B&K 1686A Bench DC Power Supply, 3 to 14 V, 12 A

Model: 1686A | UPC: 817050168617

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B&K 1686A Bench DC Power Supply, 3 to 14 V, 12 A

Model: 1686A | UPC: 817050168617

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Ideal for powering automotive and marine electronic equipment, this high-quality DC power supply has an output voltage of 3 to 14 V and a thermostatically controlled cooling fan. In addition, it features continuous operation at full load without overheating, overvoltage protection, foldback current limiting, and reverse polarity protection.

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This product has been discontinued and is no longer available.
This is the direct replacement:

B&K 1688B Switching DC Power Supply, 1 to 18 V, 0 to 20 A

Model: 1688B

Ideal for a wide range of applications, this DC power supply features a laboratory-grade switching mode with high current output in a small, lightweight form factor. In addition, the dual action push button allows the user to set coarse/fine voltage and current levels without hassle.

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B&K 1686A Offers

Features

3 to 14 V variable output
12 A output at 13.8 V
Thermostatically controlled cooling fan
Continuous operation at full load without overheating
Connect two or more units in parallel or series for higher current or voltage
Convenient 2 A tie point terminals on front panel
Overvoltage protection, foldback current limiting, and reverse polarity protection

Applications

Ideal car battery substitution allowing servicing or powering of mostly any car radio, car stereo, PA systems, low to medium power CB transceivers, or marine equipment.

B&K 1686A Specifications

Output	Voltage: 3 to 14 V Current (proportional to output voltage): 12 A (at 13.8 V) Load regulation: ≤0.8% Line regulation (108 to 132 V AC): ≤0.8% Ripple and noise: ±10 mVrms
Metering	Voltmeter range: 0 to 20 V Voltmeter accuracy: ±7% F.S. Ammeter range: 0 to 20 A Ammeter accuracy: ±7% F.S.
AC Input	115/230 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	400 W
Temperature	Operating: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), ≤85% RH Storage: 5 to 158°F (-15 to 70°C), ≤75% RH
Dimensions	4.9 x 8.5 x 11.5" (124 x 216 x 292 mm)
Weight	12.1 lbs (5.45 kg)

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What's included with the B&K 1686A

DC Power Supply
Spare Fuse
Line Cord
Instruction Manual
One-Year Warranty

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Description ➕➖

B&K 1686A Offers

Features

3 to 14 V variable output
12 A output at 13.8 V
Thermostatically controlled cooling fan
Continuous operation at full load without overheating
Connect two or more units in parallel or series for higher current or voltage
Convenient 2 A tie point terminals on front panel
Overvoltage protection, foldback current limiting, and reverse polarity protection

Applications

Ideal car battery substitution allowing servicing or powering of mostly any car radio, car stereo, PA systems, low to medium power CB transceivers, or marine equipment.

Specifications ➕➖

B&K 1686A Specifications

Output	Voltage: 3 to 14 V Current (proportional to output voltage): 12 A (at 13.8 V) Load regulation: ≤0.8% Line regulation (108 to 132 V AC): ≤0.8% Ripple and noise: ±10 mVrms
Metering	Voltmeter range: 0 to 20 V Voltmeter accuracy: ±7% F.S. Ammeter range: 0 to 20 A Ammeter accuracy: ±7% F.S.
AC Input	115/230 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	400 W
Temperature	Operating: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), ≤85% RH Storage: 5 to 158°F (-15 to 70°C), ≤75% RH
Dimensions	4.9 x 8.5 x 11.5" (124 x 216 x 292 mm)
Weight	12.1 lbs (5.45 kg)