05 February 2024, 14:58 | #1 |
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PowerShark USB-C PSU
These are now available but at 70 euro each and you will also need a separate USB-C power charger to power it so not the cheapest option if you're looking for a new Amiga PSU.
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19 March 2024, 13:51 | #2 |
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I bought one but haven't tested it since I belong to a household which for some reason have no USB-C devices. Waiting on one from China which hopefully will fit the bill.
Anyone else got one and can share their experience? |
19 March 2024, 14:24 | #3 |
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It's expensive but well worth it, some thorough testing done on this video proves it.
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19 March 2024, 14:53 | #4 |
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I like the idea and I like the developers but at £80 delivered without USB-C charger it's just not economically viable. It must have been for some users as they are now sold out.
If you have a pimped A1200/060@100MHz and need the extra power above the stock PSU then maybe this would be the product for you but remove the spinning HDD and replace with CF/DOM and switch from 060 to PiStorm and your big power requirements are gone. |
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A 27W Raspberry Pi 5 PSU should be more than capable for most users needs. Maybe I'm wrong, but I doubt even heavy users would use that amount.
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Anyway yeah, I think if you don't have a modern alternative already and although it is quite expensive, this looks much better than any other modern Amiga PSU out there, but if you have one already it's probably a miss at this price point. I am a bit worried about the thingy sticking out of the power port though, not only it reduces the clearing space behind the computer, it could potentially be prone to damage if you somehow knock the computer and something hits the Powershark. Interesting device all-round though. |
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It also partially blocks the VGA port if you are using a ReAmiga 1200 board. |
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20 March 2024, 00:15 | #9 |
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poor old CD32 users.
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I have one and it is really neat. I think the trick is using a USB power supply that is 12v. I have a ton of USB power supplies around my house including my MacBook pro power supply but it turns out that none of them did 12V so I got an Amazon Basics power supply that is on their "Power Supplies We Tested" page and it works great. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087MFLLCR...roduct_details Rob's video is fantastic!
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20 March 2024, 04:03 | #11 |
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Very nice low cost solution, I actually have one of those laying around in a drawer. |
20 March 2024, 17:54 | #12 |
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Update! I thought it was working great but I think my 1200 is just too much for the Power Shark or I need even more than the 65w power supply I mentioned above. I think my 9-pin to USB mouse adapter pushed it over the edge. I will try The Power Shark with my stock Amiga 500 and see how it does. I applaud their efforts and it is a cool device, but it seems if you have a pimped machine it may struggle. But I know I am a minority. Not many folks have an 060, LED lights connected to the clock port and a wireless mouse Hopefully it will work great with my unexpanded machines
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20 March 2024, 18:42 | #13 |
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My A1200 is powered with PowerShark without issues and needs only 14 Watts at 1.2A using a 27 Watt PSU (Raspi 5)... it might be the LEDs which needs too much power...
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20 March 2024, 18:48 | #14 |
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Yeah, I bet you are right. I am a "Special case scenario" Although my every day power supply is rated at 50w (55 max) and handles my pimped 1200 with no problem. But I bet the Shark will rock on my A500 and A1200 with ACA1233n without any LEDs
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I also have a thicker gauge USB-C cable arriving today that is rated for 100w. That may help as well.
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Can't imagine your 65W not being enough for what you describe. |
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20 March 2024, 19:40 | #18 |
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Good to see some test with larger systems, have been looking for more reviews testing it..
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These have jumpers for 9/12/15/20 but not all USB C plugs support all voltages. e.g. My shaver charger is 15V and it's a new Philips model from Christmas. Why isn't is USB C? |
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A much less power hungry power supply will definitely power such a system, something is wrong here. This is starting to sound like a bad idea. |
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