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MBP 15” Magsafe 2 connector overheating

When I charge the mac while I’m using it the charger becomes extremely hot to touch. The cable does not seem damaged and neither does the macbook any ideas why and what I should do?

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 13.0

Posted on Jan 9, 2023 3:22 PM

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Nimendra123 wrote:

When I charge the mac while I’m using it the charger becomes extremely hot to touch. The cable does not seem damaged and neither does the macbook any ideas why and what I should do?
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/9feea843-7765-4f1e-a443-92d3c9f29741
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/57c7a4cb-af05-466a-b896-feff3f3333cd


Pins 2 and 4 look a bit charred (1st image.)


A worn out DC-in board can cause your issue. This is a stand alone replacement part. If it is the cause a brand new magasafe charger may temporarily resolve the issue— however will soon wear out as well...


the DC-inboard in the 2nd image looks better.


If that is a third party— try a Apple branded magsafe charger and compare your results:

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Apple or AASP can test both.



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Jan 10, 2023 4:52 AM in response to Nimendra123

Nimendra123 wrote:

When I charge the mac while I’m using it the charger becomes extremely hot to touch. The cable does not seem damaged and neither does the macbook any ideas why and what I should do?
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/9feea843-7765-4f1e-a443-92d3c9f29741
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/57c7a4cb-af05-466a-b896-feff3f3333cd


Pins 2 and 4 look a bit charred (1st image.)


A worn out DC-in board can cause your issue. This is a stand alone replacement part. If it is the cause a brand new magasafe charger may temporarily resolve the issue— however will soon wear out as well...


the DC-inboard in the 2nd image looks better.


If that is a third party— try a Apple branded magsafe charger and compare your results:

Find the right power adapter and cable for your Mac notebook ...

Identify your Mac power adapter - Apple Support


Apple or AASP can test both.



Learn how to get your Mac fixed and how much it will cost. Mac Repair Service Mac Repair & Service - Apple Support


Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support







Jan 10, 2023 8:57 AM in response to Nimendra123

Stop using that charger since it is bad/damaged. Burnt pins are bad. It is hard to tell from the second photo of the Magsafe port, but those contacts look Ok, however, lighting & reflections can hide issues in the photo. Examine the contacts on the Magsafe port of the laptop to make sure they are not burnt or discolored. If they look Ok, then I think you just need to replace the charger itself as I think the problem is most likely contained to the charger itself.


If in doubt, have Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider examine the laptop and charger.

MBP 15” Magsafe 2 connector overheating

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