Bench psu

[Bubbles82]

Hey everyone been along while since I posted, so I thought I would ease my way back in with a quick question. I usually run my kit from a leisure battery but now I'm nearing completing my obsy I would like to get a BENCH PSU like this http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/maplin-97w-dc-fixed-voltage-bench-power-supply-xm21x could anybody confirm that this would be suitable for mounts ,filter wheel,cameras and dew controllers at 13.8 volts because my understanding of ratings is very limited[emoji2]

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[Horwig]

Yes, I'm using the the older 10 amp capable version, but this one should prove sufficient for most kit.

Huw

[Tinker1947]

Your end up like this once you start adding bits go for the 30Amp and save some space.....

http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/moonraker-375w-switched-mode-dc-variable-voltage-compact-bench-power-supply-n87jn

[Astroboffin]

Hi,

This is the one I use 15amp, and the price is excellent, there is a slightly cheaper one to without the volt / ammeter display

http://www.tantronics.co.uk/acatalog/fusion_15A_13.8V_200W_Bench_Top_Power_Supply_Twin_Output_PS200T.html

AB

[Gina]

Yes, I use the Fusion PS200T too - works well.  I had problems with the Maplin one.

[Demon Barber]

Hi All,look no further than this unit from Rapid,excellent build quality i`ve used one for  three years no problems,plenty of room inside to add proper sockets!!!!

Link here:http://www.rapidonline.com/electrical-power/rapid-smps-25a-40a-65063

Regards

Mike

[Astroboffin]

Hi All,look no further than this unit from Rapid,excellent build quality i`ve used one for  three years no problems,plenty of room inside to add proper sockets!!!!

Link here:http://www.rapidonline.com/electrical-power/rapid-smps-25a-40a-65063

Regards

Mike

I personally would not use a switch mode power supply, I prefer the more regulated ones, especially with imaging equipment attached to my rig, personal choice.

AB

[knobby]

Yep, switch modes are very noisy , just stick a radio near one !

[Astroboffin]

Yep, switch modes are very noisy , just stick a radio near one !

Exactly my point, and with all the imaging gear around it, does not help the image data.

But what is very strange, and I have never worked this one out, is that PC power supply are switch mode, and you would think that a computer would be the last place to put one....go figure

AB

[richyrich_one]

These have been recommended before. I've had no problems with mine. 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/261192317147

[Bubbles82]

Thanks everyone or the replies this makes me less worried about using bench PSU to power my kit as I know most of you have some expensive kit compared to mine and wouldn't risk damaging it[emoji2]

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[keithatrochdale]

Hi if you want a bit more grunt, this might be useful;

http://www.rcmf.co.uk/4um/index.php/page,139.html

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[Gollum]

If you can get your hands on a PMR base station PSU (Taxi radio) these are ideal and a powerful workhorse. I got one yrs ago and still going strong.