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Black rectangular AC adapter brick with detachable power cord, 280W output

Acer America

Acer America ac adapter 280W KP.28001.001 ADP-280DB B

SKU CH-APFZ-A5G0R

A 280 W AC adapter and power cord for Acer Nitro 5 AN515-46 and Predator Helios 300 PH315-55 laptops

  • Delivers 280 W for high-performance charging
  • Includes power cord for immediate use
  • Replaces part numbers 28001.001 and ADP-280DB B
  • Fits Acer Nitro 5 515-46 laptops
  • Fits Acer Predator Helios 300 315-55 laptops

280 W AC adapter for select Acer laptops

This 280 watt AC adapter replaces part numbers KP.28001.001 and ADP-280DB B. It is designed for Acer Nitro 5 AN515-46 and Predator Helios 300 PH315-55 laptops. The package includes the power brick and a detachable mains cord. Buyers with other Acer models or lower-wattage requirements cannot use this unit.

Thermals noise and power draw

The adapter delivers up to 280 W to the laptop during heavy workloads such as gaming or rendering. Under normal use it runs warm but remains within typical external power-supply temperatures. No active cooling fan is present so operation is silent. It draws only the power the laptop requests at any moment.

Build fit and cable management

The barrel connector plugs directly into the supported Nitro 5 and Predator Helios 300 chassis. A standard IEC C5 cloverleaf socket on the brick accepts the supplied mains cord for UK or EU outlets. The single brick replaces a multi-part travel charger and frees a socket on a power strip. Users needing a slimmer profile or USB-C charging must look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Delivers 280 W for high-performance charging
  • Includes power cord for immediate use
  • Replaces part numbers 28001.001 and ADP-280DB B
  • Fits Acer Nitro 5 515-46 laptops
  • Fits Acer Predator Helios 300 315-55 laptops

Specifications

BrandAcer

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 280W adapter to my Predator Helios 300 PH315-55 and what step is often missed?

Plug the barrel connector firmly into the laptop's DC-in jack until it seats, then attach the IEC C5 power cord to the brick and a grounded wall outlet; the step often missed is pushing the barrel plug past the initial resistance so the centre pin makes full contact.

What part of this KP.28001.001 unit will need replacement first after heavy daily use?

The detachable IEC C5 power cord typically wears out before the brick itself, especially where the moulded strain relief meets the cable; keep a spare C5 cord handy for quick swaps.

What limit appears first when the ADP-280DB B runs at full 280W output for long gaming sessions?

The brick's thermal protection triggers first; sustained maximum load raises case temperature until the internal over-temperature circuit throttles output to protect components.

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