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LarryBaxter's avatar
LarryBaxter
Aspirant
May 01, 2020

High current draw

My router draws 9 amps at 19 vdc, isn’t that a very high current load??? The unit works fine, but is warm to the touch. Any thoughts?????

6 Replies

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    May 02, 2020

    How are you testing this? Be specific. 

    the r8000p power supply is only rated to 3.16a with a max output of 60 watt. 

    If its pulling 9 amps its putting out 171 watts. that power supply should be cooking hot and fried.

    • LarryBaxter's avatar
      LarryBaxter
      Aspirant
      May 02, 2020
      I am running off of a 24 volt forklift battery. I am not using the plug in power supply. I am off the grid. I selected the number of power cells that give me 19.4 volts dc. T have a power meter that shows the amperage at 9.2 amps.
      • schumaku's avatar
        schumaku
        Guru - Experienced User
        May 02, 2020

        178.5 Watts? This device must cook and become very hot...