{"product_id":"ram-gds-dock-ap37cu","title":"RAM GDS Tough-Dock USB-C 3.1 for Apple iPad Pro 12.9 3rd-6th Gen, Pro 13 \u0026 Air 13","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRAM-GDS-DOCK-AP37CU – GDS® Tough-Dock™ with USB-C 3.1 for Apple iPad Pro 12.9 3rd-6th Gen, Pro 13 \u0026amp; Air 13\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RAM-GDS-DOCK-AP37CU is the USB 3.1 version of the AP37 Tough-Dock. It is a spring-loaded vehicle dock that holds and fast-charges a large-format Apple iPad wrapped in an IntelliSkin® Next Gen sleeve, and the faster bus carries a 5Gbps data connection alongside the power. That data path is the reason to choose this variant over the standard dock; it is what allows an HDMI signal out through a GDS® Tough-Hub™. Pogo pin contacts mean the tablet docks and charges in one movement, with no cable plugged into the device itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-loaded vehicle dock with GDS® Technology™; integrated pogo pin connector provides high-speed charging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Type-C 3.1 female connector in the bottom docking cup, supporting data transfer at up to 5Gbps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for large-format iPads wrapped in an IntelliSkin® Next Gen protective sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged exoskeleton protects the tablet from knocks and vibration in fleet use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRAM® Mounts Compatible™ and works with the GDS® Hand-Stand™ hand strap and kickstand attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts via a 4-hole AMPS ball adaptor or a 75 x 75mm VESA arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a 3-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApple iPad Pro 12.9\" (3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Gen), iPad Pro 13 and iPad Air 13, each wrapped in the matching IntelliSkin® Next Gen sleeve. The sleeve is not included and is required; the dock charges through the sleeve's pogo pins, not through the iPad's own port. The dock connects to RAM® ball and socket systems via a 4-hole AMPS pattern ball adaptor, sold separately. If you do not need the data path, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ram-gds-dock-ap37cpu\"\u003eRAM-GDS-DOCK-AP37CPU\u003c\/a\u003e is the standard USB 2.0 dock at a lower price. For an 11\" iPad, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ram-gds-tough-dock-for-apple-ipad-10th-gen-air-5-pro-11\"\u003eRAM-GDS-DOCK-AP32CPU\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHole pattern: 4-hole AMPS, 1.181\" x 1.496\" (30mm x 38mm); 75 x 75mm VESA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower output: 60W maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData transfer: up to 5Gbps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput connector: USB Type-C 3.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-strength composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 780g (1.73 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware included: (4) #8-32 x 5\/8\" machine screws, (4) #8-32 nyloc nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does the 3.1 actually get me?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA real data connection. The standard AP37 dock passes power and a slow USB 2.0 link; this one runs at up to 5Gbps, which is what you need for video out through a Tough-Hub or for moving files at any useful speed. If the iPad only ever needs charging, save the money and take the standard dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need an IntelliSkin sleeve as well?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dock charges through the pogo pins on an IntelliSkin® Next Gen sleeve, so the iPad has to be wearing one. It is not included with the dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need a special charger?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes; a Power Delivery (PD) charger is required to supply sufficient power to this dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this the locking version?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This dock is non-locking. RAM make a key-locking USB 2.0 dock (RAM-GDS-DOCKL-AP37CPU) and a locking Cool-Dock with a fan (RAM-GDS-DOCKLF-AP37CPU); note that both of those are rated at 15W rather than 60W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen will my order ship?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't hold this dock on the shelf in Auckland; we bring it in to order. Please get in touch before ordering and we'll confirm the lead time for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RAM Mounts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44635048411180,"sku":"RAM-GDS-DOCK-AP37CU","price":460.96,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8208\/1068\/files\/12-18-24_09_31_RAM-GDS-DOCK-AP37CU_1.jpg?v=1754429375","url":"https:\/\/thegadgetguys.co.nz\/products\/ram-gds-dock-ap37cu","provider":"The Gadget Guys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}