adaptor

  1. JoeMagin

    Powerline Adaptor and power bands

    Hi, Just been looking into powerline adaptors and just wondering how they work. I read that they operate on far higher frequencies to mains power, but if that's the case why don't you have to separate band 1 and 2 like in other applications? Just hoping to find out the reasons Cheers Lads
  2. B

    AC Adaptor amperage question

    This isn't really DIY as such, but I need advice regarding a replacement power adaptor for an electronic device. The device requires an adaptor rated 24V and 3.3A It has a bit of an unusual connector so it's not so easy to find but I have seen two possibilities on eBay. There's a quite...
  3. Rockingit

    Mains adaptor - to fuse or not?

    Here's a Sunday puzzler for you all..... I've a large rental stock of properly made up mains adaptors for use in Europe and elsewhere - so typically something like a Schuko >1m 3c H05 / H07 1.5mm flex > twin 13A duraplug trailing socket, variants for other countries, USA and so on. The other...
  4. Srinivas

    Does adaptor burn while off ?

    Hi, Does adaptor burn while off ? Why I am asking this question is that one customer mentioned in his review his extension cord( spike guard or adaptor) had got burnt when adaptor main switch was off.
  5. E

    R1/R2 Socket adaptor for Megger 1700 series

    Anyone know of a R1/R2 socket adaptor that I can use with Megger leads. I have a kewtech adaptor and need to turn the megger leads round or it wont give a reading. I dont want to buy a set of Kewtech leads as I have two brand new sets of Megger leads. Are there other adaptor brands like socket &...
  6. Rockingit

    Massive repair washer / gland adaptor?

    I want to put a 16mm compression gland into an oversized round plate, say 100mm dia or smaller, basically to act as a stopper against a loose object it's supporting (this is a custom stage light). 1mm-ish sheet steel would be ideal but before I go diving around the skip bins of sheet metal...
  7. G

    Xmas lights not working - replacement adaptor needed?

    Hi there, Wondered if someone could advise as not good with electrics! I have an expensive Xmas tree which is pre lit. It decided not to light up a few days ago and not really sure what the problem is. I thought it may be the power/ transformer plug but can't seem to find a replacement...
  8. F

    9v Battery Backup in line with mains adaptor?

    Hi everyone, I have a Toro garden water controller. It is a 9volt system operated by two PP3 batteries. With age the very thin wires on the battery connection have broken. It is in a shed so I have changed the batteries for a 240/9v adaptor. Works great and saves a lot in replacement batteries...
  9. HappyHippyDad

    Which EV test adaptor?

    Just wondering if all of you who fit EVCP have a EV tester. If so, are there any you would recommend? I have at looked at a few. The zappi one is by far the cheapest myenergi EVSE-TEST-BOX EV Test Box -...
  10. D

    which USB adaptor to choose?

    Hi All, I have a product with the below techincal data and it comes only with a USB cable for now. I am unsure which USB adaptor I should choose. Can I use any usb adaptor with 100-240VAC, 5V DC and 1A or 2A specifications? Do i need to know the input voltage also perhaps? Thanks in advance.
  11. N

    Better?: Canadian surge bar with UK Plugs paired wit

    Hi, I hope you are all doing well. I have original UK samsung, apple and Huawei plugs and would like to know which combination of plugging them into my Canadian outlets would be best in terms of Safety, Protection and Efficiency. Please suggest which option from below would be best? 1) Buying...
  12. E

    Help! video doorbell with wirless chime adaptor

    Hi, I'm trying to set up a Hikvision video doorbell to trigger a honeywell digital chime. I ran into an intermittent issue, where the power kit was not functioning properly- it was not sending enough voltage to the doorbell, and too much to the digital chime, frying the transformer. I'm...
  13. C

    DC junction box

    Hello all, Any ideas for a DC junction box for outdoor use please. I have one AC line going outside and would like a junction box that can take this AC input and output multiple DC lines so I can use them to connect multiple devices outside (multiple cc tv cameras, door bel etc.,). Is this even...
  14. A

    Need help identifying safe AC adaptor

    Hi all, I'm trying to establish whether I can safely use an AC adaptor on a different device. Basically I have a UK plug on one adapter and I want to use that to power another device for which I only have an EU plug. I have attached pictures of the two adaptors below. Can anyone tell me if I...
  15. L

    UK to EU Adaptor for Extension Tower

    My partner and I will be working from Germany for a few weeks. We have a couple of laptops, monitors, iMac, printer, TV, etc. that need to be plugged in. Obviously this would mean a ton of adaptors and headache in terms of where plugs are positioned. I got two of the below extension tower...
  16. GBDamo

    8v, 500mA ac/dc adaptor replacement with batteries

    I have a relatively cheep LCD clock in the kids room (Grow Egg Clock) that is supplied with a ac/dc adaptor, 8V 500mA. As the little moster keeps playing with it I'd like to put it on a shelf but there's no sockets near by. Was considering one of those 9V battery enclosures with the correct...
  17. C

    UK RCD adaptor issue

    I am seeking professional advice. I have no electrical qualifications. On the last 2 occasions I have cut my lawn the RCD adaptor did not trip BUT when I disconnected the mower the RCD was completely dead (ie would not reset nor test nor allow power to any device) . On the second occasion I...
  18. S

    Hi, could anyone help please. I’m looking for a UK plug adaptor for this

    Hi, I’m looking to find a UK plug adaptor that attaches to this please. Where could I source this? Thanks.
  19. C

    Plug adaptor?

    Can you buy the reverse of the adaptor below? I need the two pin plug (with the hex shape) to convert to a 3 pin uk socket. It’s just for chargers etc in the car. I could make one from a lead and socket but would rather have just an adaptor. Thanks.
  20. D

    Plug in adaptor for the ring doorbell pro

    Hello I have decided to purchase a 18v 1 am plug in adaptor plug to rung the ring doorbell pro Like this one...

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