scotty Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 So I found a good deal on 9V 500Ma power adapters at Monoprice, or so I thought. $5 each. Problem is, they are female plugs on the end instead of male. Does anyone know of a place that sells female to 1/8" male adapters? Does such a thing exist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted August 15, 2017 Author Share Posted August 15, 2017 I am thinking, this is what I am looking for, but they are sold out. Anyone have another source? http://www.mojotone.com/Accessories_x/Pedalboards-Pedal-Parts_x/DC-2-1mm-female-to-1-8-male-for-Pedal-Power-Supplies-6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrSidneyZweibel Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 (edited) 500ma is not the right size for the 2600/7800. Needs to be 1A. Edited August 15, 2017 by DrSidneyZweibel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_79 Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 500mA is enough for the 2600. The 7800 needs 1A. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamrodHare Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 I wouldn't use one of these adapters. Either get an original or one from Best Electronics. I've read too many posts where someone used a different adapter and the 2600 didn't work correctly with it. All my original adapters put out around 14.5 volts, when connected to a multimeter, even though they are rated at 9v. As Alex said, 500mA is correct for the 2600. These cheap power supplies aren't very good, that's why they are cheap. I'm all for saving money, but when it comes to something like this, you want to get the right thing the first time or it ends up costing you more in the long run. There may be members here who have a working original adapter that they will sell you for a very reasonable price, if you post in the wanted section of the marketplace.. You can also check eBay or send Brad an email at Best Electronics. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiddlepaddle Posted August 16, 2017 Share Posted August 16, 2017 If you REALLY want to use the adapters you have, you can cut the connector off and splice in the proper mini plug, either from a cheap donor from the thrift store or source some new connectors..easy to find online from parts supplier...Radio Shack used to have them. If you don't know or don't want to learn how to do any of that then I'd just go buy a proper replacement for the regular price...should be able to find one for 10-15 bucks I'd guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted August 16, 2017 Author Share Posted August 16, 2017 Only thing I do not like about the originals is that long, overly excessive cord that comes on it. Sure, I could trim it down, but that is defacing an antique, and I will not do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+-^CrossBow^- Posted August 16, 2017 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Here you go... https://console5.com/store/power-supply-adapter-for-atari-2600-and-atari-dedicated-systems.html You're welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H454 Posted August 16, 2017 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Only thing I do not like about the originals is that long, overly excessive cord that comes on it. Sure, I could trim it down, but that is defacing an antique, and I will not do that. Really?! You have to use the reset switch constantly, so the extra length to have the 2600 in front of you is a huge plus. If you use a harmony cart, your switching the power every time you switch a game. I grew up with getting up to switch channels on the tv and I grew out of that pretty quick. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamrodHare Posted August 16, 2017 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Really?! You have to use the reset switch constantly, so the extra length to have the 2600 in front of you is a huge plus. If you use a harmony cart, your switching the power every time you switch a game. I grew up with getting up to switch channels on the tv and I grew out of that pretty quick. Exactly! Without that length, I'd be using an extension cord all the time! If the length really bothers you, why not use a cable tie to control the excess wire? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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