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Plugable USB-C Amperage and Voltage Tester

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Plugable USB-C Amperage and Voltage Tester
Key Features
  • For Computers, Chargers, and Accessories
  • Monitors USB-C Power/Charging up to 240W
  • Bright and Easy-to-Read OLED Display
  • Visualize Directional Flow of Current
The Plugable USB-C Amperage and Voltage Tester combines functionality and portability in a compact, durable design. About the size of a USB flash drive, this bidirectional USB tester is packed with features, including full USB data passthrough, real-time monitoring of USB-C power and charging, voltage and amperage measurements, and a visual representation of electrical current flow.
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Plugable USBC-VAMETER3 Overview

The Plugable USB-C Amperage and Voltage Tester combines functionality and portability in a compact, durable design. About the size of a USB flash drive, this bidirectional USB tester is packed with features, including full USB data passthrough, real-time monitoring of USB-C power and charging, voltage and amperage measurements, and a visual representation of electrical current flow.

Easily connect the USB-C Amperage and Voltage Tester inline between a USB-C host device—such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone—and a charger to measure power consumption or monitor voltage. The updated OLED display ensures a brighter, clearer view in any lighting conditions, and the new orientation button allows you to flip the screen for convenience with just a click.

This transparent interposer maintains seamless USB functionality, supporting USB data (1.1 through 3.1 Gen 2), USB-C Alternate Mode video, and USB-C charging. It integrates effortlessly with USB-C docking stations, chargers, and other accessories, tapping only into the power (VBUS) and ground connections for measurement while leaving the data lines untouched.

At a Glance
  • Easy to read: USB C Tester monitors USB-C power and charging up to 240W. Measure voltage and amperage. Visualize the directional flow of electrical current. Updated OLED display is brighter and easier to read. New orientation button lets you flip the screen 180 degrees.
  • Bidirectional: USB power meter can be connected in either orientation, allowing for the full range of USB Extended Power Range (EPR) voltage from 5 to 48V (4.5V-50V, 50mA-6.5A operating range).
  • Broad USB support: Used as a data and power quality meter, device allows USB data pass through, USB-C Alt Mode video, USB-C charging. Use USB-C tester with USB-C docking stations, chargers, accessories, etc. Not compatible with Thunderbolt 3 devices.
  • Small and tough: Small enough to go anywhere you need a USB C voltage meter. Even fits most phones and tablets without removing protective case. Strengthened USB-C connections ensure it's sturdy enough to be your go-to USB C power tester.
Common Uses
  • Connecting between a USB-C host system like a laptop, tablet, or cell phone and a charger to monitor charge information.
  • Connecting between a USB-C host and docking station to monitor charge information.
  • Connecting between a USB-C host system and a USB-C bus powered accessory like an external hard drive, flash drive, etc. to measure power draw of a device.
  • Testing for USB-C port spec compliance such as a VBUS hot condition, voltage drop under load, etc.
UPC: 819927012788

Plugable USBC-VAMETER3 Specs

Display
Panel Type
OLED
Size
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Touchscreen
No
Inputs/Outputs
USB I/O
1 x USB-C Integrated Male Input/Output
1 x USB-C Female Input/Output
Wireless
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
Power Source
USB
DC Input Power
4.5 to 50 VDC at 50 to 6500 mA
Power Consumption
240 W (Maximum)
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
2.5 x 0.89" / 6.4 x 2.25 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.055 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.7 x 3.1 x 0.6"

Plugable USBC-VAMETER3 Reviews

This little guy works great!

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-11

To tell you the truth, I was looking for a $25-$30 item to put in my cart for free shipping and I nailed it. I have a couple DJI Drones that I fly on a consistent basis, and they always need a charge, so I picked up this meter and threw it between my 100W charger and the drone battery. When connected it shows what the drone battery is drawing and most of the time, it's drawing about 60w but the cool part is, the battery draws less as the charge increases and the Plugable meter counts down from 60w to 0.1W It's actually like a clock, when it's at 30w I know the battery is 50% charged. Really nice if you're in a rush to get back outside. And the same thing with the RC2 controller. Very happy about this purchase and I recommend it to everyone!

Excellent

By Frank
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-16

Works as advertised, the little arrow that shows direction of current flow is very useful too.

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