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Cheap 30V/5A Power Supply Any Good?
Posted: Sat Jan 25, 2014 2:58 pm
by georgio
hi - beginning to build up my euipment again after a break of many years.
looking at a cheap psu shown below - around £60

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however i heard they can seriously "spike" on/off - anyone comment, recommend or advise?
cheers
Re: Cheap 30V/5A Power Supply Any Good?
Posted: Mon Jan 27, 2014 11:36 pm
by Biomed
You get what you pay for I suppose although some of the cheaper units, of Chinese origin for example, can perform quite well.
I don't know your intended use but I've always found the 2 x output power supplies more useful especially when you need dual power supply rails. Worth considering?
If it's from a reputable supplier and has a decent warranty then you can always send it back if you aren't happy.
Re: Cheap 30V/5A Power Supply Any Good?
Posted: Wed Jan 29, 2014 2:54 am
by georgio
many thanks for your reply - x 2 inputs is a great idea but unfortunately my budget is limited - i'll chance the cheapo & see how it performs particularly wrt "spiking" - will post later when received & tested - cheers