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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?

Any help would be great thanks!
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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU


Why not order one from Europe and get the 240v 50hz stock psu along with it?


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On Aug 19, 1:34*am, wrote:
Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?

Any help would be great thanks!


And then there's the issue of trying to run an iron core 60 Hz
transformer on 50 Hertz as well. Even if you use a stepdown
transformer in Australia, I am sure your transformer based PS will run
much hotter for the same load because of greater core losses on the
lower frequency. Xl = 2 pi f L shows how frequency influences
Inductive reactance. - Sure there's a lot more to transformers than
that; but you will end up with a higher magnetising current on 50 Hz
and more heat generated by core loss.

For those who sugessted Switch-mode, I doubt you will get a Switch
mode PS outputting AC.

Just try the Australian distributor and ask them to ship one to your
Australian contact address, then you can be sure that is is compliant
with Australian standards with the correct mains plug, unlike
something you buy in Europe.
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Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the same as
Oz, it's only the US that is different!
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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?

Any help would be great thanks!



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On Aug 19, 1:34*am, wrote:
Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?

Any help would be great thanks!


Something is not correct here.....in your original post you state that
the PSU is "110/120dc to 12v AC" and this in itself does not make
sense. The Specs on the website for the Saffire does say input by
Firewire or 12v AC ,1.5 A.
The Saffire LE, however, has input via Firewire or 12v DC, 0.7A !.Why
transform to AC and then have the DC transform internally at higher
cost and weight?
Looks like a web error.


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"Easy FM" wrote ...
Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the same
as Oz, it's only the US that is different!


Please read more carefully before posting such opinions.
Note that the unit in question is a North American version
with a 120V power supply. The planet does not revolve
around 240V territories (or 120V, either.)

Additional points off for top-posting.

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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?

Any help would be great thanks!





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Easy FM wrote:
Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the same as
Oz, it's only the US that is different!


Yes, although both the UK and Australia use different nonstandard plugs,
so you STILL ought to get a wall-wart with the Australian plug on it.
--scott

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Another "top post" - it was not an "opinion", the "unit in question" was
made in the UK where ALL Focusrite Saffires are made. It's only the power
supply that is a yank version, so silas just has to get rid of the yank
power supply and replace it with the proper one for the country of use.

And don't be such a pompous bore, Richard.

"Richard Crowley" wrote in message
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"Easy FM" wrote ...
Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the same
as Oz, it's only the US that is different!


Please read more carefully before posting such opinions.
Note that the unit in question is a North American version
with a 120V power supply. The planet does not revolve
around 240V territories (or 120V, either.)

Additional points off for top-posting.

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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?

Any help would be great thanks!







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On Aug 20, 10:12 pm, "Easy FM" wrote:
Another "top post" - it was not an "opinion", the "unit in question" was
made in the UK where ALL Focusrite Saffires are made. It's only the power
supply that is a yank version, so silas just has to get rid of the yank
power supply and replace it with the proper one for the country of use.

And don't be such a pompous bore, Richard.

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. ..

"Easy FM" wrote ...
Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the same
as Oz, it's only the US that is different!


Please read more carefully before posting such opinions.
Note that the unit in question is a North American version
with a 120V power supply. The planet does not revolve
around 240V territories (or 120V, either.)


Additional points off for top-posting.


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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?


Any help would be great thanks!


The best way to test for power fluctuation is to run a jumper cable
from an 8 cylinder car battery, snap it on to your nutsack and red
line the engine. In Australia this is known as the rite of manhood.
(or womanhood if your nuts all off).


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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?


Any help would be great thanks!


If Silasell could contact Head Office( in London I believe),get an answer,and let us know, we would all be relieved.

Especially if there is a circuit mod. for 60Hz.
Keith.
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On Aug 20, 10:12 pm, "Easy FM" wrote:
Another "top post" - it was not an "opinion", the "unit in question" was
made in the UK where ALL Focusrite Saffires are made. It's only the power
supply that is a yank version, so silas just has to get rid of the yank
power supply and replace it with the proper one for the country of use.

And don't be such a pompous bore, Richard.

"Richard Crowley" wrote in message

. ..

"Easy FM" wrote ...
Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the
same
as Oz, it's only the US that is different!


Please read more carefully before posting such opinions.
Note that the unit in question is a North American version
with a 120V power supply. The planet does not revolve
around 240V territories (or 120V, either.)


Additional points off for top-posting.


wrote in message
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Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if
so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?


Any help would be great thanks!


The best way to test for power fluctuation is to run a jumper cable
from an 8 cylinder car battery, snap it on to your nutsack and red
line the engine. In Australia this is known as the rite of manhood.
(or womanhood if your nuts all off).


I hate to tell you, but 12 to 14 volts ain't gonna do much for your nuts.
Of course you could run a lead from the secondary ignition (spark pluts) and
really light your fire.

Gerry


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On Aug 21, 12:30 am, "pTooner" wrote:
"The Real Sid" wrote in ...



On Aug 20, 10:12 pm, "Easy FM" wrote:
Another "top post" - it was not an "opinion", the "unit in question" was
made in the UK where ALL Focusrite Saffires are made. It's only the power
supply that is a yank version, so silas just has to get rid of the yank
power supply and replace it with the proper one for the country of use.


And don't be such a pompous bore, Richard.


"Richard Crowley" wrote in message


z...


"Easy FM" wrote ...
Of course it will work in Australia (with the appropriate 220-240volt
supply). The thing is made in England where the power supply is the
same
as Oz, it's only the US that is different!


Please read more carefully before posting such opinions.
Note that the unit in question is a North American version
with a 120V power supply. The planet does not revolve
around 240V territories (or 120V, either.)


Additional points off for top-posting.


wrote in message
...
Just wondering about power supply to the Focusrite Saffire if it will
work in Australia i think it comes with a 12v AC, 1.5A external PSU
(Power Supply Unit) but is that from 110/120 dc to 12v AC... and if
so
could i replace it with a 220/240 down to 12 AC PSU?


Any help would be great thanks!


The best way to test for power fluctuation is to run a jumper cable
from an 8 cylinder car battery, snap it on to your nutsack and red
line the engine. In Australia this is known as the rite of manhood.
(or womanhood if your nuts all off).


I hate to tell you, but 12 to 14 volts ain't gonna do much for your nuts.
Of course you could run a lead from the secondary ignition (spark pluts) and
really light your fire.

Gerry


However insane the idea sounds to us, guys in Australia do enjoy
getting their nuts roasted.

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