The Kikusui PMC 18-1A is a single-output regulated DC power supply for electronic testing and development. It delivers 0 to 18 VDC at 0 to 1 A with automatic CV/CC switching, series regulator design for low-noise output, and dual 3-1/2 digit LED displays. High-resolution 10-turn potentiometers enable precise voltage and current adjustment. Overvoltage and overheat protection safeguard connected equipment. Remote sensing compensates for load cable voltage drop, while external analog remote control and output monitoring functions provide flexible system integration. Electronic front-panel ON/OFF switching and master-slave parallel operation for capacity expansion round out this versatile supply.
## Technical Specifications
• Output voltage: 0 to 18 VDC
• Output current: 0 to 1 A
• Single output channel
• Series regulator system with automatic CV/CC shift
• Two 3-1/2 digit LED displays for voltage and current (simultaneous display or setting values)
• 10-turn potentiometers for voltage and current adjustment
• Overvoltage Protection (OVP) with adjustable trip point
• Overheat Protection (OHP)
• Warm-up time: 30 minutes with load current flowing
## Key Features
• Low-noise output characteristic of series regulator topology
• Remote Sensing Function for 18 V rated models to compensate cable drop losses
• External Analog Remote Control for voltage and current adjustment via external voltage or resistance signals
• Output Monitoring Function for voltage, current, and operating status
• Electronic front-panel output ON/OFF switch
• Master-slave parallel operation capability for expanded capacity
• Rear panel protective conductor terminal for grounding
## Interfaces & Integration
• Output terminals: Positive (+), Negative (−), Ground (GND)
• Sensing terminals: +S and −S for remote sensing
• J2 connector for remote control and monitoring functions
• GPIB control capability when combined with compatible Kikusui controllers (PIA 3200, 4800 series, depending on ROM version)
## Typical Applications
Component characterization, circuit development, equipment qualification, and laboratory power delivery where low-noise DC and precise voltage/current control are required.
