How to Choose the Right Bench DC Power Supply
Power supplies are more than just voltage and power ratings. Understanding the different types of power supplies and their operating characteristics will help you choose the right power supply for your application.
Presented by: Diana Mendez, Teledyne LeCroy Product Marketing Engineer
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Part 1: Understanding Different Types of Power Supplies
Date: September 3, 2025
Time: 11AM | 2PM Eastern
Duration: 60 mins including live Q&A
In this webinar we describe the difference between a linear and a switch-mode DC power supply and describe the different types of operating characteristics in both types of DC power supplies.
Topics to be covered in this webinar:
- Basic components of any DC power supply
- Types of DC power supplies
- Programmable vs. non-programmable
- Line voltage settings
- Use scenarios
- Intro to specifications
Who should attend? Design engineers who are using DC power supplies.
What will attendees learn? The basic differences between power supplies and what kind of power supply to use in a variety of use scenarios.
Part 2: Understanding DC Power Supply Specifications
Date: November 12, 2025
Time: 11AM | 2PM Eastern
Duration: 60 mins including live Q&A
In this webinar we explain the different DC power supply specifications and how to interpret them in the context of your usage scenario.
Topics to be covered in this webinar:
- Specification overview
- Channels and max power
- Constant voltage/current
- Line/load regulation
- Ripple and noise
- Set and read accuracy
Who should attend? Design engineers who are using DC power supplies.
What will attendees learn? How to understand the performance a DC power supply will deliver based on a correct interpretation of the specifications.