ACM 5.5mm x 2.1mm Female Socket to 2.5mm Male Plug DC Power Adapter Converter [2.1mm Socket to 2.5mm Plug]

Description

ACM 5.5mm x 2.1mm Female Socket to 2.5mm Male Plug DC Power Adapter

This ACM DC power adapter converts a 5.5mm x 2.1mm female barrel socket to a 2.5mm male plug. It lets you connect a power supply or charger fitted with a common 2.1mm barrel plug to a device that uses a 2.5mm barrel socket, without cutting or rewiring any leads.

DC barrel connectors look similar but come in several sizes, and a 2.1mm plug will not fit a 2.5mm socket properly. A simple adapter like this is the quickest, tidiest way to solve the mismatch, and is a handy thing to keep in a kit bag or electronics drawer.

How it works

Plug your power supply’s 5.5mm x 2.1mm barrel plug into the adapter’s female socket, then plug the adapter’s 2.5mm male end into your device. The adapter simply passes power through from one connector size to the other; it does not change the voltage or the polarity.

Where it helps

Barrel connectors are used on a wide range of equipment, including chargers, power supplies, LED lighting, cameras, small electronics and some hobby and field equipment. If you have a suitable power supply with the wrong-sized plug, this adapter can save you buying a separate supply.

Key features

• 5.5mm x 2.1mm female socket input
• 2.5mm male plug output
• Converts between common DC barrel sizes
• No cutting or rewiring
• Compact and easy to carry

Compatibility

Before use, check that your power supply’s voltage and polarity match what your device requires; the adapter only changes the connector size. Also check that the power supply’s current rating suits your device. If in doubt, consult the device manufacturer’s instructions.

Care and maintenance

Keep the adapter dry and free of dust and grit, and insert and remove it by gripping the body rather than pulling on any cables. Do not force it into a socket it does not fit. Stop using it if it becomes hot, loose or damaged.

Who is it for?

Anyone who needs to connect a 5.5mm x 2.1mm barrel plug power supply or charger to a device with a 2.5mm socket.

Please note: make sure voltage and polarity match your device before use.