YOOFONE YF-1203 12V 3A 36W AC/DC Power Adapter 5.5x2.1mm
Converts 100-240V AC to 12V DC at 3A with a self-adapting 5.5x2.1mm barrel plug for LED strips and CCTV cameras
- Cable length5 in (12.7 cm)
- First connectorBarrel Connector
- Second connectorBarrel Connector
- Cable jacketPlastic
- Connector typeBarrel Connector
- Apple compatibilityBarrel Connector
- Universal 100-240V input powers devices worldwide
- Auto-sensing output delivers up to 3A for safe operation
- 5×2.1mm barrel fits 2.5mm jacks with positive centre
- Flame-retardant shell withstands 1382° high-temperature protection
- 5m cord gives flexible placement for CCTV or LED strips
Purpose and audience
The YOOFONE YF-1203 is a 12V 3A AC/DC power adapter rated at 36W. It accepts 100-240V input at 50/60Hz and delivers up to 3A through a 5.5mm x 2.1mm barrel connector that also fits 2.5mm centre pins. The unit is built for indoor use with CCTV cameras, LED strips, routers, keyboards and similar 12V electronics. Polarity is centre-positive and the cord length is 1.5m (about 4.9ft).
What the bundle changes
The package contains only the adapter itself; no extra cables, mounting hardware or software are included. The self-adapting barrel jack handles both 2.1mm and 2.5mm inner diameters, so a separate tip is not required. A flame-retardant shell rated to 1382 degrees and a premium power cord are integrated into the single unit, removing the need for additional safety accessories.
Who this suits and who should look elsewhere
Installers powering 12V CCTV cameras, LED tape lights, Bluetooth speakers, GPS units or webcams that draw 3A or less will find the voltage and connector match straightforward. Buyers needing to charge battery-equipped devices such as laptops cannot use this adapter, as it is not a charger. Anyone whose equipment requires more than 3A, a different voltage, or outdoor-rated hardware should select another supply.
How it compares
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- Price $10.99
- Cheaper than about 92% of the 3,875 comparable items (median $23.99).
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | YOOFONE |
| Product line | YF-1203 |
| Model name | YF-1203 |
| Product type | 12 V |
| Product color | Black |
| Ports & slots | |
| First connector | Barrel Connector |
| Second connector | Barrel Connector |
| Connector type | Barrel Connector |
| Size & build | |
| Cable length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Cable jacket | Plastic |
| Product dimensions | 5.5118 cm × 7.1882 cm × 11.6078 cm |
| Product weight | 5.2 oz |
| Compatibility | |
| Apple compatibility | Barrel Connector |
| In the box | |
| Units per package | 1 |
| In the box | 1 |
Questions about this item
Does the barrel connector on the YF-1203 wear out and need replacement?
The adapter uses a fixed 5.5 mm × 2.1 mm barrel plug with a self-adapting sleeve that also fits 2.5 mm jacks; the connector is moulded to the 1.5 m cord, so no separate connector replacement is expected.
What limits continuous output before the unit shuts down or fails?
The hard ceiling is the 3 A / 36 W rating; drawing more than 3 A will damage the supply, so sustained loads must stay at or below that figure.
How hot or noisy does the YF-1203 get when left on 24/7?
The flame-retardant shell is rated to withstand 1382 °F, and the unit has no fan, so it runs silently; normal surface warmth is expected but no audible noise is produced.
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