The Instek GPE-3060 Triple-Channel Linear DC Power Supply delivers 385 watts of output power and features three independent isolated output channels. The GPE-3060 offers CH1/CH2 outputs of 0 to 30V and 0 to 6A. It features CH3 outputs of 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V, and 5.0V at 5A. It can be used in logic circuit locations that require adjustable output voltage or current, or in locations that require tracking mode. The GPE-3060 replaces the existing GPC-3060D model. The new design saves 13% of power with a smaller size and is 44% lighter in weight.

Digital Panel Control

The GPE-3060 linear DC power supply has a built-in digital panel control design. By long pressing and short pressing a single button, it provides efficient and user-friendly OVP (overvoltage protection) function. The OVP function provides overvoltage protection, and the panel lock function prevents voltage/current parameters from being tampered with by a third party to improve the protection of the DUT. The voltage and current setting knobs are changed to Encoder Switches to make the setting more accurate. In addition, the On/Off output button has a backlight display, which makes it easier for users to identify the current operating status of the power supply.

Series/Parallel Operation Function

In addition to the independent output between each channel, the GPE-3060 can perform series/parallel automatic connection tracking function. Through the parallel or series function, the output of the GPE-3060 can be controlled at 30V/12A (parallel) or 60V/6A (series) and this function can be used on CH1/CH2. There are air inlet ducks in front of the panel to efficiently dissipate heat. The temperature controlled fan can effectively reduce fan noise.

High Measurement Resolution

With respect to high resolution, the GPE-3060 provides 10mV/2mA with a readback accuracy of 30mV/10mA. It ensures that the power output is pure and stable. The GPE-3060 adopts a new hybrid power supply design, which can save 13% of power consumption compared with the wattage of the conventional linear power supplies, and the volume and weight are significantly reduced. Users can easily apply it to simulate the DUT with very small voltages or currents. Conventional low-resolution linear DC power supplies cannot achieve this function.

Panel Output On/Off or Remote Control On/Off Function

The GPE-3060 provides the output On/Off function. This function avoids unnecessary damage caused by pre-output when the DUT is connected to the power supply. Users can set the voltage and current parameters in advance and confirm all connections have been completed, and manually execute the output On/Off function through the front panel. Furthermore, it provides a simple analog control function to control external output On/Off through the Remote Control terminal on the rear panel.