Excelsys Introduces New Configurable Power Supply

Excelsys Technologies introduced its powerKit, a 1U modular power supply development kit. The kit is specifically intended for use in a system development environment, where the entire system’s power needs – output voltages and currents – change as the system configuration changes during the development process.

The powerKit allows system design engineers to easily configure the exact output voltages and currents their application requires without lengthy design cycles and manufacturers prototype development or Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) charges. Part of the Xgen series of multi-output, high power density power supply family, the powerKit contains an appropriately-rated powerPac chassis and 1U enclosure, seven powerMod dc output modules, an Xgen designer’s manual, parallel and series links for joining modules together, a voltage adjustment tool and even the correct sized posi-screwdriver for assembling the required modules.

To configure the required prototype system, all the designer has to do is fit the required powerMod output modules to the powerPac chassis, adjust the output voltage, select the required type of current limiting and set point and connect up. The output modules may be connected in series and parallel to further extend powerKit’s capabilities. Once the system development is complete, Excelsys will provide production units configured and fully tested to the end users own, pre-determined specifications.

Application specific powerKits are available for medical systems, hi-temperature installations, low acoustic noise environments as well as standard industrial applications. Models are available with output power of 600, 900 and 1200W and with slots for either four or six powerMod output modules. All configurations meet required international safety agency approvals.

Standard powerKit features include 1U format, up to 1200W output power at up to 90% efficiency, standard nominal output voltages from 1.5 to 58Vdc, straight line or foldback current limit, output inhibit/enable control and local or remote adjustment. Typical applications include, medical systems, industrial control and instrumentation, n+1 and redundant power systems, test and measurement equipment, telecomms and IT power.

The powerKits are currently available, with prices starting at $1200 each.