INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
Threaded holes on the bottom (and one side surface on M6, M9, & M13 case sizes) may be used for mounting, or the supply may be rear mounted using the
same holes that attach the rear cover plate. An accessory Mounting Kit (model GB8) is available to enable mounting the power supply when the opposite side
of the mounting surface is inaccessible. DIN rail Mounting Kits are also available.
Even a relatively small amount of air flowing around and through a power supply will significantly reduce the rise in its temperature resulting from operation,
and therefore the temperature of the critical components within it, improving both reliability and stability. Avoid blocking air flow through vented surfaces. If the
perforated bottom of a supply is mounted to a solid surface, use spacers at least 3/16” thick between it and the surface to which it is fastened, to permit
convection air flow, or punch ventilation holes in the mounting surface. Allow free air to circulate around heat sinks. Space at least one inch away from
surrounding objects.
Make all connections before applying AC input power.
THE SENSING TERMINALS MUST BE CONNECTED to the output terminals, either at the barrier strip on the power supply or at the load. Failure to have
the sense terminals connected will affect the output voltage (usually causing it to be higher than the rating of the supply, and unadjustable), and may result in
permanent damage to both the power supply and its load. If voltage drops in the output voltage leads (which degrade regulation) are not objectionable, local
sensing can be used; leave in place the jumpers provided with the power supply on the barrier strip (connecting the +SENS to the +OUT terminal and the -
SENS to the -OUT terminal). However, if the best possible regulation at the load is required, then remove the jumpers and use two additional leads to connect
the sense terminals to the output leads at the load, as shown in the schematic. This configuration permits the power supply to sense and compensate the
voltage actually across the load. Note that remote sensing is capable of compensating only limited wiring drops. The voltage across the load, plus the voltage
drops through the wiring, must be within the output voltage range of the supply for the voltage at the load to remain within the load regulation specification.
For Under/Overvoltage Alarm Contacts Option (model number with “L” suffix): SPDT contacts switch if the power supply's output deviates by; 1.0 volt or
more for 5 volt models, 2.0 volts or more for 6 to 48 volt models, 3.0 volts or more for 50 to 125 volt models. Contact ratings: 120 VAC, 8A / 60 Vdc, 1A. (To
comply with SELV requirements, limit switched voltage to 60Vdc/42 VAC.)
If there is any possibility of voltage from another source (another power supply, a battery, transients, etc) being applied to the power supply’s output terminals,
protect the power supply by using a diode in series with one of the output leads.
Do not attempt to directly parallel the outputs of two power supplies. This would result in current flowing from the higher-set output into the lower-set output,
and probable damage to both circuits. Outputs may be connected in series to obtain a higher voltage provided that a reverse-biased diode, having PIV and
current ratings exceeding the combined output, is used across each output; however, keep in mind that the output current to be drawn cannot exceed the
output current rating of the lowest rated supply used.
Frequent fuse failure is symptomatic of power supply overload, a short circuited output, a tripped overvoltage protector, or power supply failure. Do not
overfuse; this can result in damage to the power supply.
If the AC input power contains large voltage spikes (‘noise’) induced by the
switching of high currents, inductive loads, electro-mechanical components,
etc., the input power leads to the supply should include some means of
transient suppression. Otherwise, a portion of the noise may be coupled
through the supply to the load. Also, the supply could be damaged. The means
of suppression that is easiest to install is a 1 mfd capacitor or a metal oxide
surge suppressor (MOV) across the AC input terminals of the supply. In
extremely severe cases, the use of RF chokes in series with each side of the
line may also be required.
These power supplies operate as constant voltage sources when used at load
current equal to or less than their ratings. If the power supply is overloaded, the
current limit circuit will automatically reduce the output voltage, and it will then
attempt to recover to its normal operating point. Therefore, A TRANSITORY
OVERLOAD RESULTS IN A MOMENTARY DROP IN OUTPUT VOLTAGE.
However, if the overload is still present when the voltage attempts to recover,
the voltage will continue to alternately drop and recover, which will appear as a
sawtooth oscillation of the output. Do not operate the power supply in this
mode; reduce the load so that an output current equal to or less than the rating
of the supply will be drawn.
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SERIES A POWER SUPPLIES
REV4
Applies to -certified models:
SPECIAL MEASURES AND LIMITATIONS
To maintain compliance with the Low Voltage Directive, the following special measures
and limitations must be observed when the product is placed into service:
• CE Marked to Low Voltage Directive.
• Evaluated for use in Pollution Degree 2 environment.
• Intended for connection to Class 1, TN-S power system.
• Models with outputs of 36 volts or less are considered to have SELV outputs.
• Models with outputs greater than 36 volts are considered to have hazardous voltage
outputs and should not be located in an Operator Access area in the end product.
• Models with output ratings less than 240VA are considered to have non-hazardous
energy levels. Models with output ratings of 240VA or greater are considered to have
hazardous energy levels.
• Models without a built-in fuse require an external fuse to be used in the ungrounded
(hot) side of the AC line.
• See catalog for electrical and mechanical specifications.
• Ground terminal must be bonded to protective earth.
• Intended to be installed within end-use equipment.
ALL ACOPIAN
POWER SUPPLIES
MADE IN U.S.A.
8-32 Type F self-tapping screws. They should extend
at least 5/16” (0.312”) into the power supply case.
8-32 threaded holes(4).
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