1400 power supply recommendation?

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I have the opportunity to pick up a couple pb1400s in good condition but they don’t have amtheir power supply. Can anyone recommend a aftermarket power supply to buy? If not, what else can I use as si didn’t see any oem chargers on eBay.
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Yoda

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If it helps, this is a shot of my original 1400 power adapter:
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I've used this same adapter with a variety of PowerBooks, from the 1400 to a G3 Clamshell. In that age range, the only PB it doesn't fit is the 190/5300.
 

haydonbeagley

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I power my 1400CS, PDQ and Bronze Keyboard from a 24V (5amp) Mean Well PSU which I soldered the PowerBook Connector.
As when I originally got my PDQ it didn't come with a charger, I had then bought a "replacement" PSU for a way too much money which failed. So chopped the end off and use the Mean Well has been going strong since.

The part number if you need it is: GST120A24-P1M
 

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