Does the Tiggo 3 cigarette lighter have current limiting?
2 Answers
Tiggo 3 cigarette lighter has current limiting. The function and usage power of the cigarette lighter are as follows: Function of the cigarette lighter: The cigarette lighter socket is very useful for car owners who frequently use automotive electronic products. It can be used for charging mobile phones, MP3/MP4, and other digital products. Usage power of the cigarette lighter: In addition to being used for lighting cigarettes, the car cigarette lighter can also be equipped with a car inverter, which can convert the 12V, 24V, or 48V DC power in the car into 220V/50Hz AC power for ordinary electrical appliances. It is best to use a split-type car inverter, with the power of the electrical appliance limited to below 150W, and the output current will not exceed the battery current.
I'm an experienced driver and have owned several cars including the Tiggo 3. The cigarette lighter does indeed have current limiting, mainly through a fuse that sets the maximum current. For the Tiggo 3, it's around 10 amps, meaning it's best not to exceed 120 watts. Last time, I connected a 150-watt car fridge to the cigarette lighter, and the fuse blew instantly, rendering the lighter useless. Replacing the fuse is simple—just find a 10A fuse from the toolkit and install it to restore functionality. This design primarily protects the circuit from overheating and potential fires, especially during long drives for electrical safety. I recommend only using it for small devices like phone chargers or USB fans, and avoiding high-power appliances like vacuum cleaners or heaters. The Tiggo 3's fuse box is located under the driver's seat, and the manual has a diagram for easy reference. The cigarette lighter evolved from its original smoking function and is now mostly used for charging, but current limiting remains an essential principle.
