{"product_id":"ioptron-8418","title":"iOptron 12V Car Charger","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowers 12V astronomy equipment from a standard vehicle power port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for powering mounts and cameras at remote dark sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes dedicated power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and portable design\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\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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\u003e12V Car Charger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis 12V Car Charger provides a simple and effective solution for powering your telescope mount, camera, and other astronomy accessories directly from your vehicle's power port. It eliminates the need for bulky, dedicated power tanks on nights when you can set up near your car, offering a reliable source of 12V DC power for your entire imaging or observing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eReliable 12V Field Power for Mobile Astronomy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eFor many observers, the most accessible power source at a dark sky site is their own vehicle. This adapter plugs directly into a standard car cigarette lighter or 12V accessory port, converting your car battery into a stable power supply for your gear. It's an indispensable accessory for mobile astronomers who need a straightforward way to run their equipment away from home AC power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Vehicle Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leverages your car's battery to power GoTo mounts, cooled CMOS cameras, and dew heaters that require a 12V input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with the necessary cable to connect the charger to your devices, ensuring you have a complete power solution out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel-Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size makes it easy to store in your accessory case, ensuring you're never caught without a power option in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the primary use for this 12V Car Charger in astronomy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe primary use is to power \u003cstrong\u003e12V DC astronomy equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e—such as computerized telescope mounts, dedicated astro-cameras, and dew control systems—using the power port (cigarette lighter socket) in a car, truck, or RV. It's a fundamental accessory for mobile observing and imaging at remote sites without access to household AC power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I power a Celestron Advanced VX or similar GoTo mount with this 12V Car Charger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, this charger is designed to supply the 12V power required by most popular GoTo telescope mounts. It provides a direct connection from your vehicle to the mount's power input port, allowing for stable tracking and slewing throughout the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill using this 12V Car Charger drain my car's battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, running your astronomy equipment will draw power from your car's battery. A typical GoTo mount doesn't draw a large amount of current, but a full setup with a cooled camera and dew heaters can. It is highly recommended to \u003cstrong\u003estart your car periodically\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., every one to two hours) for a few minutes to recharge the battery and avoid being stranded. Alternatively, use it with a dedicated deep-cycle battery or a portable car jump starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does this 12V Car Charger compare to a portable power tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis car charger offers a more compact and lightweight solution if you are observing near your vehicle, as it utilizes the car's existing battery. A dedicated power tank is a self-contained unit you must carry and keep charged, but it offers the flexibility to set up far away from your car and eliminates any risk of draining your vehicle's starting battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this 12V Car Charger to power my laptop for astrophotography control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo, this charger is designed to output 12V DC power for astronomy hardware. Laptops typically require higher voltages and specific power inverters (DC to AC) or specialized DC-DC converters to charge safely from a car battery. This charger should only be used with equipment designed for a direct 12V DC input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the power cable included with the 12V Car Charger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the 12V Car Charger comes with a compatible power cable to connect it to your astronomy devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003e12V Car Charger\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003ePower Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917311734045,"sku":"IOP-8418","price":28.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-12V-Car-Charger-1_d6eba01c-00d7-4458-8d7a-ce52e415c73b.jpg?v=1789142554","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/ioptron-8418","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}