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can I plug 'host-powered' pc speakers into the mains?

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_

Jan 1, 1970
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Hi

I've had to replace an old computer psu, unfortunately the replacement did
not come with the pass-through power connector that I plugged the speakers
into. It's an IEC type (I think...!)

Can I simply cut off the connector and add a standard mains plug instead or
is that a huge no-no?

I'm UK based, electrical supply 230-240 volts. The speakers specs are
230v - 50hz.

thanks
 
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soundman

Jan 1, 1970
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_ said:
Hi

I've had to replace an old computer psu, unfortunately the replacement did
not come with the pass-through power connector that I plugged the speakers
into. It's an IEC type (I think...!)

Can I simply cut off the connector and add a standard mains plug instead or
is that a huge no-no?

I'm UK based, electrical supply 230-240 volts. The speakers specs are
230v - 50hz.

thanks

Yes, you can. Make sure you use the right fuse (almost certainly a 5A).
Colour: Brown - live, Blue - neutral, yellow/green - Earth. If the wire
colours are different, come back and ask for information if you need to.
 
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David Harmon

Jan 1, 1970
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On Sat, 17 Apr 2004 15:58:39 +0000 (UTC) in sci.electronics.basics, "_"
I've had to replace an old computer psu, unfortunately the replacement did
not come with the pass-through power connector that I plugged the speakers
into. It's an IEC type (I think...!)

Can I simply cut off the connector and add a standard mains plug instead or
is that a huge no-no?

You can do that. It would be easier to plug it to one of the many loose
IEC to mains cords that are usually lying around spare.
 
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_

Jan 1, 1970
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I've plugged the speaker connector into an IEC to mains cord (5A) and it
works fine! I'll run with that for a while and if I need the cable I'll
wire a plug on.

Soundman and David - thanks for your help!
 
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soundman

Jan 1, 1970
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_ said:
I've plugged the speaker connector into an IEC to mains cord (5A) and it
works fine! I'll run with that for a while and if I need the cable I'll
wire a plug on.

Soundman and David - thanks for your help!
You are very welcome. It's nice to have an acknowledgement.
 
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