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====== Car inverter 220W DC to 240VAC ======

To convert 12VDC to 240VAC for the car, I have bought a [[https://aliexpress.com/item/1005007693065662.html|🛒220W inverter for ~8€]] and a [[https://aliexpress.com/item/1005006301009693.html|🛒cigarette lighter socket for 1.50€]]. Basically, I just wanted to have USB-PD but the 12V to USB-PD converters are all buck converters (at least the ones I've tested) - as step-up to 24V is more expensive, it is advisable to just step up to 240VAC directly. \\

🗒️Note: See other [[projects:rlink2#gadgets_you_can_get_for_your_car|gadgets you can get for your car]] \\

🛒Links are from aliexpress (Q2-2025) and may be expired. Search for alternatives. I do not affiliate, nor encourage to buy stuff. \\

===== Photos =====

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===== Conversion =====

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The plug is solid with the red ring as the lock - I am content with it. \\
Do not forget to at least make a knot in the cable as strain relief (which is still the quick&dirty method). \\
===== Measurements =====

**#TODO:** add oscilloscope measurements \\