Charging gear for a 2013 MacBook Pro

newtprober wrote:

How can I charge a 2013 13-inch MacBook Pro from a power bank? I'm looking for a decent power bank, and most importantly a charging cable that will not burn out my MacBook connection pins!

The Mac software will moderate the charging—

never heard of an issue "burn out my MacBook connection pins" (?)

2013 Mac laptops use the MagSafe 2 Power Adapter, and the exact wattage depends on your specific model size

your Mac shipped with the MacBook Pro (13-inch with Retina Display, 2013)

60W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (Model A1435)

search—

https://www.ifixit.com/products/apple-magsafe-2-ac-adapter?variant=39371601248359

Hi,

A 2013 MacBook Pro requires a MagSafe 2 power adapter, with a 60W adapter for the 13-inch model or an 85W adapter for the 15-inch model.

Recommended Charging Gear Options

• Direct Replacement Charger: You can find compatible options like the §G∞GMJ 60W MagSafe 2 T-Tip Power Adapter on Amazon designed for 2012–2015 Retina 13-inch models.
• USB-C to MagSafe 2 Cable Solution: Alternatively, you can use a USB-C to MagSafe 2 Charging Cablepaired with a robust USB-C Power Delivery (PD) wall brick that outputs at least 65W–85W depending on your screen size.
• Magnetic Adapter Option: A compact VECASDEN USB-C Magnetic Charger Adapter converts a standard USB-C PD cable to fit MagSafe 2 ports.

You can check official accessories and compatibility insights via Apple Accessories and read expert hardware guidance on Hoxton Macs.

Its MagSafe power adapter requires an AC source.

If you are on a boat or in a car with only DC power then your only option is an inverter.