Cost-effective range of plug-in desktop power supplies for medical applications

A new range of plug-in and desktop power supplies, including units that come with approvals for use in medical applications, has been introduced by RS Components. Designed for use in medical equipment, the products have low leakage current <100uA, two MOPP input to output isolation, and are suitable for BF applications.

All the new power supplies offer universal input voltages and are double insulated, feature short circuit and overload protection, and offer low standby power consumption. Fully compliant with medical IEC60601-1 and ITE IEC90950-1 safety approvals, the single-output supplies are fitted with standard 2.1mm x 5.5mm x 11mm DC output connectors.

The plug-in power supplies are available in voltage outputs of 5VDC, 9VDC, 12VDC and 24VDC, and a range of power ratings including 6W, 18W and 24W units. They are supplied with four interchangeable mains plug-heads for use in UK, Europe, USA, Japan and Australia.

The series features a standard C14 input socket. The single-output switch-mode supplies are available in various voltage output and power ratings, including 5V/20W, 12V/30W, 24V/30W, 12V/63W and 24V/63W.

The range offers the value for money and high quality, tTargeting diverse applications including single board computers, wireless communications, peripherals, portable equipment such as tablets and smartphones, as well as telecoms and networking equipment.