Rugged power supplies perform reliably in harsh environments

Designed specifically for applications in harsh environments, particularly those outdoors, the TEX-120 series of ruggedised industrial power supplies has been unveiled by Powersolve. Providing maximum outputs of 96W and 120W respectively, the TEX120-112 (12V) and TEX120-124 (24V) series come in a die-cast aluminium housing rated to IP67 and NEMA 4X making the power source impervious to water, ice, oil and dust. ATEX certification and an IECEx test report of conformity allow the power supplies to be used in hazardous locations across industry sectors including chemical and food processing. Input is via a universal 85 to 264VAC and output voltage is 12V (adjustable from 12-15V) for the 96W version and 24V (adjustable from 24-28V) for the 120W unit. The power supplies are constructed to be shock and vibration proof making them suitable for machine mounting etc while ease of installation is provided by the use of waterproof I/O plug connectors. Since the die-cast housing acts as an efficient heatsink, the units can be run at full power at ambient temperatures from -40C up to +85C (with derating above 60C). Also, a DC-OK indicator is incorporated. Dimensions, including fixing lugs, are 174mm x 93mm x 56mm and weight is 1000g.