darlop

For the first time I found myself in need of a AC outlet. Imagine my shock when I couldn't find one. Was this always the case with the new GLS? I thought it was standard on most cars these days

rockpool

I can't find one either in the 2024 - I guess it's gone. X166 it was under the 2nd row passenger seat.

rayzam

X167 had it until 2023 but they dropped it from 2024. There are 2 100W USB-C ports in the back through which can power many things if you have the right connector.

darlop

Disappointing.

mercedesbuff

Unfortunately, Mercedes dropped the household outlet for the 2024 model year.



With other technical advancements, I can see the benefits of change... For example, no longer offering a CD player, or switching from USB-A ports to the newer USB-C. Those all make sense, because the the previous technology has been superseded.

However, with regards to the household outlet... we're all still using those! So, it's a step backwards, IMO.

EWL5

Everyone's cost-cutting and Mercedes is no exception!

z28lt1

Eh, might save some a tiny bit of money, but as noted, they've replaced it with the 2 100 watt usb-c ports, so wiring and everything still has to be there. I think this is more of a "modernization" For many things, it is probably actually an improvement because you can power tablets and laptops directly with a cable without needing to bring an AC adapter, so for that purpose it works great. However, if you want to bring a console game or recharge the cordless drill batteries, it's for sure the wrong direction and now you need an inverter to do so.

EWL5

I gues tailgating is not expected in this segment...

z28lt1

Nah, we have generators for that .

jkaetz

To be honest it's not that big of a loss. Small 120v inverters (~150 watts) are inexpensive. To be honest what you really want is a way to get a 48v inverter. That would provide you with far more power capacity than 12v. 20 amps x 12 volts = a max of about 240 watts assuming perfect 12 -> 120v efficiency. That same 20 amps at 48v would be ~960 watts with a quality 48v inverter. Another benefit of selecting your own inverter, you can source one that outputs a pure sine wave.

Poppa Z

Has anyone utilized an inverter to get AC from the usb c ports

rockpool

I don't think I have ever seen a USBC PD to 120v inverter - do you know if such a thing even exists?

Poppa Z

I have not found it and that is why I posted, imagine the usefulness

Made me think back to what the main character from Mosquito Coast movie would figure out...

z28lt1

Didn't think it would be hard to find a USB-C, but apparently it doesn't exist. There are plenty of inverters that run off of 20V DC, with just a positive/negative lead input, so you can solder that right to a USB-C cord and it should work. Alternatively, you can put a battery in between for something like: https://www.omnicharge.co/products/omni-20

However, since the 12-Volt plug still exists, the easiest/cheapest solution is to get an inverter off the 12 Volt socket since those things are plentiful.

jkaetz

There are no USB PD -> 120 VAC inverters because the output will be severely limited. Even the best inverters are not 100% so you will be limited to something less than 100 watts of AC power to use. That isn't much.

If you really want to do it you can get a capable of 100W output. Then an inverter that will work with 20 VDC to connect to it.

What exactly are you trying to run that needs AC power?

wildta

This is key because maybe you can just find a DC-DC solution instead of DC-AC-DC.

Poppa Z

Power for my Mom's mobile oxygen machine

I still cant believe there is only one auxiliary power in the way back on the right side

Thank you for all your help

wildta

I wouldn't be surprised if her oxygen concentrator sold a 12v DC power solution.

Poppa Z

Yes, I should have explained that since I have found only one 12V/auxiliary source so far back in the vehicle it is not an ideal setup

Somehow converting the power toward the front of the vehicle would be ideal

Thank you for your help

streborx

But think of the energy savings!

z28lt1

You don't have the front 12-volt? Should be under a flap by the front USB ports. Not sure if the 24s did something different and its not there.

EWL5

De-contenting is strong in MY24!

Poppa Z

I will look again

I have the wireless charger and the two usb c outlets

streborx

Or you can wire in a pigtail into a front row area fuse block, and plug in your inverter there. There's usually a 12V outlet somewhere in the center console accessible from the second row seating area that could be convenient.

wildta

A 15ft 12v cigarette plug extension is Ike $10 on Amazon. Seems like the easiest option.
Amacam 12V/24V Car Charger Extension-16.4ft Black Long Cable with Female Inline Socket Connector. Suitable for Tire Inflators Vacuum Cleaners and Other Portable Equipment. Tough Durable Power Lead. https://a.co/d/0U5BZsi
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