What Is The Difference Between A Transformer And A Power Supply?

Tuesday, January 31, 2012 by Beckie Bordenaro
Transformers are AC to AC devices... you cannot transform DC.  Transformers convert AC electricity from one voltage to another voltage, usually with little loss of power.

control power transormersThe input coil on a transformer is called the primary and the output coil on a transformer is called the secondary.

Industrial DC power supplies, on the other hand, reduce high voltage (generally AC) to a safer low DC voltage.

Do you need a transformer? We are authorized industrial automation distributors for the complete line of Micron transforms. You might also call these CPT's, control power transformers, step-up transformers or high inrush transformers.ac to dc power supply

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After reading this maybe you have decided what you actually need is an industrial DC power supply to reduce AC voltage to a lower DC voltage?

Not a problem, we have a large inventory of VDC output power supplies ranging from 5 to 960 watt.



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What Does A Power Supply Do?

Thursday, January 12, 2012 by Beckie Bordenaro
What does a power supply do? Basically an AC to DC switching power supply has one job:
It converts the AC (alternating current) signal input into a usable DC (direct current) signal.

Once the DC signal is generated it is used to power all of your equipment and devices.

Marshall Wolf Automation specializes in industrial DC power supplies and offers many options including:
  • A wide range of VDC output power supplies
  • 5 to 960 watt
  • Single or 3 phase
  • Over-current and over-voltage protection
  • DIN rail power supplies or panel mount models
Chances are you use multiple AC to DC switching power supplies on your equipment, in your factory and on any machines you build. Take a look at our offering of top brands and unbeatable pricing!

We also stock most of these power supplies which means we can ship them today.


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DIN Rail Power Supply Selection Guide

Tuesday, January 3, 2012 by Beckie Bordenaro
Do you have a requirement for an AC to DC switching power supply?

din rail mount power supplyMarshall Wolf Automation is your source for all the top brands of panel mount and DIN rail mount power supplies!

We have a huge inventory ready for same day shipping plus we offer excellent pricing and easy online ordering.


Take a look at our Power Supply Selection Guide now - click on the power supply you want and instantly get the price, click add to cart and check out. It's that simple.
  • 5, 12, 24, 36, 48 VDC output power supplies
  • 5 to 960 watt
  • Single or 3 phase
  • Panel mount or DIN rail mount power supply models
  • Full offering of power supply products & accessories
Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial automation distributor for industrial DC power supplies!

Compact Power Supply by Idec

Friday, August 19, 2011 by Tina Hueppe

When customers need to save space while keeping costs low, IDEC PS3X Switching Power Supplies are the answer! With sizes up to 70% smaller than conventional power supplies, the PS3X family of power supplies can fit into the most compact spots. Just 50.8mm x 28Wmm x 62mm for 15 Watts all the way to 95mm x 38mm x 159mm for the 100 Watt model.PS3X industrial dc power supply

The PS3X is available in five output wattages (15W, 25W, 50W, 75W and 100W) with 5, 12, and 24VDC outputs. A variety of mounting options including direct or DIN rail mounting also provide needed flexibility. Like all IDEC power supply products, the PS3X series is easy to install.

The PS3X series is UL/c-UL recognized and CE marked, as well as EMC and EN55022 Class B compliant.

Idec is a leader in Industrial DC Power Supplies and Marshall Wolf Automation is a top Idec distributor!  We are your industrial supply distributor for industrial power supplies and much more.

Check out all our Idec power supply products here!

Idec Industrial DC Power Supplies In Stock!

Thursday, July 7, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Are you looking for an IDEC AC to DC switching power supply?

We have them in stock ready for same day shipping! Marshall Wolf Automaton is a large stocking IDEC distributor for their complete line of power supply products.idec ps5r


IDEC PS5R- standard series is available from 7.5 to 240 watt in 5, 12 or 24 vdc output.

idec power supplyThe IDEC PS5R-S is the slim line series of industrial DC power supplies which is available from 10 to 240 watt, also in 5, 12 or 24 vdc output.

The new IDEC PS3X- is a compact power supply available from 15 to 100 watt and can be either direct or DIN rail mounted.idec ps3x

Are you looking for a three phase power supply? At this time IDEC only carries single phase... but we have plenty of 3 phase options for you! Search our 3 phase power supplies now.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your stocking IDEC distributor and the only source you need for a full range of ac to dc switching power supplies!

Search all of our industrial DC power supplies.

New Enclosed Switching Power Supply from Carlo Gavazzi!

Thursday, May 19, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Carlo Gavazzi has added to their line of industrial DC power supplies! The new SPP1 series is a compact enclosed switching power supply.

carlo gavazzi spp1The Carlo Gavazzi SPP1 series offers a wide range of power solutions for industrial control and automation applications - from 5V to 24VDC output at 20W, 35W and 60 watt.

This is the ideal VDC output power supply for OEM applications!

The SPP1 series is supplied with Universal AC/DC input full range, low stand-by power consumption, overload up to 160% and MTBF over 700k hours.

We are your authorized industrial automation distributor for the full line of Carlo Gavazzi sensors, DIN rail power supplies, phase monitors, DC digital panel meters and more!


Marshall Wolf Automation has your complete line of power supply products available from 5 to 960 watt with many options!

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Enclosed Switching Power Supplies from Carlo Gavazzi

Monday, April 25, 2011 by David Sheets
Carlo Gavazzi has announced an exciting addition to their switch-mode power supply family, the new SPP Enclosed Power Supplies. 
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These high quality and extremely compact power supplies are offered with three different power levels and four output voltages.  Each unit is chassis mounted, may be installed vertically or horizontally and provides a reassuring MTBF of over 700,000 hours.

Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Carlo Gavazzi distributor.

Despite the compact size of the new SPP power supplies, there is no lack of technical and operational features.  Some of the key features include:

Universal inputs:  88-264vac and 120-375vdc
Output voltages:  5,12,15 and 24vdc
Output power levels rated at:  20,35 and 60W
Two year warranty
High efficiency:  Up to 87%
MTBF:  700,000+ hours

Please visit our website at www.wolfautomation.com and view a sampling of our large product selection.  In addition to Carlo Gavazzi, Marshall Wolf Automation, is an authorized distributor for Ac Tech Lenze, Teco Westinghouse, Hitachi, Kebco, Bonfiglioli USA, and Euchner, just to name a few.

We look forward to hearing from you!

IDEC offers their newest line of compact power supplies, the PS3X Series.

Thursday, April 21, 2011 by Amy Becker

ps3xIf you need to save space while keeping costs low, the IDEC PS3X Switching Power Supplies are the answer! With sizes up to 70% smaller than conventional power supplies, the PS3X family of power supplies can fit into the most compact spots. Just 50.8mm x 28mm x 62mm for the 15W model all the way to 95mm x 38mm x 159mm for the 100W model. 

 

The PS3X is available in five output wattages (15W, 25W, 50W, 75W and 100W) with 5, 12, and 24VDC outputs. A variety of mounting options including direct or DIN rail mounting also provide needed flexibility. Like all IDEC switching power supplies, the PS3X series is easy to install.

 

Marshal Wolf Automation is an Industrial Automation Distributor. Not only can we provide all of your power supply products, we also offer a huge variety of other items. Please visit our web site at www.wolfautomation.com to see a complete list of lines we carry. 

IDEC PS3X Switching Power Supplies Now Available!

Thursday, April 21, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Does your application require a compact industrial DC power supply?

The new IDEC PS3X series is up to 70% smaller than conventional power supplies!

idec ps3xAvailable from 15 to 100 watt and with 5, 12 and 24VDC outputs, the IDEC PS3X is an easy to install power supply!

L-shaped and DIN rail mounting brackets are available so allow panel mount or DIN rail mount as needed.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your IDEC distributor for the complete line that includes Ac to DC switching power supplies, IDEC switches, LED pilot lights, photoelectric light sensors and more!

View all of our IDEC switches, relays and power supplies now!

Pepperl & Fuchs High Visibility Indicator

Wednesday, November 24, 2010 by David Sheets
Pepperl & Fuchs has a new domed LED18 indicator or pilot light series that features a light diffusing dome that provides increased visibility from all viewing angles.  The 18mm diameter indicator body allows it to be mounted in any location where the industry standard 18mm sensor can be mounted.

Marshall Wolf Automation, your industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Pepperl & Fuchs distributor.

Some product features of the LED18 series are:LED18

High visibility from all angles
Single color models interface to the G11 As-Interface module outputs; Pin 4 (+VDC), Pin 3 (-VDC)
Single color-Red, yellow, green
Multicolor-Red, yellow, green
Nickel-plated brass housing with M12 connector
Nominal operating voltage:  24vdc (voltage range 10...30 VDC)
Low current consumption:  10mA at 24 vdc

Please contact me at david@wolfautomation.com and I can help you with all of your Pepperl & Fuchs sensing needs.

Marshall Wolf Automation is a full-line industrial automation distributor.  In addition to sensors, we offer industrial warning lights, variable speed ac drives, phase monitors, brakes and clutches, and power supply products, just to name a few.  Please visit our website at www.wolfautomation.com.

Wieland Wipos Power Supply Products

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 by Tina Hueppe

Our new line of power supply products is from Wieland and they call it theWieland Wipos 24VDC power supply Wipos!  The robust design ( but non-robust name:)) and wide temperature range of this 24VDC power supply increases reliability while minimizing system downtime.

The Wipos 24 VDC Output Power Supply has output currents from 1.25A to 40A, and includes single phase and three phase devices for DIN rail mounting. 

For more information on this new Wieland Wipos Power Supply products, click here.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial automation distributor for all your power supply requirements and 24 VDC output power supplies!

Check out our new Power Supply Selection Guide here!

Wieland 24 Volt DC Power Supplies

Friday, July 2, 2010 by Beckie Bordenaro

Marshall Wolf Automation already has a well rounded offering of industrial DC powerwieland power supplies supplies and we have now expanded with Wieland!

Wieland's power supplies feature:

  • 24 VDC output power supply
  • Available in 30 to 480 watt, single phase
  • Also available in 120 to 720 watt, 3 phase
  • Competitively priced!
     
Marshall Wolf Automation is the only industrial automation distributor you need for industrial volt DC power supplies! Easily search now by VDC output, special features and more.

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Lowest Cost 60 Watt 24VDC Output Power Supply!

Monday, May 3, 2010 by Hans Wolf

cliq delta industrial dc power suppliesOur Delta DRP024V060W1AZ is the lowest cost DIN rail mounted 24VDC output power supply available!

At $31.20 it sets a new standard in industrial DC power supply economics... and we offer even lower cost for volume!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your comprehensive industrial automation distributor for a full line of industrial DC power supplies.

We are authorized stocking distributors for low cost industrial DC power supplies from IDEC, Delta, Carlo Gavazzi, Altech and Micron!

Search all of our VDC output power supplies now!

Looking For A Switching Power Supply?

Friday, April 23, 2010 by Beckie Bordenaro
Marshall Wolf Automation has a site dedicated to industrial DC power supplies - www.PowerSupplyDirect.com!

industrial dc power supplies
 
Power Supply Direct.com offers you AC to DC switching power supplies from 5 to 960 watt in a range of dc output voltages.

Search by voltage - Easily search by voltage, we offer 5, 12, 15, 24, 36 and 48 VDC output power supplies! A range of input voltages makes us your best source for switching power supplies!

Search by wattage - Do you prefer to narrow your search by the watts you require? Not a problem, we offer 5 to 960 watt industrial DC power supplies!

Some of our most popular power supply categories include:
60 watt power supplies - Power Supply Direct.com has a range of VDC output 60 watt
power supplies!

20 amp power supplies - we have a very competitive offering of 20 amp industrial DC power supplies! Single or 3 phase, 24 or 48 VDC output in both 480 and 960 watts.

Three phase power supplies - If you know you need a 3 phase industrial DC power supply this is where you want to go! Available from 60 to 960 watt in 24 or 48VDC output.
As you can see Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial supply distributor for all types of industrial DC power supplies. We even dedicated a site to them - visit www.PowerSupplyDirect.com today!

Compact & High Performance Power Supplies

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 by Beckie Bordenaro
industrial dc power suppliesAltech has released the new PS-C series of compact DIN rail mounted industrial DC power supplies.

The Altech PS-C series is a VDC output power supply designed and manufactured for the high performance power supply market.
  • High performance features of this industrial DC power supply includes:
  • Up to 94% efficiency rating
  • Can provide 100% continuously rated power with a 150% pick power for 3 seconds!
  • Active PFC (power factor correction) built in
  • Meets EN61000-3-2 for harmonic current making it a perfect fit for equipment that is being exported to Europe
The compact design of this industrial DC power supply can save you space on the din rail in your panels and is up to 50% smaller than similar competitors units!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial supply distributor for all types of DIN rail mounted VDC output power supplies.

Learn more about the Altech PS-C series of compact, high-performance DC power supplies!
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The Most Competitive OEM Power Supply!

Saturday, April 3, 2010 by Beckie Bordenaro
Looking for the lowest cost option when your application requires industrial DC power supplies?

industrial dc power suppliesOur Delta PMC series is a panel mount volt DC power supply available in 35 to 100 watts. Choose from 12 or 24 VDC output!

The Delta PMC series of industrial DC power supplies starts at just $21.45 each!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your source for a full offering of industrial DC power supplies from IDEC, Carlo Gavazzi, Delta and Altech.

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Industrial DC Power Supplies Ship Same Day!

Saturday, March 27, 2010 by Beckie Bordenaro
Marshall Wolf Automation has a huge inventory of industrial DC power supplies!

Our switching power supplies are available in a wide range of specifications:
  • 5, 12, 15, 24, 48 volt DC power supplies
  • 5 to 960 watt VDC output power supplies
  • Single or 3 phase industrial DC power supplies
  • DIN rail or panel mount
  • Battery back up, redundant and other power supply types
  • Standard or slim size housing

switching power supplyWe are your industrial automation distributor for industrial DC power supply lines that include IDEC, Delta, Altech and Crouzet.

Easy to order, great pricing and same day shipping on industrial DC power supplies... we are the obvious choice whenever you need a VDC output power supply!

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Hawk 3 Digital Controller

Wednesday, March 24, 2010 by Caryl Clement
Looking for a digital controller made in the USA?  Look at the Hawk 3!  Built with the same outstanding quality you already know Simpson meters for, the Hawk 3 digital panel meter/controller is easily programmed from the front panel, offers many options and can be pre-scaled at the factory to meet your needs.  Let Marshall Wolf Automation be your one stop industrial automation distributor.  Call 800-325-9653 now!

                                    

  • One, two or four 5-amp relays optional
  • Five user-selectable brightness levels
  • 1/8 DIN, shallow depth case, 3.24"
  • RS485 digital communications optional (H345)
  • 12 or 24 DCV power supply output optional
  • 4-20mA or 0-10 VDC analog transmission optional
  • NEMA 4X rated front panel
  • DIN Rail adapter available

VDC Output Power Supply with built in UPS

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 by Tina Hueppe
In the world of industrial automation control, voltages of 10-30 VDC are widely used and recogVDC Output Power Supply with built in UPSnized.

Most machine builders implement this control scheme for OEM applications. Even programmable logic controllers and smart relays utilize VDC input power. This is most common in mobile applications where AC voltage is not available.

In these instances, batteries or generators are used. Similarly, they are needed when a brown or black-out occurs. This is prevalent when loss of power is not acceptable; even for a nano second.

Therefore, how do you ensure that backup power is immediately achieved? Simple...you purchase a VDC Output power supply with built in UPS.

Marshall Wolf Automation has your industrial VDC output power supply requirements covered! We offer a full line of 5 to 48 VDC output power supplies and are an authorized industrial automation distributor for all the products we sell!

Don't be left in the dark any longer, implement our battery back up power supply for less than $75...  your process will be stronger!

Same Day Shipping On Industrial DC Power Supplies!

Thursday, March 18, 2010 by Beckie Bordenaro
We have a huge inventory of DIN rail mount VDC output power supplies ready to ship!

Our industrial DC power supply manufacturers include Delta, Carlo Gavazzi, Altech, Micron and, of course, we are a large IDEC distributor!

We have a vast selection of VDC output power supplies to choose from including:
  • 5, 12, 15, 24, 36 and 48 volt DC power supplies
  • Single or 3 phase
  • Slim, standard and low profile
  • DIN rail and panel mount

industrial dc power suppliesSpecial features of our VDC output power supplies include high efficiency, high voltage input, parallel, PFC, redundant and battery back-up models.

Marshall Wolf Automation is the clear choice for all of your requirements for a VDC output power supply

Marshall Wolf Automation is an industrial automation distributor and authorized for every line on our website!

Search all of our industrial DC power supplies now!