Can I connect S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe?

S/PDIF Coaxial and MagSafe are not directly compatible. You will need a Active adapter to connect them.

Do I need an adapter for S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe?

Yes, you need a S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe adapter to connect S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe.

Will connecting S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe.

S/PDIF Coaxial ↔ MagSafe

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe adapter

Signal Path

S/PDIF Coaxial Audio

Adapter

MagSafe Unknown

S/PDIF Coaxial

Family Audio

Form Factor Circular push-fit (orange/black)

Pin Count 1

Reversible No

MagSafe

Family Proprietary

Form Factor Magnetic flat

Pin Count 5

Reversible Yes

Notes

S/PDIF Coaxial to MagSafe: Some proprietary connectors (Lightning, USB-C) have audio adapters that include a DAC for headphone output. The S/PDIF Coaxial (Audio) and MagSafe (Proprietary) are from different connector families.