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Title: What is this thing called?
Post by: EndTwist on May 14, 2008, 07:33:48 pm

Does anyone know the proper name for this outlet/switch/fuse combination?
(http://www.unwieldy.net/arcade/bartop/power_thing_cropped.jpg)

Also, is there any way I could connect one of these to this:
(http://s7.sears.com/is/image/Sears/00924031000?qlt=90,0&resMode=sharp&op_usm=0.9,0.5,0,0)

or even connect it to a regular PC power supply?

Title: Re: What is this thing called?
Post by: Steve B. on May 14, 2008, 11:25:39 pm

It's called a "Power Entry Module". Do a search at Mouser or Digikey and you'll find several styles. The module will have bare terminals on the back which feeds the equipment. I would have it feed a standard AC outlet where you can plug in your computer.

Title: Re: What is this thing called?
Post by: EndTwist on May 15, 2008, 12:22:23 am

Perfect, thanks! I have a nice rectangular gap in the back of the cab where this was, so I wanted to fill it in with a new one of these (plus, it is actually pretty convenient).

I could basically wire this up to a standard AC outlet on the inside, and plug whatever I need into it?

Title: Re: What is this thing called?
Post by: TOK on May 15, 2008, 05:55:58 am

The Craftsman power switch works great. I guess you've have to cut the cord to wire it to the inside of your power entry module, but the switching aspect of it works fine for a cab. I've been using one for over a year.