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[Toraborakid]

Looking at the specs of the colecovision power supply i found this one as a possible replacement any thoughts?

http://www.alliedele...s/power-supply/

[5-11under]

Which one?

[adamcon]

Just followed the link and didn't see (with a quick look) any ps that would work. Think (key word) that the ColecoVision takes inputs of +12, -1 and +5.

[Ikrananka]

Why look for an replacement external ps when there are still so many original CV bricks that are available and work? Plus there is the issue of the proprietary connector that is no longer manufactured. Personally, I prefer an internal power supply to replace the brick.

Edited by Ikrananka, Tue Oct 18, 2011 5:46 PM.

[retroillucid]

Ikrananka, on Tue Oct 18, 2011 5:45 PM, said:

Why look for an replacement external ps when there are still so many original CV bricks that are available and work? Plus there is the issue of the proprietary connector that is no longer manufactured. Personally, I prefer an internal power supply to replace the brick.

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Yep! and you know I want it don't you?

[Toraborakid]

Sorry here is the link my bad. its the 35a model i was looking at.

http://www.meanwell....-35/default.htm

[classics]

Looks like the sort of supply you might find at a surplus electronics place on the right day. What's the new price like?

[Yurkie]

Toraborakid, on Wed Oct 19, 2011 8:59 PM, said:

Sorry here is the link my bad. its the 35a model i was looking at.

http://www.meanwell....-35/default.htm

One thing to keep in mind and I am saying this with complete sincerity.

Since this plugs into the wall and is a possible electrocution hazard, be extremely careful please. I take safety very serious and only sell untampered with original power supplies and do not offer internal power supply mods. I think Ikrananka's internal mod is cool, but told him of my safety concerns.

Again this is not meant with any disrespect but if you need to ask for advice if the power supply will work or not, that leads me to believe you know almost nothing about electricity and should not buy one.

There is a NOS boxed one being sold on Ebay, I bought 3 of these awhile back because I thought the fact that they where NOS and came sealed in box was cool. I recommend you buy one of these and forget the replacement power supply thing.

eBay Auction -- Item Number: 250879263592

[Toraborakid]

Yurkie, on Thu Oct 20, 2011 10:27 AM, said:

Toraborakid, on Wed Oct 19, 2011 8:59 PM, said:

Sorry here is the link my bad. its the 35a model i was looking at.

http://www.meanwell....-35/default.htm

One thing to keep in mind and I am saying this with complete sincerity.

Since this plugs into the wall and is a possible electrocution hazard, be extremely careful please. I take safety very serious and only sell untampered with original power supplies and do not offer internal power supply mods. I think Ikrananka's internal mod is cool, but told him of my safety concerns.

Again this is not meant with any disrespect but if you need to ask for advice if the power supply will work or not, that leads me to believe you know almost nothing about electricity and should not buy one.

There is a NOS boxed one being sold on Ebay, I bought 3 of these awhile back because I thought the fact that they where NOS and came sealed in box was cool. I recommend you buy one of these and forget the replacement power supply thing.

eBay Auction -- Item Number: 250879263592

No insult taken, but thanks for the warning ..

anyway, when i was looking at that it does look like it will work but before i attempt it its always good to get a 2nd opinion..and thats why i posted this in the first place..


i do have some professional electrical experience, but when it comes to electronics, i could use some boning up on..



It's vexing to me that there are no Real solutions to the coleco power suppy question that does not en-tale modding of any kind...

Why cant we find someone to run off a few hundred of a new coleco power supply's that have a real good build quality and a long MTBF

i for one would pay a good chunk of change for one.

Edited by Toraborakid, Thu Oct 20, 2011 5:39 PM.

[Yurkie]

I get nervous when I read about people messing with AC (alternating current). If you understand the dangers then, by all means proceed.

I say buy the 35-A in the .pdf that pops when your link is clicked. You will still need the end off the original power supply for a plug, unless you plan to hack the jack on a CV. Also make sure you connect the CV plug to the correct voltages on the power supply, would be a shame to fry a CV.

Let us know how it works please.

[evg2000]

Not sure how much the 35-a is, but why not go with a arcade PS? You can get them for $20 - $30 buck shipped, here's an example:

eBay Auction -- Item Number: 110516595015