9170B Series, Power Supplies (Test, Bench)

Power Supplies (Test, Bench) Equipment are electronic devices designed to supply a variable amount of voltage and/or current to components for testing purposes. They are essential in the electronics industry for testing and validating the performance of electrical circuits and systems. These power supplies typically have a wide range of output voltage and current capabilities. Depending on the model, the output voltage can range from 0 to 1000 VDC, while the output current can range from 0 to 80 A. The number of outputs can vary, with some models providing a single output, while others may have two, three, or four outputs. Power supplies can have different types of displays, depending on the model and manufacturer. Analog displays use a needle or pointer to indicate the output voltage or current, while digital displays show the value numerically. LCD displays use liquid crystal technology to display the values, while LED displays use light-emitting diodes. Vacuum fluorescent displays (VFDs) are another type of display technology that is commonly used in power supplies. Some power supplies may not have any display at all, relying instead on external monitoring equipment to measure and display the output values. Power Supplies (Test, Bench) Equipment are used in a variety of applications, including research and development, quality control, and manufacturing. They are particularly useful in testing electronic components and circuits, as well as in the design and development of new electronic devices. Power supplies can also be used in other applications, such as charging batteries and powering motors. In summary, power supplies are essential instruments in the electronics industry, providing a variable amount of voltage and current for testing and validating the performance of electrical circuits and systems. With their wide range of output voltage and current capabilities and various display options, power supplies are versatile tools that can be used in a range of applications.