Up to 5 identical units can connected in parallel to provide up to 15kW output power. The required output current is actively shared when the units are connected in parallel via the optional master/slave card. For systems requiring high reliability the parallel feature provides redundancy as should one unit fail the others will continue to operate. Series operation of 2 units is also possible (limited to 600V maximum output). 

Each PSU is able to operate independently, so that systems can be reconfigured, expanded or broken up as needs dictate. The modular approach is useful for test houses and research labs who regularly test different sized power devices. Individual units can be used for the day to day testing of multiple small devices, then grouped together for larger projects.

All units operate from a single phase wide AC input with active PFC.

A 5 digit front panel display is provided as standard. Along with front panel control and display, RS-485 and analogue interfaces are built-in as standard. In addition to the standard interfaces GPIB or LAN can also be optionally provided.

If isolated analogue control and monitoring is required, this can be achieved using the Isolated Analogue Programming Port, or ATI (all pins of the ATI are isolated from the negative output). This is a factory fitted option which basically enables both 5V and 10V isolated control and monitoring of the power supply.

Free operating software is available with the LAB-DSP to set and monitor live values. A sequence mode is also provided.

Over-voltage and over-current protection limits can be adjusted to help safeguard sensitive loads. An interlock function is provided enabling the connection of an external emergency stop or output off switch.

An additional coating of the PCB is possible for all LAB-DSP models. This ensures suitability in harsh environments by providing protection against moisture & high humidity.

Units can be treated to a laboratory rack or flight case integration. Having a programmable power system mounted into a flight case on castors is often advantageous, especially when several departments or test cells share the same equipment. 

Multiple power systems can be fitted into the same flight case. Door hangers are fitted for convenience. Existing ETPS systems can also be retrospectively integrated into new flight cases where requested.

If you require a benchtop solution, please see the separate LAB-DSPH product family.

If your test requirement is short term, we have multiple LAB-DSP units in our rental DC source range.

This series of power supplies can be found in a very wide range of market sectors and applications including: Aerospace, telecom, ATE, quality control, chemical processing, water purification, electroplating, sputtering and coating, semiconductor manufacture, burn-in along with general R&D.

A LAB-DSP system was used to power the Técnico Solar Boat team in the Monaco Solar & Electric Boat Challenge.

Another LAB-DSP unit was used by Durham University for the characterisation of magnetic devices. The DC source allowed them to validate and understand the limitations of their numerical models, while ensuring confidence in a specific device design.