PC Engine/Core Grafx/DUO power supply info: which adapter can I use?

[molinsky]

Hi everyone! First post here, just got my firts PC Engine. 

I searched information about power supply options for the old white model and I'm having hard time to find it. I found some tips about Turbo Duo in one topic, CD-ROM² in another and so on. How about to get everything in one topic so everyone can check it?

I got a white PC Engine and the first Core Grafx, both without cables and controllers. I don't know the specs of the power supply for the various PC Engine models. I saw at Classic Game Room youtube channel that the guy was using a Model 1 Sega Genesis power adapter with the Core Grafx, but I don't want to test it without checking because I don't want to fry anything. I already had some consoles with their power adapters: japanese Mega Drive Model 1 (MK-1602 brick), brazilian Master System Model 2 (don't have the number but looks like the small one, MK-3025), american Super Nintendo and I'm waiting a complete Super 32X to arrive (with it's MK-2103 power supply).

For specs of the SEGA bricks, I found this: http://www.gametrog.com/GAMETROG/How_which_do_i_need_SEGA_AC_Power_Supply_Information_Specs_Model_mk-3025_mk-1602_mk-2103_mk-1479_mk-4122_aa-s95j.html

Can I use one of those power adapters I have in my PCE/CGfx consoles or do I need to get one for them (and what are the specifications do I need to look)? What can I use from other consoles to provide power for the PCE family? What are the specs for each of the systems? It would be really cool if I get a confirmation of what I found in some topics: 

- PC Engine/ Turbografx-16/ CoreGrafx: will work with Model 1 Mega Drive and Master System powers adapters
- Interface Unit + PCE + CD-ROM²: will work with Model 1 Mega Drive power adapter
- PC Engine DUO: will it work with Model 1 Mega Drive power adapter (really not sure  )
- DUO-R/RX:

Thank you for the attention.

[mickcris]

White PC Engine and Core Grafx need a 9v center negative power supply.  They can use a Genesis/MegaDrive 1 power supply. 

The interface unit has a different tip IIRC, but similar specs (needs more current but voltage is the same).  I think its supply can fit in the coregrafx consoles but not vice versa.

PC engine duo and Duo-r both use different supplies from each other with similar specs.  They are both center positive but have a different size tip.  Duo-r/rx can use a Genesis/MegaDrive 2 power supply, PS2 Slim power supply, others...  Regualr Duo doesn't really have another console that has the same size tip that i am aware of (besides a couple other late PC engine consoles).  Its tip size is  6.3mm x 3.0mm and has a center positive tip.

This might be useful but they dont have the tip sizes listed:
http://www.gamesx.com/wiki/doku.php?id=repair:pcepowersupplies

[Black Tiger]

I know many people sell PCE/Coregrafx systems with Genesis compatible power supplies and some sell Duo R/RX systems with PSOne power supplies.

[molinsky]

White PC Engine and Core Grafx need a 9v center negative power supply.  They can use a Genesis/MegaDrive 1 power supply. 

Cool, very good to be sure now. Thank you very much!

Duo-r/rx can use a Genesis/MegaDrive 2 power supply, PS2 Slim power supply, others...  Regualr Duo doesn't really have another console that has the same size tip that i am aware of (besides a couple other late PC engine consoles).  Its tip size is  6.3mm x 3.0mm and has a center positive tip.

This might be useful but they dont have the tip sizes listed:
http://www.gamesx.com/wiki/doku.php?id=repair:pcepowersupplies

I know many people sell PCE/Coregrafx systems with Genesis compatible power supplies and some sell Duo R/RX systems with PSOne power supplies.

PS2 Slim and PSOne power supplies? Really? I didn't even considered more recent consoles, that's great!

[molinsky]

Just to register, I found this: http://www.gamesx.com/wiki/doku.php?id=repair:pcepowersupplies

Very cool table with all info you need to hunt down a proper power supply.

PC Engine/TG Model	Voltage	Amps	Polarity	Part No.
PC Engine	9V	650mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106
CoreGrafx I+II	9V	800mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106
PC Engine Shuttle	9V	800mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106
SuperGrafx	9V	800mA	-	PAD-113
PC Engine GT/TurboExpress	7V	700mA	+	PAD-121
CD-ROM2	9V	1450mA	-	PAD-123
PC Engine Duo	10V	1A	+	PAD-124
Super CD-ROM2	12V	1A	+	PAD-125
Duo Monitor	10.5V	750mA		PAD-126
PC Engine LT	9V	700mA	+	PAD-127
DUO-R + RX	9V	1A	+	PAD-129 + PAD 130
Print Booster	12V	1A		PAD-111
TurboGrafx-16	10.5V	730mA	-	HES-ACA-01
TurboGrafx-CD	11V	1.53A	-	HES-ACA-02/03

[MotherGunner]

Anyone know what's going on at Retro Game Cave? 

http://retrogamecave.com/#/shop/4577155950

[mickcris]

Just to register, I found this: http://www.gamesx.com/wiki/doku.php?id=repair:pcepowersupplies

Very cool table with all info you need to hunt down a proper power supply.

PC Engine/TG Model	Voltage	Amps	Polarity	Part No.
PC Engine	9V	650mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106
CoreGrafx I+II	9V	800mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106
PC Engine Shuttle	9V	800mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106
SuperGrafx	9V	800mA	-	PAD-113
PC Engine GT/TurboExpress	7V	700mA	+	PAD-121
CD-ROM2	9V	1450mA	-	PAD-123
PC Engine Duo	10V	1A	+	PAD-124
Super CD-ROM2	12V	1A	+	PAD-125
Duo Monitor	10.5V	750mA		PAD-126
PC Engine LT	9V	700mA	+	PAD-127
DUO-R + RX	9V	1A	+	PAD-129 + PAD 130
Print Booster	12V	1A		PAD-111
TurboGrafx-16	10.5V	730mA	-	HES-ACA-01
TurboGrafx-CD	11V	1.53A	-	HES-ACA-02/03

I linked that page above.  the only problem with it is that it does not tell you the size of the tip.

Anyone know what's going on at Retro Game Cave? 

http://retrogamecave.com/#/shop/4577155950

https://www.facebook.com/retrogamecave?fref=ts
"Retrogamecave will post items again in June. I needed a short break but the site will be back soon. I'll update everyone via Facebook when the site is back online."

seems like this is only one guy maybe.  he seems to make these power supplies only available for a short time each month.  probably only makes a few at a time.

[MotherGunner]

Thanks man, regarding the tip size, doesn't console 5 sell a tip converter that could work?

[mickcris]

Thanks man, regarding the tip size, doesn't console 5 sell a tip converter that could work?

they may, but there are 4 or so different ones that these consoles use. 
4.75mm x 1.7mm
5.5mm x 2.1mm
5.5mm x 2.5mm
6.3mm x 3.0mm
3.5mm x 1.35mm

Not sure what the TE/GT (found it) use or if those above are all the different sizes

These are the ones I know:
PAD-105 + PAD-106 + HES-ACA-01  = 5.5mm x 2.1mm
PAD-113 + PAD-124 + PAD-125   = 6.3mm x 3.0mm
PAD-129 + PAD 130 = 4.75mm x 1.7mm
AD-IF30 (Interface Unit)  = 5.5mm x 2.5mm
PAD-121  = 3.5mm x 1.35mm

[MotherGunner]

Adding the direct link now that I'm at a computer.

http://console5.com/store/turbo-duo-power-supply-plug-adapter-cable.html

"The Turbo Duo power supply is an uncommon size, and finding a replacement supply can be difficult and expensive. With this adapter cable, you can power your Turbo Duo with an easier to find and less expensive power supply, such as the Sega 1602, or any supply with a 2.1mm x 5.5mm connector, negative tip, 9-12v, 1000mA or greater."

[mickcris]

Adding the direct link now that I'm at a computer.

http://console5.com/store/turbo-duo-power-supply-plug-adapter-cable.html

"The Turbo Duo power supply is an uncommon size, and finding a replacement supply can be difficult and expensive. With this adapter cable, you can power your Turbo Duo with an easier to find and less expensive power supply, such as the Sega 1602, or any supply with a 2.1mm x 5.5mm connector, negative tip, 9-12v, 1000mA or greater."

these ones are cheaper if you can wait to get it from China. the console5 adapter is oos also
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=6.3x3.0mm+male+plug+to+5.5x2.1&_sop=15&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.X6.3x3.0mm+to+5.5x2.1.TRS0&_nkw=6.3x3.0mm+to+5.5x2.1&_sacat=0

edit:
the ones i linked to dont switch the + and - like the console5 one does.  I missed that that was what it was doing.

[mickcris]

PC Engine/TG Model	Voltage	Amps	Polarity	Part No.	Tip Size
PC Engine	9V	650mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106	5.5mm x 2.1mm
CoreGrafx I+II	9V	800mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106	5.5mm x 2.1mm
PC Engine Shuttle	9V	800mA	-	PAD-105 + PAD-106	5.5mm x 2.1mm
SuperGrafx	9V	800mA	-	PAD-113	6.3mm x 3.0mm
PC Engine GT/TurboExpress	7V	700mA	+	PAD-121	3.5mm x 1.35mm
CD-ROM2	9V	1450mA	-	PAD-123	5.5mm x 2.1mm
PC Engine Duo	10V	1A	+	PAD-124	6.3mm x 3.0mm
Super CD-ROM2	12V	1A	+	PAD-125	6.3mm x 3.0mm
Duo Monitor	10.5V	750mA		PAD-126
PC Engine LT	9V	700mA	+	PAD-127
DUO-R + RX	9V	1A	+	PAD-129 + PAD 130	4.75mm x 1.7mm
Print Booster	12V	1A		PAD-111
TurboGrafx-16	10.5V	730mA	-	HES-ACA-01	5.5mm x 2.1mm
TurboGrafx-CD	11V	1.53A	-	HES-ACA-02/03
Interface Unit	9V	1450mA	-	AD-IF30 + AD-IF30A	5.5mm x 2.5mm

  * Polarity refers to the center tip


I added the ones that I know (and added the IFU)

[esteban]

Does anyone know if all the IFU variants (there were two? I think) require the exact same specs for power adapter?

I need one for my recently acquired briefcase.

[wildfruit]

Does anyone know if all the IFU variants (there were two? I think) require the exact same specs for power adapter?

I need one for my recently acquired briefcase.

Yay on the briefcase. I have the IFU-30A. The power supply I have is generic and unprinted but the IFU itself has 9v DC 1450ma centre negative printed on bottom. Also has printed in brackets next to AC アダプタ(katakana for adapter) AD-IF30 AD-IF30A so I presume their power requirements are identical.

[esteban]

Does anyone know if all the IFU variants (there were two? I think) require the exact same specs for power adapter?

I need one for my recently acquired briefcase.

Yay on the briefcase. I have the IFU-30A. The power supply I have is generic and unprinted but the IFU itself has 9v DC 1450ma centre negative printed on bottom. Also has printed in brackets next to AC アダプタ(katakana for adapter) AD-IF30 AD-IF30A so I presume their power requirements are identical.

Awesome, thank you