Mains adaptors

[Metalman]

Can anybody help explain the difference between the mains adaptor model VGP ac19v10 and ac19v3. Both are specified as o.k. for my VGN A397xp. Which do I purchase as a spare ?

[robpaxton]

I would just look at the one supplied with the notebook and buy the same one.

[Eugenepang]

The one supply with my vaio A317S is kinda hugeeee.. while there is another type which is smaller but still compatible with A series. Guess thats the difference..

[kee-lo_]

Yeah one must be for travelling then.

Get that if you plan to use it in a hotel etc

[robpaxton]

Specs are:

ManufacturerSony
Manufacturer Part #PCGA-AC19V3
Product Description Sony PCGA AC19V3 - power adapter
Device Type Power adapter
Form Factor External
Approximate Dimensions (WxDxH)2.5 in x 5.5 in x 1.2 in
Approximate Weight0.9 lbs
Input Voltage AC 110/220 V
Output Voltage 19.5 V
Output connector(s) Power DC jack

and

ManufacturerSony
Manufacturer Part #VGP-AC19V10
Product Description Sony VGP-AC19V10 - power adapter
Device Type Power adapter
Form Factor External
Approximate Dimensions (WxDxH)2.4 in x 5.5 in x 1.2 in
Approximate Weight0.9 lbs
Input Voltage AC 110-240 V

neither of those is particularly tiny

[kee-lo_]

They're basically the same

[Metalman]

Thanks for the info BUT why would Sony produce and advertise 2 products the same?

[kee-lo_]

Your guess is as good as mine

[mvanwambeke]

normally ,
If the Voltage output ( 19.5V in this case ) and the max Power ( if it is something like 300W) it's ok .

All AC adaptors are able to handle the American , European, English and Asian power net at once
( 110 -230 V , 50 -60 Hz)

[xied75]

I guess all of you forgot to check the current. AC19V10 has current value of 4.7A, but old AC19V only around 3.5, given the same DC output voltage 19.5V, you got different power in W. I'm not sure if a lower current will damage something in a long term.