🍏⚡ Apple 24V 65W Laptop Charger
 
(24V 2.65A AC Adapter • 65W • 7.7 mm × 2.5 mm Barrel Connector • With Oversized Center Pin)

This AC adapter delivers 65W of regulated DC power to Apple laptops using the proprietary 7.7 mm × 2.5 mm barrel connector with a thick center pin. It was Apple’s standard supply for iBook and PowerBook models before the introduction of MagSafe in 2006.
 
🔧 Charger Form
Input: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
Output: 24V, 2.65A (65W)
Connector: 7.7 mm outer / 2.5 mm inner barrel with oversized center pin
Inline white power brick with detachable AC cord
Common part numbers: M8482, M8943, M7332, M7333, A1021
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
🟦 Apple iBook Series
iBook G3 Clamshell (Blueberry, Tangerine, Graphite, Lime, Indigo)
iBook G3 Dual USB (12″, 14″ models, 2001–2003)
iBook G4 (12″, 14″ models, 2003–2005)
🟦 Apple PowerBook G3 Series
PowerBook G3 Lombard (1999)
PowerBook G3 Pismo (2000)
🟦 Apple PowerBook G4 Series
PowerBook G4 Titanium (15″, 2001–2003)
PowerBook G4 Aluminum (12″, 15″, 17″ models, 2003–2005)
 
✅ Common Uses
🔌 Powering Apple’s iBook and PowerBook laptops before MagSafe
🧩 Replacing lost or damaged OEM 65W fat‑pin adapters
🎒 Keeping as a spare for collectors of vintage Apple hardware
🧪 Testing legacy Apple laptops with a known‑good 65W supply
 
🧠 Signal Format
⚡ Input: Universal AC (100–240V)
🔋 Output: Regulated 24V, 65W max
🔌 Oversized center pin ensures secure contact and prevents mis‑mating
🔁 Backward compatible with 45W iBook models — safe to use, laptop only draws what it needs
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
📉 Not compatible with MagSafe (introduced 2006) or USB‑C Apple chargers
🔌 Connector must match — not interchangeable with standard barrel adapters
🧯 Avoid third‑party clones with weak pins — may cause “not charging” issues
🌀 Excess heat or frayed cables can cause power dropouts
🧪 Always confirm laptop’s required wattage before swapping adapters
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🧭 Check underside of laptop or original charger for voltage and connector type
🔌 Use only with Apple laptops rated for 24V and fat‑pin input
🧪 If laptop won’t charge, inspect fat center pin for bending or corrosion
🧯 Label adapters clearly to avoid mix‑ups with MagSafe or USB‑C chargers
🧵 Keep one in your collection for vintage Apple restoration projects