WhataNut FMA PowerLab8 1000W charger

Sorry Jerry but I can't see anything there that can run this charger to it's full potential. I need something 24-32v and also around 60A current ratting but that depends on the voltage.
I think I might go with Mean Well SE-1500-24 1500W 24V 62.5A Power Supply. Not cheap at $350 +del. but I don't want anything less than that. I see no point in getting a such a kick ass charger and limiting it with a sub-par PSU.

I have also found a Hyperion unit that is rated @ 2000W but I don't get how with it being ratted at 30V and 60A output. Not sure but at $500 it doesn't exactly scream "Buy me".
So far I think the Mean Well PSU is the way to go. I have only heard good things about them so I don't mind spending a little extra.

[JERRY2KONE]

This one looks interesting enough for a few reasons. It is an enclosed unit designed for medical use, which makes me believe that it will be built very well due to the strict standards required by Hospitals and other medical establihsments for running sensitive life support systems. It has a max current of 53amps, but they do have higer rated amps as well. But for the price range of around $400 this was the best one that I have seen so far. It has an input voltage of 85 to 264volts, which was one of my considerations due to the fact that we keep moving back and forth from countries that have 120volts, and 240volts AC for public power supply systems. It might just be another one to consider. Still looking.

http://www.trcelectronics.com/Cosel/pba600f-12.shtml

This one is rated up to 88amps/1000watts, but the price is nearly doubled at just over $700.

http://www.trcelectronics.com/Cosel/pba1000f-12.shtml

This one is also rated upwards of 80amps, but sells for around $450. But it is strictly 120volt input.

http://www.12volt-travel.com/80-amp-...ly-p-4821.html

Not sure what the price is on this one, but it has a 720watt output and variable input.

http://www.acopian.com/single-s-low-m.html

There are a few in this store that look like they would be able to handle the load, and the prices are much better.

http://www.wearecb.com/store/12-volt...y-c-31_77.html

What charger are you using Jerry? Most chargers these days can take more than 12V and all the big power chargers need at least 24V. The PowerLab8 will not be able to charge at much more than 500W with only a 12V input regardless of the current that that the PSU can supply. In fact the PowerLab8 can handle up to 32V.

For you if you have a high end charger you are better off getting something like this PSU. CLICK HERE Mean Well have a pretty solid reputation from what I can gather reading the net. Also the unit in the link is switchable between 120V and 240V AC so you should be able to take it anywhere around the world.

I am leaning towards this unit. CLICK HERE. It should be a pretty close match for the PowerLab8. The only thing about it is that it isn't meant to operate below 180V AC so it wont be much use to you guys in US. For me it will be perfect.

[JERRY2KONE]

Hey thanks for the advice sharing. My plan is to get my hands on one of the PowerLab8 model chargers, so the perfect power supply for that is what I am interested in. I have just been going through all of the PSU supply networks trying to find the best PSU for the best price range. Its going to be a few months before I can afford to start getting my Lipos and charging system together. Money is just too tight after our move, so I have to be patient for a while longer. I am keeping my eyes open and absorbing all the info I can to make sure I take the best route when the time comes. Thanks and good luck with your purchases to.

[feistyacorn]

Originally Posted by BIG-block

What charger are you using Jerry? Most chargers these days can take more than 12V and all the big power chargers need at least 24V. The PowerLab8 will not be able to charge at much more than 500W with only a 12V input regardless of the current that that the PSU can supply. In fact the PowerLab8 can handle up to 32V.

For you if you have a high end charger you are better off getting something like this PSU. CLICK HERE Mean Well have a pretty solid reputation from what I can gather reading the net. Also the unit in the link is switchable between 120V and 240V AC so you should be able to take it anywhere around the world.

I am leaning towards this unit. CLICK HERE. It should be a pretty close match for the PowerLab8. The only thing about it is that it isn't meant to operate below 180V AC so it wont be much use to you guys in US. For me it will be perfect.

That second Meanwell looks nice! I sent a email to Revolectrix a while ago asking about PSUs. They like Meanwell, Mastech, and Iota. I was looking at getting this Iota. I might end up getting this one because it looks like the 24v 40amp unit requires a 120v 20amp line. I'm not sure what our track has for power, but it would require me to add a 20 amp line to my hobby room. What are others doing for the PSUs that are "high watt"?

[BrianG]

Originally Posted by feistyacorn

T...it looks like the 24v 40amp unit requires a 120v 20amp line. I'm not sure what our track has for power, but it would require me to add a 20 amp line to my hobby room. What are others doing for the PSUs that are "high watt"?

That doesn't makes sense. 24v @ 40A is "only" 960w. Once you figure in efficiency losses (~15%) and AC power factor, you should only need ~10A @ 120v. Maybe they recommend a 20A line because the load looks highly inductive (rather than resistive)? But this would show up in the power factor rating, but could be compensated via power factor correction circuits (most high -power/end computer PS units use this).

[feistyacorn]

Originally Posted by BrianG

That doesn't makes sense. 24v @ 40A is "only" 960w. Once you figure in efficiency losses (~15%) and AC power factor, you should only need ~10A @ 120v. Maybe they recommend a 20A line because the load looks highly inductive (rather than resistive)? But this would show up in the power factor rating, but could be compensated via power factor correction circuits (most high -power/end computer PS units use this).

When I was first looking at PSUs thats that I thought, but the cutsheet on the IOTA says that its Continuous Maximum Power Output is 1100 watts and its Maximum AC Current @ 108VAC is 20 amps. You are 100% right - a powerful all in one charger would be bad ass!

[JERRY2KONE]

Originally Posted by feistyacorn

When I was first looking at PSUs thats that I thought, but the cutsheet on the IOTA says that its Continuous Maximum Power Output is 1100 watts and its Maximum AC Current @ 108VAC is 20 amps. You are 100% right - a powerful all in one charger would be bad ass!

OK so who has the inside track with any of these charger and PSU developers that can get some suggestions on the board so that maybe there could be a good setup in the making soon. Maybe they just don't get it, and they need someone from our hobby to sell them on the idea so they can understand what we want and what we need.

I mean look at MA and how they just throw Crap together in a garage and sell it like it was the best thing since sliced bread. They even put false statements on them with some cute stickers and people still buy them. How hard can this be for God sakes?