Can I use 12vdc for 9vdc?

Can I use 12vdc for 9vdc?

If you have a 12V adapter, you might wonder whether you can use it to power your 9V guitar pedals. In most cases, you cannot use a 12V adapter to power a 9V guitar pedal. Using a 12V adapter on a pedal designed to only handle 9V can completely destroy it.

What is a 5V 1A plug?

A 1A device means that, for a power supply at a certain voltage (5V for USB), the device will “ask” for 1A from the power supply. For a 1A charger, it means the electronic devices in the charger can handle 1A before they break.

Can I use 12V 1A for 9V 1A?

NO! Your output voltage is wrong, which is the important part. You can safely use an adapter with the same output voltage, and a current (A/mA) rating equal or higher than the original.

Are all 9V AC adapters the same?

The UK standard power plug is different from that used in Europe, for example, and different again from the standard US plug. Most AC/DC adapters are not universal and can only be used to power compatible devices. However, some models are designed to work as replacement chargers for a wide range of devices.

What happens if I use a 12V adapter on a 9V router?

However, the 9 Volt router cannot be run on the 12 Volt UPS. The 9 Volt router is meant to be run on 9 Volts and attempting to power it with the 12 Volt UPS will result in an overvoltage thus permanently damaging the router.

What happens if I use the wrong voltage adapter?

The device could power on, and just draw more current from the adapter than it’s designed for. This could cause the adapter to overheat or fail. Or, the device may power on, but the adapter may not be able to keep up, causing the voltage to drop (see voltage too low above).

Are iPhone chargers 5V 1A?

Question: Q: Charging power requirement: 5V, 1A The Apple mini USB power adapter for all iPhone/iPod models has a power output of 5V and 1A.

What happens if I use A 12V adapter on A 9V router?