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OBD-II adapter power supply for GPRS shield

userHead steve.newt 2014-04-18 23:51:39 4706 Views1 Replies
I bought a GPRS Shield which states it requires a separate power supply because it requires more than 2amps. Could it be powered via the OBD adapter? I appreciate it is stepped down from 12v to 5v but I think the amp rating is what is important?

'This shield must work with a external DC9V power supply. Because SIM900 peak current more than 2A.'

Cheers,
Steve.
2014-04-19 17:38:39 Thanks.  I have read two conflicting specs on the board I bought, so will just have to find out by trail and error.  If it works I will post it up as could help others.

Steve.
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