Power converter/adapter for automobiles

As a notebook computer accessory, a power converter/adapter for automobiles serves to charge the laptop while you are in a car. The current that comes from the cigarette lighter outlet on your car is direct current (DC). The laptop notebook also works on DC but at different voltages. Hence, a DC-to-DC power adapter/converter is required to charge the notebook computer in an automobile. They are generally switched mode power supplies. They let you use your laptop without using up the battery. They are small, light, and reliable. They are ideally suited for travel by automobile. They supply charge from an automobile power point or cigarette lighter. The cigarette lighter power adapters are used for any electronics that operate over the 15 to 21 volts range. These DC/DC power adapters enable the kids to play games, watch DVDs, or listen to CDs in the car. It can also recharge your notebook computer batteries while you are on the road. For extra quality, they are usually made in ISO-9002 certified factory. The DC/DC power adapters/converters are usually available in 60 or 120-watt versions with selectable voltage output of 15V, 16V, 18V, 19V, 20V, and 21V (Volts) slide switch selectable. They are usually compliant to FCC/VDE level B and have CE Mark approval. The ripple/noise is 1.5% maximum. The line regulation is +/- 5% and the load regulation is +/- 5%. The efficiency is about 88% with the operating temperature being -20 to +85 degrees Centigrade. The weight is generally 200 to 300 grams. They are generally compatible with multiple notebook connectors.

DC/DC converters are generally used by:

Airplanes
Automobiles
Boats
Campers
Cell Phone Towers
Emergency Vehicles
Motor Homes
Motorcycles
Police Cars
RVs
Solar Power Stations
Trucks
Wheel Chairs
Yachts

DC/DC converters are generally used as:

Adapter plug car cigarette lighter.
Air/auto adapter.
Air/car adapter.
Auto cords, car cords
Automotive converter
Car converter cords DC laptop power.
Cigarette lighter adapter.
DC input power supply.
Increase voltage from 12v to 18v.
Laptop adapter power cable.
Laptop auto power supply.
Laptop car charger cord.
Laptop power cord.
Noise filter.
Portable computer power source.
Power Supply Accessories.
Regulated voltage booster.
Travel laptop charger.

Usual features of DC/DC converters/adapters used in automobiles

Universal input 10.5VDC to 15VDC
Meets FCC/CISPR/VCCI class B EMI (conducted and emitted radio noise)
Vibration and Shock proof
Low profile and low cost
High efficiency
100% HI-POT tested
100% cyclic Burn-In
Humidity proof
Temperature proof
DC Power converter from automobile to laptop
Alternate power sources for notebook computers
Interchangeable multiple connector tips which eliminates the need for multiple adapters.

6.3 (OD) x 3.0 (ID) mm
5.5 (OD) x 2.5(ID) mm
5.0 (OD) x 2.1 (ID) mm
4.75 (OD) x 1.7 (ID) (ID) mm
6.5 (OD) x 4.3 (ID) x 1.4 (PIN) mm (EIAJ-05)

Interchangeable notebook tips at 15V, 16V, 18V, 19V, 20V, 21V, and 24V DC
Standard power outlets found in cars, boats, and RV's
Status light to indicate functions

Few Brands of DC/DC Car Adapters

Acer Laptop Car Adapter
Alienware Laptop Car Adapter
Alpha-Top Laptop Car Adapter
AMI Laptop Car Adapter
AMS Laptop Car Adapter
Apple Laptop Car Adapter
ARM Laptop Car Adapter
Ashton Laptop Car Adapter
AST Laptop Car Adapter
ASUS Laptop Car Adapter
Averatec Laptop Car Adapter
Cannon Laptop Car Adapter
Chembook Laptop Car Adapter
Comp USA Laptop Car Adapter
Compal Laptop Car Adapter
Compaq Laptop Car Adapter
CTX Laptop Car Adapter
DEC Laptop Car Adapter
Dell Laptop Car Adapter
DFI Laptop Car Adapter
Digital Laptop Car Adapter
Dual Laptop Car Adapter
E-Machine Laptop Car Adapter
Epson Laptop Car Adapter
Featron Laptop Car Adapter
Fujitsu Laptop Car Adapter
Gateway Laptop Car Adapter
Gigatech Laptop Car Adapter
Hitachi Laptop Car Adapter
HP Laptop Car Adapter
Hyperdata Laptop Car Adapter
IBM Laptop Car Adapter
IDP Laptop Car Adapter
Ilan Laptop Car Adapter
Inca Laptop Car Adapter
Itronix Laptop Car Adapter
Jetbook Laptop Car Adapter
Kapok Laptop Car Adapter
KDS Laptop Car Adapter
Lapnote Laptop Car Adapter
Leo Laptop Car Adapter
Magitronics Laptop Car Adapter
Maxtech Laptop Car Adapter
Metrobook Laptop Car Adapter
Micron Laptop Car Adapter
Mitac Laptop Car Adapter
Mitsubishi Laptop Car Adapter
Movita Laptop Car Adapter
MTS Laptop Car Adapter
NEC Laptop Car Adapter
Olivetti Laptop Car Adapter
Panasonic Laptop Car Adapter
Philips Laptop Car Adapter
Primebook Laptop Car Adapter
Quantex Laptop Car Adapter
Sager Laptop Car Adapter
Samsung Laptop Car Adapter
Sceptre Laptop Car Adapter
Seiko Laptop Car Adapter
Sharp Laptop Car Adapter
Sony Laptop Car Adapter
Sotec Laptop Car Adapter
TDV Vision Laptop Car Adapter
Toshiba Laptop Car Adapter
Tracer Laptop Car Adapter
Trogun Laptop Car Adapter
Twinhead Laptop Car Adapter
Umax Laptop Car Adapter
Viewsonic Laptop Car Adapter
Vison Laptop Car Adapter
Wedge Laptop Car Adapter
Winbook Laptop Car Adapter