My Garmin GPS runs either on six AA batteries or a plug-in to a car's cigarette lighter. Rather than running down the NiMHs, I'd like to work with the GPS at home using an independent power supply. I have a 6/12 volt battery charger that charges at a 1amp rate and a stand alone socket that can accept the car plug. Is this risky? BTW-would it be more risky to run with the charger or with a leftover AC power supply that's rated as 12V, 300 mA and actually tests at 15-16v?
Will I burn out this device?
Sep 18, 2006
6 Replies
That's a very bad idea. You can buy a power supply that has a lighter socket - Radio Shack perhaps?
Clearly you didn't butthole.
You have completely missed the point as usual. Go read "Electronics for Dummies".
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