Hi,
recently we were concerned that the iPad was not charging from the USB adapter plugged into the 12V plug in the van. I have a multimeter, but it was not possible to easily check the current flowing in the USB cable. I used my clamp meter around the 12V cable supplying the 12V socket and helped diagnose the problem. Seems like the iPad does not like charging the battery in sub zero temperatures.
Anyhow, to the point, I wanted something to measure voltage and current in a USB charger cable.
Thank you Mr Google and Dr. eBay:
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/USB-Charger-Doctor-Mobile-Battery-Tester-Power-Detector-Voltage-Current-Meter-R1/302264994286?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&var=601107373913&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Arrived today, works perfectly, and even for a tight a****e like me, I have to admit it but for $1.79 (including GST) it seems to be reasonable value! Only took 17 days to come from China.
cheers
Mike
recently we were concerned that the iPad was not charging from the USB adapter plugged into the 12V plug in the van. I have a multimeter, but it was not possible to easily check the current flowing in the USB cable. I used my clamp meter around the 12V cable supplying the 12V socket and helped diagnose the problem. Seems like the iPad does not like charging the battery in sub zero temperatures.
Anyhow, to the point, I wanted something to measure voltage and current in a USB charger cable.
Thank you Mr Google and Dr. eBay:
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/USB-Charger-Doctor-Mobile-Battery-Tester-Power-Detector-Voltage-Current-Meter-R1/302264994286?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&var=601107373913&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Arrived today, works perfectly, and even for a tight a****e like me, I have to admit it but for $1.79 (including GST) it seems to be reasonable value! Only took 17 days to come from China.
cheers
Mike
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