Cigarette Lighter Adapter

With the development of automobile technology, there are more and more in-vehicle electronic devices that use the cigarette lighter interface to obtain automobile power. The most common ones are: GPS, dash cam, MP3 converter, power inverter, razor, tire inflator, car wash pump, etc. However, most vehicles are only equipped with a cigarette lighter interface, it becomes very inconvenient to use multiple electronic devices at the same time. Therefore, it is particularly necessary to choose a multi-function and multi-output cigarette lighter adapter.

The cigarette lighter adapter usually has the following functions:

1. Act as a power supply
   The adapter usually has two kinds of output interfaces, one is cigarette lighter socket, which can provide real-time power to electronic devices such as GPS, MP3 converter, tire air compressor, car wash pump, and the other is USB port, which can charge mobile phones. Some adapters also add QC3.0 quick charging USB port, which can quickly charge mobile phones, tablets and laptops.
2. Battery voltage monitoring
   The digital display on the adapter can display the voltage value of the car battery in real time. Generally, before starting the car, the battery voltage is normal between 12.2~12.8V and the voltage range after starting is 13.4-14.8V. If the cigarette lighter splitter is detected that the battery voltage is lower than 12V or higher than 15V, it is recommended to check the car battery in time or directly replace the battery.
3. Cigarette lighter function
   Because the original cigarette lighter port of the car is occupied by the cigarette lighter adapter, some adapters will retain one of the sockets with a cigarette lighter function. But the cigarette lighter device needs to be purchased separately.
4. Humanized design
   Due to the voltage value will suddenly increase when the car is starting, the impact resistance of electronic device should be good enough. Otherwise it is easy to damage. In order to better protect the electronic device, each cigarette lighter socket of the adapter has an independent power switch, and some will add a main power switch.

How to choose a cigarette lighter adapter?

1. First of all, choose the output interface of the cigarette lighter adapter.
   The cigarette lighter adapter output interface can be USB port, QC3.0 USB port, cigarette lighter socket, and even AC outlet. Therefore, when choosing, select the type of interface according to the needs of existing electronic products. Choose the number of various interfaces according to the needs. But it doesn't mean that the more interfaces, the more convenient. The more interfaces there are, the greater the amount of heat generated during use, which increases driving safety hazards. Choosing the right number of interfaces is the right way to use it.
2. Each cigarette lighter porous socket has a maximum output power and a maximum passing current, and the total current of the automobile electrical appliances used cannot exceed the maximum current and maximum output power of the cigarette lighter porous socket. This is an important indicator to ensure the normal operation and safety of the multi-hole socket of the cigarette lighter. The specific calculation method is to superimpose the power and current indicated by all electrical equipment, and the total power and total current cannot exceed the maximum values.
3. Additional features
   Some cigarette lighter adapters have a battery voltage detection function, which can monitor the voltage or current value of the car battery in real time. Some cigarette lighters have wires, so they can be placed in a location that is not easy to be touched to avoid misoperation.
4. Finally, the appearance design of the multi-hole socket of the cigarette lighter adapter is also a standard for purchase. As the car's personalized interior is more and more sought after by new car owners, the more personalized design of the cigarette lighter adapter is more fashionable. The cigarette lighter multi-hole socket can also be more than simple to use, but can also cleverly match the interior decoration style with its excellent shape and color to make the car more fashionable.