Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
06-06-2007, 09:27 AM
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Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
I cant seem to find one that is cheap enough to stay under $100 with a triton jr charger.
Is there anywhere where I can get one for about 30 bucks?
Is there anywhere where I can get one for about 30 bucks?
06-06-2007, 10:52 AM
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
Get a 12V lawnmower battery from walmart, and a cheap battery charger. Battery would be $14-24 at the most, and you can find a charger for under $40. Easiest way to do it, otherwise get one of these http://www.baproducts.com/asccustomp...ProductID=3072
06-06-2007, 12:15 PM
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
There should be many choices for a ps with 63 watts or more. A ps from a MRC 969 will work real nice. e-bay search for 12 power supply . If you can't find any I'll sell you one for $29 plus shipping.
ps don't be afraid to get one that is too big, but be leary about going over the 15 volts as the Trtions cannot work with over 15 volts and the JR may be the same.
pss try pyramid and radio shack brands too.
ps don't be afraid to get one that is too big, but be leary about going over the 15 volts as the Trtions cannot work with over 15 volts and the JR may be the same.
pss try pyramid and radio shack brands too.
06-06-2007, 03:14 PM
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
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There should be many choices for a ps with 63 watts or more. A ps from a MRC 969 will work real nice. e-bay search for 12 power supply . If you can't find any I'll sell you one for $29 plus shipping.
There should be many choices for a ps with 63 watts or more. A ps from a MRC 969 will work real nice. e-bay search for 12 power supply . If you can't find any I'll sell you one for $29 plus shipping.
ps I only have $75 on me at the moment.
06-06-2007, 03:31 PM
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
Just found this- http://cgi.ebay.com/SAMLEX-REGULATED...QQcmdZViewItem
Ill keep looking
Ill keep looking
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
If your ok with soldering you can [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_5680951/tm.htm]convert a computer power supply.[/link]
06-06-2007, 04:17 PM
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
Thanks for the help hands but I think that im going to stick with just buying the proper one right from the start. Im not that good at soldering.
Im not that good at soldering.
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
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Thanks for the help hands but I think that im going to stick with just buying the proper one right from the start. Im not that good at soldering.
Thanks for the help hands but I think that im going to stick with just buying the proper one right from the start.
Im not that good at soldering.
That last one you listed is a pretty good deal.
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
ORIGINAL: hands without shadows
There is nothing wrong with that. I would rather have you not try then have you electrocute yourself.
That last one you listed is a pretty good deal.
ORIGINAL: Takedown
Thanks for the help hands but I think that im going to stick with just buying the proper one right from the start. Im not that good at soldering.
Thanks for the help hands but I think that im going to stick with just buying the proper one right from the start.
Im not that good at soldering.
That last one you listed is a pretty good deal.
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
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Ya if I do get the triton jr Ill probably get the power supply I listed. But one more question. Does the power supply that I listed have enough amps?
Ya if I do get the triton jr Ill probably get the power supply I listed. But one more question. Does the power supply that I listed have enough amps?
If you are going to shop around some more the Triton Jr. is capable of 63 watts max output, 63W/12v equals 5.25A, so get something capable of 5.5 amps or more.
06-06-2007, 04:39 PM
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
ORIGINAL: hands without shadows
Yes it does.
If you are going to shop around some more the Triton Jr. is capable of 63 watts max output, 63W/12v equals 5.25A, so get something capable of 5.5 amps or more.
ORIGINAL: Takedown
Ya if I do get the triton jr Ill probably get the power supply I listed. But one more question. Does the power supply that I listed have enough amps?
Ya if I do get the triton jr Ill probably get the power supply I listed. But one more question. Does the power supply that I listed have enough amps?
If you are going to shop around some more the Triton Jr. is capable of 63 watts max output, 63W/12v equals 5.25A, so get something capable of 5.5 amps or more.
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
Here's something...
http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/158301.asp
http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/158301.asp
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RE: Where to find a cheap 12v power source?
Don't be afraid to buy a ps that is "too big". The one you listed is questionable as the specs are saying 4-6 amps. Is that 48 watts or 72 watts continuous? I sure can't tell. Anyways it is a good price even if it's 4 amps and will work for the Triton up to whatever the max power of the power supply is. I would prefer to pair up a ps with a slightly higher power rating than the max rating of the charger if using the charger at max power. Triton JR 63 watts size the ps to 72 watts +.
