Name: 12V 3A DC Power Adapter
SKU: VE-167
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12V 3A DC Power Adapter

Technical Specifications

Characteristic	Specification Parameters
Input AC Voltage Range	100V AC to 240V AC (Standard Indian Single-Phase Mains)
Input AC Frequency	50 Hz / 60 Hz
Output DC Voltage	12V DC Fixed
Maximum Output Current	3.0 Amperes (3000 mA) Continuous
Total Rated Power Capacity	36 Watts Max
Connector Dimension Profile	Standard 5.5 mm (Outer Diameter) × 2.1 mm or 2.5 mm (Inner Pin)
Connector Core Polarity	Center-Positive (Inner sleeve (+), Outer ring (-))
Form Factor Style	Wall-Mount Large Brick or Desktop Type (with 3-pin AC cord)

🛠️ Core Interfacing Guide

Operating safely with a 36W power supply requires tracking absolute electronic load rules:

The Voltage Rules Must Match: Only plug this adapter into devices explicitly rated for 12V DC input. Connecting a 12V adapter to a 5V device (like an entry-level development board or smartphone) will instantly destroy its internal microchips.
Current is Pulled, Not Pushed: The 3A rating is a maximum capacity ceiling. If you plug it into a 12V device that only draws 1A or 2A (like a standard router), the device will safely draw only its required current without damage. However, do not exceed 3A by connecting heavy loads like large 12V DC cooling fans or high-torque water pumps, or the adapter will overheat and shut down.
Check the Pin Inner Dimension: Many high-power 12V appliances and CCTV DVRs utilize a 5.5mm × 2.5mm jack instead of the standard consumer 5.5mm × 2.1mm size. Ensure your device’s receiving power jack matches the adapter’s pin dimensions to maintain a secure electrical contact.

A 12V 3A DC Power Adapter is a heavy-duty Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) designed to convert high-voltage AC mains power into a stable, low-voltage 12V DC output. Capable of delivering a continuous current of up to 3 Amperes (36 Watts total power), it provides significant current headroom. Due to the higher power output, it is commonly built as a “desktop brick” (with a detachable AC mains cord) or a large wall-wart. It is the standard power choice across India for high-end dual-band Wi-Fi 6 routers, 4-channel to 8-channel CCTV DVR systems, longer 12V LED strip light runs (up to 3.5 meters), LCD/LED monitors, and multi-servo robotics projects.

✨ Key Features

High-Current Headroom: Supplies a robust 3000mA continuous current pool, easily handling the simultaneous power spikes of multiple infrared night-vision cameras or motorized parts.
Stabilized PWM Regulation: Employs advanced pulse-width modulation to minimize ripple noise, ensuring smooth data transmission in high-speed networking equipment.
Universal Domestic Input Safety: Built to tolerate wide AC input variations (100V–240V), effectively isolating sensitive electronics from domestic power surges.
Multi-Layer Circuit Protection: Features active internal trip-switches for output short-circuits, over-current overloading, and automated thermal shutdown.

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Characteristic	Specification Parameters
Input AC Voltage Range	100V AC to 240V AC (Standard Indian Single-Phase Mains)
Input AC Frequency	50 Hz / 60 Hz
Output DC Voltage	12V DC Fixed
Maximum Output Current	3.0 Amperes (3000 mA) Continuous
Total Rated Power Capacity	36 Watts Max
Connector Dimension Profile	Standard 5.5 mm (Outer Diameter) × 2.1 mm or 2.5 mm (Inner Pin)
Connector Core Polarity	Center-Positive (Inner sleeve (+), Outer ring (-))
Form Factor Style	Wall-Mount Large Brick or Desktop Type (with 3-pin AC cord)

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