Scanstrut UltraInductive smartphone charger with magnetic holder

Hauke Schmidt

 · 15.05.2025

The compact ultra is waterproof and can also be used outdoors. The smartphone is held in position magnetically
Photo: Scanstrut
Scanstrut presents the Ultra, a new inductive charger for the marine sector. The compact device is easy to install, has a magnetic holder and is designed for use on boats.

Thanks to integrated Mag technology, the Ultra smartphone not only charges wirelessly, but also holds it in place. The magnetic force should be sufficient to securely hold even larger phones in rough seas.

Inductive charger, compact and seaworthy

According to the manufacturer, the Ultra is the smallest wireless charger in the Scanstrut range to date. With a charging power of 15 watts, it enables batteries to be charged quickly. It complies with the Qi2 standard. The Ultra is designed for both 12V and 24V vehicle electrical systems and is waterproof in accordance with the IPX6 standard, which offers protection against strong water jets. This means that the charger can even be installed outdoors. The surface is made of tempered glass and is said to be scratch-resistant.

The Ultra is installed in a 51-millimetre central hole and fixed in place with double-sided adhesive tape. The charger should then be secured with a large nut. Of course, the installation location must be accessible from the rear. The minimum installation depth for the charger is 43 millimetres. The price is around 160 euros.

Technical data:

  • Dimensions: 60.5 mm x 72.6 mm
  • Input voltage: 13-30 V
  • Input current max. 2 A
  • Output power: 15 W
  • Power consumption in standby mode: <0.5 W
  • Price: around 160 euros

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Hauke Schmidt

Hauke Schmidt

Test & Technology editor

Hauke Schmidt was born in Hanau, Hesse, in 1974, but moved to the coast at the age of an Opti and grew up sailing dinghies and tall ships. School and semester breaks were used for extensive Baltic Sea cruises. During and after his oceanography studies in Kiel, he took part in various international research trips to tropical and polar regions. The focus was on ocean currents and their influence on climate change. Eventually he was drawn back to his home coast and to YACHT. He completed a traineeship there and has been working as an editor in the Test & Technology department since 2009. His core tasks include equipment and boat testing, as well as practical topics relating to electronics, seamanship and refits. As a passionate DIY enthusiast, he loves to spend his summers on the water with his family and winters working on his boat

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