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USB Chargers for Classics - Matt Agajanian - 05-07-2012
Hello all.
As I've been acquiring Classics (HP-35, 45, 55, 67), I've noticed on eBay this item:
What are your thoughts on this item? Or would it be best to use the original HP chargers?
Re: USB Chargers for Classics - David Ramsey - 05-07-2012
I have one of the USB chargers, and it works fine. A standard USB port will provide up to 0.5 amps of current at +5V; that's 2.5 watts, while the Classic chargers I have claim "0.5W max", so if anything the USB charger will probably charger your Classics faster.
Re: USB Chargers for Classics - Eric Smith - 05-07-2012
As you say, a standard USB port is rated to provide up to 0.5A, but the actual current depends on the device, not the rating of the port. The charging cable in question is designed to provide about half the charging current of the original HP charger, so it will take about twice as long to charge.
Re: USB Chargers for Classics - Matt Agajanian - 05-07-2012
By the way, although this is the only one I've seen, are there USB chargers for Woodstocks or Spices?