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stone687

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cigarette lighter power output
« on: November 03 2021, 15:30 »
I have a bavaria 32 (2002)   What is the maximum safe output in watts I can connect to the cigarette lighter socket?   
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tiger79

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Re: cigarette lighter power output
« Reply #1 on: November 03 2021, 15:37 »
I think it's fused at 20A, so max 240W.  The contacts in cigarette lighter sockets aren't great, so using it for more than say 15A might lead to overheating.
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Re: cigarette lighter power output
« Reply #2 on: November 03 2021, 19:35 »
Only 180 W
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Re: cigarette lighter power output
« Reply #3 on: November 04 2021, 09:07 »
Hi

Probably main issue is the plug.
Not socket output W capacity and fuse.

If you are using standard plug with large wattage. (Attached picture)
There is a high risk.  It will overheat.
Even when using fridge. Typically it takes 5A. Plug starts to heat up.

Better option could be use Neutrik or similar.
https://www.neutrik.com/product/nl2fx


 
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