What does p/outlet fuse mean?

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DeElliot
07/29/25 9:14pm
p/outlet refers to the front panel cigarette lighter socket fuse. Here are some related introductions about car cigarette lighters: 1. Differences: The power supply for small cars is generally DC 12V (may vary for different models), with the central elastic head as the positive pole and the two side clips (ears) as the negative pole. It is directly connected to the car battery, with the same current and power as the battery. 2. Uses: The car cigarette lighter is an electronic device similar to a multi-hole power socket for household use. It connects to the car power supply through a plug and then extends multiple cigarette lighter ports. The cigarette lighter socket is very useful for car owners who frequently use car electronics, such as charging mobile phones, MP3/MP4, and other digital products. In addition to providing a lighter, the car cigarette lighter can also be equipped with a car inverter, which can convert the car's 12V, 24V, or 48V DC power 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 not exceeding the battery current.
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