[P1] power inverters for the car

[Bonnie Crisp]

Guy,

I have had two since last summer.  The first was a Belkin.  I got it at 
CompUSA when I was looking for a Automotive adapter for my new (then) 
icebook.  It was $40 and I believe 300 watts.  It turned out to be more than 
enough power (we ran my ibook and a CD player at the same time).  The kids 
used the ibook to watch DVDs and play video games using our Virtual Game 
Station on the ibook.  It is a 13 hour trip to see the grandparents.

Well, it overheated was left on too long or something and got fried.  I 
replaced it with a Jensen (I think it is also around 300 watts) from Best 
Buy.  It cost a bit more than the Belkin as I recall, but less than the $79 
one I saw in another reply to your request.

I highly recommend the inverter, since it is much more versatile than an 
auto adapter for any AC device.  Just be cautious about the heat dissipation 
for the unit.  Good luck.

David Crisp


From: Guy McMickle <fierose8608 at fuse.net>
List,

I'm looking for some input on power inverters.  I'm going on a trip this 
weekend and would like to be able to use my iBook for longer than the 
battery lasts.  I was thinking of getting a power inverter that plugs into 
the cigarette lighter.  What kind of power should I be looking for?  Any 
brands I should stay away from?  Thanks.

-Guy McMickle

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