Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual
RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323
Multi-output DC Power Supply
EN
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 ........................................................................................ 28
Power Up ........................................................................ 28
Load Cable Connection .................................................... 29
Output On/Off .................................................................. 30
Select CH1/CH2 series or parallel mode ........................... 31
Switch between Channels ................................................ 32
Setting Voltage Lock from Front Panel .............................. 33
Set the output state at startup ........................................... 34
Set the displayed digit resolution for the voltage/current .... 35
Remote Control Setting .................................................... 36
OPERATION ................................................................................ 37
CH1/CH2 Independent Mode ............................................ 37
CH3 Independent Mode .................................................... 40
CH4 Independent Mode .................................................... 42
CH1/CH2 Series Tracking Mode ....................................... 44
CH1/CH2 Parallel Tracking Mode ...................................... 49
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FAQ ............................................................................................. 51
APPENDIX ................................................................................... 52
Fuse Replacement ........................................................... 52
Specifications ................................................................... 54
Declaration of Conformity ................................................. 57
INDEX ......................................................................................... 58
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter contains important safety instructions that you must
follow when operating the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series and
when keeping it in storage. Read the following before any
operation to insure your safety and to keep the best condition for
the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series.
Safety Symbols
These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the RPE-

1326/2323/3323/4323 series.
WARNING Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

injury or loss of life.
CAUTION Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

damage to the RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series or to other
properties.
DANGER High Voltage
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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.
Safety Guidelines
General  Do not place any heavy object on the device.

Guidelines  Avoid severe impacts or rough handling that leads to damaging
CAUTION the device.
 Do not discharge static electricity to the device.
 Do not block or obstruct the cooling fan vent opening.
 Do not perform measurement at circuits directly connected to

Mains (see note below).
 Do not disassemble the device unless you are qualified as

service personnel.
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(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.
 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the circuits directly

connected to the low voltage installation.
 Measurement category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly

connected to Mains.
Power Supply  AC Input voltage:

100V/120V/220V±10%, 230VAC +10%/-6%, 50/60Hz
WARNING
 Connect the protective grounding conductor of the AC power
cord to an earth ground, to avoid electrical shock.
Fuse  Fuse type:

100V/120V: T6.3A/250V
WARNING
220V/230V: T3.15A/250V
 Make sure the correct type of fuse is installed before power up.
 To ensure fire protection, replace the fuse only with the

specified type and rating.
 Disconnect the power cord before fuse replacement.
 Make sure the cause of fuse blowout is fixed before fuse

replacement.
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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.
Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free, almost non-

Environment conductive pollution (note below)
 Relative Humidity: < 80%
 Altitude: < 2000m
 Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
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(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
2.
Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized

gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric strength or surface resistivity”.
 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs.

The pollution has no influence.
 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs.

Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must
be expected.
 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-conductive

pollution occurs which becomes conductive due to condensation which is
expected. In such conditions, equipment is normally protected against
exposure to direct sunlight, precipitation, and full wind pressure, but neither
temperature nor humidity is controlled.
Storage  Location: Indoor

environment  Relative Humidity: < 70%
 Temperature: −10°C to 70°C
Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted municipal waste.

Please use a separate collection facility or contact the supplier
from which this instrument was purchased. Please make sure
discarded electrical waste is properly recycled to reduce
environmental impact.
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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

IMPORTANT: The wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green/ Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live (Phase)
As the colours of the wires in main leads may not correspond with the coloured
marking identified in your plug/appliance, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green & Yellow must be connected to the Earth terminal
marked with either the letter E, the earth symbol or coloured Green/Green &
Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Blue or Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal marked with
the letter L or P or coloured Brown or Red.
If in doubt, consult the instructions provided with the equipment or contact the
supplier.
This cable/appliance should be protected by a suitably rated and approved HBC
mains fuse: refer to the rating information on the equipment and/or user instructions
2
for details. As a guide, a cable of 0.75mm should be protected by a 3A or 5A fuse.
Larger conductors would normally require 13A types, depending on the connection
method used.
Any exposed wiring from a cable, plug or connection that is engaged in a live socket
is extremely hazardous. If a cable or plug is deemed hazardous, turn off the mains
power and remove the cable, any fuses and fuse assemblies. All hazardous wiring
must be immediately destroyed and replaced in accordance to the above standard.
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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
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.
Introduction
Overview The RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series regulated DC power
supply series are light weight, adjustable, multifunctional work
stations. The RPE-1326 has a single independent adjustable
voltage output (Coarse and fine). The remote voltage
compensation function is activated for large changes in current
output. The RPE-2323 has a 2 independent adjustable voltage
outputs. The RPE-3323 has three independent outputs: two with
adjustable voltage levels and one with fixed level 5V. The RPE-
4323 has four independent voltage outputs that are all fully
adjustable. The series can be used for logic circuits where various
output voltage or current are needed, and for tracking mode
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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
Parallel Tracking through pressing the TRACKING key on the front panel. In the
independent mode, the output voltage and current of each
channel are controlled separately. In the tracking modes, both the
CH1 and CH2 outputs are automatically connected in series or
parallel. CH1 is master and CH2 is slave; no need to connect
output leads. In the series mode, the output voltage is doubled; in
the parallel mode, the output current is doubled. The isolation
degree, from output terminal to chassis or from output terminal to
output terminal, is 500V
Constant Each output channel works in constant voltage (CV) or constant

Voltage/ current (CC) mode. Even at the maximum output current, a fully
Constant rated, continuously adjustable output voltage is provided. For a
Current big load, the power supply can be used as a CV source; while for
a small load, a CC source. When in the CV mode (independent or
tracking mode), output current (overload or short circuit) can be
controlled via the front panel. When in the CC mode (independent
mode only), the maximum (ceiling) output voltage can be
controlled via the front panel. The power supply will automatically
cross over from CV to CC operation when the output current
reaches the target value. The power supply will automatically
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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
tracking mode current. When operating in the tracking mode, the power supply
will automatically connect to the auto- tracking mode. For more
details about CH1/CH2 Series Tracking Mode, see page 44
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Series Lineup / Main Features
Main Features
Performance  Low noise: Temperature controlled cooling fan
 Compact size, light weight
Operation  Constant Voltage / Constant Current operation
 Series Tracking / Parallel Tracking operation
 Output On/Off control
 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)
 Output voltage/ current setting view
 Set the displayed digit resolution for the voltage & current
output.
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Protection  Overload protection
 Reverse polarity protection
 Inadvertent voltage setting protection
Interface  Remote control (Output ON/OFF)
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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,

series regulator, current comparator, voltage comparator,
reference voltage amplifier, remote device and relay control
circuit
The block diagram below shows the CH1 circuit arrangement.

The single phase input power is connected to the transformer
through the input circuit. Details of each part are described in the
next page.
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Block diagram
AC Input
Reference Auxiliary
Relay
Voltage Rectifier &
Control
Source Filter
Transformer
Main
Current
“OR” Gate Amplifier Rectifier &
Comparator
Filter
O/P
Instant Over
Voltage Voltage Series
Load
Amplifier Comparator Regulator
Protection
Auxiliary The auxiliary rectifiers D120~ D123 provide bias voltage filtered
Rectifier by the capacitors C120 and C121, for the pre-regulators U150
and U151. They provide a regulated voltage for other modules.
Main Rectifier The main rectifier is a full wave bridge rectifier. It provides the
power after the rectifier is filtered by the capacitor C101, and then
regulated via a series-wound regulator, which is finally delivered
to the output terminal.
Current Limiter U151 is a comparator amplifier which compares the reference

voltage to the feedback voltage, and then delivers it to Q151,
which then calibrates the output voltage.
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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.
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Front Panel Overview

LCD CH1 Current Knob CH1 Voltage Knob
CH1/CH2 Mode Setting
CH2 Voltage
 
 Knob
 RPE-4323  

CH2 Current

Knob
   CH2/CH3
Toggle Key
 
CH1/CH4
 
Toggle Key
CH4 Voltage
  Knob
CH3 Voltage
 
Knob
   
 
 
 
 
 

Output Key
View setting
GND Terminal value/ Key
Power CH4 Output CH1 Output CH2 Output CH3 Output lock
Switch
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)
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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
RPE-1326: Voltage setting/readback
3 digits:
4 digits:
CH3 display：
(RPE-3323)
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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 You can view the constant current, constant voltage
indicators for or OVP status for CH1 or CH4, depending
 on

CH1/4 which CH1 (① icon appears on the


leaf-hand side of the LCD display.) or CH4 
(④) is
 
selected. Each state is valid only when the output
 

G P E -4 3 2 is
3 ON. When 
output is OFF, the display
is turns off.
  

CV/CC/OVP You can view the constant current, constant voltage
 
indicators for or OVP status for CH2 or CH3, depending
 on

CH2/3  which

CH2 (② icon appears on the
 
 
 
 
leaf-hand side of the LCD display.) or CH3 (③) is
  
 selected. Each state

is valid only

when the output 

is ON. When output is OFF, the display is turns off.
 
 
   

 
 
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   

RPE-1326/X323 Series Instruction Manual/English 
 
G P E -4 3 2 3 


View setting 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. The RPE-1326 displays both 
the reading and the setting values simultaneously

 
without pressing this function key.

  
 
Channel ①②③④ 
Indicates the currently selected channel. The RPE- 
indicator 1326 doesn’t have



such display.
 


Output status of When the output current is over range, the

CH3 in the RPE- overloaded indicator Overload will be lit on the LCD
3323 display.
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Control Panel
   
   
 
 
CH1/CH2 


 Sets the voltage/current for the RPE-
   2323/3323/4323.
   

 

   
CH3/CH4 Sets the voltage for the RPE-4323.
 

Single Channel
G P E -1 3 2 6 
Sets the RPE-1326 voltage and current. It has
 
   

 coarse and fine adjustment features. The fine-


 
tune range is about 1/10th of the present setting
 

value.
 



CH1/3 and  Views the channel settings or readback values for

CH2/4 RPE-4323 voltage/current. Press the CH1/3 or


 
CH2/4 key to toggle the view for the corresponding


  channels in the display.

  

  
  
 
Parallel/Series  Activates parallel/series tracking operation. For
 


Keys


  details, see page 44. The corresponding channel
will be displayed on the LCD display. The RPE-
1326 doesn’t have this function.
 
 
  

 
 
 
  
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  
 
 
 
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


  G P E -1 3 2 6  
 be displayed on the LCD display. Press and hold
 
 

 
the key to lock and unlock the panel keys (except


OUTPUT).
 For more
 information, please refer to

 
G P E -4 3 2 3    

page 33.


 
output on
Turns the  more
or off. For details, see
Output Key 


G P E -4 3 2 3  
 
page 30. 

  
 
   
3 2 3 Power Switch


 Turns On
 or Off the main power.

For the power

up sequence,



see

page 28.
 
 

Terminals  


 
 

  

   
  
  
 GND Terminal





Accepts a grounding wire.
 
 
  


  
 

   

  

CH1 Output   
Outputs
CH1 voltage and current.


 
 
 
   

  

CH2


Output 

Outputs CH2 voltage and current.

  
  

  

CH3 Output


Outputs CH3 voltage and current.
  
 

 


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
  

 
   
 
 



-1 3 2 6 G P E -1
 326 

   
 
 
  OVERVIEW
 
 
 
   
CH4 Output  Outputs
 CH4 voltage



and current.



 
 
   

The RPE-1326  Output

voltage and current

Output terminal  
 
The RPE-1326 Remote sense terminals

Sense terminal
 
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   
 

 
 
   

Front views of the other three models:

G P E -3 3 2 3








  
RPE-1326  
RPE-1326
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
  


  

  
G P E -4 3 2 3   


RPE-2323

 

  
   
RPE-2323 


 

 


 
 


    
 

 
 
 
   
  
 
 
 
 

RPE-3323  
RPE-3323  


  
 

G P E -1 3 2 6 
 


 
 
  
 
 
 
  
  


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 
OVERVIEW
Rear Panel Overview
 
    





 


   

 
 
   
   

 
  


 




 
   
  
 
 


Remote Control For more information about the remote control
Terminal terminal, please see page 35.
Power Cord / Fuse The power cord socket accepts the AC mains.
Socket For power up details, see page 28.
The fuse holder contains the AC mains fuse.

For fuse replacement details, see page 52.
 
AC Selector


   
Selects AC input voltage: 100V/ 120V/ 220V/




230V; 50～60Hz.




 
 
13/10/2016 Version No. 001 







25
 

CV/CC Crossover Characteristics

Background The RPE-1326/2323/3323/4323 series automatically switch
between constant voltage mode (CV) and constant current mode
(CC), according to load condition.
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.
CC mode When the current level reaches the output setting, the RPE-
1326/2323/3323/4323 series starts operating in Constant Current
mode. The CC indicator for the corresponding channel appears
on the LCD. The Current level is kept at the setting but the
Voltage level becomes lower than the setting, in order to
suppress the output power level from overload. When the current
level becomes lower than the setting, the RPE-
1326/2323/3323/4323 series goes back to the Constant Voltage
mode.
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OVERVIEW
Diagram Vout
Vmax
Constant
Voltage
Constant
Current
Iout
Imax
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SETUP
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





   


 
voltage the AC input voltage from the rear panel.



 

Connect AC Connect the AC power cord to the rear panel   
  
 
 

G P E -1 3 2 6
power cord socket. 
Power On Press the power switch to turn on the power.

The display will first display all the LCD
segments before showing settings for each
channel.
Power switch Press the power switch again to turn off the
power.
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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. Voltage drop across a wire should not excess
2
0.5V. The following list is the wire current rating at 450A/cm .
Wire size (AWG) Maximum current (A)
20 2.5
18 4
16 6
14 10
12 16
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 

G P E -1 3 2 6 

 
 

G P E -1 3 2 6 
 
Output On/Off  
 
Panel operation Press the Output key to turn on all outputs in  

each channel.
 
Push the Output key again to turn off all outputs.



The OFF icon will become lit on the LCD display.
Automatic output Any of the following actions during output on automatically turns it

off off.
 Change the operation mode between independent / series

tracking / parallel tracking
 When OVP is activated on a channel (except CH3 on the

RPE-3323)
 When the lock function is disabled.
 When toggling to remote control
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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. When connecting in
parallel, the output current is twice than that of a single channel.
For details, please see page 44 through to 49.  
  
G P E -3 3 2 3 
 
Panel operation You can toggle the connection mode of CH1/
 

G P E -3 3 2 3  
CH2 by using different combinations of the


  

mode selection key.
 For the independent mode, the right 


key is  

  
G P E -3 3 2 3 
not pressed

 Toggle to parallel mode when both keys 
 
 
G P E -3 3 2 3 are
pressed. 
 


  
 Right key is pressed
and the left key is not  
   
 

pressed in series mode.
 
  
 
 When CH1 / CH2 is in the series parallel
or

SER PARA
mode, the corresponding series or parallel
  
icon
appears on the LCD display. 
 
 
 
  

 
 
  
 
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 
 
Switch between Channels

Background / This feature is only available for the RPE-4323.The voltage and
 
current values for 2 channels
Connection G P E -4settings
3 2 3 and readback

can be
 
displayed on the LCD display simultaneously. To check and



view the relevant information for the other channels, you need

 below
 
to switch channels. Please follow the steps listed
 to
G P E -4 3 2 3  

switch between channels.


 
Panel operation Press the CH1/4 key to toggle between CH1 and
 
 on the
CH4. The activated channel will be shown  
① ④
channel indicator.



Press the CH2/3 key to toggle between CH2 and
 
CH3. The activated channel will be shown on
the 
② ③
channel indicator.
   
 
 
 

 

   

   
 
 
 
   

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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
 
avoid the load from being damaged due to inadvertent operation.
The voltage lock takes the present channel settings as the 
reference levels. The voltage lock function only applies to CH1 &
 
CH2.
 
Panel operation Press the LOCK key (for more than 2 seconds)
 
to lock the voltage knob operation for CH1 &
 

G P E -1 3 2 6
CH2 in the front
 panel. The Lock  icon will 
 
 
 
become lit.  
 
   
To unlock, press the LOCK key for more than 2 seconds. The

 
Lock icon will then turn off and the output turns off as well.
 The OUTPUT key is not affected by the lock  
Note
operation. 
 It is normal for the output voltage to have a

fluctuation of around 20mV after the voltage

settings are locked.
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Set the output state at startup G P E -1 3 2 6



 
 
Background / Through the following steps, you of the

can set the output state 
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.
  
Panel operation  
1. Press and hold the Output key and turn on the




G P E -1 3 2 6  
 
power until the On or OFF icon flashes on the  
 
LCD display.

 
 
2. Press the “Set View” key to select.

 
 
3. Press the “ON/OFF”

 key toconfirm.  
 

 
 
 
Note By default the output is set to OFFat startup.



 
  
G P E -3 3 2 3 


  
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Set the displayed digit resolution for the  

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

or 4 digits at startup. 
Panel operation   

1. Press and hold the "Set View" key and turn the





powerG Puntil
E -1 3 2 6 
on the decimal point for the CH1  
 
 
voltage flashes on the LCD display.  
   
 
 
2. Press the “Set View” key to select the number of

 
 
   
 

displayed digits.  
   

3. Press the “ON/OFF” key
to confirm the selection.
 
 
  

   

Note By default the number of displayed digits is set to three.

 
  
G P E -3 3 2 3 


  
 
  
G P E -3 3 2 3 
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
  






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.

1 3 5 7 9
2 4 6 8 10

ON/OFF setting
Remote control setting

Panel operation 

1. Short pins 7 and 8 (remote control setting). This
will put the power state (ON/OFF) under remote
control. At this moment, the On / OFF icon


flashes on the LCD display.
2. Output control :

 Pin 9 & 10 Open: ON state.
 Pin 9 & 10 Short: OFF state.
The remote control terminal can only be controlled by shorting

Warring
(external relay or jumper shunt) /opening the pins. Voltage cannot
be applied to the pins. It is strictly prohibited to short pins 5 & 7 or
6 & 8. Pin 1~6 must be set to open.
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CH1/CH2 Independent Mode
Background / CH1 and CH2 outputs work independent of each other.
Connection
  

RPE-4323   

 
 


  
 
 
 
 

   

 

 
 
   

CH1 CH2
LOAD LOAD
 
Output rating 0 ~ 32V/0~3A for each channel

G P E -3 3 2 3






  
 
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 
  

 
 
 
  
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).
2. Connect the load to the front panel terminals, CH1 +/−, CH2
+/−.  
 
D
GN
  

 
 
   

  
 

3. Use the voltage and current knob to set the
CH1 output voltage and current.

 
 
 
CH2 output voltage and current.
 
 
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
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

status for each channel.
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RPE-4323   

 
 


  
 
 
 
 

   

 

 
 
   

CH3
LOAD
 

Output rating RPE-3323：5V, 5A MaxG P E -3 3 2 3 

RPE-4323：0~5V,1A Max.




  
No Series/Parallel CH3 doesn’t have series/parallel tracking mode. Also, the CH3
Tracking output is not affected by the CH1 and CH2 modes.
 
 
Panel operation 1. Connect the load to the front panel CH3








+/− terminal.
 
  

2. Select the output voltage

For RPE-3323: 5V.
 
  
G P E -2 3 2 3 
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  
 
 

OPERATION

 
 
ForG PRPE-4323:
E -4 3 2 3


 

Use the voltage and current knobs to set 
 
the voltage and current.
G P E -1 3 2 6

  

 
 
You can check the setting of the RPE-  
4323 by using the CH2/CH3 key to toggle

 


to CH3(③ appears on the LCD display).

 
 
   
3. Press the Output key to turn on the output.





The Output key will be lit.



 



OVERLOAD RPE-3323: When the output current level


Overload
exceeds 5.2A, the overload icon appears on
the LCD display and CH3 operation mode
switches from constant voltage to constant
current.
CV → CC RPE-4323: When the output current level CV CC

exceeds the setting value, the CV icon
changes to the CC icon on the LCD display.
This indicates that CH3 has switched from
constant voltage to constant current.
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Background / The mode is used only for the RPE-4323
Connection
  

RPE-4323   

 
 


  
 
 
 
 

   

 

 
 
   

CH4
LOAD
 
Output rating 0~15V/1A max G P E -3 3 2 3







  
No Series/Parallel CH4 doesn’t have series/parallel tracking mode. The CH4

Tracking output is not affected by the CH1 and CH2 modes.
 
 
Panel operation 1. Connect the load to the front panel CH4








+/− terminal.
 
  

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 
  
G P E -2 3 2 3 

 
 
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 
 
 
You can use the CH1/CH4 key to toggle  
to CH4(④) appears on the LCD display)

  

to check the setting value.

 
 
   
3. Press the Output key to turn on the





output. The Output key will be lit.



 



CV → CC When the output current level exceeds the


CV CC
setting value, the CV icon changes to the
CC icon on the LCD display. This indicates
that CH4 has switched from constant voltage
to constant current.
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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.
The following describes two types of configurations, depending

on how common ground is used.
Series Tracking without Common Terminal
Connection   

RPE-4323   

 
 


  
 
 
 
 

   

 

 
 
   

LO AD
 
  
G P E -3 3 2 3
Output rating 0 ~ 64V/0 ~ 3A 


  
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 
  

 
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. Connect the load to the front panel terminals, CH1+ & CH2−
(Single supply).
 
D
GN
 
 
 
  

 
 
 
3. Use the current knob to set the CH2 output

  

current to the maximum level.
 
 
 
  
G P E -1 3 2 6

CH1 output voltage and current level.  
 
 
 
 


6. Refer to the CH1 (Master) meter and indicators for the output

level and CV/CC status.
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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   



 


  
 
 
 
 

   

 

 
 
   

COM
LO AD
 
  
G P E -3 3 2 3 
Output rating 0~32V/0~3A for CH1 ~ COM 


  
0~-32V/0~3A for CH2 ~ COM  

  
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. 

 



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2. Connect the load to the front panel terminals, CH1+ & CH2−.
Use the CH1 (−) terminal as the common line connection.
D
GN
Common
 
 
3. Use the CH1 voltage knob to set the master
 
& slave output voltage (the same level for  
 
both channels).
 
4. Use the CH1 current knob to set
the master 
 
  

output current.
G P E -1 3 2 6 
 
 
 
5. Use the CH2 current knob to set the slave
 
output current.
 
 


7. Refer to the CH1 (Master) meter and indicators for the output

CH1 (Master) CH1 meter reading shows the output voltage.

voltage level
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CH1 (Master) CH1 meter reading shows the output current.

current level
8. Refer to the CH1/CH2 meter and CH2 indicators for the output
CH2 (Slave) The CH2 meter reading shows the output

voltage level voltage.
CH2 (Slave) The CH2 meter reading shows the output

current level current.
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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   

 
 


  
 
 
 
 

   

 

 
 
   

LOAD
 
Output rating 0 ~ 32V/0 ~ 6A G P E -3 3 2 3


 
 
 
 
G P E -3 3 2 3 

  

1. Press the Series/Parallel key to activate the 
parallel tracking mode. The PARA icon will

be 
  
lit on the LCD display.  
  

 
 
2. Connect the load to the CH1 +/− terminals.

 
  

 
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  

D
GN
 
 

 
3. Use the GCH1
P E -1 3 2 6
voltage and current knobs to

set the output voltage and current. CH2  
 
control function is disabled.
 
 
 


5. The operating mode of CH2 will appear as the CC icon on the


LCD display.
6. Refer to the CH1 meter and indicator for the output level and
CV/CC status.
Output The CH1 meter reading shows the output

voltage level voltage.
Output Double the amount of CH1 current meter

current level reading.
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FAQ
Q1. I pressed the panel lock key but the output still turns on/off.
A1. For safety reasons the output key is not affected by the panel key lock feature.
Q2. The CH3 overload indicator turned on – is this an error?
A2. No, it simply means that the CH3 output current reached the maximum 5.2A
and the operation mode turned from CV (constant voltage) to CC (constant current).
You can continue using the power supply, although reducing the output load is
recommended.
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.
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APPENDIX
Fuse Replacement
Steps 1. Take off the power cord and remove the fuse socket using a
minus driver.
2. Replace the fuse in the holder.
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Rating  100V/120V:T6.3A/250V
 220V/230V:T3.15A/250V
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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)
CH1/CH2 0 ~ 64V / 0 ~ 3A
Series
CH1/CH2 0 ~ 32V / 0 ~ 6A
Parallel
CH3 5V, 5A(RPE-3323)
0~5V, 1A(RPE-4323)
CH4 0~15V,1A
Voltage Line ≤ 0.01% + 3mV
Regulation Load ≤ 0.01% + 3mV (rating current ≤ 3A)
≤ 0.02% + 5mV (rating current > 3A)
Ripple & Noise ≤ 1mVrms (5Hz ~ 1MHz)
Recovery Time ≤ 100µs (50% load change, minimum load 0.5A)
Temperature ≤ 300ppm/°C
Coefficient
Current Line ≤ 0.2% + 3mA
Regulation Load ≤ 0.2% + 3mA
Ripple & Noise ≤ 3mArms
Tracking Tracking Error ≤ 0.1% + 10mV of Master (0~32V) (No Load, with
Operation load add load regulation≤100mV))
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Parallel Line: ≤ 0.01% + 3mV

Regulation Load: ≤ 0.01% + 3mV
(rating current ≤ 3A)
Load: ≤ 0.02% + 5mV
(rating current > 3A)
Series Line: ≤ 0.01% + 5mV
Regulation Load: ≤ 100mV
Meter Voltage 10mV or 100mV
Resolution current 1mA or 10mA
2mA or 10mA (RPE-1326)
Display LCD 4.3" single color LCD display
Ammeter 3.200A full scale, 4 digits or 3 digits
6.200A full scale, 4 digits or 3digits(RPE-1326)
Voltmeter 33.00V full scale, 4 digits or 3 digits
Accuracy Setting/ Voltage: ± (0.1% of reading + 30mV)(4digits)
Read back ± (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%
GDE-3323 Output Current 5A
Line ≤ 3mV
Load ≤ 10mV
Ripple & Noise ≤ 2mVrms (5Hz ~ 1MHz)
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Insulation Chassis and 20MΩ or above (DC 500V)

Terminal
Chassis and AC 30MΩ or above (DC 500V)
cord
Operation Indoor use, Altitude: ≤ 2000m
Environment Ambient temperature: 0 ~ 40°C
Relative humidity: ≤ 80%
Installation category: II
Pollution degree: 2
Storage Ambient temperature: -10 ~ 70°C
Environment Relative humidity: ≤ 70%
Power Source AC 100V/120V/220V±10%, 230V+10%/-6%, 50/60Hz
Accessories User manual x1
Test lead: Non-European
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 210 (W) x 155 (H) x 306 (D) mm
Weight Approx. 8.7kg
Specifications listed above are specifications under the “Unlock” state.
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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
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative
documents:
◎ EMC
EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
EN 61326-2-1: use –– EMC requirements (2013)
Conducted & Radiated Emission Electrical Fast Transients
EN 55011: 2009+A1: 2010 Class B EN 61000-4-4: 2012
Current Harmonics Surge Immunity
EN 61000-3-2: 2014 EN 61000-4-5: 2006
Voltage Fluctuations Conducted Susceptibility
EN 61000-3-3: 2013 EN 61000-4-6: 2014
Electrostatic Discharge Power Frequency Magnetic Field
EN 61000-4-2: 2009 EN 61000-4-8: 2010
Radiated Immunity Voltage Dip/ Interruption
EN 61000-4-3: 2006+A1: 2008 +A2: 2010 EN 61000-4-11: 2004
Low Voltage Equipment Directive 2014/35/EU

Safety Requirements EN 61010-1: 2010
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INDEX
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) ............................. 33
Common terminal, series tracking . 44 Overview ..................................... 18
Cooling fan ..................................... 25 Fuse
safety instruction ........................... 4 Rating ......................................... 53
CV/CC Replacement............................... 52
CH1/CH2 indicator...................... 39 Safety instruction .......................... 5
CH3 indicator .............................. 41 RPE series
CH4 indicator .............................. 43 Block diagram ............................. 15
Operation theory ................... 10, 26 List of features ............................ 12
Declaration of conformity ............... 57 Operation theory ......................... 14
Disposal instructions ........................ 7 Technology overview .................... 9
EN61010 Ground symbol ................................. 4
Measurement category ................. 5 Load connection ............................. 29
Pollution degree............................ 7 Operation mode
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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 ....................... 4
FAQ ............................................ 51 Contact ....................................... 51
manual ........................................ 30 tracking mode
Output voltage setting parallel ............................ 34, 35, 36
Manual ........................................ 38 Tracking mode
Over load indicator ......................... 41 Operation theory ......................... 10
Power supply UK power cord ................................. 8
Safety instruction .......................... 5 Warning symbol ............................... 3
Setup .......................................... 28 Wire, load ....................................... 29
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Limited Warranty
This meter is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and
workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase. During this warranty period, RS
Components will, at its option, replace or repair the defective unit, subject to verification of
the defect or malfunction. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or
damage from abuse, neglect, accident, unauthorized repair, alteration, contamination, or
abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Any implied warranties arising out of the sale
of this product, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose, are limited to the above. RS Components shall not be liable for loss
of use of the instrument or other incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or
economic loss, or for any claim or claims for such damage, expense or economic loss. 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.
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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.
Suite 23 A-C
East Sea Business Centre
Phase 2
No. 618 Yan’an Eastern Road
Shanghai, 200001
China
Europe
RS Components Ltd.
PO Box 99, Corby, Northants NN17 9RS
United Kingdom
Japan
RS Components Ltd.
West Tower (12th Floor), Yokohama Business Park
134 Godocho, Hodogaya, Yokohama,
Kanagawa 240-0005 Japan
U.S.A.
Allied Electronics
7151 Jack Newell Blvd. S. Fort Worth,
Texas 76118
U.S.A.
South America
RS Components Limitada
Av. Pdte. Eduardo Frei M. 6001-71
Centro Empresas El Cortijo
Conchali, Santiago, Chile
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These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the RPE-

WARNING Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

CAUTION Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

DANGER High Voltage

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Attention Refer to the Manual

Protective Conductor Terminal

Earth (ground) Terminal

Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal

General  Do not place any heavy object on the device.

CAUTION the device.

 Do not discharge static electricity to the device.

 Do not block or obstruct the cooling fan vent opening.

 Do not perform measurement at circuits directly connected to

 Do not disassemble the device unless you are qualified as

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(Measurement categories) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement

 Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the source of low-

 Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the building

 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the circuits directly

 Measurement category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly

Power Supply  AC Input voltage:

Fuse  Fuse type:

 To ensure fire protection, replace the fuse only with the

 Disconnect the power cord before fuse replacement.

 Make sure the cause of fuse blowout is fixed before fuse

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Cleaning the  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.

 Do not use chemicals or cleaners containing harsh products

Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free, almost non-

 Relative Humidity: < 80%

 Altitude: < 2000m

 Temperature: 0°C to 40°C

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(Pollution Degree) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their

Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized

 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs.

 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs.

 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-conductive

Storage  Location: Indoor

 Temperature: −10°C to 70°C

Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted municipal waste.

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Power cord for the United Kingdom

NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

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definition systems where plus and minus voltages with

Independent / The three output modes of RPE-2323/3323/4323 series,

Constant Each output channel works in constant voltage (CV) or constant

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cross over from CC to CV when the output voltage reaches the

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Series Lineup / Main Features

Performance  Low noise: Temperature controlled cooling fan