring the vehicle power connection.
This modular approach is one of the defining characteristics of the RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU.
10-30V Input and USB Type-C Output
The charger accepts 10–30VDC input and provides 5.42–9VDC output at up to 2.5A.
The output uses a USB Type-C male connector, while the input uses a bare-wire connection. This configuration is intended for compatible USB Type-C GDS vehicle solutions.
The input cable measures 2.5 meters, while the output cable measures 1 meter.
Power Delivery Compatibility
The RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU does not support Power Delivery.
This distinction matters when selecting a GDS charger because RAM Mounts also offers separate Power Delivery charger models. The official RAM Mounts listing identifies the Power Delivery version separately from this charger.
For applications requiring Power Delivery, this particular charger should not be presented as a PD charger.
GDS Ecosystem Integration
The RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU is part of the GDS Ecosystem™. RAM Mounts describes the GDS Ecosystem as a system designed to keep devices protected, connected, and charged across different applications.
This charger specifically provides the vehicle power connection for USB Type-C GDS vehicle solutions. It can therefore be used as the hardwire power component within compatible GDS setups.
Modular Upgrade Design
A key feature of this charger is its modular upgrade approach.
When an existing GDS vehicle solution needs to be upgraded, the power connector can be unplugged and new charger components attached. This design avoids rewiring the vehicle power connection during the upgrade process.
The charger therefore separates the vehicle power connection from the replaceable GDS charging component.
Vehicle Power Connection
The RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU connects directly to the vehicle power source through a bare-wire input.
The input cable is 2.5 meters long. The charger accepts 10–30VDC, making the input specification clearly defined for compatible vehicle power installations.
The output side uses a 1-meter cable terminating in a USB Type-C male connector.
Protection and Regulatory Features
The charger includes several specified protection and regulatory features.
Protection Features
The official specifications list:
- Over-voltage protection
- Short-circuit protection
- Reverse-polarity protection
- SAE J-1113-5 load-dump transient-voltage protection
- Moisture resistance
Compliance and Certifications
The listed regulatory and certification information includes:
- RoHS Compliance
- WEEE Compliance
- CE Certification
- E-Mark Certification
- RCM Certification
- FCC Certification
- UL 62368-1 Certification
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| SKU | RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU |
| Product Type | GDS Modular Hardwire Charger |
| Weight | 0.45 lb |
| Packaging | Poly Bag |
| Input Voltage | 10–30VDC |
| Output Voltage | 5.42–9VDC |
| Output Current | 2.5A max |
| Input Connector | Bare Wire |
| Input Cable Length | 2.5 Meters |
| Output Connector | USB Type-C Male |
| Output Cable Length | 1 Meter |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Power Delivery | Not supported |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Operating Temperature and Storage Temperature
The RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU is specified for an operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C.
Its listed storage temperature range is -40°C to +70°C.
These specifications define the temperature ranges provided by the manufacturer for the charger.
Why Choose the RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU?
The 10-30V USB-C Hardwire Charger provides a defined hardwire power solution for compatible USB Type-C GDS vehicle applications.
Its modular design allows the power connector to remain in place during supported upgrades, while the USB Type-C male output provides the connection to the compatible GDS vehicle solution.
The charger also combines a 10–30VDC input range with specified protection features, multiple regulatory certifications, and a 3-year warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU is a GDS Modular 10-30V Hardwire Charger with a USB Type-C male output connector.
The charger accepts 10–30VDC input.
It provides 5.42–9VDC output at up to 2.5A through its USB Type-C male connector.
No. The official RAM Mounts specifications state that the RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU does not support Power Delivery.
The charger uses a bare-wire input connector for connection to the vehicle power source.
The input cable is 2.5 meters long, while the output cable is 1 meter long.
The RAM-GDS-CHARGE-V7CU includes a 3-year warranty.
