AC Adapter for WD Live Elements

[hume]

Hi,

Im pretty sure this might not be the right thread...

I was wondering who could point me in the right direction for a replacement adapter as my dog got hold of mine...

Model WA18G12G

I have added picture of one from the states but i need one locally...




Ta

 

[shanezn]

My adapter went for a ball of $h!t a while back. Was quoted R300 for a new one at a local electronics store. Ended up buying a 3.5" external case from a computer shop for R130 that came with an AC adapter that worked with my drive. I've got a Verbatim though, but as long as the voltage matches, you should be golden. As far as I'm aware, they're pretty standard. I've used it on a few drives, Toshiba and Seagate 3.5". Worked fine.

Proceed with caution though. Can't speak for the WD specifically, but it should work.

 

[shanezn]

Just had a look at my replacement AC Adapter. It's a 12v 2A, and the original is 12v 1.5A, which is the same as the WD you have. It should work.

 

[Yotch]

Take your pick. The output plug in the second link looks very similar to the one on the WD adapter. Need to check the dimensions (5.5mm OD X 2.5mm ID?) very carefully or you may have to solder on a new plug or use the one on the old adapter. Can you not repair the one that was chewed?

http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/102259344/Power_supplies_for_dvd_radio_speakers_etc.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/1031...r_12V_4A_AC_Adapter_Charger_Power_Supply.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/1036...wer_Supply_with_4_DC_connectors_for_CCTV.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/103797453/AC_DC_Universal_Laptop_Charger_Adapter_96W_12v_24v.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/102275667/12V_1A_Power_supply.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/102259020/HDPVR_2p_Power_Supply_220v_to_12v_DC.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/97794409/12V_SLX_External_Power_supply.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/104298914/3_5_Hard_Drive_Power_Supply.html
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/1036...RNAL_CASING_WITH_POWER_ADAPTER_BRAND_NEW.html
http://www.mantech.co.za/Stock.aspx?Query=12V 1.5A powerand

 

[NomNom]

Found it here: http://www.importitall.co.za/12V-We...ement-power-supply-adaptor-uk-B005F0GDO2.html

Make sure to get a UK to SA adapter.

 

[ponder]

Found it here: http://www.importitall.co.za/12V-We...ement-power-supply-adaptor-uk-B005F0GDO2.html

Make sure to get a UK to SA adapter.

Why pay R285 and the plug is not even correct when you can get a generic for R50...

Also the OP can look around his house and see if he has a old 12V adapter with 1.5A+ capacity lying around and use that, it the connectors are different just cut the wires, join, solder, cover with heat shrink if you cant get the thing open to solder the cord to the pcb.

 

[hume]

Thanks for all the help...

Im def not electronicaly handed or minded to shrink, solder or cover with heat sink so Ill have to buy new...

With al the links im sure ill come right..