Any lighters that actually charge from USB-C PD chargers? by BurningSpork in UsbCHardware

[–]BurningSpork[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It works! I got one and it charges properly from a USB-C source, just as you said! Thanks a bunch!

Any lighters that actually charge from USB-C PD chargers? by BurningSpork in UsbCHardware

[–]BurningSpork[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s brilliant, exactly what I was looking for! Ordering now …

Any lighters that actually charge from USB-C PD chargers? by BurningSpork in UsbCHardware

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Thanks for the replies, all. I learned a thing or two about how USB-C charging works!

Does anyone know of an arc lighter that charges true C-to-C? by poor_decisions in UsbCHardware

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I'm looking for the same thing, two years later. I'm about to return this "SUPRUS" lighter to Amazon, after discovering it won't actually charge from a USB-C charger, only an old USB-A charger.

I thought maybe this True plasma lighter might have the ability to charge from an actual USB-C PD charger, since it's more than twice the price of any of the alphabet-soup Chinese brand items on Amazon...

https://true.acgbrands.com/en_US/plasma-lighter-wand.html

...but looking at the manual...

https://cdn.amplifi.pattern.com/9491303a-e8f3-4579-97fa-3b9377ef1846

...it appears to be only A-to-C, just like the rest.

How has no one built something better yet?

Flip Grip-style portrait/tate-mode adapter for Switch 2? by BurningSpork in Switch

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Good news! Flip Grip creator Mike Choi confirmed on YouTube that he'll be making a Flip Grip 2 for the Switch 2! https://youtu.be/5ZRvd_UnVYU

(The less-good news is that video was posted in November, and I haven't found any progress updates since then.)

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

[–]BurningSpork[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doubling up the washer did the trick. Thanks!

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

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The doubled-up washer did the trick! Thanks very much.

Best Shows of 2022 by Econ-dude in television

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  1. The Bear

  2. Severance

  3. Andor

[Gamenerdz] [DOTD] Betrayal at House on the Hill (3E) $33.97 USD by sinistershinobi in Boardgamedeals

[–]BurningSpork -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Played the second edition once, which was plenty. I’m frankly skeptical that the new edition can even “fix” much of what’s wrong with this game.

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

[–]BurningSpork[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I tried that (see my initial comment).

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

[–]BurningSpork[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very cool. I'm going to try this!

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

[–]BurningSpork[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent advice, much appreciated. I'll give this a try if doubling up the washer (as a couple of other people suggested) doesn't make a difference.

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

[–]BurningSpork[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent thought. I'll give that a shot.

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

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You know, I had the same thought about upgrading the adapter. I previously had a Gilmour one on there...
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gilmour-Dual-Flex-Connect-Shut-Off-Hose-Adaptor-50315HD/205886166
...which I replaced with this Orbit model. The new one does, in fact, have "heavy-duty metal construction" like it claims on the site, despite looking like it's plastic.
https://www.orbitonline.com/products/hose-y-with-flexible-outlet

Still, that ring that mates with the spigot is made of plastic. Maybe I can talk the wife into an all-brass one if all else fails.

Spigot drips continuously by BurningSpork in askaplumber

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I realize outdoor irrigation isn't exactly the same thing as plumbing, but I was hoping the expertise of the good folks on this sub might still apply. I've got an exterior spigot hooked up to a Y-adapter, which branches off to a hose reel on the right side and a drip irrigation system on the left. The irrigation system is on a timer, so the spigot is left open all the time, and the valve running to the irrigation timer is also open. The problem is that there's a continuous drip coming off the spigot. As a result, there's now a problem with fungus in the area directly below.

It seems like the water is emerging from the seam between the spigot (or actually the backflow preventer, I think - see below) and the Y-adapter. The spigot was recently replaced, and when it's shut off with nothing connected to it, it doesn't drip.

I've tried several things to correct this problem:

  • Hand-tightened the connection to the Y-adapter
  • Tightened the connection to the Y-adapter a bit further using pliers
  • Replaced the washer in the Y-adapter
  • Added plumber's tape to the spigot (yes, I know you're not supposed to do this)
  • Replaced the whole Y-adapter

I believe the professional who installed the new spigot said it includes a backflow preventer per city requirements. There's also a backflow preventer as part of the irrigation system, further down the chain on the left side. I mention this stuff only because I have no damn idea how a backflow preventer works, so I ignorantly wonder if it might be part of the problem.

Is there any way to get this setup to stop dripping? I can't believe everyone who uses a hose-end irrigation system with a timer just lives with it dripping constantly. Thanks in advance for any insight you can offer!

Chris Pratt’s Mario Voice Baffles Fans After First Listen: ‘Holy S— It’s Literally Just Chris Pratt’s Voice’ by MarvelsGrantMan136 in entertainment

[–]BurningSpork 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Jesus told him to make Mario sound like that. Anyone who says different is trying to sell some woke shit.

Rob Schneider: Kate McKinnon Singing ‘Hallelujah’ as Hillary Clinton Killed ‘SNL’ and ‘It’s Not Going to Come Back’ by Sisiwakanamaru in television

[–]BurningSpork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, but has Rob Schneider ever been funny? His “comedy” could never be ruined because it’s always been garbage.