I used the wrong power supply!

[Sherzen]

I connected apollo twin x to a 12v 1.5A power supply. The ampere required is 3.4 i guess or 4.3.
Is the apollo ruined or affected?

 

[UniversalAudio]

I connected apollo twin x to a 12v 1.5A power supply. The ampere required is 3.4 i guess or 4.3.
Is the apollo ruined or affected?

Check with Support for the definitive answer.

 

[tomtama]

When you use the correct power supply does it still work????

 

[Sherzen]

When you use the correct power supply does it still work????

I dont have the original power supply. I connected the 12v 1.5a power supply twice for a very short period around 2 minutes. The apollo turned on on both times. I disconnected quicly because i figured I don’t have a thunderbolt cable to try it.
Im taking this apollo from a friend to test it maybe buy it. But he told me he can’t find the original power supply

 

[tomtama]

I dont have the original power supply. I connected the 12v 1.5a power supply twice for a very short period around 2 minutes. The apollo turned on on both times. I disconnected quicly because i figured I don’t have a thunderbolt cable to try it.
Im taking this apollo from a friend to test it maybe buy it. But he told me he can’t find the original power supply

It's not the amps that are a potential issue it's the volts. The UA Apollo Twin Power supply is a 12V supply you should be fine.

 

[Sherzen]

Thanks. I will buy online a 12v 5a power supply. This will be sufficient.

 

[tomtama]

Thanks. I will buy online a 12v 5a power supply. This will be sufficient.

Higher amps means that a power supply can supply more current, if needed. It never hurts to have a power supply that is overrated for amps (current), just don't use the incorrect voltage.

 

[Sherzen]

) Thank youu

 

[Neotrope]

REF

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X, X4 Power Supply

Power Supply for Apollo Twin and Apollo x4, with Locking Connector

www.sweetwater.com

Tech Specs

• Type:Universal Audio Power Supply
• Input Voltage Range:100-240V AC, 50-60Hz
• Output Voltage:12V DC
• Output Amps:4200mA
• Polarity:Sleeve: Negative, Tip/Center: Positive
• Compatibility:Universal Audio Apollo Twin X, X4
• Manufacturer Part Number:PSU-TWX/X4-US

 

[c3r1c]

Since it hasn't been explicitly mentioned, polarity is just as important (if not more so) than the voltage. Reverse the polarity and your device will be fried.

 

[Rainflower]

probably best to by the factory power supply from a trusted source like sweetwater for $49…

 

[bellows and brass]

Two threads on the same subject, same conclusion reached……quickly.

 

[SaffeyRoad]

Two threads on the same subject, same conclusion reached……quickly.

I’m waitin for the 3^ thread

 

[Matt Hepworth]

Under amperage will usually smoke the PSU before smoking the device. As mentioned above, being over the amperage is okay. Under is a concern. Voltage and polarity are both critical, too.

 

[Bruce_Sokolovic]

I destroyed a guitar pedal with the wrong polarity. Proceed with caution. Don’t screw that up.