Question about Volts and mA

[hongkongfever]

So if I have a device that requires 6V and 250mA, is it okay to use a 6V 300mA AC adapter?

 

[The J]

Yup. The adapter supplies a *maximum* of 300mA @ 6V. Anything that requires a lower current will be fine.

 

[IronWing]

Yes, he says with hesitation. How many hz?


Edit: Nevermind. Brain fart. Yes.

 

[coaster831]

Yes. The voltage supplied by the adapter must be the same as required by the device; the current rating must be equal to or higher than the device spec (the device will only draw what it needs).

Edit: the supply type (AC or DC) must be correct, and if DC, the polarity must be correct as well. Are you sure the device you're trying to power runs AC?

 

[FoBoT]

yippy skippy , a device that can provide more than the required current is always ok, just not less, or you'll blow a seal

 

[Born2bwire]

Originally posted by: FoBoT
or you'll blow a seal

Ewwwww.... Dammit FoBoT, keep your "extracurricular" activities to yourself.