GW Instek Gpc-3020 Dual Tracking Power Supply 5v Fixed

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Product Identifiers

BrandGW Instek
MPNGPC3020
eBay Product ID (ePID)1919387835

Product Key Features

Maximum Current Output3 A
Number of Channels/Outputs3
Maximum Voltage Output32 V
Adjustable Power Supply TypeLinear Power Supply

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Ratings and Reviews

4.6
48 product ratings
  • 34 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
  • 10 users rated this 4 out of 5 stars
  • 3 users rated this 3 out of 5 stars
  • 0 users rated this 2 out of 5 stars
  • 1 users rated this 1 out of 5 stars

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  • Top favorable review

    GPC-3020, used

    This is a basic Universal Lab Low Voltage PS. If one knows his needs and doesn't require bells & whistles, it is sufficient. It is well build with quality components. The design is very classic, similar units have been designed and manufactured by Lambda USA 30 years ago... To optimize size & weight, the GW-3020 uses a 24VDC internal cooling fan. Seems that is no provision for controlling the internal PS temp by it's fan speed, neither to be switched On-Off by a thermal switch, therefore it is noisy (my case). This statement is based on the unit i have purchased as used, no factory spec for fan either. Controlling the fan is not sufficient, there has to be an alarm displayed also if the fan doesn't function correctly. For all these considerations & cost, Instek probably didn't provide such function in this model. My preference for an electrical tool, specially if I purchase it as used is simplicity (= quality)!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Top critical review

    Good...but

    The 5V supply didn't work and I could not find any service manual or schematic for this power supply. I ended up building my own 5V supply and bypassed their circuit.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Great features but bulky.

    Front panel pushbuttons make it easy to put the variable supplies either in series or parallel. However, the technology is old so the supply is really too large for the available space on my workbench & too heavy to easily move around. The front panel meters make it easy to adjust the output settings.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • few words can be said about a power supply other than it supplies power

    It's an adjustable power supply with adjustable current limit with multiple outputs. It supplies power and limits current. It is a quality unit, non digital, basic meters, non programmable. It doesn't sing or dance. It won't fly. Or teleport. It's an adjustable power supply.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Very nice unit.

    Nice unit. I was in need of a power supply(40-60$), but didn't want an expensive unit, nor a super cheap one. I was concerned about the analog gauges, but figured I would replace them if necessary. Digital is the norm. It is old, and has the bulky,heftiness of an older supply. Which was fine by me. I can set the volts within 100mV or less, by the analog gauge. Similar with the current. You can also still download the owners manual. The power supply is intuitive. I have shorted out the leads by accident many times and it seems to have decent protection, at least through my accidental abuse.It also will go to 4 amps/ 30 volts, in parallel mode. In all if you are looking for a good power supply, I highly recommend it.Joe

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Great power supply

    This is an excellent power supply. The two 32V variable supplies can be used independently, placed in series, or in parallel. There is a separate meter for current and voltage for each supply. The voltages and currents seem to be right on but probably not precise as the meters are analog. There is no meter for the fixed 5V supply but its output measures 5.003V - close enough for all practical purposes. I am quite pleased with this purchase.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Excellent bargain here!

    If you need a power supply for general electronics work this one is ideal. The 30 volt maximum voltage is marginal but satisfactory for most projects. The 2 amp maximum is completely satisfactory for most everything. The supply uses analog meters, which are somewhat dated but work fine, and for the money are completely satisfactory. The internal build quality is outstanding, being definitely industrial quality. (rather than consumer quality) The internal parts are assembled in such way as to make servicing practical. These were high end very expensive units new so getting one for under a hundred bucks is a real deal!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Nice Power Supply

    As a hobbyist, I wanted a decent power supply to build projects with, but not break the bank. Although I can tell this unit has some age because the plastic is a bit yellowed, internally it works perfectly. All the switches do what they are supposed to do and the voltage is rock steady. The ability to switch the two variable supplies into series and parallel modes (along with master/slave modes) using the panel switches is nice for setting positive and negative voltages for use in op amp projects. The only missing feature I can see is a switch to turn on and off the outputs. I am very satisfied with this power supply.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • GW Instek GPC-3020 Power Supply

    All three outputs are well regulated. It has low noise and low ripple. The control pots give very smooth and precise adjustment over full range of voltage settings and current limit values. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to add a good quality basic bench power supply to their inventory.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Great 3 Output power supply

    This kind of power supply was something I was looking for a long time, a linear, stable regular power supply. The output voltage and output current are more then sufficient for most applications and the absence of high frequency ripple/noise is a good thing for RF applications. The analog meters are good enough to read on 1 volt and if you need more accurate, use a digital meter. Only the fan is a bit loud, but for the cost of this power supply, you can't go wrong.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned