[weEvil]

After some accident trouble, I'm putting together a low-power security system (with cameras) for my vehicle.

I need a very efficient power supply for the main system. Where should I look?
I checked the mp3car forums, but I am looking for something with less power. 100Watts absolute maximum.
Highest efficiency possible (within reasonable price) for consumers.

[DJPro]

I use one for my carputer.

CarNetix CNX-P1260 DC-DC Power Supply (60 Watts)

http://www.carnetix.com/CNXP1260.html

Greetz

[Zxian]

PicoPSU is exactly what you're looking for. They've usually got efficiencies of 85% or higher.

[weEvil]

Zxian, on Mar 5 2008, 09:02 PM, said:

PicoPSU is exactly what you're looking for. They've usually got efficiencies of 85% or higher.

Higher efficiency is better! This would be running 24/7 off my battery.

[puntoMX]

So, what are you going to hook to it?

[weEvil]

puntoMX, on Mar 6 2008, 12:05 AM, said:

So, what are you going to hook to it?

Couple of microphones. External.
A daylight dash camera, high res if possible.

This would be a passive security system.

Brainstorming Specs:
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I'm thinking of hooking up a nice CF drive (or hard disk with protection).
A small VIA CPU, or the new Intel Atom if it comes out soon. Integrated graphics.

This post has been edited by brucevangeorge: 06 March 2008 - 12:30 AM

[nitroshift]

Why don't you just get a dog? Seriously now, in this high-tech world, sometimes we need to get back to the basics Just my 2 cents.

This post has been edited by nitroshift: 06 March 2008 - 01:59 AM

[weEvil]

I'd like a dog as a pet. Not as a car security system.