Chicony 6V 2A AC adapter 5.5×2.5 mm barrel plug
Supplies 6 V at up to 2 A with 100-240 V input and a 5.5×2.5 mm barrel plug
- Product typeAC Adapters
- Worldwide voltage compatibility with 100-240V input
- Delivers up to 12W stable 6V power
- Fits 5.5mm x 2.5mm and 2.1mm barrel ports
- Smart chip provides multiple safety protections
- Brand-new Chicony adapter backed by 24-month support
What this adapter powers
This 6 V, 2 A AC adapter supplies up to 12 W to small electronics that use a 5.5 mm outer diameter and 2.5 mm inner diameter barrel connector. It accepts 100–240 V input at 50/60 Hz, making it suitable for worldwide mains voltages. The unit is intended for devices that draw 2 A or less, including loads down to 500 mA. Condition is new.
Behaviour under continuous load
A built-in smart chip provides over-temperature, over-voltage, over-current, under-voltage and short-circuit cut-off to keep the output stable during extended use. The adapter is rated for a maximum of 12 W continuous output at 6 V. Protection circuits engage automatically if the connected device exceeds the rated current or if the supply overheats.
Installation notes and common issues
The barrel tip fits 5.5 mm × 2.5 mm ports and is also compatible with 2.1 mm inner-diameter sockets. The package includes a US-style mains plug and a single adapter unit. Buyers whose devices require a different connector size, a higher voltage or more than 2 A of current will need a separate power supply.
How it compares
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- Price $22.99
- Cheaper than about 66% of the 27,790 comparable items (median $30.99).
Specifications
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| Product type | AC Adapters |
Questions about this item
Does the 6V 2A adapter run hot or make noise when powering a device all day?
It has over-temperature cut-off and short-circuit protection built in, so it stays cool and silent during continuous use.
My device needs a 5.5 mm × 2.5 mm barrel plug — will this cable fit without an extra adapter?
The output tip is 5.5 mm outer diameter and 2.5 mm inner diameter, and it also works with 2.1 mm centre pins.
I still have a laptop that only draws 1.2 A at 6 V — is this supply safe for it?
Yes, the 12 W unit automatically limits current, so it safely powers loads from 500 mA up to 2 A.
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