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All electrical devices and appliances need AC power sources, but different devices use different power voltages. Some AC DC power supply products are simple, easy-to-use adapters. Others are complicated equipment requiring experience and training in electrical wiring to install. Use AC power connectors and plugging strips when connecting several devices to a single power outlet.

Electricity from the power company is 120- or 240-volt AC power. Many electrical devices use a large plug or transformer on their power cord to convert the electricity to the lower voltage a specific device uses. An AC to DC power supply also converts the power to DC current. An AC DC portable power supply provides power to electronics located far away from wall outlets.

Uses of power supply devices include:

1. Power cords, plugging strips, adapters and battery backup power for electronic devices

2. Internal and external power supplies for computers, medical devices and other specialized industrial equipment

3. AC DC power supplies and other automotive-related power supply products

Action Steps
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Find AC power supplies for your electronic devices


Buy a replacement power cord for your computer or a charger for a cell phone or PDA. Find a plugging strip or surge protector with enough outlets for all your electrical devices on your desk. Obtain a power supply or adapter so you can use your electrical devices while traveling overseas.

I recommend: Buy external AC power supplies that include desktop power adapters and desktop power supplies that output a number of different voltages at TRC Electronics, Inc. Find the right power adapter or AC power supply for your electronic devices at RadioShack Corporation, where they have over 1,600 power and battery solutions.

Protect your computers and other electronics with AC power supply products


Sensitive electronics such as computers need electricity supplied without interruption or surges in power. Uninterruptible power supply units, also called UPS devices, guard against power surges and contain a battery to keep your computer running long enough for you to save your data when the power goes out.

I recommend: Narrow your search for internal power supply units for your computer at Newegg Inc., where you can browse by type, manufacturer, price or maximum power. Find server and PC power supplies, AC power supply accessories and UPS units at MyPcCase.com, where they also sell PC cases and other computer components. Protect your computer and other sensitive electronics with surge suppressors and UPS units purchased from TigerDirect, Inc.

Obtain specialized AC power supplies for industrial and medical devices


Use specialized AC power supplies and AC DC single, dual and triple output power supplies for medical devices, high-power audio and video recording devices, industrial refrigeration systems, testing equipment and many other industrial uses. The vendors who sell these power supplies provide technical help.

I recommend: Use the power supply finder at Acopian Technical Company to find AC DC power supply by voltage, model number or identify photos of various types. Move your computer's cursor down the list of power supplies at COSEL USA Inc. to see a photo and specific details of each model immediately.

Power, charge and jump start your vehicles with AC power sources


Jump start or charge the battery of your vehicle from a specialized automotive power source if another vehicle is unavailable or inaccessible. Run AC-powered devices from a car's cigarette lighter. Power a CB or radio with an AC to DC power converter.

I recommend: Find small portable generators and other power accessories for automotive products at JC Whitney. Buy travel power supplies at Sports Imports LLC, where they have everything from a small .5 Amp AC to DC converter to a 4-cycle portable generator with 2000-watt power.

Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

  • Purchase a special AC power cord with interchangeable tips to power or charge multiple devices to eliminate multiple AC power cords when you travel.

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