Posted By
JamesC
on 2016-02-02
16:48:36
|  Re: Want to Buy: Commodore 1551
@Mozart, you won't be running the 1551 at its maximum power draw *continuously*. 40W is sufficient for normal read/write operations, just don't format disks 24/7.
In other words, the 55W you see on the 1541's serial plate is its maximum draw, not it's typical "under normal usage" draw. EDIT TO ADD: the 1551 users manual, on page 86, states that the drive only needs 25W. :)
The other one you link on Ebay has a *peak* rating of 200W. If you dig into the seller's details, it's designed for up to 130W at a continuous, ongoing rate. This is more than enough for the current project, and it's not that much more expensive than the RS one. Up to you.
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