The Basics when Looking for an Dell pa-10 adapter

The Basics when Looking for an Dell pa-10in place of an unregulated.
adapter.3) Output plug size/ Output Polarity
1) Output Specs Voltage and milli-AmpsThese are measured in mm. I will try and give
2) Regulated /Un-Regulatethese measurements as accurately as I can. If
3) Connector plug size/Output Polaritythe plug is not correct for your application. Radio
1) Output Voltage and milli-Ampsshack or another supplier may have an adapter or
Try and Find your specifications for your Dellthe existing plug can be spliced to the
pa-10 adapter. On the old adapter, Device wishingreplacement adapter if you be sure to check
to supply or specification page in an ownerspolarity before attaching to the equipment.
manual. The specs are usually given as volts andOutput Polarity
milliAmps (mA). Always try and find a exactAdapters with an AC out put this is not an issue
match of specs. This is the safest way to go.however ANY and ALL DC adapters it must be
Where an exact match is not available a coupleobserved or equipment damage most likely will
general rules of thumb to find a workable adapter.occur.
Choose the closest voltage available . Safer to go To determine the polarity of your Dell pa-10
lower the higher. Some devices can handle higheradapter look for a symbol like this: I will have the
without damage but many will not take it. If yousame symbol on my auction pages for adapters.
choose lower generally the worse that wouldDell PA-10 Laptop AC Power Adapter
happen is it would not supply adequate voltageSpecification:
and equipment would not normally be damaged.(
Choose milliAmps equal or higher than required90W Dell Laptop AC Adapter 19.5V 4.62A PA-10
2) Regulated (Switching) or UnregulatedInput: AC 100-240V (worldwide use)
(non-switching) OutputOutput: DC 19.5V 4.62A
Most AC adapters are unregulated, VoltagePower: 90W
output of the power supply floats with the loadConnecter size:
placed on them. Some electronic equipment suchInternal Diameter: 5.0mm
as digital cameras or security cameras are veryExternal Diameter: 7.4mm
sensitive to the input voltage and so require aWith central pin inside
Regulated/Switching adapter.  A regulated ACDell PA-10 Laptop AC Power Adapter warranty:
adapter guarantees that the output voltage willBrand New Replacement Product, works as
always be constant.genuine parts, 100% OEM Compatible!!
Do Not use an unregulated supply in place of aRemark: US power cord is included!!
regulated one!Full 12 months warranty!!
Ok to use a regulated (however generally pricer)