Live-Neutral AC connectors in PWR-90-240V-* power supplies

[ilario]

Dear all,
I recently bought a PWR-90-240V-3.3V1.5A is AC-DC power converter which works with wide input voltage and provide 5W output 3.3V 1.5A power supply, for avoiding the problem described in this other forum post.

Now I realized that the power supply as a L(live) and N(neutral) labelled connectors. Does it really matter if the AC wires are connected in the right way (L to live and N to neutral) or it is ok also if they are inverted?

Also, I don't have any connector that seems safe enough for plugging 220 V there (the holes are placed at a standard 5.08 mm distance, but the holes are too small for the connectors I have with that spacing). In my opinion, it would be useful to mention a recommended connector on the product page. And maybe even a recommended enclosure box for safely using it...

[olimex]

Hi,
There is no problem to switch L and N.
There is no dedicated connector this is module which people put on PCBs so standard header pins are used.
I recommend you to solder cable with plug if you intend to connect direcly to mains.
Be careful its High Voltage!
Tsvetan

[ilario]

OK!
Thanks!
I will try with the 5-to-3.3V converter first, and fall back to the 240V-to-3.3V one if I have problems with the first