B K PRECISION 2023 Power Supply Selection
Product Information
The 2023 Power Supply Selection Guide is a comprehensive guide provided by B&K Precision. B&K Precision is a trusted brand that has been offering reliable test and measurement instruments for over seven decades. Power supplies are one of their most popular product categories. The guide helps users confidently select power supplies from a wide range of options. These options include low-power (12 W) benchtop power supplies to high-power (5100 W) ATE-ready solutions and more. The guide lists various selection criteria to consider when choosing a power supply. These criteria include total output power, voltage and current ranges, ripple & noise, number of output channels, interfaces, form factor, programming resolution and accuracy, list mode, and transient response time. In addition to the power supply selection guide, the guide also mentions the ElectriKit tool. The ElectriKit is a helpful tool for electricians, technicians, engineers, students, hobbyists, and anyone dealing with electrical power. It offers features such as calculating DC power and single or three-phase AC true power, reactive power, and apparent power. It also includes calculators for delta-wye transformation, voltage drop, AWG size, THD, horsepower, and battery life. Furthermore, it provides an ampacity table for insulated conductors per NEC Table 310.16.
Product Usage Instructions
- Start by using the power supply selection criteria listed in the guide to determine your specific requirements.
- Refer to the table of contents to find the relevant section for the criteria you are considering.
- Review the information provided for each criterion and compare it to your needs.
- Consider factors such as total output power, voltage and current ranges, ripple & noise, number of output channels, interfaces, form factor, programming resolution and accuracy, list mode, and transient response time.
- Use the information in the guide to narrow down your options and find the power supply that best meets your requirements.
- If you require additional assistance or have specific questions, reach out to B&K Precision’s global service and support team.
- Additionally, utilize the ElectriKit tool for calculations related to DC power, AC power, voltage drop, AWG size, THD, horsepower, and battery life.
- Follow any additional instructions provided in the specific product’s user manual when using the selected power supply.
For more than seven decades B&K Precision has provided reliable test and measurement instruments with global service and support. Power supplies are one of our most
popular product categories and this guide will help you confidently select from a wide range of low-power (12 W) benchtop to high-power (5100 W) ATE-ready solutions and more.
Finding the right power supply
Start by viewing common selection criteria listed below.
Common power supply selection criteria
- Total output power
- Voltage and current ranges
- Ripple & noise
- Number of output channels
- Interfaces
- Form factor
- Programming resolution and programming accuracy
- List mode
- Transient response time
ElectriKit
A helpful tool for electricians, technicians, engineers, students, hobbyists and anyone dealing with electrical power.
Key Features
- Calculate DC power and single or three-phase AC true power, reactive power, and apparent power
- Delta-wye transformation, voltage drop, AWG size, THD, horsepower, and battery life calculators
- Ampacity table for insulated conductors per NEC Table 310.16
Dual-Range and Multi-Range
Also referred to as “autoranging”, multi-range power supplies provide more flexibility than traditional power supplies by extending the operating range beyond a single maximum power point. These supplies can provide any combination of higher voltage or higher current along a maximum power curve. This design helps save both bench space and cost by eliminating the need for having multiple power supplies on the bench or buying more power than necessary.
|
Model |
Max Power | Max Voltage | Max
Current |
Range |
Ripple & Noise |
List Mode |
Interfaces | |||||
| USB | RS232 | GPIB | RS485 | LAN | ||||||||
| Dual-range | BCS6401 | 90 W | ± 9 V, ± 15 V | 5 A, 3 A | Dual | ≤ 1 mVrms / ≤ 3 mVpp | ● | ● | – | – | – | ● |
| 9171B | 100 W | 10 V, 20 V | 10 A, 5 A | Dual | ≤ 0.35 mVrms / ≤ 3 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9172B | 105 W | 35 V, 70 V | 3 A, 1.5 A | Dual | ≤ 0.5 mVrms / ≤ 5 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 1737 | 120 W | 30 V, 60 V | 3 A, 2 A | Dual | ≤ 1 mVrms | – | – | ● | – | – | – | |
| 9181B | 144 W | 18 V, 36 V | 8 A, 4 A | Dual | ≤ 0.35 mVrms / ≤ 3 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9173B | 200 W | 10 V, 20 V x 2 | 10 A, 5 A x 2 | Dual | ≤ 0.35 mVrms / ≤ 3 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9182B | 200 W | 10 V, 20 V | 20 A, 10 A | Dual | ≤ 0.35 mVrms / ≤ 3 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9184B | 200 W | 100 V, 200 V | 2 A, 1 A | Dual | ≤ 1.5 mVrms / ≤ 15 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9174B | 210 W | 35 V, 70 V x 2 | 3 A, 1.5 A x 2 | Dual | ≤ 0.5 mVrms / ≤ 5 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9183B | 210 W | 35 V, 70 V | 6 A, 3 A | Dual | ≤ 0.5 mVrms / ≤ 5 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 9185B | 210 W | 400 V, 600 V | 0.5 A, 0.35 A | Dual | ≤ 4.5 mVrms / ≤ 45 mVpp | ● | ● | O | O | O | O | |
| 1747 | 300 W | 35 V, 60 V | 10 A, 5 A | Dual | ≤ 1 mVrms | – | – | ● | – | – | – | |
| Multi-range | 9110 | 100 W | 60 V | 5 A | Multi | ≤ 2 mVrms | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 9111 | 180 W | 60 V | 8 A | Multi | ≤ 5 mVrms | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| 9201B | 200 W | 60 V | 10 A | Multi | ≤ 8 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | – | – | – | |
| 9140 | 300 W | 32 V x 3 | 8 A x 3 | Multi | ≤ 1 mVrms / ≤ 5 mVpp | ● | ● | – | O | – | ✩ | |
| 9141 | 300 W | 60 V x 3 | 4 A x 3 | Multi | ≤ 2 mVrms / ≤ 10 mVpp | ● | ● | – | O | – | ✩ | |
| 9202B | 360 W | 60 V | 15 A | Multi | ≤ 15 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | – | – | – | |
| 9205B | 600 W | 60 V | 25 A | Multi | ≤ 20 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | – | – | – | |
| 9206B | 600 W | 150 V | 10 A | Multi | ≤ 50 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | – | – | – | |
| 9115/B/-AT | 1200 W | 80 V | 60 A | Multi | ≤ 60 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | O | ● | – | |
| 9116/B | 1200 W | 150 V | 30 A | Multi | ≤ 60 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | O | ● | – | |
| MR3K160120 | 3000 W | 160 V | 120 A | Multi | ≤ 48 mVrms / ≤ 120 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | |
| MR160120 | 5000 W | 160 V | 120 A | Multi | ≤ 48 mVrms / ≤ 160 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | |
| MR25080 | 5000 W | 250 V | 80 A | Multi | ≤ 85 mVrms / ≤ 500 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | |
| MR50040 | 5000 W | 500 V | 40 A | Multi | ≤ 75 mVrms / ≤ 600 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | |
| MR100020 | 5000 W | 1000 V | 20 A | Multi | ≤ 120 mVrms / ≤ 700 mVpp | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | |
Dual and Triple Output
Dual & triple output power supplies give users the flexibility to configure multiple channels to meet their application needs.
Each output can be used independently, or connected in series, or parallel with other channels to increase voltage or current. This also allows for various output configurations such as positive and negative outputs for powering bipolar circuits and devices.
Common Features & Benefits
- Independent, floating and electrically isolated outputs
- Series or parallel operation to produce higher voltage or current output
- Display and adjust voltage and current settings for multiple channels simultaneously
Bipolar output configuration
The independent and isolated outputs can be used to create positive and negative outputs between channels 1 and 2. This feature is useful for powering bipolar circuits and devices.
|
Model |
Power |
CH1 | CH2 | CH3 |
Standard Interfaces |
|||
| Voltage | Current | Voltage | Current | Voltage | Current | |||
| 1652 | 44 W | 24 V | 500 mA | 24 V | 500 mA | 5 V | 4 A | N/A |
| BCS6401 | 90 W | ± 15 V | 5 A | 15 V | 5 A | – | – | USB, LAN |
| 1760A | 92 W | 30 V | 2 A | 30 V | 2 A | 6.5 V | 5 A | N/A |
| 1670A | 98 W | 30 V | 3 A | 12 V | 500 mA | 5 V | 500 mA | N/A |
| 1671A | 158 W | 30 V | 5 A | 12 V | 500 mA | 5 V | 500 mA | N/A |
|
9129B |
195 W |
30 V |
3 A |
30 V |
3 A |
5 V |
3 A |
USB ( virtual COM via included USB to
TTL adapter) |
| 9130C | 195 W | 30 V | 3 A | 30 V | 3 A | 5 V | 3 A | RS232, USB |
|
9173B |
200 W |
10 V / 20 V |
10 A / 5 A |
10 V / 20 V |
10 A / 5 A |
– |
– |
USB (RS232, RS485,
analog control, GPIB, LAN, digital I/O)-opt. |
| 1672 | 207 W | 32 V | 3 A | 32 V | 3 A | 5 V | 3 A | N/A |
|
9174B |
210 W |
35 V / 70 V |
3 A / 1.5 A |
35 V / 70 V |
3 A / 1.5 A |
– |
– |
USB (RS232, RS485,
analog control, GPIB, LAN, digital I/O)-opt. |
| 1761 | 242 W | 35 V | 3 A | 35 V | 3 A | 6.5 V | 5 A | N/A |
| 1762 | 266 W | 60 V | 2 A | 60 V | 2 A | 6.5 V | 5 A | N/A |
| 9131C | 375 W | 30 V | 6 A | 30 V | 6 A | 5 V | 3 A | RS232, USB |
| 9132C | 375 W | 60 V | 3 A | 60 V | 3 A | 5 V | 3 A | RS232, USB |
| 9140 | 300 W | 32 V | 8 A | 32 V | 8 A | 32 V | 8 A | USB, LAN, GPIB-opt. |
| 9141 | 300 W | 60 V | 4 A | 60 V | 4 A | 60 V | 4 A | USB, LAN, GPIB-opt. |
| 1673 | 399 W | 32 V | 6 A | 32 V | 6 A | 5 V | 3 A | N/A |
ATE System Power Solutions
- Up to 5100 W with voltage and current configurations up to 1000 V, 120 A
- Flexible I/O interfaces such as GPIB, LAN, USB, RS232, and analog control
- Programmability via SCPI commands, LabVIEW drivers, or application software allow for remote initiation and operation
- High programming accuracy combined with precise built-in measurements
- Comprehensive protection features such as OVP, OCP, and OTP to safeguard your DUT
Designed for easy integration into automated test equipment systems, our compact XLN, 9115/B, and MR series DC power supplies offer the power density, speed, and accuracy needed to meet today’s system design challenges.
|
Model |
Max Power |
Max Voltage |
Max Current |
Response Time
Rise Time Full Fall Time Full Load (ms)/ Load (ms)/No No Load (ms) Load (ms) |
Transient Response Time (for a load change from 50 to100% of rated output current) |
Adjustable Slew Rate |
|
| 9171B | 100 W | 10 V, 20 V | 10 A, 5 A | ≤ 8 / ≤ 8 | ≤ 8 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 2.5 V/ms |
| 9172B | 105 W | 35 V, 70 V | 3 A, 1.5 A | ≤ 10 / ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 7 V/ms |
| 9240 | 120 W | 32 V | 8 A | ≤ 10 / ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0.001 to 3.2 V/ms |
| 9241 | 120 W | 60 V | 4 A | ≤ 20 / ≤ 20 | ≤ 20 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0.001 to 3.2 V/ms |
| 9181B | 144 W | 18 V, 36 V | 8 A, 4 A | ≤ 8 / ≤ 8 | ≤ 8 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 4.5 V/ms |
| 9173B | 200 W | 10 V,
20 V x 2 |
10 A,
5 A x 2 |
≤ 8 / ≤ 8 | ≤ 8 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 2.5 V/ms |
| 9182B | 200 W | 10 V, 20 V | 20 A, 10 A | ≤ 8 / ≤ 8 | ≤ 8 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 2.5 V/ms |
| 9184B | 200 W | 100 V, 200 V | 2 A, 1 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 100 µs for output to recover to within 50 mV | 0.001 to 6.666 V/ms |
| 9242 | 200 W | 60 V | 10 A | ≤ 20 / ≤ 20 | ≤ 20 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0.001 to 3.2 V/ms |
| 9174B | 210 W | 35 V,
70 V x 2 |
3 A,
1.5 A x 2 |
≤ 10 / ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 7 V/ms |
| 9183B | 210 W | 35 V, 70 V | 6 A, 3 A | ≤ 10 / ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 50 µs for output to recover to within 15 mV | 0.001 to 7 V/ms |
| 9185B | 210 W | 400 V,
600 V |
0.5 A,
0.35 A |
≤ 40 / ≤ 40 | ≤ 40 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 100 µs for output to recover to within 120 mV | 0.001 to 15 V/ms |
| 9140 | 300 W | 32 V x 3 | 8 A x 3 | ≤ 10 / ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0.005 to 3.2 V/ms |
| 9141 | 300 W | 60 V x 3 | 4 A x 3 | ≤ 20 / ≤ 20 | ≤ 20 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0.005 to 3.2 V/ms |
| 9115/B/-AT | 1200 W | 80 V | 60 A | – | – | – | – |
| 9116/B | 1200 W | 150 V | 30 A | – | – | – | – |
| XLN3640 (-GL) | 1440 W | 36 V | 40 A | ≤ 15 / ≤ 15 | ≤ 15 / ≤ 1000 | ≤ 1 ms | 0.01 to 2.4 V/ms |
| XLN6024 (-GL) | 1440 W | 60 V | 24 A | ≤ 20 / ≤ 20 | ≤ 20 / ≤ 1000 | ≤ 1 ms | 0.01 to 3 V/ms |
| XLN8018 (-GL) | 1440 W | 80 V | 18 A | ≤ 25 / ≤ 25 | ≤ 25 / ≤ 1000 | ≤ 1 ms | 0.01 to 3.2 V/ms |
| XLN10014 (-GL) | 1440 W | 100 V | 14.4 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 / ≤ 1000 | ≤ 1 ms | 0.01 to 3.3 V/ms |
| XLN15010 (-GL) | 1560 W | 150 V | 10.4 A | ≤ 100 / ≤ 100 | ≤ 100 / ≤ 1000 | ≤ 2 ms | 0.01 to 1 V/ms |
| XLN30052 (-GL) | 1560 W | 300 V | 5.2 A | ≤ 100 / ≤ 100 | ≤ 100 / ≤ 2000 | ≤ 2 ms | 0.01 to 3.3 V/ms |
| XLN60026 (-GL) | 1560 W | 600 V | 2.6 A | ≤ 100 / ≤ 100 | ≤ 100 / ≤ 3000 | ≤ 2 ms | 0.01 to 6.6 V/ms |
| PVS60085MR | 3000 W | 600 V | 8.5 A | ≤ 100 / ≤ 100 | ≤ 150 / ≤ 3000 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0 to 6 V/ms |
| MR3K160120 | 3000 W | 160 V | 120 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 80 / ≤ 10000 | ≤ 1.5 ms | – |
| MR160120 | 5000 W | 160 V | 120 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 50 / ≤ 10000 | ≤ 1.5 ms | – |
| MR25080 | 5000 W | 250 V | 80 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 55 / ≤ 8000 | ≤ 1.5 ms | – |
| MR50040 | 5000 W | 500 V | 40 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 40 / ≤ 10000 | ≤ 1.5 ms | – |
| MR100020 | 5000 W | 1000 V | 20 A | ≤ 30 / ≤ 30 | ≤ 50 / ≤ 10000 | ≤ 1.5 ms | – |
| PVS10005 | 5000 W | 1000 V | 5 A | ≤ 250 / ≤ 250 | ≤ 250 / ≤ 5000 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0 to 4 V/ms |
| PVS60085 | 5100 W | 600 V | 8.5 A | ≤ 100 / ≤ 100 | ≤ 100 / ≤ 3000 | ≤ 0.5 ms for output to recover within 0.5% of its rated output | 0 to 6 V/ms |
|
Model |
Interfaces |
Rackmount Kit |
Form Factor |
||||||
| USB | RS232 | RS485 | Analog Control | GPIB | LAN | Digital I/O | |||
| 9171B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 2U |
| 9172B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 2U |
| 9240 | ● | – | – | – | O | ✩ | ● | O | 2U |
| 9241 | ● | – | – | – | O | ✩ | ● | O | 2U |
| 9181B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 2U |
| 9173B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 3U |
| 9182B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 3U |
| 9184B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 3U |
| 9242 | ● | – | – | – | O | ✩ | ● | O | 2U |
| 9174B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 3U |
| 9183B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 3U |
| 9185B | ● | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | 3U |
| 9140 | ● | – | – | – | O | ✩ | ● | O | 2U |
| 9141 | ● | – | – | – | O | ✩ | ● | O | 2U |
| 9115/B/-AT | ● | ● | ● | ● | O | – | – | ● | 1U |
| 9116/B | ● | ● | ● | ● | O | – | – | ● | 1U |
| XLN3640 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| XLN6024 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| XLN8018 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| XLN10014 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| XLN15010 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| XLN30052 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| XLN60026 (-GL) | ● | – | ● | ● | O | O | – | O | 1U |
| PVS60085MR | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | – | O | 2U |
| MR3K160120 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | – | O | 2U |
| MR160120 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | – | O | 2U |
| MR25080 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | – | O | 2U |
| MR50040 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | – | O | 2U |
| MR100020 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ | – | O | 2U |
| PVS10005 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | – | O | 2U |
| PVS60085 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | – | O | 2U |
Programmable less than 300 W
These DC power supplies offer high speed and accuracy combined with advanced features such as DUT protection, list mode, and full programmability. Many supplies offer a SCPI compatible command set and come with LabVIEW drivers.
|
Model |
Power |
Max Voltage |
Max Current |
Ripple & Noise |
Programming Accuracy | Programming Resolution | Interfaces |
Rackmount Kit |
|||||||
| Voltage | Current | Voltage | Current | USB | RS232 | RS485 | Analog Control | GPIB | LAN | ||||||
| 1739 | 30 W | 30 V | 1 A | < 1 mVrms | 0.5% +
2 digits |
0.5% +
2 digits |
10 mV | 0.1 mA | – | ● | – | – | – | – | – |
| BCS6401 | 90 W | ± 15 V | 5 A | ≤ 1 mVrms | ≤ 0.02% +
3 mV |
< 0.05% +
2 mA |
1 mV | 100 nA | ● | – | – | – | – | ● |
O |
| 9171B | 100 W | 10 V,
20 V |
10 A,
5 A |
≤ 0.35 mVrms
/ ≤ 3 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
5 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
2 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| 9172B | 105 W | 35 V,
70 V |
3 A,
1.5 A |
≤ 0.5 mVrms
/ ≤ 5 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
10 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
1 mA |
2 mV | 0.1 mA | ● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| 9240 | 120 W | 32 V | 8 A | ≤ 1 mVrms
/ ≤ 5 mVpp |
0.03% +
4 mV |
0.1% +
5 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | – | – |
O |
✩ |
O |
| 9241 | 120 W | 60 V | 4 A | ≤ 2 mVrms
/ ≤ 10 mVpp |
0.03% +
8 mV |
0.1% +
3 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | – | – |
O |
✩ |
O |
| 9181B | 144 W | 18 V,
36 V |
8 A, 4 A | ≤ 0.35 mVrms
/ ≤ 3 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
5 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
2 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| BCS6402 | 150 W | ± 30 V | 5 A | ≤ 1 mVrms | ≤ 0.02% +
3 mV |
< 0.05% +
3 mA |
1 mV | 100 nA | ● | – | – | – | – | ● |
O |
| 1698B | 200 W | 60 V | 3.3 A | ≤ 30 mVpp | 1.5% +
2 counts |
1.5% +
2 counts |
10 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | – | – | – | – |
| 9201B | 200 W | 60 V | 10 A | ≤ 8 mVpp | ≤ 0.03% +
5 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
10 mA |
1 mV | 0.1 mA | ● | ● | – | – | – | – |
O |
| 9242 | 200 W | 60 V | 10 A | ≤ 2 mVrms
/ ≤ 10 mVpp |
0.03% +
8 mV |
0.1% +
3 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | – | – |
O |
✩ |
O |
| 9182B | 200 W | 10 V,
20 V |
20 A,
10 A |
≤ 0.35 mVrms
/ ≤ 3 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
5 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
5 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
|
9173B |
200 W |
10 V,
20 V x 2 |
10 A, 5
A x 2 |
≤ 0.35 mVrms
/ ≤ 3 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
5 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
2 mA |
1 mV |
1 mA |
● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| 1696B | 200 W | 20 V | 10 A | ≤ 30 mVpp | 1.5% +
2 counts |
1.5% +
2 counts |
10 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | – | – | – | – |
| 1697B | 200 W | 40 V | 5 A | ≤ 30 mVpp | 1.5% +
2 counts |
1.5% +
2 counts |
10 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | – | – | – | – |
| 9184B | 200 W | 100 V,
200 V |
2 A, 1 A | ≤ 1.5 mVrms
/ ≤ 15 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
50 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
1 mA |
10 mV | 0.1 mA | ● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| 9183B | 210 W | 35 V,
70 V |
6 A, 3 A | ≤ 0.5 mVrms
/ ≤ 5 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
10 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
2 mA |
2 mV | 0.2 mA | ● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
|
9174B |
210 W |
35 V,
70 V x 2 |
3 A, 1.5
A x 2 |
≤ 0.5 mVrms
/ ≤ 5 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
10 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
1 mA |
2 mV |
0.1 mA |
● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| 9185B | 210 W | 400 V,
600 V |
0.5 A,
0.35 A |
≤ 4.5 mVrms
/ ≤ 45 mVpp |
≤ 0.05% +
100 mV |
≤ 0.1% +
0.1 mA |
20 mV | 0.01
mA |
● |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
O |
| 1685B | 300 W | 60 V | 5 A | ≤ 50 mVpp | ± 0.2% +
3 counts |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
800 mV | 10 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 9140 | 300 W | 32 V
x 3 |
8 A x 3 | ≤ 1 mVrms
/ ≤ 5 mVpp |
0.03% +
4 mV |
0.1% +
5 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | – | – |
O |
✩ |
O |
| 9141 | 300 W | 60 V
x 3 |
4 A x 3 | ≤ 2 mVrms
/ ≤ 10 mVpp |
0.03% +
8 mV |
0.1% +
3 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | – | – |
O |
✩ |
O |
Programmable (320 W to 5100 W)
|
Model |
Power |
Max Voltage |
Max Current |
Ripple & Noise |
Programming Accuracy | Programming Resolution | Interfaces | Rackmount Kit | |||||||
| Voltage | Current | Voltage | Current | USB | RS232 | RS485 | Analog Control | GPIB | LAN | ||||||
| 9103 | 320 W | 42 V | 20 A | ≤ 8 mVrms /
≤ 80 mVpp |
± 0.2% +
0.05 |
± 0.2% +
0.05 |
20 mV | 10 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 9104 | 320 W | 84 V | 10 A | ≤ 8 mVrms /
≤ 80 mVpp |
± 0.2% +
0.05 |
± 0.2% +
0.05 |
20 mV | 10 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 1688B | 360 W | 18 V | 20 A | ≤ 50 mVpp | ± 0.2% +
3 counts |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
800 mV | 100 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 1687B | 360 W | 36 V | 10 A | ≤ 50 mVpp | ± 0.2% +
3 counts |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
800 mV | 100 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 1902B | 900 W | 60 V | 15 A | ≤ 5 mVrms /
≤ 100 mVpp |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
800 mV | 10 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 1900B | 960 W | 16 V | 60 A | ≤ 5 mVrms /
≤ 50 mVpp |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
800 mV | 10 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 1901B | 960 W | 32 V | 30 A | ≤ 5 mVrms /
≤ 50 mVpp |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
± 0.2% +
3 counts |
800 mV | 10 mA | ● | – | – | ● | – | – | – |
| 9115/B/-AT | 1200 W | 80 V | 60 A | ≤ 60 mVpp | 0.02% +
30 mV |
0.1% +
60 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
– | ● |
| 9116/B | 1200 W | 150 V | 30 A | ≤ 60 mVpp | 0.05% +
30 mV |
0.2% +
30 mA |
3 mV | 1 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
– | ● |
| XLN3640 (-GL) | 1440 W | 36 V | 40 A | ≤ 5 mVrms
/ ≤ 60 mVpp |
0.05% +
10 mV |
0.05% +
10 mA |
1 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| XLN6024 (-GL) | 1440 W | 60 V | 24 A | ≤ 6 mVrms
/ ≤ 70 mVpp |
0.05% +
15 mV |
0.05% +
18 mA |
1.5 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| XLN8018 (-GL) | 1440 W | 80 V | 18 A | ≤ 7 mVrms
/ ≤ 80 mVpp |
0.05% +
20 mV |
0.05% +
7 mA |
2 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| XLN10014 (-GL) | 1440 W | 100 V | 14.4 A | ≤ 8 mVrms
/ ≤ 80 mVpp |
0.05% +
25 mV |
0.05% +
6 mA |
2.5 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| XLN15010 (-GL) | 1560 W | 150 V | 10.4 A | ≤ 10 mVrms
/ ≤ 100 mVpp |
0.05% +
75 mV |
0.1% +
30 mA |
10 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| XLN30052 (-GL) | 1560 W | 300 V | 5.2 A | ≤ 25 mVrms
/ ≤ 150 mVpp |
0.05% +
150 mV |
0.1% +
15.6 mA |
10 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| XLN60026 (-GL) | 1560 W | 600 V | 2.6 A | ≤ 50 mVrms
/ ≤ 300 mVpp |
0.05% +
300 mV |
0.1% +
7.8 mA |
10 mV | 1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| PVS60085MR | 3000 W | 600 V | 8.5 A | ≤ 100 mVrms
/ ≤ 500 mVpp |
400 mV | 0.03% +
3.5 mA |
10 mV | 0.2 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| MR3K160120 | 3000 W | 160 V | 120 A | ≤ 48 mVrms
/ ≤ 120 mVpp |
160 mV | 360 mA | 10 mV | 7.5 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ |
O |
| MR160120 | 5000 W | 160 V | 120 A | ≤ 48 mVrms
/ ≤ 160 mVpp |
160 mV | 360 mA | 10 mV | 7.5 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ |
O |
| MR25080 | 5000 W | 250 V | 80 A | ≤ 85 mVrms
/ ≤ 500 mVpp |
100 mV | 60 mA | 10 mV | 5 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ |
O |
| MR50040 | 5000 W | 500 V | 40 A | ≤ 75 mVrms
/ ≤ 600 mVpp |
300 mV | 50 mA | 20 mV | 2 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ |
O |
| MR100020 | 5000 W | 1000 V | 20 A | ≤ 120 mVrms
/ ≤ 700 mVpp |
500 mV | 25 mA | 100 mV | 1 mA | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ✩ |
O |
| PVS10005 | 5000 W | 1000 V | 5 A | ≤ 100 mVrms
/ ≤ 600 mVpp |
700 mV | 0.03% +
2 mA |
0.1 V | 0.1 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
| PVS60085 | 5100 W | 600 V | 8.5 A | ≤ 100 mVrms
/ ≤ 500 mVpp |
400 mV | 0.03% +
3.5 mA |
10 mV | 0.2 mA | ● | – | ● | ● | ● | ● |
O |
Basic and Education
These DC power supplies offer the best in simplicity with their easy-to-use functions. All supplies can be controlled from the front panel only, and many models come with analog or digital meters. Ideal for students, hobbyists, service and repair personnel, and other users looking for low-cost options without all the extras.
| Model | Max Power | Voltage Range | Current Range | No. of Outputs | Type | Display (Meter) |
| 1513 | 12 W | 3.3/4.5/6/7.5/9/12 V (fixed) | 1 A | 1 | Battery Eliminator | None |
| 1621A | 90 W | 0 to 18 V | 0 to 5 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1623A | 90 W | 0 to 60 V | 0 to 1.5 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1627A | 90 W | 0 to 30 V | 0 to 3 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1735A | 90 W | 0 to 30 V | 0 to 3 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1760A | 92 W | 0 to 30 V (A&B),
4 to 6.5 V (C) |
0 to 2 A (A&B), 5 A (C) | 3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1670A | 98.5 W | 0 to 30 V (A), 12 V (B),
5 V (C) |
0 to 3 A (A), 500 mA (B),
500 mA (C) |
3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LCD |
| 9110 | 100 W | 0 to 60 V | 0 to 5 A | 1 | Multi-Ranging CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1550 | 108 W | 1 to 36 V | 0 to 3 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | LCD |
| 1715A | 120 W | 0 to 60 V | 0 to 2 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1671A | 158.5 W | 0 to 30 V (A), 12 V (B),
5 V (C) |
0 to 5 A (A), 500 mA (B),
500 mA (C) |
3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LCD |
| 9111 | 180 W | 0 to 60 V | 0 to 8 A | 1 | Multi-Ranging CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1667 | 198 W | 0 to 60 V | 0 to 3.3 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1665 | 200 W | 0 to 20 V | 0 to 10 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3 1/2-digit LED |
| 1666 | 200 W | 0 to 40 V | 0 to 5 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1672 | 207 W | 0 to 32 V (A&B), 5 V (C) | 0 to 3 A (A&B), 3 A (C) | 3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Quad 3-digit LED |
| 1743B | 210 W | 35 V | 0.25 | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1761 | 242 W | 0 to 35 V (A&B),
2 to 6.5 V (C) |
0 to 3 A (A&B), 5 A (C) | 3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1762 | 266 W | 0 to 60 V (A&B),
2 to 6.5 V (C) |
0 to 2 A (A&B), 5 A (C) | 3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1745A | 350 W | 35 V | 10 A | 1 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Dual 4-digit LED |
| 1673 | 399 W | 0 to 32 V (A&B), 5 V (C) | 0 to 6 A (A&B), 3 A (C) | 3 | CV/CC Mode Supply | Quad 3-digit LED |
| 1692 | 600 W | 15 V | 40 A | 1 | CV Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1693 | 900 W | 15 V | 60 A | 1 | CV Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
| 1694 | 900 W | 30 V | 30 A | 1 | CV Mode Supply | Dual 3-digit LED |
- CV = Constant Voltage
- CC = Constant Current
AC Power Sources
The 9800/B Series offers programmable functions and is suitable for evaluating transformers, TRIACs, SCRs, and passive components as well as production, R&D, service, and pre-compliance testing.
The 9830B Series programmable AC power sources provide high performance and low total harmonic distortion in a 3U form factor. The addition of positive and negative DC offset voltages expands the AC capabilities to operate in DC and AC+DC output coupling modes.
9800/B Series Features
- 0 to 300 V, low distortion AC source with models delivering up to 1500 VA, 12 Arms/48 Apeak
- Displays Vrms, Irms, Ipeak, frequency, PF, apparent power, true power, and elapsed output time
- Adjustable phase angle control
- Built-in PLD and dimmer simulation
- Voltage and frequency sweep mode Pre-compliance testing for voltage dips and frequency simulation according to IEC61000-4-11 / 4-14 / 4-2
9830B Series Features
- AC, DC and AC+DC power source
- Low total harmonic distortion meets the IEC 61000-3-2 standard
- 0.98 power factor at AC input stage
- Comprehensive measurements Vrms, Arms, Vdc, +Apk, -Apk, inrush current, Hz, power factor, apparent power, reactive power, true power, and crest factor
- 3-Phase capability using 3 AC sources and the 3-Phase kit (TL983P-KIT)
Power line disturbance (PLD) simulator
The PLD simulator is an extended feature of list mode that provides the user with more control over the disturbance insertion into the waveform. This can be useful for evaluating a product’s immunity performance. For instance, a user could produce common waveform disturbances like surge, sag, spikes, and dropouts at user-defined locations on the waveform.
3-Phase AC power
Connect multiple 9830B series models for split, 2 and 3 phase testing.
- Supports 3-phase Y configuration
- Full 0º to 360º phase control
- 45 Hz to 600 Hz operating frequency
- Up to 2000 VA / 3000 VA per phase
| Model | Description | Max Power | Max Voltage (rms) | Max Current (rms) | Frequency | AC Input | Interfaces | Other Features |
| 1604A | Isolation Transformer | 155 VA | 117 to 124 V | 1.25 A | – | 110/220 VAC
±10%, 47 to 63 Hz |
– | – |
|
9801/B |
Programmable AC Power Source |
300 VA |
0 to 300 V |
3 A at 150 V,
1.5 A at 300 V |
45 Hz to
500 Hz |
110/220 VAC
±10%, 47 to 63 Hz |
USB, RS232, LAN,
GPIB-opt. |
PLD simulator, list mode, dimmer mode, and sweep function |
|
1655A |
Isolated Variable AC Power Supply |
150 VA |
0 to 150 V |
3 A (continuous), 4 A (intermittent) |
– |
120 VAC, 60 Hz |
– |
Built-in soldering temperature control and expanded leakage scale |
|
9803/B |
Programmable AC Power Source |
750 VA |
0 to 300 V |
6 A at 150 V,
3 A at 300 V |
45 Hz to
500 Hz |
120 VAC, 60 Hz |
USB, RS232, LAN,
GPIB-opt. |
PLD simulator, list mode, dimmer mode, and sweep function |
|
9805/B |
Programmable AC Power Source |
1500 VA |
0 to 300 V |
12 A at 150 V,
6 A at 300 V |
45 Hz to
500 Hz |
120 VAC, 60 Hz |
USB, RS232, LAN,
GPIB-opt. |
PLD simulator, list mode, dimmer mode, and sweep function |
|
9832B |
Programmable AC Power Source |
2000 VA |
0 to 300 V |
0 to 20 A |
45 Hz to
1200 Hz |
190 V to 250 V
47 Hz to 63 Hz |
USB, RS232, GPIB, LAN | PLD simulator, list mode , 3-phase
capable |
|
9833B |
Programmable AC Power Source |
3000 VA |
0 to 300 V |
0 to 30 A |
45 Hz to
1200 Hz |
190 V to 250 V
47 Hz to 63 Hz |
USB, RS232, GPIB, LAN | PLD simulator, list mode , 3-phase
capable |
Solar, Automotive, and LED Applications
Solar Array Simulation (SAS) software
The I-V curve of solar cells can be influenced by various weather conditions such as clouds or rain. The SAS control software allows users to set I-V parameters to simulate static and dynamic MPPT efficiencies under different conditions.
- Variety of input parameters (Voc/Isc/Vmp/Imp/FF/FFv/FFi)
- Monitors real-time voltage, current, power, MPPT efficiency, and average MPPT efficiency
- Simulate I-V curve under different weather conditions during a day
- User-definable irradiance profile
- Generate an I-V curve with up to 1024 data points
- Curve generation based on Sandia Labs and EN50530 test standards
Built-in simulations compliant to automotive test standards
In order to ensure electronic systems used in a vehicle are able to function in an automotive environment, automotive component manufacturers test electronic modules to industry standards. The 9115B-AT provides automotive power test waveforms compliant to DIN 40839 and ISO 16750-2 standards that can simulate common test conditions for electrical and electronic devices installed in automobiles.
Remote Communication Tools
For many of B&K Precision’s programmable power supplies, the following remote communication tools are available:
- PC applications for front panel emulation, test sequencing, or logging measurement data
- Built-in web server to configure, control, or monitor power supplies via a web browser
- NI-certified LabVIEW drivers
Additional Resources
Power Supply Guide
Download our free Power Supply Guide to learn more about different types of power supplies and the technology behind them. The guide also covers related terms, specifications, and usage examples. https://www.bkprecision.com/supportdownloads/power-supply-guide.html
Knowledge Base
Search and find answers to frequently asked questions, plus a wealth of resources: how-to guides, technical notes and other articles. https://bkprecision.force.com/desk/s/
Video Library
View product overviews, demonstrations, and application videos in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. https://www.youtube.com/user/BKPrecisionVideos/videos
GitHub
Find and share programming examples and join our online community on GitHub. https://github.com/bkprecisioncorp
Documents / Resources
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B K PRECISION 2023 Power Supply Selection Guide [pdf] User Guide 2023 Power Supply Selection Guide, 2023, Power Supply Selection Guide, Supply Selection Guide, Selection Guide |
