Original power adapters · Lucan, Dublin

Original laptop & Apple MacBook chargers

The right charger starts with the right model. TECHHELP regularly stocks original laptop and Apple MacBook power adapters, with compatible charging cables and leads matched to your device.

Send your laptop model and a photo of the old adapter label. We confirm the suitable original charger, what is included, current availability and the price before you buy.

AppleHPDellLenovoASUSAcerMicrosoft Surface

Availability is confirmed for the exact model. An adapter, device cable and mains lead are not automatically included together.

HP laptop power adapter with its charging cable
Charger example. The adapter and connector supplied depend on your laptop.

Model-matched charging

Original chargers for the devices you use

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Apple MacBook chargers

Original Apple power adapters for supported MacBook models. We identify the appropriate USB-C or MagSafe charging setup, its wattage and the cable needed for that model.

MagSafe generations are checked separately; a similar magnetic connector is not a compatibility guarantee.

MacBook repairs and power faults →
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HP, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS & Acer

Bring the full laptop model or the original adapter label. We match the output voltage, required power, connector and manufacturer-identification requirements before confirming an original option.

Barrel, rectangular and USB-C connections must be checked against the laptop specification.

Laptop repair support →
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Microsoft Surface

Surface power supplies and USB-C charging support depend on the device. Tell us the exact Surface Pro, Surface Laptop or other Surface model so we can identify the appropriate connection and power requirement.

We confirm the particular charger and cable available rather than assume all Surface models use the same setup.

Surface repair support →

What we check before recommending a charger

Voltage, current and wattage

For fixed-output laptop adapters, the specified voltage and polarity must match the device, with adequate current and power capacity. Do not choose a replacement solely by the wattage printed on its case.

Connector and pin size

Barrel tips can differ in outer diameter, inner diameter and centre-pin design. Some laptops also use adapter identification. A plug fitting into the socket does not establish that the charger is suitable.

USB-C Power Delivery

The laptop, charger and cable must support a suitable charging arrangement. USB-C is a connector shape, not a promise of a particular charging speed. The exact device requirements come first.

The complete cable setup

We confirm the device cable, adapter and suitable Irish/UK mains lead or plug included in the quote. A damaged or unsuitable cable can cause charging problems even with a correct power adapter.

An original charger is described separately from an OEM-manufacturer or compatible replacement option. We confirm the actual component description, whether it is new, used or refurbished, and the applicable warranty before purchase.

Send these details for a useful answer

  • Laptop brand and full model number.
  • A clear photo of the old power adapter label, when available.
  • A photo of the charging connector or laptop socket.
  • The symptom: missing charger, slow charge, no charge or an intermittent connection.

A model label is useful; account passwords and personal files are not needed for a charger enquiry.

Email support@techhelp.ie or call 0874848484.

Not charging? The adapter may not be the fault.

A worn connector, damaged cable, battery issue or internal charging fault can produce similar symptoms. Bring the charging setup you normally use so the device and its accessories can be considered together.

Stop using an adapter or cable with exposed wires, melted plastic, signs of liquid damage or a burning smell. Do not open a mains power adapter.

Charging-port and power diagnostics →
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Charger questions

Compatibility, cables and buying the correct charger

What should I send to identify the correct charger?

Send the full laptop model, a clear photo of the old adapter label and a photo of the charging connector. For a MacBook, include its model or year and whether the connection is USB-C or MagSafe. Do not send account passwords.

Can I use a higher-watt USB-C charger?

For a compatible USB-C Power Delivery setup, the laptop negotiates a supported power level; a higher advertised wattage does not force that full power into it. Compatibility of the device, adapter output profiles and cable still matters. This does not make arbitrary barrel-plug adapters interchangeable.

Reference: Apple: Mac power adapters and cables

Does the USB-C cable affect the charging speed?

Yes. The cable must support the power required by the adapter and device. A cable that fits is not necessarily suitable for that charging setup. We check the cable as well as the adapter when matching a replacement.

Reference: Microsoft: USB-C and Surface charging

Can I choose a barrel-plug charger just because the pin fits?

No. The output voltage, polarity, required current, connector dimensions and any manufacturer-identification requirements must match the laptop specification. Similar-looking tips can have different electrical or identification requirements. Send the model and adapter label rather than guessing.

Are MagSafe, MagSafe 2 and MagSafe 3 interchangeable?

They are different connection generations. Apple describes a converter from an older MagSafe adapter to MagSafe 2, but that converter is not compatible with MagSafe 3. We match the charging connection to your MacBook model.

Reference: Apple: Mac power adapters and cables

Can every Microsoft Surface charge through USB-C?

No. The charging connection and supported power depend on the Surface model. Some use Surface Connect; USB-C charging and fast-charge requirements vary. Send the exact model so the correct power supply and cable can be confirmed.

Reference: Microsoft: USB-C and Surface charging

Is a charging cable or mains lead included in the price?

It depends on the particular charger supplied. The quote confirms whether it includes the power adapter, device cable, Irish/UK mains plug or mains lead, together with the item’s condition and warranty.

Do you have every original charger available immediately?

No. TECHHELP regularly holds original laptop and Apple MacBook chargers, but stock is model-specific. Contact us before travelling so availability of the exact charger and cable can be confirmed.

What if a replacement charger does not fix the problem?

The port, battery or internal charging circuit may be responsible. Tell us about warning messages, intermittent connections or a device that will not start. Assessment of the charging fault may be more useful than buying an adapter without checking the device.