[FredinBroome (Fred)]

Originally Posted by Ukastronomer

Power supplies really are such a personal thing, I did look into many when buying and I chose this for two reasons, 1. Powers scope, 2, also has TWO different power setting USB outs, not just the standard low one so it also powers hungry gear such as the Daystar Quark Ha filter

https://www.tringastro.co.uk/celestr...QaAhlqEALw_wcB

I also use these for my dew heaters (eyepiece and objectives)

https://www.tracerpower.com/?gclid=C...IaAofnEALw_wcB

These in particular

https://www.tracerpower.com/tracer-l...ery-packs.html

Cheaper alternatives are available

Hello Jeremy,


I researched hard an long last night after asking this question and I found there wasn't any easy or straight forward answer. Part of purchasing any power supply package also including procuring the correct 12V power connector for the different brands out there.



I first discovered the Meade Power Supply LXPS17. It must be a heavy sucker as freight to Broome comes in at a hefty $80 bringing the whole unit to just over $400. It is an older model discontinued very where except Australia for some reason. It comes complete with the Meade 12V cable and includes a red torch USB etc so I will just have to buy two Skywatcher compatible leads.


I can get power solutions from my local Repco store so no freight solution. These are cheaper but I will be up for buying 12V power cables for all three scopes and a red torch. The Mechpro Jump Starter 12V 1800A has a 40AH with a cigarette lighter PTO and USB 1.1 connector. Unfortunately the Lithium starter option didn't have a cigarette PTO. This monster is $279.


Lastly I discuss the Celestron Powertank Lithium which you sent a link for. This one comes with red / white torch, a cable to power Celestron maybe Skywatcher, both USB 1.1 and 2.1 and has the latest Lithium technology. My only concern is its 7.2AH rating?


I'm still open to suggestions as I don't need the power unit just yet. This is just some of my thoughts.


Cheers, Fred