Should this converter be super hot? I have experienced very bad experience with these converters.By super hot, I mean higher than 50 Celsius or abov
1664935
No, it has been some time, this device did not do what I wanted it to do. Be able to connect a solid state drive as a a external hard drive.
1664936
No, that does not sound normal at all. Mine has never heated up noticeably, even when transferring hundreds of gigabytes. Sounds to me like there's something the matter with yours.
1664937
I didn't have any problem, but I only used it once and it took about 30 to mirror the drive.
1664938
Even running a full disk copy it didnt get that hot(122f). It's just a neat little box that allows you to use a mSata externally. Worked fine.
425395
Mine unit is not hot. I'm pulling twice as many watts (~235W). I run for 5 hours. Its sounds like you have a problem, maybe a fire hazard. I'm not sure of the electrical specs, if you have a voltmeter you might try measuring the voltage or amps.
57199
I would be cautious, I am no expert but these converters manage smaller devices, lamps etc very well. BUt they did not handle larger appliances, they would blow the fuse fast.
1840634
Yes I have used them before and they do show a little heat when they have been running for a long time to reach temp. It should not however be super hot or smell hot. But, some heating is normal As long as you are within the 240v limit and no more than 10 amps all is fine. If you are using a normal 240v then you would be at 10amps. Hope this helped. If not get a hold of an electrician and check the heating circuit. This unit should handle it
1865415
Hello, I bought this converter in combination with a 110V pyrographic tool. After two days use, the tool had a short circuit and also the converter was burned through. I dont know if it was the tool or the converter that has caused the malfunction. That was my experience; I cannot advise you. The only thing I can say is that I would not buy this converter again. Wish you luck with your purchase!!! Hans Melissant
1614309
It depends on your product's wattage to be used,if your going to use (2) two products make sure that these products are 50% lower in wattage than your converter
163652
Sorry, no. The converter is only for max 100W peak and also nit intended for equipment producing heat, like driers, toasters, ...
1255454
I will agree with you, the rating seems low. I have them operating on 70 volt lines and am running it to 25 watts without any trouble. I'm sure it can go more. Remember, that 50 watts could be 5 amps...+_ depending on output voltage and load impedance
218561
I fried a couple experimenting with voltages above 12V. The circuitry got very hot and failed. The lower voltages can be accommodated with the calibration pod. I have successfully powered it with a small solar panel with power ranges all over the board on cloudy days.
1044417
Whenever using ANY power supply, there is always gonna be some warmth/heat coming from the unit regardless of whats connected to it. This is perfectly normal. Now if its HOT to the touch, that is not good. Replace immediately. Hope this helps. Be safe ....Chris.
2196650
Check the wires connected to the converter piece.......other then that id say send it back for a replacement
2239015
I would not use this converter with anything certainly not curling irons. I had something plugged in that draws 90 watts (Converter is rated for up to 1600 watts) for about 10 minutes. The converter got so hot the plastic started to melt. This is not a quality converter.
1460997
Correct. The TOTAL output current is limited to 2.1A max. That means you can draw 2.1A from one port only, if all other ports are not in use. Or you can draw 1A each from two ports, and so on. If you exceed the current limit (for example, 3A total), the converter will still run for a short while. But eventually it will overheat and burn out.
1049105
I used a converter while in the W.I. Moo problem (after I melted it plugging it into 220) actually still worked years after that I just held it upright till it cooled off and hardened again. LOL
519743
This is a commercial and heavy-duty unit, and SHOULD be OK for that use. However, it is advisable to use caution when applying this unit to high-heat appliances, and you have mentioned a BBQ. Test it first before actual use, and watch/fee the converter as it is being tested to check for overheating.
1407033
I would not. It 'fried' a hair-dryer of mine and I don't think it's worth the risk. I've had other converters in the past that were considerably larger and more expensive with which I never had any problems.
94617
This is a 120v, so you would need to have a converter or it wont work or youu will fry it.