{"id":3642,"date":"2018-03-19T11:00:16","date_gmt":"2018-03-19T18:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.circuitspecialists.com\/blog\/?p=3642"},"modified":"2021-02-12T09:38:39","modified_gmt":"2021-02-12T16:38:39","slug":"best-benchtop-power-supply-hobbyists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.circuitspecialists.com\/blog\/best-benchtop-power-supply-hobbyists\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Benchtop Power Supply for Hobbyists"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Benchtop power supplies are tools that provide direct current (DC) voltage to other devices being tested. Although typically used by electrical engineers for testing and measuring circuit systems, they are commercially available for anyone to purchase\u2014no licenses or certificates required.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On that note, plenty of casual engineers and hobbyists use<\/span> benchtop power supplies<\/span><\/a> for amateur, informal projects\u2014think ham radios, DIY electronics repair, and the like.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re one of these hobbyists or you\u2019re thinking of getting a power supply for a hobbyist that you know, we highly recommend the following seven units from Circuit Specialists. They\u2019re all casual commercial models that are cost-efficient and reasonably priced.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rather than go for the large professional-grade units that have features and capabilities completely unnecessary for amateur home projects, why not check out some of the best benchtop power supplies for hobbyists that we\u2019ve listed below?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I.<\/b> CSI25SW-D Benchtop Switching Power Supply<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This powerful benchtop unit is a compact but fully regulated switching power supply with adjustable voltage. Capable of providing up to 25 amps output, this high current model can run either a fixed 13.8 volts or between 3 and 15 volts (user-selectable). Its two DC voltage operating modes also make it quite flexible.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internally shielded and solidly built, this benchtop power supply was designed for durability and reliability. It comes with internal protection for constant current, over-temperature thermal, and output overvoltage. The variable voltage output can be controlled via the front panel. The unit itself has an excellent line and load regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, the CSI25SW-D is a powerful yet lightweight piece of tech, highly recommended for use with radio equipment, mobile electronics, and high-powered car stereos.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n