Is This Power Adapter Good For This PSU?

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

I live in Ireland but because of the good exchange rate I'm ordering parts from the US Amazon.

Will this US PSU http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045L4BJ6/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Work in Ireland/UK with this power adapter?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Mountain-US-Plug-Adapter-Black/dp/B001CNMI04/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1408385252&sr=8-6&keywords=us+to+uk+adapter

Thaks in advance!

Pondering · Aug 18, 2014

It would be easier to find something like this: www.amazon.co.uk/Lindy-Mains-Power-Lead-3-Pin/dp/B000I2JUO2/

Is the standard the same in Ireland as it is in the UK?

The adapter needs to fit the plug in the picture below. The 2 pin would work for a laptop though.

needs to be 2 pin and a ground

http://www.staples.com/Staples-6-AC-Power-Cable/product_837539

Slobodan-888 · Aug 18, 2014

This PSU is capable of working with grid voltages of 100 to 240 Vac and frequency of 50Hz and 60Hz. So yes, it will work.

About the adapter, you have to have GND pin as well.

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

Pondering :

Is there a way to just buy a UK cable that connects into the US PSU?

Slobodan-888 · Aug 18, 2014

volcanoscout · Aug 18, 2014

Yes, that adapter will work too

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

So if I was to buy this cable - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Tex-Kettle-Power-Cable-Mains/dp/B003U798T4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=8-3&keywords=Power+supply+cable

and plug it into this PSU - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045L4BJ6/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Everything would work fine?

Slobodan-888 · Aug 18, 2014

4745454b · Aug 18, 2014

5A fuse? I guess that's fine. 230V should give you just over 1kW. Odd to see a fuse in a cord. As long as that plug looks like it will fit in your wall socket you should be good.

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

Even tho the PSU is from the US? Great!

Thanks everyone for your help!

volcanoscout · Aug 18, 2014

Shark Dentist :

Actually, I'd relook that - the PSU draws 5A-10A. Using a 5A-fused cord would work for a while before the fuse went, but I think you're looking for something that will last a little longer. There may be better permanent solutions available, but for now you'd be better off with the adapter you linked in your first post.

Edit: Or change out the fuse for a 10A before you use it. It's replaceable, so shouldn't be hard or expensive.

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

volcanoscout :

So that power adapter would be better than just buying the cable?

This http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Mountain-US-Plug-Adapter-Black/dp/B001CNMI04/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1408385252&sr=8-6&keywords=us+to+uk+adapter

VS

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Tex-Kettle-Power-Cable-Mains/dp/B003U798T4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=8-3&keywords=Power+supply+cable

volcanoscout · Aug 18, 2014

Shark Dentist :

volcanoscout :

So that power adapter would be better than just buying the cable?

I edited my last post to add, "Or change out the fuse for a 10A before you use it. It's replaceable, so shouldn't be hard or expensive."

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

volcanoscout :

Shark Dentist :

I edited my last post to add, "Or change out the fuse for a 10A before you use it. It's replaceable, so shouldn't be hard or expensive."

How do I do that?
Is it just a more expensive cable?

Sorry if I sound like an idiot..I have absolutely no clue when it comes to power cables etc..

volcanoscout · Aug 18, 2014

This one would work - Max Capacity Up to 3000 Watt (max 250 Volt, 13 A):

http://www.amazon.com/OREI-Hong-Kong-Adapter-Plug/dp/B008Y8PSSE/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1408390983&sr=1-3&keywords=Plug+Adapter+USA+UK

Don't worry about it - most people don't

Slobodan-888 · Aug 18, 2014

Just buy a cable with no fuse.

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

volcanoscout :

So just stick the cable supplied with the PSU straight into the adapter you linked and..wallaaah??!
Awesome,thanks!

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

Slobodan-888 :

Got any recommendations? If you'd be so kind as to link me one it'd be much appreciated.

Slobodan-888 · Aug 18, 2014

Just standard cable.

BTW, what is the rated voltage and frequency of electric grid in Ireland (for example, in my country is 220V and 50Hz)?

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

Slobodan-888 :

According to wikipedia it's.. 230V and 50Hz for here in Ireland

Slobodan-888 · Aug 18, 2014

OK, thanks. It will then draw around 6A max from the grid, and standard cables are capable of carrying up to 16A at 230V.

4745454b · Aug 18, 2014

As I said, 5A and 230V should be good for just over 1kW. Assuming he has a normal system it should be fine. No need to replace with a higher rated fuse.

volcanoscout · Aug 18, 2014

Standard UK double-sockets are rated to provide provide up to 13A continuous draw (from either or both sockets -actual draw can be up to 20A or more). The PSU is rated to draw 5A-10A, as per the manufacturer. A 5A fuse will work - before it fails. And it will fail, but hopefully not during a BIOS flash causing the OP to brick his mobo, or in the middle of something else important. A 5A fuse is sufficient for many laptops, but not a desktop.

I can say from personal experience that there's a big gap between what you CAN do and what you SHOULD do. Aside from extensive past personal experience working with UK-standard electrical systems, my company currently provides sensitive and extremely expensive electronic systems to the UK MoD and other EU customers. As part of the contracting process, I have to vet all aspects of the systems for compatibility, including cables, chargers, adapters, inverters, transformers, etc., so I'm reasonably confident that the advice I'm giving is accurate, but you don't have to take my word for any of this - all of it is easily verifiable online through reputable technical websites. Google is your friend

OP - I encourage you to research it yourself, but I think you'll find the adapter I linked in my last post is entirely sufficient and appropriate for your purposes. It's also cheap, simple and reliable. If you opt for a different solution that also incorporates a fuse, I'd advise you to get one rated at 10A-15A (220V-240V), or if the fuse is not inside that range, replace the fuse with one that is. You'd be okay with a higher rated fuse, but if you're going to have it in connection, you might as well take advantage of it as an additional protective measure for your PC.

Shark Dentist · Aug 18, 2014

volcanoscout :

Standard UK double-sockets are rated to provide provide up to 13A continuous draw (from either or both sockets -actual draw can be up to 20A or more). The PSU is rated to draw 5A-10A, as per the manufacturer. A 5A fuse will work - before it fails. And it will fail, but hopefully not during a BIOS flash causing the OP to brick his mobo, or in the middle of something else important. A 5A fuse is sufficient for many laptops, but not a desktop.

I can say from personal experience that there's a big gap between what you CAN do and what you SHOULD do. Aside from extensive past personal experience working with UK-standard electrical systems, my company currently provides sensitive and extremely expensive electronic systems to the UK MoD and other EU customers. As part of the contracting process, I have to vet all aspects of the systems for compatibility, including cables, chargers, adapters, inverters, transformers, etc., so I'm reasonably confident that the advice I'm giving is accurate, but you don't have to take my word for any of this - all of it is easily verifiable online through reputable technical websites. Google is your friend

OP - I encourage you to research it yourself, but I think you'll find the adapter I linked in my last post is entirely sufficient and appropriate for your purposes. It's also cheap, simple and reliable. If you opt for a different solution that also incorporates a fuse, I'd advise you to get one rated at 10A-15A (220V-240V), or if the fuse is not inside that range, replace the fuse with one that is. You'd be okay with a higher rated fuse, but if you're going to have it in connection, you might as well take advantage of it as an additional protective measure for your PC.

I got this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003OD9XU8/ref=pe_385721_37986871_TE_item

Is it ok?

volcanoscout · Aug 18, 2014

That's a BS1362 cable which isn't really designed to carry the load you're going to be asking of it. You want to be looking for a cable that meets BS 1363, or an adapter that meets BS1363-3 standards.

See this: http://www.bs1363.org.uk/index.html

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