{"product_id":"qhyccd-ac-to-12v-power-adapter-eu","title":"QHYCCD AC to 12V Power Adapter (EU)","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial QHYCCD replacement power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides stable 12V DC output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted with a European (EU) mains plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for QHYCCD cooled cameras and 12V accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAC to 12V Power Adapter (EU)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis QHYCCD AC to 12V power adapter is the official solution for powering QHYCCD cooled cameras, which require a stable voltage between 11V and 13.8V to operate correctly. As a direct replacement with a European mains plug, it supplies the optimal 12V to prevent inconsistent cooling performance and operational errors caused by voltage drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStable 12V Power for QHYCCD Cooled Cameras\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cooled CMOS camera's thermoelectric cooler (TEC) is highly sensitive to input voltage. If the voltage at the camera drops below the required 11V, cooling efficiency suffers, leading to higher thermal noise and inconsistent image calibration. This official QHYCCD adapter is designed to supply a steady 12V, ensuring your camera's cooler performs as specified, frame after frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is critical to keep the 12V cable between the adapter and the camera as short and robust as possible, minimizing voltage drop before it reaches the camera's sensitive electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Official EU Plug Replacement for 12V Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is the same power adapter QHYCCD includes with its new cooled cameras, making it the ideal replacement for a lost or damaged supply. Featuring a European mains plug, it's a must-have spare for imagers traveling to workshops or observing sites in regions that use EU-style outlets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is this specific QHYCCD 12V adapter recommended over a generic one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the official, factory-supplied adapter, guaranteeing it meets the specific power demands (11V to 13.8V) of \u003cstrong\u003eQHYCCD's cooled cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e. Generic adapters can have unstable voltage output or incorrect polarity, which can damage the camera's electronics or cause inconsistent cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eMy QHY268C's cooling seems weak. Could this adapter fix it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInconsistent or weak cooling is a classic symptom of low voltage. If you are using a long, thin power cable or a third-party adapter, the voltage at the camera may be dropping below the required 11V. Switching to this official \u003cstrong\u003eAC to 12V Power Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e with a short, high-quality DC cable is a critical first step in troubleshooting power-related cooling issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use a long 12V extension cable with this QHYCCD power adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is strongly discouraged. Every cable has electrical resistance, and a long or thin 12V cable will cause the voltage to drop significantly between the adapter and the camera. For best results, keep the adapter as close to the mount as possible and use a short, heavy-gauge DC cable to connect to the camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this the right adapter for use in Germany or France?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This \u003cstrong\u003eAC to 12V Power Adapter (EU)\u003c\/strong\u003e is equipped with a standard European \"Type C\" or \"Type F\" Schuko plug, making it compatible with mains outlets in most European countries, including Germany, France, Spain, and Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this power adapter included when I buy a new QHYCCD cooled camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, QHYCCD includes a 12V power adapter (with the appropriate regional plug) in the box with their cooled cameras. This product is sold as a direct replacement for a lost unit or as a convenient spare for travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat happens if the voltage drops below 11V on my QHYCCD cooled camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the voltage drops below the 11V minimum, the camera's TEC will not be able to reach its target delta temperature. This results in higher sensor temperatures, increased thermal noise in your images, and can cause the camera's internal electronics to behave erratically, potentially leading to connection dropouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/qhyccd-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQHYCCD Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"QHYCCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942995226909,"sku":"QHY-050007","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/QHYCCD-AC-to-12V-Power-Adapter-EU-1_b7d9dfdd-1483-473b-b5d3-7e3acd03188e.jpg?v=1789615147","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/qhyccd-ac-to-12v-power-adapter-eu","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}