1696 Programmable DC Switching Power Supply Series

1696 Series: Model 1697

The 1696, 1697, and 1698 Programmable Switching DC Power Supplies use new switching technologies to offer more power at a lower cost than traditional linear power supplies. The RS232 interface allows you to remotely control the power supply or program a sequence of different voltages and current limits that can be used in an automated test application.

  • RS232 interface
  • Data logging capability
  • Output disable
  • Over voltage protection
  • Constant voltage operation
  • Constant current operation (current limiting)
  • Easy-to-use
  • Large easy to read LCD displays
  • RS232 to RS485 Adapter required for RS485 applications

Model Guide
Model 1696 1697 1698
Output Voltage 1-20 V 1-40 V 1-60 V
Output Current 0-10 A 0-5 A 0-3.3 A

    • RS 232 to RS 485 Adaptor
    • Model# ATR-2485

    • RS 485 Adaptor to connect multiple power supplies together on one COM port

    • 30A Hook-up Cable Set
    • Model# TL 30

    • 30 Amp test leads that are ideal for bench power supply applications that require clip termination such as battery charging. Note that the spade lug connector will not connect to power supplies with banana only jacks. The power supply must have a treaded binding post.

      • #10 Spade Lug to Large Battery Clips (Crocodile)
      • 30A rating
      • Black and Red pair
      • 30" (0.75m) length

    • Power Supply Test Leads Set
    • Model# TLPS

    • New accessory kit combines safety and functionality. The highly flexible silicone jacked test leads feature a retractile sheathed banana plug to connect to the Bench Power Supply and a fixed sheath banana plug to protect the user. A complete selection of accessories are included

      • large alligator clips, standard alligator clips, spade lug and banana plug adapters
      • to make your connects easier. For Power Supplies with remote sensing capability, a ready-made lead set also included.

    • USB to Serial (RS232) Adapter
    • Model# USB2RS

    • USB to serial converter to allow the connection of RS232 intstruments to a PC via a USB interface.

      • Supports both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 interface
      • Product that use a Null Modem/Cross cable will need to connect this adapter to the crossed cable
      • Link to USB Driver

VersionNote/DescriptionFile SizeFile Link
N/AOperating Software (Supports Windows(R) 2000/XP)9.06 MBAK169x.zip
N/ACalibration Software (Supports Windows(R) 2000/XP)3.82 MBAK169x_cal.zip
V1.0LabVIEW Driver546.44 KBLV169x.zip
V2.00Calibration Software (Supports Windows(R) 2000/XP)4.64 MBAK169x_cal_V2.00.zip
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