Mean Well power supply for my usage
I've been reading old threads for a couple of hours. I'm fairly sure a Mean Well p.s. can do what I want to do, but I'd appreciate if one of you early adopters can point me to a specific model, etc. ...
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If you only plan to us it for bulk and abs, I suggest you consider the mega watt s-400-12. It has a lower voltage range than the mean wells, but dollar for dollar it offers good value in the way of amps.
$60 mega watt vs $85 mean well
otoh, if you plan to EQ your batts occasionally, you would be best to go with the mean well 600-15 and its 16.5v range.
Keep in mind, however, you will have no control over current, in either case.
http://www.12voltpowersupplies.us/
http://www.meanwell.com/search/se-600/SE-600-spec.pdf
Not sure if 120v input current draw is an issue for you? That could affect your decision, as well.
Note: If your batteries are AGM, the mega watt will have more than a sufficient voltage range for all your needs. And AGM's can handle a lot of current during boost and abs, so an even higher amp charger would cut down on gen time considerably. The best price I have found on an adjustable voltage (higher amp) PSU is the Turnigy 1080w 60 amper, at about $130 u.s. And it has 4 outputs, so at least some control over output current. Mine just arrived today, and it appears to be well built. I will be giving it a go in a few days, and will report the results.
RESULTS: she's a no good! over current protection kicks in at power on.
$60 mega watt vs $85 mean well
otoh, if you plan to EQ your batts occasionally, you would be best to go with the mean well 600-15 and its 16.5v range.
Keep in mind, however, you will have no control over current, in either case.
http://www.12voltpowersupplies.us/
http://www.meanwell.com/search/se-600/SE-600-spec.pdf
Not sure if 120v input current draw is an issue for you? That could affect your decision, as well.
Note: If your batteries are AGM, the mega watt will have more than a sufficient voltage range for all your needs. And AGM's can handle a lot of current during boost and abs, so an even higher amp charger would cut down on gen time considerably. The best price I have found on an adjustable voltage (higher amp) PSU is the Turnigy 1080w 60 amper, at about $130 u.s. And it has 4 outputs, so at least some control over output current. Mine just arrived today, and it appears to be well built. I will be giving it a go in a few days, and will report the results.
RESULTS: she's a no good! over current protection kicks in at power on.
