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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 11:11 am
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Originally Posted by NickW
At least in theory, think the airline seat power connector is supposed to deliver 15V, whereas the car cigar lighter works at 12V. Perhaps the 3V difference is the problem.

you get 14.4volt from a car when it's running. lead batteries needs 14.4 volts to recharge to 12 volts.
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