Kiprim 0‑30 V / 0‑10 A Programmable DC Power Supply – Model DC310S
Overview & Purpose
Designed for electronics hobbyists, engineers, and lab applications, the Kiprim programmable DC supply offers full control over output voltage and current, with programmability, safety, and convenient interfacing built in. Whether you're powering circuits, testing modules, or automating power sequences, this unit gives you a lot of capability in a compact package.
Key Features
Wide output range & power flexibility
- Adjustable output from 0 to 30 V DC, and from 0 to 10 A current.
- Supports both constant‑voltage (CV) and constant‑current (CC) modes, switching automatically when current limit is reached.
Display & user interface
- 2.8‑inch color LCD shows data including set vs actual voltage/current, output power, elapsed time, and output status.
- DISPLAY button enables toggling between numeric and waveform‑curve views.
Memory & waveform programming
- Save up to 10 parameters (or sets) for fast recall on the DC310S.
- Supports LIST waveform output settings: allows editing of up to 10 points in a sequence (voltage, current, duration) to generate dynamic output profiles.
USB & PC control / firmware
- Rear USB port: firmware upgrade, PC host control, remote commands.
- Front USB port (5 V/1 A) to charge small devices (smartphone, etc.). Note: may not support Apple Lightning protocol.
Protection & reliability
- Multiple safety protections: overvoltage protection (e.g., up to ~31 V), overcurrent (beyond 10 A), overtemperature (e.g. 85 °C threshold), as well as reverse polarity and short‑circuit prevention.
- Smart cooling fan: dynamically adjusts speed based on load to reduce noise during lighter use.
Physical & electrical specs (typical / subject to model variation)
- Input: 110 V AC (models designed for local mains)
- Dimensions: approx 9.0 × 5.9 × 3.1 in (22.6 × 14.2 × 8.2 cm)
- Weight: around 2 kg (≈ 4.4 lb)
- Resolution: Voltage ~10 mV steps; Current ~1 mA steps
Use Case Scenarios & Ideal Applications
- Development benches and prototyping for circuits and modules
- Automated test setups where voltage / current profiles must be scripted
- Battery charging / discharge control (within voltage limits)
- Laboratory and educational electronics training
- Debugging sensors, small motors, power stages
User Notes & Considerations
- When connected via USB to a PC, the supply may expose a serial / SCPI‑style interface. Some users report difficulty in getting SCPI responses unless proper line termination (EOI / NL) is used.
- Some users report reliability issues under prolonged use—display or power failures after extended run time have been described.
- Because this is a switching (SMPS) unit, output ripple/noise may be higher than linear power supplies; for ultra‑sensitive analog or RF work, consider filtering or alternative supply types.
Why Choose Kiprim DC310S / DC310Pro
The Kiprim 0‑30 V / 0‑10 A programmable supply strikes a balance between performance, flexibility, and affordability. You get advanced features—memory slots, waveform sequencing, PC control, protection mechanisms—in a compact bench device. It’s ideal for makers, small labs, and developers who need a reliable supply with programmable capabilities without excessive cost.