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Old 05-22-2016, 10:10 PM
 
Location: SC
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Can anyone recommend a bench test power supply for about $50-$100 that can be used for testing automotive circuits and other small projects?

At this time i need to figure out what is wrong with a speedometer / odometer.
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Old 05-23-2016, 12:16 AM
 
Location: South Central Texas
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Old 05-23-2016, 05:57 AM
 
Location: SC
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Thank you. I have viewed those models on various sites. Do you have any experience with them? Do you recommend them?
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Old 05-23-2016, 06:53 AM
 
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If you are working on electronics, you need a power supply that will limit current and display current draw. However they are way more expensive.
In my shop I have 8 Rigol DP 832's Cant live without them. They run about $450. You can find them used from time to time for $250

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Old 05-23-2016, 07:18 AM
 
Location: Billings, MT
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Look here:

Powerwerx SPS-30DM DC Power Power Supplies Variable

This type of power supply is used by Amateur Radio operators to power sensitive receiver/transmitters. HRO has many different brands and models, from under $200 to over $1000.
Good luck in your search.
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Old 07-30-2016, 05:19 AM
 
Location: Piney Flats
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I know this is an old thread but try a power supply salvaged from an old computer I made one for my bench, you will have 12 5 3.3 and a -1 port. Look on YouTube for how to build. Can provide about .5amp before is shuts down.
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Old 07-30-2016, 06:05 AM
 
Location: Coastal Mid-Atlantic
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I use this one for my projects and troubleshooting. Its not high dollar, I didnt need that. Just a decent 12 volt power source. This is a 10amp constant and 12amp surge. Shop around and get the functions you need. Seems to work ok for my needs.
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