The Xantrex XFR 60-20 is a 1.2 kW rack-mount programmable DC source designed for precision benchtop and OEM applications. It delivers up to 60 V at 20 A with low noise, tight regulation, and flexible local or remote control.

Key Electrical Specifications

Regulation, Ripple & Noise

• Voltage Regulation: ±0.02 % of full scale plus 2 mV
• Current Regulation: ±0.05 % of full scale plus 2 mA
• Ripple & Noise (20 Hz–20 MHz): < 1 mV rms, < 10 mV p-p
• Temperature Coefficient: ~ 300 ppm/°C

Control & Programming

• Front-Panel

  • Dual 4-digit LED displays for voltage and current
  • Ten-turn potentiometers for coarse/fine adjustment
  • Push-button standby, OVP setpoint preview, and mode crossover indicator

• Remote Interfaces

  • Standard analog programming & monitoring via rear-panel J2 connector
  • Optional isolated analog, or digital (GPIB/RS-232) modules for fully automated setups
  • Rear-panel SW1 DIP switch selects programming modes and sensing configurations

Protection & Features

• Overvoltage Protection (OVP) with front-panel setpoint preview
• Thermal shutdown with latching or auto-reset modes
• Automatic crossover between constant-voltage and constant-current regulation
• Parallelable for higher current or series-connectable for higher voltage operation
• Zero-voltage “soft switching” topology for low EMI and high reliability

Mechanical & Environmental

• Rack Size: 1.75 inch (1 U) high × 19 inch wide; depth ~12 inch
• Weight: ~30 lb (13.6 kg)
• Cooling: Variable-speed fan, front-to-back airflow
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
• Humidity: up to 95 % non-condensing
• Mounting: Bench-top feet or 19 in rack ears

Typical Applications

• Research and development test benches
• Burn-in and stress testing of modules
• Magnet and laser diode drive circuits
• Automated production test systems
• OEM integration in ATE racks