I plan to tap into the cigarette lighter / power outlet fuse, which is a 20 amp fuse. Will I still be able to use the cigarette lighter outlet to power another 12v accessory, such as a phone charger?
59407
Yes, the existing fuse for the 12v outlet will go in the add a circuit along with the fuse for the new circuit.
59408
Yes.. this converts one fuse into two... you will plug you existing lighter fuse and the fuse for the new accesory into this and it will in turn plug into where the lighter fuse was.
59409
Yes, but keep in mind your vehicle wiring is still limited to 20 amps. So if you are using the original vehicle outlet and the new piggy-backed circuit, the combined amperage draw cannot exceed 20 amps.
59410
Yes, you will have two fuse receptacles once you plug this unit in. The original 20 Amp goes in one receptacle and a new fuse to protect whatever you are powering off of the new wire. Make sure you have the fuses in the proper receptacles and that the fuses are properly sized for the application.
59411
Yes, definitely! You will not lose functionality of the outlet. With this converter, you don't have to "tap in" necessarily in the traditional way. All you have to do is remove the fuse for the cigarette lighter, insert the converter, then insert the 20 amp fuse into the converter. Just make sure you install the appropriate fuse for the other device into the second fuse slot on the coverter.
1526411
You can buy such a thing. Any piece of equipment that has the option of using a 12V Cigarette Lighter socket will naturally work. Other than that, you would need to use a 6V power regulator (which is very simple/cheap to make). I am assuming that you need something more than USB power, which already exists on the unit via USB Charge Ports. Here at Amazon, you want something like this, which is pretty easy to implement: http://www.amazon.com/Converter-Module-12v-20v-Supply-Adapter/dp/B00OTQWK9U/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1428944314&sr=8-8&keywords=12v+to+6v+power+regulator I think I will go buy one of these for myself today, thanks for bringing this up! I am sure that I can get this to fit inside and install a jack.
2264700
No, but you can buy a y plug that converts your outlet into 2 outlets http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Dual-Port-Cigarette-Lighter-Adapter-Black/dp/B00511PTWM
1322733
You cigarette lighter socket/Aux. Socket is likely fused with a 10, 15, 20 amp fuse. An attempt to put anything in that slot and draw meaningful power from it would instantly blow that cigarette lighter socket fuse. So no.
1609456
Most car fuses are 20 amp for the ciggarrette lighter.I have not blown any fuses using this compressor.However if you uses a port long enough (15-20 min) it can get really hot and that is what causes the fuse to blow.This unit is not meant to be used commercially etc.
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I looked in the manual for anything to answer this and found nothing. As a mechanic though, I'd say as long as your using the lighter end supplied, I don't see a problem with that.... the lighter end does have a fuse, (3Amp fast blow) so IF something went wrong the fuse would/should protect both the charger and likewise, whatever it is plugged into. I've never done so with this, but routinely use a female lighter plug end with gator clips on opposite end to use battery power for all types of devices. On the other hand, if your asking will this CHARGE that battery.... I would have to say no. It's not designed to take a battery and charge (backwards) through the lighter plug. I looked in the manual for anything to answer this and found nothing. As a mechanic though, I'd say as long as your using the lighter end supplied, I don't see a problem with that.... the lighter end does have a fuse, (3Amp fast blow) so IF something went wrong the fuse would/should protect both the charger and likewise, whatever it is plugged into. I've never done so with this, but routinely use a female lighter plug end with gator clips on opposite end to use battery power for all types of devices. On the other hand, if your asking will this CHARGE that battery.... I would have to say no.... » Read More I looked in the manual for anything to answer this and found nothing. As a mechanic though, I'd say as long as your using the lighter end supplied, I don't see a problem with that.... the lighter end does have a fuse, (3Amp fast blow) so IF something went wrong the fuse would/should protect both the charger and likewise, whatever it is plugged into. I've never done so with this, but routinely use a female lighter plug end with gator clips on opposite end to use battery power for all types of devices. On the other hand, if your asking will this CHARGE that battery.... I would have to say no. It's not designed to take a battery and charge (backwards) through the lighter plug. « Show Less
1586421
Yes you can so long as you have a constant 12v source. In other words, wire it straight to battery or 12 constant on the fuse block. Most cigarette lighter plugs go off with the ignition so you need constant.
2195073
I really like this Bestek device. About the 20 inch fan, it's all about power. Realize that it takes 12V DC and makes 120 AC. So if the full 150 Watts is being used, there is well above 10A of current going to the lighter plug. Your fuse may only be a 10A fuse. If you plan on having the fan on while the car is off (if it's possible, most lighter plugs turn off when the car is off), I'm not sure how long the battery will hold up. You may find that your car does not start.
1609453
The compressor, when working hard, will possibly draw more than 10 amps. But it has an easily removable 15 amp fuse in the cigar/cigarette lighter plug. So it is designed not to draw 15 amps or it will blow its own fuse. If your car fuse blows then your car fuse for the cigarette lighter is the wrong size. Check the decal on the car fuse cover for the right size.
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i do not recommend pluging into car lighter plug. the unit draws too much power. it comes with clips to hook directly on car battery terminals. they do come smaller and can be plugged into lighter but they have less power (watts). figure out hqw many watts you draw and add 20 percent more and buy a power inverter with that power draw. you can not draw more power than the inverter puts out or the power inverter will blow. these power inverters are great when power goes out. you can run 25 watt floresent bulb for over a day with them on a mid size charged car battery, or even a tv. you do not need to keep a generator running all the time. i have two car batterys charged all the time if power goes out. i also have portable solar pannels 12 volt to charge batterys. this is a hobby for me.
1164339
Yes. You plug it in one of your cigarette lighter receptacles, and then you have 3 more outlets for items needing 12 volts to function. Great product. I recommend it.
858889
Hi Bryan,So your car does not have a cigarette lighter socket? Whoops! Unfortunately I am not familiar with what new cars have and have not with regards to a 12V DC output. The item that you have bought requires either a USB or a cigarette lighter type connector. I guess that I would ask your car guy if you have such an output connector in the car or can one be installed. I have not heard of this before. Good luck.r
1798272
I wouldn't think so. I've used the cigarette lighter in my older vehicle and the phone chargers in the newer vehicles. Works great. If it blows your fuse, replace the fuse and don't try it again would be my advice. I really don't think it will blow your fuse unless you're carrying a toaster oven, microwave, or other super power user around in your car.
51091
theoretically it sounds plausible since your car adapters or cigarette lighters would be putting out 12v from your car battery anyway, and this sounds like the same type of configuration. Your usb/phone chargers usually run on 5 vdc so there is some step down of voltage that occurs with these chargers. But keep in mind this set up would not be fused like your car is You can buy external fuses for 12v batteries though and from a car battery you are probably going to draw about 13 plus volts directly from a fully charged 12v battery. I would connect an inverter that has a USB port.
163704
I don't know for sure if it will work, but most cars output 12V from the accessory outlet.
165825
No. I recommend you only hook it directly to the battery as it draws too much current to connect through the cigarette lighter and will likely blow fuses in your vehicle.
1415159
The unit is supplied with a transformer that has an output of 12 volts DC. It does not come packaged with a power adapter for direct 12 volt DC hookup, but you could easily make one. The plug would be the same as the one on the transformer output with the other end being a cigarette lighter automobile type connection or whatever other connection to the 12 volt source you would be using. I do not see any reference to a 12 volt connection in the owners manual, but I see no reason why it could not be done. Just be sure you connect it with the correct 12 volt DC polarity. Or do what the other commentor said. Get an inverter. The unit is supplied with a transformer that has an output of 12 volts DC. It does not come packaged with a power adapter for direct 12 volt DC hookup, but you could easily make one. The plug would be the same as the one on the transformer output with the other end being a cigarette lighter automobile type connection or whatever other connection to the 12 volt source you would be using. I do not see any reference to a 12 volt connection in the owners manual, but I see no reason why it could not be done. Just be sure you connect it with the correct 12 volt DC polarity. Or do what the other... » Read More The unit is supplied with a transformer that has an output of 12 volts DC. It does not come packaged with a power adapter for direct 12 volt DC hookup, but you could easily make one. The plug would be the same as the one on the transformer output with the other end being a cigarette lighter automobile type connection or whatever other connection to the 12 volt source you would be using. I do not see any reference to a 12 volt connection in the owners manual, but I see no reason why it could not be done. Just be sure you connect it with the correct 12 volt DC polarity. Or do what the other commentor said. Get an inverter. « Show Less