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Originally Posted by Daox
I received my output DC-DC buck converter. This thing is rated at 20A and I can see why. The heatsinks on it are quite beefy. The reviews say it doesn't get very warm. That will certainly be put to the test as the Mirage with headlights and heater blowing pull nearly 20A from the battery according to my ammeter in the car. This converter has constant voltage and constant current adjustments. |
Have you checked the conversion efficiency? The heat sink will help, but perhaps it generates less heat due to an efficient design.