Need some help with my Triton... electronics & electrical NOOB

[Tessaiga]

I bought a Triton a long time ago and till now have yet to make use of it. It's a long story.....


I need to check with you guys if something like this will power the Triton?

http://www.all-battery.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1627

Also, do I need to modify the power supply unit or the Triton so taht they can connect to each other?

Sorry about what must seem like a silly question.. I'm an absolutely ZERO when it comes to electronics...

Please help as I'm looking for a convenient and easy power supply to power up my Triton.. Thanks

 

[unnerv]

According to the manual

Triton only accepts DC input power which could come from a power supply or 12V

automotive battery. To achieve Triton's maximum potential, the power source must​

be capable of delivering at least 13 amps of current while maintaining 12 volts DC.

So the one you are looking at is kinda underpowered.

 

[Codeman]

Welcome to CPF!

Pyramid's PS14KX is a much better fit for the Triton.

 

[koala]

Hi Tessaiga,

What sort of batteries are you planning to charge with the Triton?

 

[Tessaiga]

Thanks for the input guys, I'm planning to charge both li-ion and nimh with it...

but i think it will mostly be used for nimh battery packs like FM 8AA into 2D holder and Mac Torch 14.4 battery pack...

Would there be any difference?

 

[Codeman]

No. With an appropriate power supply, your Trition will handle those just fine.

 

[Tessaiga]

Is there anything cheaper than the PS14KX??

That's an awful lot to pay for a power supply...

 

[SilverFox]

Hello Tessaiga,

While not cheaper, this power supply will also work.

The cheapest way to power the Triton is to use your car battery, or a "jumper" battery if you happen to have one.

You may also be able to use a power supply from a computer if you can find one good for 15 amps.

Tom

 

[Probedude]

Here's an inexpensive 12V 12.5A AC-DC power supply $27
http://www.web-tronics.com/1512siouposu1.html

Also Hobby People is having a 5 day sale next weekend and this will be on sale for $50
http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/158301.asp

 

[wanted]

Hey check out this link http://one18th.com/ShowArticle79.htm it teaches you how to build one with a cpu power supply. I didn't build one yet but I'm considering picking up a Triton and building one myself. The Triton has plenty of good reviews but it's pricey. I don't know if I'm gonna use it enough to justify it's cost. Here's another link with pics of a nice blingy cpu power supply someone built http://www.one18th.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15971&page=3. Just scroll down to post #62. Hope this helps!