• Crashumbc@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      You’d be absolutely wrong, the adapter is on the low voltage side probably between 5-12v DC Even if you shorted it you’d just blow the transformer.

      It’s also extremely easy to do…

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        1 year ago

        I mean, if you want to solder your own power adapter and don’t have any fear of producing something that could present a fire risk and put your home and family in danger, knock yourself out.

        I am ok buying one online for $10. I also don’t have time to solder my own power adapters to save $10.

        • 𝕽𝖔𝖔𝖙𝖎𝖊𝖘𝖙@lemmy.world
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          1 year ago

          I wouldn’t recommend an inexperienced person mess with AC voltage but a 5-12V DC power adapter with a couple Amps max is a long way from dangerous and it’s not a fire hazard either really

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          1 year ago

          You’re overestimating the skill required. Also, these connections are almost always “low-voltage”, so the risks are easily mitigated.