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Hi, iam going to buy EVGA SuperNOVA G3 650W from US and i don't know about anything about electricity.
This power supply Input Voltage: 100 - 240V with Frequency: 50 - 60Hz with plug type: A
and my country Voltage: 220V and Frequency: 50Hz and plug type: C or F
My questions here, US power supply will work in my country?
Can i buy plug converter from A to C or F and it will work without any problems?
And this good power supply?
Sorry if my questions feels simple or easy but i really don't know anything about electricity.
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 4:35 PM
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It ..as I recall...should autoswitch to the correct voltage input.... but don't take my word for it...maybe RJ can answer better.
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 4:45 PM
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You would Need the correct cord, as the "stock USA" cord will not work - prong design does not fit
Best to purchase a new cord with the correct connections if this is the way you want to go.
I have cord from 530W power supply with type C this should work or i need better one for 650W? And plug converter won't work if i didn't find type C cord?
post edited by Ali-S - Thursday, May 31, 2018 4:49 PM
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 5:09 PM
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If cord has an C13 connector to fit the SuperNOVA G3 650W socket and other end has Type C plug for such wall power socket you should be good to use unless there is physical damage to the power cord or corrosion of it's prongs.
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 5:15 PM
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Ali-S
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You would Need the correct cord, as the "stock USA" cord will not work - prong design does not fit
Best to purchase a new cord with the correct connections if this is the way you want to go.
I have cord from 530W power supply with type C this should work or i need better one for 650W?
And plug converter won't work if i didn't find type C cord?
That cord will probably work. Given that purchasing an A/C cable is relatively cheap, I'd suggest using that over a converter. The PSU will switch to the correct input, so long as you are using the correct A/C cable. I'm not necessarily endorsing this site, but you'd want to look for a website/store that has the type of connector you need and one that matches the back of your power supply: https://www.sfcable.com/power-cords.html
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 5:46 PM
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You would Need the correct cord, as the "stock USA" cord will not work - prong design does not fit
Best to purchase a new cord with the correct connections if this is the way you want to go.
I have cord from 530W power supply with type C this should work or i need better one for 650W?
And plug converter won't work if i didn't find type C cord?
That cord will probably work. Given that purchasing an A/C cable is relatively cheap, I'd suggest using that over a converter. The PSU will switch to the correct input, so long as you are using the correct A/C cable.
I'm not necessarily endorsing this site, but you'd want to look for a website/store that has the type of connector you need and one that matches the back of your power supply:
If i'm going to buy new cord with type C how i know is going to fit with 650W or they all the same?
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 6:01 PM
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pay attention to "Wire Gauge" (ga)
Smaller number = Bigger wire = More Amps safely carried by the wire
So if stock PSU uses 14 ga wire --> you can use a cord with 14ga Or 12 ga wire as the 12 ga can safely carry more load
(18 ga wire cord Would Not Be SAFE to use, if stock wire is 14 ga)
The other significant markings on the cord are:
1) approved by a outside agency - like "UL"
2) temperature range the cord is designed to work up to
Your local PC shop or hardware store may carry cords and have helpful knowledgeable folks
I kept this Very simple more could be said; but, I do not want to confuse you
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 6:49 PM
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Cool GTX
pay attention to "Wire Gauge" (ga)
Smaller number = Bigger wire = More Amps safely carried by the wire
So if stock PSU uses 14 ga wire --> you can use a cord with 14ga Or 12 ga wire as the 12 ga can safely carry more load
(18 ga wire cord Would Not Be SAFE to use, if stock wire is 14 ga)
The other significant markings on the cord are:
1) approved by a outside agency - like "UL"
2) temperature range the cord is designed to work up to
Your local PC shop or hardware store may carry cords and have helpful knowledgeable folks
I kept this Very simple more could be said; but, I do not want to confuse you
Be Safe
I went to local store but i didn't found power supply cord with type C but i found plug converter from A to C and Power Strip type A, one of them are going to work fine right? Power Strip image:
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 7:32 PM
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☼ Best Answerby Ali-S Thursday, May 31, 2018 10:38 PM
Any adapter Must be rated for the AMPs or Watts that are going through it Most adapters are Not rated for heavy or continuous usage What ever you try should be rated for 700 Watts continuous use, preferably more Quality and Safety are much more important than price You may have to order the correct Cord  this would be BEST If you bought the PSU locally it would have the correct cord Buying it in US and then dealing with shipping + customs + the new cord --> is that really cheaper ?
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Thursday, May 31, 2018 10:38 PM
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Cool GTX
Any adapter Must be rated for the AMPs or Watts that are going through it
Most adapters are Not rated for heavy or continuous usage
What ever you try should be rated for 700 Watts continuous use, preferably more
Quality and Safety are much more important than price
You may have to order the correct Cord this would be BEST
If you bought the PSU locally it would have the correct cord
Buying it in US and then dealing with shipping + customs + the new cord --> is that really cheaper ?
Buying the PSU locally cost $177 USD, i got it for $70 USD and it was good offer on Amazon. My friend will bring the PSU with him when he arrive in my country without shipping and customs, only problem is the cord. I'll try to search more if i didn't find one i'll buy heavy duty power strip, thank you for helping.
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Friday, June 01, 2018 3:52 AM
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How does your friend bring it in without customs? Hmmm..... Anyway, you cheat the system however you want. If I was your friend, I wouldn't lie for you and take the risk on my shoulders.
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Re: US power supply will work in my country?
Friday, June 01, 2018 12:15 AM
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How does your friend bring it in without customs? Hmmm..... Anyway, you cheat the system however you want. If I was your friend, I wouldn't lie for you and take the risk on my shoulders.
It's not cheating, if it's only one PSU and opened box (because he tested the PSU) they will leave it as personal stuff, but more than one like he had 2 or 3 he must pay customs. And no one can cheat specially in Airport customs at my country.
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