What is a benchtop DC power supply?

February 14, 2025common problems 8940

A benchtop DC power supply is a power supply that is mounted to an engineer's workbench for use. It usually has a large, legible display and user interface to allow the engineer to easily achieve full control of the power supply from the front panel. Users can also control modern benchtop power supplies through software. In addition, engineers can easily access the output terminals from the front.

The Variable Benchtop Power Supply is a convenient tool for testing circuits because you can adjust the voltage at any time. If your project has specific voltage requirements or you haven't finished the power supply portion of the design, a bench power supply can help.

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