Description
The NU-X ACD-006A is a mains switch-mode power adaptor built to run 9Vdc effect pedals drawing up to 500mA. It works with NU-X pedals and most other brands, so it slots easily into an existing board without much fuss. The output is pin-negative, which matches the standard used across the majority of guitar effect pedals.
On the electrical side, the adaptor accepts a wide input range of 100-240Vac at 50/60Hz, so it copes with mains supplies in the UK and abroad. The regulated 9Vdc output keeps your pedal running steadily, and the 500mA maximum gives you headroom for pedals that need a little more than the usual 100mA or so. The connector is a DC jack measuring 5.5 x 2.1mm, the common fit for most pedals. Before plugging in, it's worth checking your pedal's current draw and polarity so you know the adaptor (or wall wart, as some in the US call it) is a good match.
The unit measures 90 x 80 x 60mm and weighs 90g, so it stays out of the way whether you keep it on the floor or tuck it behind a board. As a single-output supply, it powers one pedal at a time, making it handy as a spare or as a straight replacement for a lost or faulty adaptor. If you're running several pedals, you'd pair each with its own supply or step up to a multi-output brick, but for a single 9Vdc pedal the ACD-006A does the job simply and reliably.
Specification
| Power supply |
100-240Vac, 50/60Hz |
| Output voltage |
9Vdc |
| Output current max. |
500mA |
| Polarity |
Pin-negative |
| Dimensions |
90mm x 80mm x 60mm |
| Connector |
DC jack 5.5 x 2.1mm |
| Weight |
0.09KG |
Frequently Asked
What polarity does the ACD-006A use?
It's pin-negative, which is the standard polarity for most guitar effect pedals. Check your pedal's marking to confirm it matches before use.
Will it work with pedals from other brands?
Yes. It suits NU-X pedals and most other brands that need a 9Vdc supply drawing up to 500mA with a 5.5 x 2.1mm DC jack.
Can I use this adaptor outside the UK?
The input range is 100-240Vac at 50/60Hz, so it works with mains supplies in most countries. You may need a plug adaptor for the wall socket.
How many pedals can it power?
It's a single-output supply, so it powers one pedal at a time. For multiple pedals you'd need a separate supply for each or a multi-output unit.
What size is the connector?
The output uses a DC jack measuring 5.5 x 2.1mm, the common size for most 9Vdc effect pedals.
What's the maximum current it can supply?
It delivers up to 500mA at 9Vdc, giving headroom for pedals that draw more than the typical 100mA or so.