Can this be used with cigarette lighters with 120w output? Is the output for this item more than 120w?
767757
Sheena, i think the short answer is yes. For example Watts = Volts X Amps. I think the fuse is a 15 amp fuse so the maximum you will be able to get out of it without blowing the fuse will be 12Volts X 15Amps = 180Watts. So using it for 120W output is what it's designed for.
767758
I'm looking at the box and it only says that it's good for 12 volt cigarette socket. The only problem I have is the USB port is on the the bottom. It defines itself as a 4 port DC socket. Sorry it took me so long to get back with a reply.
767759
Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. The unit uses a 15amp fuse. Given that the usable output should be up to 180watts
767760
Hi Sheena: Jeffrey beat me to it. The only caution you want to take is to not treat this a 4 ports each capable of 15 Amps.With best regards
767761
Am sorry, can't answer the question. I know nothing about wattage and all. It fit into my car cigarette lighter with just a little push in.
767762
hi Sheena, Sorry for a late response. You can run up to 180 watts (12 volts, 15 amps) There are four cigarette lighter outputs. One can be used for an actual lighter (heat resistant) and three for power. It also has a USB output. It's very good quality. I am happy with it.
163652
Sorry, no. The converter is only for max 100W peak and also nit intended for equipment producing heat, like driers, toasters, ...
1529373
I've read that you should only use a converter for up to half the rated power output, so anything up to 150 watt would be OK. So, I'd suggest you get a more powerful converter, e.g. 500 W.
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YES, this model is intended for CAR use.If you buy one Universal AC to DC Car Cigarette Lighter Socket Adapter but power needed is 140 W, in this case you can use at home.
1429933
I don't know about cigarette lighter plugs, but it works fine with all my 12v power plugs in my trailer. I use mostly to plug in a 12v fan.
1683600
The wires used to wire a cigarette lighter plug will not accommodate a 2000 watt inverter. The wires in your car will melt the insulation probably if you go over 300 watts.
1142576
I am using this convertor for a 12 volt, 8 amp Slime air pump which also runs from the cigarette lighter in the car. This was the only converter that I found with this high amp rating, all others were much lower. You really need to know the ampere specification to make your final decision.
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Yes! Not only you can, you have spare power to run up to 165 watts. I have tried many and this is the best, most consistent converter I've ever used whether the load is minimal or high the output is steady (measured with a fluke meter) I recommend it 100%
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The maximum rated output is 1800 watts. You should be able to plug in any appliance or electronic device as long as that device does not pull more than the maximum listed.
277460
I am not an expert on this matter, but I think you can use a DC to AC converter (ie Cobra CPI 480) which can be used with either the cigarette lighter or direct to car battery cable attachments.
1322733
You cigarette lighter socket/Aux. Socket is likely fused with a 10, 15, 20 amp fuse. An attempt to put anything in that slot and draw meaningful power from it would instantly blow that cigarette lighter socket fuse. So no.
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After seeing Vicky's response, I see what you were asking now. However that wall plug only supplies 500ma. The compressor is fused at 20 amps and most cigarette lighters supply 10-15 amps. Therefore the adapter wont supply enough current to drive the compressor or may even blow the adapter's fuse. Looks like its designed to drive phone chargers and electronic devices. If there is one that supplies the equivalent amperage as a normal cigarette lighter socket then go for that one.
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The device had a cigarette lighter interface, which theoretically supplied a 12 volt DC output. However, in my experience, this device never worked properly.
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You might need a little extra # 10 or 12 wire. Most lighter plugs won't have large enough wire to support the amperage when transmitting. Just now checked the amperage on mine while transmitting and it was 3.5 amps so depending on the fuse for your lighter plug, you just might get away with plugging it in there. That was transmitting at 25 watts.
1953256
I use a 100 watt power inverter for the cigarette lighter in a car.. $20 is cheap..
70576
I am an electrical contractor by trade. The lights are very low amp draw and should not be a problem being powered by a cigarette lighter adapter. Obviously, they are typically permantly mounted and hardwired, but I see no reason they could not also be utilized in a portable type use and powered by any 12volt DC source.
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The 400W model *does* include a cigarette lighter plug as well as battery clip cables, as pictured. I wonder if the people saying no got the 1000W model? But anyway, you'll be limited to around 100-150W using that because of the limits of a typical vehicle power port - they're fused at only 10 or 15A. You'll have to use the battery clip cables to get the full 400W.