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12 V 200 W power supply or MeanWell PSC-160A-C

Two models side by side: measurements taken by the author in their reviews, and their conclusions. The better value in each row is highlighted.

In brief: Based on review measurements: In test: 12 V 200 W power supply (265 W vs. 170); Test current: 12 V 200 W power supply (29 A vs. 14.4).

Model12 V 200 W power supply12 V 200 W power supply2025Read review →MeanWell PSC-160A-CMeanWell PSC-160A-C2020Read review →
Power, W200160
In test, W265170
Test current, A2914.4
Review conclusionRecommendedRecommended

Only in one review: Voltage 12 V (12 V 200 W power supply); Current 16.7 A (12 V 200 W power supply); Ripple 500 mV (12 V 200 W power supply); Protection 28.8 A (12 V 200 W power supply); Temperature rise 120 °C (12 V 200 W power supply).

12 V 200 W power supply: It survived a 130% load test at about 265 W, proving surprisingly robust, though ripple remains noticeable.

MeanWell PSC-160A-C: After modification, charge current fell to 1.3 A, noise was nearly eliminated, and output current increased substantially.

Figures were taken from the review text and checked against the quoted passages. Measurement conditions differ between reviews, so read the reviews yourself before buying. Prices at the time of review.

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