Is It Safe to Use a Power Adapter with Higher Amps?
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TechWhiz89
I've heard it's generally fine to use a power adapter with higher amperage than what the device needs. Some suggest it could even lead to quicker charging. However, I'm not using a charger; this adapter will provide constant power to my device while in use. The only difference is that the adapter I want to buy offers 0.1 amps more than my device's current adapter. Is that acceptable?
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You should be good! Devices only draw the power they need, so using an adapter with higher amps is usually fine. Just make sure the voltage matches your device requirements, and you'll be set!
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TechWhiz89: Thanks for the reassurance! My device is an "OpenScan Mini" photogrammetry scanner, and the current adapter has an input of 100-240v 50/60hz at 0.7A Max, with a 12v 2.5A output. The new one has the same specs, except for the input being 0.8A. Does that change anything?