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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 Multi-output DC Power Supply...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............... 3 OVERVIEW ................... 9 Introduction ............... 9 Series Lineup / Main Features .......... 12 Principle of Operation ............14 Front Panel Overview ............17 Rear Panel Overview ............25 CV/CC Crossover Characteristics ........26 SETUP ..................
  • Page 4 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English FAQ ..................... 51 APPENDIX ................... 52 Fuse Replacement ............52 Specifications ..............54 Declaration of Conformity ..........57 INDEX ..................58 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    WARNING Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life. Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in CAUTION damage to the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series or to other properties. DANGER High Voltage 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...
  • Page 6 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Attention Refer to the Manual Protective Conductor Terminal Earth (ground) Terminal Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Please use a separate collection facility or contact the supplier from which this instrument was purchased.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Measurement categories) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement categories and their requirements as follows. The RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series falls under category I.  Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the source of low- voltage installation.  Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the building installation.
  • Page 8 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English  Cleaning the Disconnect the power cord before cleaning. device  Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild detergent and water. Do not spray any liquid.  Do not use chemicals or cleaners containing harsh products such as benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Pollution Degree) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their requirements as follows. The RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series falls under degree Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric strength or surface resistivity”.
  • Page 10 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Power cord for the United Kingdom When using the oscilloscope in the United Kingdom, make sure the power cord meets the following safety instructions. NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED...

  • Page 11: Overview

    OVERVIEW VERVIEW This chapter describes the RPE-1326/ 2323/ 3323/ 4323 series in a nutshell, including its main features and front/ rear panel introduction. After going through the overview, follow the Setup chapter (page 28) to properly power up and set operation environment.
  • Page 12 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English definition systems where plus and minus voltages with insignificant error are required. Independent / The three output modes of RPE-2323/3323/4323 series, Series Tracking / independent, series tracking and parallel tracking can be selected through pressing the TRACKING key on the front panel. In the...
  • Page 13 OVERVIEW cross over from CC to CV when the output voltage reaches the target value. For more details about CV/CC mode operation, see page 26. Automatic The front panel display (CH1, CH2) shows the output voltage or current. When operating in the tracking mode, the power supply tracking mode will automatically connect to the auto- tracking mode.

  • Page 14: Series Lineup / Main Features

    Multi-output: RPE-1326: 32V/6A x1; RPE-2323: 32V/3A x2; RPE-3323: 32V/3A x2, 5V/5A x 1 RPE-4323: 32V/3A x2, 5V/1A x1, 15V/1A x1  Coarse and fine Voltage/Current control(RPE-1326)  Output voltage compensation control (RPE-1326)  Function for locking the setting voltage (CH1/CH2) ...
  • Page 15 OVERVIEW  Protection Overload protection  Reverse polarity protection  Inadvertent voltage setting protection  Interface Remote control (Output ON/OFF) 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...

  • Page 16: Principle Of Operation

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Principle of Operation Overview The power supply consists of the following.  AC input circuit  Transformer  Bias power supply including rectifier, filter, pre-regulator and reference voltage source  Main regulator circuit including the main rectifier and filter,...
  • Page 17 OVERVIEW Block diagram AC Input Reference Auxiliary Relay Voltage Rectifier & Control Source Filter Transformer Main Current “OR” Gate Amplifier Rectifier & Comparator Filter Instant Over Voltage Voltage Series Load Amplifier Comparator Regulator Protection Auxiliary The auxiliary rectifiers D120~ D123 provide bias voltage filtered by the capacitors C120 and C121, for the pre-regulators U150 Rectifier and U151.
  • Page 18 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Overvoltage U131 is a comparator which activates when the unit is overloaded and it controls the output of U132 to turn off the output and inform the user. 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...

  • Page 19: Front Panel Overview

    The figure above is the front view of the RPE-4323. For views of other models, please refer to physical device or see the panel overview for the other models on page 24. Display CH1/CH4 parameter display area (parameter settings for the RPE-1326) 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...
  • Page 20 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English CH2/CH3 parameter display area (parameter readings for the RPE-1326) CH3 parameter display area for the RPE-3323 Status display area Output status display Voltmeter Displays output voltage of each channel. RPE-4323: CH1/CH4 and CH2/CH3 RPE-2323/3323: CH1 and CH2...
  • Page 21 OVERVIEW Ammeter Displays output current of each channel. RPE-4323: CH1/CH4 and CH2/CH3 RPE-2323/3323: CH1 and CH2 RPE-1326: Current setting/ readback 3 digits:   4 digits:    G P E -4 3 2 3    CV/CC/OVP...
  • Page 22 When output is ON, you can view the voltage/ value current setting value depending on the channel be   selected. The RPE-1326 display both reading and  setting values simultaneously without pressing this  function key. When the output is on, you can view the voltage/current setting depending on which channel is selected.
  • Page 23   CH3/CH4 Sets the voltage for the RPE-4323.    G P E -1 3 2 6 Single Channel Sets the RPE-1326 voltage and current. It has         coarse and fine adjustment features. The fine- ...
  • Page 24        RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English   View setting When the output is ON, you can view the   value/ Key lock voltage/current settings of each channel by  pressing this key. The corresponding channel will ...
  • Page 25                The RPE-1326 Output voltage and current     Output terminal     The RPE-1326 Remote sense terminals Sense terminal  ...
  • Page 26             RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Front views of the other three models:      G P E - 3 3 2 3    ...

  • Page 27: Rear Panel Overview

    OVERVIEW Rear Panel Overview                                     ...

  • Page 28: Cv/Cc Crossover Characteristics

    CV mode When the current level is smaller than the output setting, the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series operates in Constant Voltage mode. The CV indicator for the corresponding channel appears on the LCD. The Voltage level is kept at the setting and the Current level fluctuates according to the load condition until it reaches the output current setting.
  • Page 29 OVERVIEW Vout Diagram Vmax Constant Voltage Constant Current Iout Imax 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...

  • Page 30: Setup

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English ETUP This chapter describes how to properly power up and configure the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series before operation. Power Up G P E -1 3 2 6   Select AC Before powering up the power supply, select ...

  • Page 31: Load Cable Connection

    SETUP Load Cable Connection Standard 1. Turn the terminal counterclockwise and accessories loosen the screw. (GTL-104A， 2. Insert the cable terminal. GTL-105A) 3. Turn the terminal clockwise and tighten the screw. Banana plug Insert the plug into the socket. Wire type When using load cables other than the attached, make sure they have enough current capacity for minimizing cable loss and load line impedance.

  • Page 32: Output On/Off

       G P E -1 3 2 6  RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English      G P E -1 3 2 6    Output On/Off     Panel operation Press the Output key to turn on all outputs in ...

  • Page 33: Select Ch1/Ch2 Series Or Parallel Mode

    SETUP Select CH1/CH2 series or parallel mode Background / When you need to output a higher voltage or current through the Connection RPE-2323/3323/4323 series can be connected in series or parallel to achieve it. When connecting in series, the output voltage is twice than that of a single channel.

  • Page 34: Switch Between Channels

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Switch between Channels Background / This feature is only available for the RPE-4323.The voltage and    Connection current settings and readback values for 2 channels can be   G P E -4 3 2 3 ...

  • Page 35: Setting Voltage Lock From Front Panel

       G P E -4 3 2 3  Background / The lock function of the RPE-1326/ 2323/ 3323/ 4323 series can   Connection be used when you need to keep the output voltage constant to ...

  • Page 36: Set The Output State At Startup

    Through the following steps, you can set the output state of the    G P E - 4 3 2 3  Connection RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series at its next startup. There are     two choices, ON and OFF available for selection. ...

  • Page 37: Set The Displayed Digit Resolution For The Voltage/Current

    G P E - 4 3 2 3  voltage/current      Background / RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series can set the displayed   Connection  digit resolution for the voltage and current settings/readings to 3   G P E - 4 3 2 3 ...

  • Page 38: Remote Control Setting

          RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English      Remote Control Setting   Background / Through the "Remote Control" terminal, the RPE- Connection 1326/2323/3323/4323 series can turn the power on or off. ...

  • Page 39: Operation

    OPERATION PERATION CH1/CH2 Independent Mode Background / CH1 and CH2 outputs work independent of each other. Connection    RPE-4323                    ...
  • Page 40      G P E -3 3 2 3  RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English      Panel operation 1. Make sure the Series/Parallel key is not activated (both the SER and PARA icons are off).
  • Page 41  G P E -1 3 2 6    OPERATION     5. Press the Output key to turn on the output. The  Output key will be lit and the ON icon will appear on the LCD display. The CV or CC icon appears on the LCD to indicate the output ...

  • Page 42: Ch3 Independent Mode

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English CH3 Independent Mode    RPE-4323                             ...
  • Page 43     OPERATION       For RPE-4323:    G P E -4 3 2 3   Use the voltage and current knobs to set    the voltage and current. ...

  • Page 44: Ch4 Independent Mode

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English CH4 Independent Mode Background / The mode is used only for the RPE-4323 Connection    RPE-4323                  ...
  • Page 45     OPERATION      G P E -4 3 2 3    2. Use the voltage knobs to set the voltage   and current.       G P E -1 3 2 6 ...

  • Page 46: Ch1/Ch2 Series Tracking Mode

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English CH1/CH2 Series Tracking Mode Background Series tracking operation allows the RPE-2323/3323/4323 to combine the output by internally connecting CH1 (Master) and CH2 (Slave) in series. CH1 (Master) controls the combined output voltage/current level which is set independently.
  • Page 47 OPERATION      G P E -3 3 2 3   1. Press the Series/Parallel key to activate the  series tracking mode. The SER icon will be lit    on the LCD display. 2.
  • Page 48 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Output voltage Double the reading on the CH1 voltage meter. level Output current CH1 meter reading shows the output current. level Series Tracking with Common Terminal Connection    RPE-4323     ...
  • Page 49 OPERATION 2. Connect the load to the front panel terminals, CH1+ & CH2−. Use the CH1 (−) terminal as the common line connection. Common     3. Use the CH1 voltage knob to set the master   &...
  • Page 50 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English CH1 (Master) CH1 meter reading shows the output current. current level 8. Refer to the CH1/CH2 meter and CH2 indicators for the output level and CV/CC status. CH2 (Slave) The CH2 meter reading shows the output voltage level voltage.

  • Page 51: Ch1/Ch2 Parallel Tracking Mode

    OPERATION CH1/CH2 Parallel Tracking Mode Background / Parallel tracking operation allows the RPE-2323/3323/4323 to Connection combine the output by internally connecting CH1 (Master) and CH2 (Slave) in parallel. CH1 (Master) controls the combined output voltage/current level.    RPE-4323 ...
  • Page 52 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English        G P E -1 3 2 6 3. Use the CH1 voltage and current knobs to  set the output voltage and current. CH2     control function is disabled.

  • Page 53: Faq

    Q3. The specifications do not match the real accuracies. A3. Make sure that the power supply is powered on for at least 30 minutes, within +20°C ~ +30°C. For more information, contact your local dealer or RS PRO. 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...

  • Page 54: Appendix

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English PPENDIX Fuse Replacement 1. Take off the power cord and remove the fuse socket using a Steps minus driver. 2. Replace the fuse in the holder. 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...
  • Page 55 APPENDIX  Rating 100V/120V:T6.3A/250V  220V/230V:T3.15A/250V 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...

  • Page 56: Specifications

    RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English Specifications The specifications apply when the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series are powered on for at least 30 minutes under +20°C – +30°C. Output Ratings CH1/CH2 0 ~ 32V / 0 ~ 3A Independent 0 ~ 32V / 0 ~ 6A(RPE-1326)
  • Page 57 ± (0.1% of reading + 200mV)(3digits) Accuracy Current: ± (0.3% of reading + 6mA)(4digits) ± (0.3% of reading + 20mA)(3digits) (RPE-1326) ± (0.3% of reading + 10mA)(4digits) (RPE-1326) ± (0.3% of reading + 20mA)(3digits) CH3 on the Output Voltage 5V, ±5%...
  • Page 58 RPE-1326: GTL-104A x1 ,GTL-105A x1 RPE-2323: GTL-104A x2 RPE-3323: GTL-104A x3 RPE-4323: GTL-104A x2 ,GTL-105A x2 Test lead: European RPE-1326: GTL-204A x 1 , GTL-203A x 1 RPE-2323: GTL-204A x 2 RPE-3323: GTL-204A x 3 RPE-4323: GTL-204A x 2 , GTL-203A x 2 Dimensions...

  • Page 59: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity We declare that the below mentioned product Type of Product: DC Power Supply Model Number: RPE-1326, RPE-2323, RPE-3323, RPE-4323 satisfies all the technical relations application to the product within the scope of council: Directive: 2014/30/EU; 2014/35/EU; 2011/65/EU/ 2012/19/EU...
  • Page 60 RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English NDEX Automatic out off ......30 Environment Banana plug ........29 Operation ........6 Caution symbol ........ 3 Specification ....... 56 CC/CV ..........41 Storage ......... 7 CC/CV indicator ......43 Front panel Cleaning the instrument ....6 Lock (manual) ......

  • Page 61: Index

    INDEX Independent........ 37 Socket overview ......25 Parallel Tracking ......49 Specification ....... 56 Series Tracking ......44 Protective ground symbol ....4 Specifications ......54 remote output control Output current setting terminal overview ......25 Manual ........38 Service operation Output on/off About disassembly .......
  • Page 62 Some states or countries laws vary, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. For full terms and conditions, refer to the RS PRO website. 13/10/2016 Version No. 001...
  • Page 63 INDEX Africa RS Components SA P.O. Box 12182, Vorna Valley,1686 20 Indianapolis Street, Kyalami Business Park, Kyalami, Midrand, South Africa Asia RS Components Ltd. Suite 1601, Level 16, Tower 1, Kowloon Commerce Centre, 51 Kwai Cheong Road, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong China RS Components Ltd.

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