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Well, trying to clarify your question, if you have a device that normally has a 5V 3.6A adapter, than it likely needs to be able to draw up to 3.6 amps or so for the device to operate normally. So, a 5V 2.6 amp adapter may operate at times, but only when the device is trying to draw less than 2.6 amps. If the device tries to draw more than 2.6 amps than you run the chance of burning out your transformer (the AC adapter), or just not having your device work. Both adapters will put out the 5 volts, but the 2.6 amp adapter will not provide enough current. You can safely use a larger adapter than the 3.6A, as your device will only draw as much current at 5 volts as it needs. On another note, do not try an adapter that puts out the same current but more voltage. Such as 7.5 volts 3.6 amps. This will overdrive your device and potentially burn it out.

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