An introduction to benchtop dc power supplies

Focus:

Ac-dc power supplies developed for use as lab instruments or as production test equipment come in many different forms. This short article describes the various benchtop power supply categories in order of increasing functionality and complexity. These include battery eliminator supplies, constant-voltage supplies, constant-voltage/constant-current supplies, multi-output supplies, programmable supplies, and finally dual and multi-range supplies. Power supply features are discussed in general terms, but then selected B&K models are cited as examples.

What you’ll learn:

• How to understand the different power supply options available when selecting a benchtop power supply

Notes:

This article appeared in the September 2012 print edition of Electronic Products.

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Author & Publication:

B&K Staff with Don Peterson, B&K Precision, Electronic Products, Aug 28 2012

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