Power Supplies
Learn all about the power supply: modular and built-in devices that deliver electricity to the PLC backplane and modules, and learn the difference between control and field device power delivery. Nearly every electronic device has some form of conversion from line voltage down to an appropriate voltage and form for its own use. Cell phones … Read more
Linear and switch-mode power supplies provide direct current to power control components and electrical devices. Learn about the differences between the two power supplies and which one is best for your control system. Power Supplies in Industry Alternating current (AC) power is created in a generator or alternator and continuously switches polarity as the generator … Read more
Whether using an industrial DIN-rail power supply or a linear supply for an audio application, these devices have the potential to fail. Although there can be several reasons, there are a few simple (and some not-so-simple) methods of testing a power supply for proper functionality. Locating the faults in a system so often seem to … Read more
This article discusses the proper steps for testing the supply for proper function. Whether you’re using an industrial DIN-rail power supply or a linear supply for an audio application, these devices can fail. There are a few simple and some not-so-simple methods of testing a power supply for proper functionality. Locating the faults in a system … Read more