PSC18 Modular Power Supply Controller
| Origin | UK |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Origin Category | Imported |
| Model | PSC18 |
| Pricing | Upon Request |
Overview
The PSC18 Modular Power Supply Controller is a precision-engineered, rack-mountable control unit designed for integration into automated laboratory and industrial test systems requiring stable, programmable DC power regulation. Built to meet the demanding requirements of metrology-grade instrumentation, the PSC18 operates on a modular architecture—enabling flexible configuration of voltage/current setpoints, real-time feedback monitoring, and synchronized triggering with external measurement devices such as data acquisition systems, spectrometers, or particle analyzers. Its core functionality is grounded in closed-loop digital PID control, ensuring high reproducibility of output parameters across extended operational cycles. The controller does not generate power itself; rather, it regulates and coordinates external DC power modules (e.g., programmable bench supplies or OEM power bricks) via industry-standard analog (0–10 V, ±10 V) and digital (RS-485, Modbus RTU) interfaces. This design decouples control logic from power conversion—enhancing thermal stability, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and long-term calibration integrity.
Key Features
- Modular control architecture supporting up to 8 independently configurable power channels via optional expansion modules
- Digital setpoint resolution of 16-bit per channel, enabling sub-millivolt and sub-microampere command precision
- Real-time telemetry logging at up to 1 kHz sampling rate for voltage, current, temperature, and status flags
- Front-panel OLED display with intuitive menu navigation and dual-role encoder knob for local adjustment or diagnostics
- Embedded web server (HTTP/HTTPS) and RESTful API for remote configuration, firmware updates, and status polling
- Rack-mount 19″ 1U chassis with forced-air cooling, conformal-coated PCBs, and reinforced I/O connectors rated for >50,000 mating cycles
- Compliance with IEC 61000-6-2 (immunity) and IEC 61000-6-4 (emission) for industrial environments
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The PSC18 is not a sample-handling device and therefore has no direct sample interaction; its role is strictly system-level power orchestration. It is compatible with third-party DC power sources conforming to IEC 61326-1 (electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use) and supports interoperability with instruments certified under ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration frameworks. When deployed in regulated environments—including pharmaceutical QC labs or aerospace component testing—the PSC18’s audit-ready event log (with timestamped user actions, parameter changes, and fault events) supports adherence to FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when paired with validated software clients. All firmware revisions undergo traceable version control and are documented per ISO 9001:2015 design change protocols.
Software & Data Management
The PSC18 ships with PSC Control Suite—a cross-platform application (Windows/macOS/Linux) offering scripting support (Python API bindings), batch sequence definition, and GLP-compliant electronic lab notebook (ELN) export (CSV, JSON, and XML formats). Data files include embedded metadata: instrument ID, firmware revision, UTC timestamps with NTP synchronization capability, and cryptographic hash (SHA-256) for file integrity verification. Audit trails are immutable once generated and retain full traceability of operator login sessions, parameter edits, and emergency stop activations. Optional integration with LabVantage LIMS or Thermo Fisher SampleManager is supported through certified ODBC and HL7 interfaces.
Applications
- Automated aging tests of photodetectors and laser diodes under controlled bias conditions
- Synchronization of multi-source excitation in time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy setups
- Power sequencing in semiconductor wafer probe stations during parametric testing
- Regulated current ramping for accelerated life testing of electrochemical sensors
- Stabilized bias delivery in cryogenic magnetotransport measurements (4 K–300 K range)
- Integration into ISO 17025-certified calibration laboratories for automated verification of multimeters and source-measure units
FAQ
Does the PSC18 include built-in power conversion circuitry?
No. The PSC18 is a controller only—it requires external DC power modules connected via dedicated analog/digital I/O ports.
Can the PSC18 operate standalone without a host PC?
Yes. All control logic, sequencing, and logging functions execute onboard; a PC is required only for initial configuration or advanced analysis.
Is firmware update capability available over the network?
Yes. Secure HTTPS-based firmware updates are supported, with signature verification and rollback protection.
What safety certifications does the PSC18 hold?
It carries CE marking per EMC and LVD directives, and complies with UL 61010-1 for electrical safety in laboratory equipment.
How is calibration traceability maintained?
Each unit ships with a factory calibration certificate referencing NPL (UK) standards; field recalibration is performed using NIST-traceable reference meters via the front-panel metrology port.
