Cigarette lighter voltage

NYJets12 · 02-02-2018, 07:25 AM

Does anyone know the Cigarette lighter voltage on a 2018 1lt Camaro?
I wanted to use one of those plugin tire inflators.
I suppose it's 12 volts but can't find nothing in the owners manual or google.
Thanks

JeromeS13 · 02-02-2018, 07:38 AM

12 volts DC

ctrlz · 02-02-2018, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYJets12

I wanted to use one of those plugin tire inflators.
I suppose it's 12 volts...

Typically these get unregulated voltage. so with the car running you will get more like 14 volts. Usually the small compressors are designed with this in mind, and will move more air when plugged in with the car running.

Glen e · 02-02-2018, 09:44 AM

Yup, compressor runs much faster with car running......

GPz1100 · 02-02-2018, 11:27 AM

Keep in mind most cig lighters have an amperage limit. I think the cig fuse is typically 10amp or 15 depending on the vehicle. Also, thinner wires are used so I wouldn't want to be running at the limit for extended periods of time. Just checked the owner's manual, "power outlets", says its rated for upto 15 amps.

I have this pump https://www.amazon.com/VIAIR-85P-Por.../dp/B0036E9VB6 which is rated at 15A. I'm comfortable using that for emergency use, but in a garage use a compressor. Before I got the compressor I used an old car battery to power such accessories.

I`m Batman · 02-02-2018, 05:27 PM

I have VIAIR 85P in all my cars also...
I also recommend getting one of these and hookup directly to the battery terminals so you don't blow your cig lighter fuse. I've done it in one of my car. Luckily I know what had happened and I had plenty of fuses on hand.
https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GC017-Ad...MEQG9QK56FAAJF

Or you can just get the model that hook up directly to the battery terminals and not use the cig lighter.
https://www.amazon.com/Viair-00087-8...SHMCA7SYP4JHE2

GPz1100 · 02-02-2018, 05:35 PM

That's a nifty accessory. The direct to battery is more versatile I think.

Ordered a cabin airfilter from amz for a different car with 2 day shipping. It was supposed to be here tuesday. After much bitching they put in a replacement order for next day delivery and a $5 courtesy credit on future purchases. Twice now in 3 weeks I had orders delivered by AMZ shipping get stuck in out for delivery status but never actually delivered.

Edit:

It worth noting, the compressor above is rated at 15amps at 13.8V according to their tech support. Manual says to run it with the vehicle on. If run with the vehicle off then the unit will likely draw more than 15 amps and possibly blow the cig lighter fuse (15amp). For best results, connect directly to the battery in some manner. If just topping off a few psi, I see no reason to run the car, otherwise if it'll be run for an extended period, there is a chance of running the battery down if the battery is not in good shape.

SuperSound · 02-03-2018, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ctrlz

Typically these get unregulated voltage. so with the car running you will get more like 14 volts. Usually the small compressors are designed with this in mind, and will move more air when plugged in with the car running.

Yep I've got a 2 outlet splitter with some USB charge ports plugged into mine. The main plug has a digital voltmeter on it. I've seen 14.4V on it when the system is charging. Never seen it drop below 12V even with the car off.

NYJets12 · 02-03-2018, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GPz1100

Twice now in 3 weeks I had orders delivered by AMZ shipping get stuck in out for delivery status but never actually delivered.

Maybe your mailman is taking your stuff? Out for delivery but never getting it.

Glen e · 02-03-2018, 09:29 AM

I use this in my power socket on the Console. It is plenty strong, does not blow the fuse and you never have to fill, check and then fill more, as you set the pressure and it fills fast and auto shuts off when the setting is reached.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

GPz1100 · 02-03-2018, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYJets12

Maybe your mailman is taking your stuff? Out for delivery but never getting it.

You mean amazon courier. These packages are shipped using amazon's own delivery service. I don't know what's going on but the service has been very unreliable. These packages don't show a delivery scan.

NYJets12 · 02-03-2018, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glen e

I use this in my power socket on the Console. It is plenty strong, does not blow the fuse and you never have to fill, check and then fill more, as you set the pressure and it fills fast and auto shuts off when the setting is reached.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is the one I got actually my sisters for you for me xmas present,

Digital Tire Inflator ,AUTOWN Portable Air Compressor Pump - 12V DC Tire Pump, Auto Shut Off

It's looks exactly the same as yours but a different name.
Works great and fast not even 1 minute per tire (5 lb per tire)

GroundhogSS · 02-03-2018, 04:50 PM

I got one of these from JEGS on sale:
http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...81042/10002/-1
It's 20 amps so you cant plug it in to the lighter socket but they include an adapter to clip on to the battery or under-the-hood terminals.

02-02-2018, 07:25 AM	#1
NYJets12 Drives: 2018 1LT Camaro Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: PA Posts: 781	Cigarette lighter voltage Does anyone know the Cigarette lighter voltage on a 2018 1lt Camaro? I wanted to use one of those plugin tire inflators. I suppose it's 12 volts but can't find nothing in the owners manual or google. Thanks

02-02-2018, 09:44 AM	#4
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	Yup, compressor runs much faster with car running...... __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

02-02-2018, 05:35 PM	#7
GPz1100 Drives: 97 Z28 6MT, '12 G37 6MT Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 39	That's a nifty accessory. The direct to battery is more versatile I think. Ordered a cabin airfilter from amz for a different car with 2 day shipping. It was supposed to be here tuesday. After much bitching they put in a replacement order for next day delivery and a $5 courtesy credit on future purchases. Twice now in 3 weeks I had orders delivered by AMZ shipping get stuck in out for delivery status but never actually delivered. Edit: It worth noting, the compressor above is rated at 15amps at 13.8V according to their tech support. Manual says to run it with the vehicle on. If run with the vehicle off then the unit will likely draw more than 15 amps and possibly blow the cig lighter fuse (15amp). For best results, connect directly to the battery in some manner. If just topping off a few psi, I see no reason to run the car, otherwise if it'll be run for an extended period, there is a chance of running the battery down if the battery is not in good shape. Last edited by GPz1100; 02-02-2018 at 06:06 PM.

02-03-2018, 09:29 AM	#10
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	I use this in my power socket on the Console. It is plenty strong, does not blow the fuse and you never have to fill, check and then fill more, as you set the pressure and it fills fast and auto shuts off when the setting is reached. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

02-03-2018, 04:50 PM	#13
GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,934	I got one of these from JEGS on sale: http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...81042/10002/-1 It's 20 amps so you cant plug it in to the lighter socket but they include an adapter to clip on to the battery or under-the-hood terminals. __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

02-02-2018, 07:38 AM	#2
JeromeS13 Drives: 2017 1SS/1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: FL Panhandle Posts: 1,559	12 volts DC

02-02-2018, 11:27 AM	#5
GPz1100 Drives: 97 Z28 6MT, '12 G37 6MT Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 39	Keep in mind most cig lighters have an amperage limit. I think the cig fuse is typically 10amp or 15 depending on the vehicle. Also, thinner wires are used so I wouldn't want to be running at the limit for extended periods of time. Just checked the owner's manual, "power outlets", says its rated for upto 15 amps. I have this pump https://www.amazon.com/VIAIR-85P-Por.../dp/B0036E9VB6 which is rated at 15A. I'm comfortable using that for emergency use, but in a garage use a compressor. Before I got the compressor I used an old car battery to power such accessories.

02-02-2018, 05:27 PM	#6
I`m Batman Drives: 2016 Camaro SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Colorado Posts: 393	I have VIAIR 85P in all my cars also... I also recommend getting one of these and hookup directly to the battery terminals so you don't blow your cig lighter fuse. I've done it in one of my car. Luckily I know what had happened and I had plenty of fuses on hand. https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GC017-Ad...MEQG9QK56FAAJF Or you can just get the model that hook up directly to the battery terminals and not use the cig lighter. https://www.amazon.com/Viair-00087-8...SHMCA7SYP4JHE2

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