Power Supply Basics (page 5)
- Why the convection cooled CUS150M AC-DC power supply likes it hot
The new CUS150M series of 150W convection-cooled medical (IEC60601-1) and industrial (IEC60950-1) power supplies operates in temperatures up to 80°C without the need for forced air cooling.…
- How the XMS500 configurable power supply differentiates itself from the rest
Introducing the new 500W, single output XMS500 AC-DC configurable power supply, which is available in either class I or class II configurations. Both versions achieve class B…
- Why is the GENESYS+™ so quiet?
The GENESYS+™ has significantly lower levels of audible noise when compared to the first generation Genesys™ series. This is due to the utilisation of an ambient temperature…
- What operating conditions should be considered for KMS-A medical power supplies?
The KMS-A series of 15 to 60W single output power modules is suitable for board mounting and fully-encapsulated in UL-approved resin cases. The products are convection cooled…
- Do KMS-A power supplies have medical approvals?
The KMS-A series of 15 to 60W power modules is certified to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60950-1, ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC/EN 60601-1 and carries the CE mark for the Low Voltage…
- Key points to consider when managing EMI in medical equipment
When ensuring EMI compliance of medical equipment, care must be taken not to contravene earth leakage current and touch current regulations. The limit for earth leakage current…
- How does the trigger function work on the GENESYS+™?
The GENESYS+™ series of programmable power supplies features new trigger functions to allow the user to initiate either single or multiple actions or send a signal to…
- When to use the GENESYS+™ blank panel option
As standard, the GENESYS+™ programmable power supply series is supplied with a display, two encoders and multiple push buttons on the front panel. This allows the user…
- How to operate the GENESYS+™ programmable power supplies in parallel
With the introduction of the GENESYS+™ programmable power supplies, parallel operation is easier and quicker compared to the first generation units with the inclusion of the smart…
- Dual fusing in power supplies – when is it not recommended?
By Robin Jeffery, Technical Market Analyst at TDK-Lambda EMEA Many AC-DC electronic power supplies are now certified to meet the ITE (Information Technology Equipment) IEC 60950-1 standard…
