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5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply or HCF-36-12

Two models side by side: measurements taken by the author in their reviews, and their conclusions. The better value in each row is highlighted.

In brief: Based on review measurements: Test current: 5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply (7.5 A vs. 3); Temperature rise: HCF-36-12 (133 °C vs. 142).

Model5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply2015Read review →HCF-36-12HCF-36-122026Read review →
Voltage, V512
Current, A7.23
Power, W3636
Test current, A7.53
Temperature rise, °C142133
Review conclusionWith reservationsWith reservations

Only in one review: Under load 4.99 V (5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply); Protection 3.1 A (HCF-36-12); Weight 133 g (5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply).

5 V 7.2 A 36 W power supply: It regulates voltage well, but the overheating inductor and undersized capacitors call for modifications.

HCF-36-12: Low ripple, but the varistor is before the fuse and components get noticeably hot.

Figures were taken from the review text and checked against the quoted passages. Measurement conditions differ between reviews, so read the reviews yourself before buying. Prices at the time of review.

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