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What happens if you use 2A charger for 1A device?
The current draw (Amperes) is controlled by the device you plug in. So if you plug a 1A device into a 2A charger, it will still only draw 1A. If you plug a 2A device into a 1A charger, you will only get 1A. The device will charge more slowly (1/2 speed roughly) but everything will be fine.
What is the difference between 1A and 2.4 A?
Most cell phones and smaller devices (such as bluetooth headphones, digital cameras and GPS’s) only require 1A (amp) to charge them. However, larger more power-hungry devices (such as tablets) require a 2.1 or 2.4A output to charge effectively. Generally one of them is a 1A and the other is a 2.1 or 2.4A.
Can a charger rated for 1A still work?
A power supply (what you’re calling the “charger”) rated for 1A can only provide up to 1A and still operate within spec. If your phone tries to pull much more than that it will excessively load the power supply. At moderate levels of overload the result is likely only the voltage “sagging”.
What is the amperage rating of a charger?
The amperage rating is the maximum amount of power it can supply. A device being charged will only take as much amperage as it requires. If your device needs 0.5 amps to charge, and your charger is rated at 1.0 amps, only 0.5 amps will be used.
Can a charger be used with the wrong voltage?
If an incorrect voltage is used — say a higher voltage than the device is rated to accept — then yes, too many amps may be drawn and the device can be damaged. This is why it’s critical to use the correct voltage.
Can You charge a 7AH battery at 30 amps?
You 30AH battery charger propbably means it charges at 30/10 = 3 amps which is too much for a 7ah. But I have done it for a limited time when I’m in a rush. You risk killing the battery by warping the internal plates and causing them to melt or short to each other. More than 3 amps I would be scared to do.