New Intellicharger, wrong cord

[Mike Sheda]

So I just got in the mail an intellicharger I4 V2, but came with what I guess is a european cord - round poles in the plug 3/4 of an inch apart. Anyone know if it's easy to get the American cord for this? It was listed as Input 100-240, but never talked about the plug. I figured ordering from amazon it would be the correct plug. (never assume anything) It will take 12 volts, and I think I have a converter for that somewhere, but it would be nice to have the right cord. If I can get a hold of one easily (and quickly) I'm good to go, otherwise I guess it's the amazon re-box route.

 

[Rickajho]

Just curious, can you shoot us the Amazon link?

Can't recall what NiteCore requires on the charger end of things, but one option is to get a US to Euro plug adapter. They can be had cheeply on line, not so cheeply at the likes of Radio Shack.

Re: 12 volt adapter. Whatever you got you do not want to use an under capacity wall wart with this thing. Check either the unit or the instructions for the right adapter. Most likely a 1 amp, could need a 2 amp.

 

[Mike Sheda]

Amazon.com: Nitecore IntelliCharger i4 Charger - 2nd Generation - for charging 18650, 16340(RCR123), 14500, etc.: Sports & Outdoors

 

[Griff.J]

Just go to Home Depot and get a replacement plug. Cut the Euro one off and attach the North American one.

GE Household Polarized Plug - Black

OR

Get this Euro to North American adapter

 

[jefsview]

Wow, Amazon has 100 feet of Kanthal A-1 for only $12.99 and a 4 pack of Panasonics for $22...

Wow....

 

[Rickajho]

Meh. The info on Amazon is vague - at best - about R-lsales. Can't even tell where they are located. But if it was shipped from Europe somewhere...

No matter, at least it's a Rev. 2 version.

 

[anavidfan]

It seem a lot of you here are knowledgeable on cords, plugs etc. I have had mine for a few months, since the V2 came out. I just noticed that my cord has slipped out of its cover near where it plugs into the unit and the inner wires are showing. Is there a way to just get a new power cord? If so what specs do I look for, Im sure Id just have to look at the input/ output voltage? And the type of plug that goes into the unit, what type is that called. It has the little double plug looking one. I could never remember the name.

Thanks for the info and dont mean to hijack the thread, just figured I have all these minds here already. Thanks

 

[Rickajho]

But a relevant hijack, since the OP was asking about this too!

I don't have a NiteCore, but having conjured up the images here Review of Charger SysMax/NiteCore i4 V2 that looks like a standard Sony "figure 8" style AC cord. Pretty standard thing used by Sony and many others as the AC line cord on camcorder & lap top power supplies etc.

 

[HughDaHand]

It seem a lot of you here are knowledgeable on cords, plugs etc. I have had mine for a few months, since the V2 came out. I just noticed that my cord has slipped out of its cover near where it plugs into the unit and the inner wires are showing. Is there a way to just get a new power cord? If so what specs do I look for, Im sure Id just have to look at the input/ output voltage? And the type of plug that goes into the unit, what type is that called. It has the little double plug looking one. I could never remember the name.

Thanks for the info and dont mean to hijack the thread, just figured I have all these minds here already. Thanks

It is a fairly standard power plug. I just went around my house with my I2 charger and found like 6 things that take the same cord. A boombox, NI-MH charger, and a PS2 as an example.

 

[Mike Sheda]

I thought it looked familiar... might go cord diving later tonight...
(I mean.. doesn't everyone have a box full of old cords, adapters, speaker wire, and other assorted junk?)

 

[Mike Sheda]

And this is why I like Amazon.... I understand that mistakes happen.... it's what you do about them that makes customer service actually be about servicing the customer!

Hello,

I'm so sorry to hear that you've received the wrong power cord for your item.

In this case, I've two options for you:

1. If you prefer to keep the item, I'll refund the amount of $6.74 which is 30% off the price of the item. You may place a new order for a US power plug adapter.

Or

2. If you prefer to return the item for a full refund, please let us know.

Please visit the following link to provide the information we requested:

 

[Mike Sheda]

Yeah.. found one... but it was on my CPAP.... I guess that's one way to make sure I dont leave it plugged in overnight
But at least now I know what I need and where I can pick one up cheap if I can't find another one around here that isn't needed as much.But at least I will have fully charged batts for when my slow boat from china comes in with my new SID

 

[Rickajho]

Or, or, or - you find out start vaping = stops snoring and you can toss the CPAP out!

Seriously, some people do report they stop snoring. Here's hoping for the best.

 

[Rickajho]

And this is why I like Amazon.... I understand that mistakes happen.... it's what you do about them that makes customer service actually be about servicing the customer!

Hello,

I'm so sorry to hear that you've received the wrong power cord for your item.

In this case, I've two options for you:

1. If you prefer to keep the item, I'll refund the amount of $6.74 which is 30% off the price of the item. You may place a new order for a US power plug adapter.

Or

2. If you prefer to return the item for a full refund, please let us know.

Please visit the following link to provide the information we requested:

I'm betting I know which option you selected.

 

[exnihilo]

Amazon.com: Nitecore IntelliCharger i4 Charger - 2nd Generation - for charging 18650, 16340(RCR123), 14500, etc.: Sports & Outdoors

Which reseller?

cg

 

[Mike Sheda]

I had thought Amazon, but apparently they rotate through suppliers on the same link...
It turned out to be Sold by Aimkon Outdoors

 

[TFL!]

Meh. The info on Amazon is vague - at best - about R-lsales. Can't even tell where they are located. But if it was shipped from Europe somewhere...

No matter, at least it's a Rev. 2 version.

Is located in UT

 

[Mike Sheda]

Is located in UT

they all come from China

 

[ImThatGuy]

Edited: Griff mentioned it already, but I'll keep my link unedited because it's cheaper than home depot. LOL.

European Foreign Plug to American U.S. ( Flat Pin ) Power Plug Adapter

 

[Mike Sheda]

Yup.. I saw those.. but I'd prefer to keep it as simple as possible. I'll just find another cord that fits. Hey.. I have up to 6.74 to spend on it