Technical Information & Details for MEAN WELL RPS-500-18-C Power Supply
- Output Power: 320.4 W (Convection) / 500.4 W (with Fan)
- Output Voltage: 18 V DC
- Output Current: 17.8 A (Convection) / 27.8 A (with Fan)
- Input Voltage Range: 80 – 264 V AC / 113 – 370 V DC
- Efficiency: up to 93%
- Ripple & Noise: ≤ 200 mVp-p
- Inrush Current: max. 40 A @115 VAC / 80 A @230 VAC
- No-load Power Consumption: < 0.5 W (via PS_ON control)
- Operating Temperature: −30 °C to +70 °C
- Cooling: Natural convection or forced air cooling
- Protection Functions: Short circuit, Overload, Over voltage, Over temperature
- Design: Enclosed Type (with metallic case)
- Isolation Voltage: 4000 V AC (Input to Output) / 2xMOPP
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 130 mm x 86 mm x 43 mm
- Weight: approx. 610 g
- Safety & EMC Certificates: ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, TUV EN60601-1, IEC60601-1, CE
- Advanced Features: 5Vsb Standby, 12V Fan Supply, Remote Sense
- Manufacturer Warranty: 3 Years
Information about the MEAN WELL RPS-500-18-C
The MEAN WELL RPS-500-18-C is a premium 500W medical grade power supply featuring a durable enclosed metal chassis for superior physical protection and optimized thermal performance. This configuration is specifically designed to meet the rigorous safety requirements of the healthcare industry, incorporating 2xMOPP isolation to ensure maximum patient safety. Delivering a stable 18V output, it is an excellent choice for BF-rated medical equipment, including sophisticated pump machines, medical workstations, and clinical diagnostic monitors.
Functionality and efficiency are the hallmarks of the RPS-500-18-C, which boasts an efficiency rating of up to 93% and a low no-load power consumption of less than 0.5W. The unit is highly adaptable, providing 320.4W under natural convection while scaling up to over 500W with forced air cooling. It is equipped with professional system monitoring tools such as Power Good and Power Fail signals, alongside a 5V standby output and remote sensing capabilities. This ensures a stable and reliable power delivery even in demanding environments, supported by the ability to handle peak loads up to 550W for short durations.