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Atari XL/XE USB Power Cable
$14.99
Needing a new power supply / AC adapter for your Atari 600XL, 800XL, 65XE, 130XE, or XEGS, and have an extra USB AC adapter that accepts a USB-A type connector (see pictures). This cable connects your Atari to a standard USB power supply. Please ensure your power supply is in good condition and provides 5 volts and 1 Amp or higher amperage. See the chart below for requirements for each system. Or purchase one of our USB power supplies to complement the cable! Our USB AC adapter is 5V and 2A, and can easily handle the Atari systems and many expansions needing extra power.
- Gold-plated USB-A connector
- USB 2.0 compliant cable
- Shielded cable
| Atari Model | Amperage Requirements |
|---|---|
| Atari 600XL | 1.5A |
| Atari 800XL | 1.5A |
| Atari 65XE | 1.0A |
| Atari 130XE | 1.5A |
| Atari 800XE | 1.0A |
| Atari XEGS | 1.0A |
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USB
$14.99
- Varies
- Varies
- 5-Pin Standard Connector
- Region: Universal
- Best for unmodified, modified, & Fujinet computers
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Good
$16.99
- 2 Amps
- 10 Watts
- 5-Pin Standard Connector
- Region: NA / EU / AU
- Best for unmodified computers
Better
$19.99
- 2.4 Amps
- 12 Watts
- 5-Pin Standard Connector
- Region: NA
- Best for unmodified, modified, or Fujinet computers
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Best
$29.99
- 3 Amps
- 15 Watts
- 5-Pin Premium Connector
- Region: Universal
- Best for unmodified, modified, & Fujinet computers
Most Popular
Best
$24.99
- 3 Amps
- 15 Watts
- 5-Pin Standard Connector
- Region: NA
- Best for unmodified, modified, & Fujinet computers
Additional information
| Weight | 6 oz |
|---|
Scott Heavner (verified owner) –
Awesome product! Takes the worry out of using old Ataris. No fear of overvolting. Highly recommended!
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Gau619 (verified owner) –
Excellent alternative to replace the aging OEM power supply. Much appreciated.
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Jim Goebel (verified owner) –
For a while I was thinking my 65 XE was going on the fritz, but then somebody told me to try a different version of the official power adapter. I’m really at the point where I have to watch every penny I have, so I had to hold off on getting a new one, so I shelved the computer. A few weeks ago, a friend suggested this device, so I ordered it (along with one of your monitor to composite cables,) and after searching around my house for a spare power adapter (took me 12 seconds, as I have a drawer full of these,) I powered it up, and my 65 XE worked like a charm! Just to double check that my CRT may be part of the cause of my issues, I also hooked it up to the LCD TC in the family room, and the image was clear, no garbling or garbage! Great product (s)!
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Guy Man (verified owner) –
I played with this exact machine when I was 2. I was informed that the adapter I had was no good and could fry it so I was directed to get a good one. It works just as it should. Thank you so much.
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Admin 8-Bit Classics –
Thanks for the pic! Always love to see other people’s setups. It was a great version of Frogger as well.
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no1453 (verified owner) –
With a seven dollar 5V3A USB wall wart (from another company), this cable powers my 800XL just fine. It is a much more compact power supply than the brick that came with the XL. No more worries about a 35-year-old power supply going bonkers and frying my computer! 🙂
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Ronald McDaniel (verified owner) –
It looks pretty solid, haven’t had time to pull out my Atari to test it, but am waiting until family life calms back down. Thank you, any questions I had was answered and I would definitely use this website again down the road.
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Julio Chacon Jr (verified owner) –
Straight and simple – the OG PSU for my Atari 800XL has a 5V, 1.5A output. Just plug this into a USB power source that provides at least that much current, and you’re good to go! Worked flawlessly. Connected the 3 Ft. cable I purchased directly to my nearby power strip, which provides up to 3.4A through the USB sockets.
This is very convenient for me, as I don’t always have my 800XL out (it’s in the original box when not in use), so it’s one less thing to set up. Very Convenient!
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Richard Heldmann (verified owner) –
Works perfectly. Excellent customer service and item was shipped and delivered promptly. Would not hesitate to buy from 8-Bit Classics again.
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