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MeanWell SP-320-5 or WX-DC2440

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: Test current: MeanWell SP-320-5 (65 A vs. 14); Efficiency: WX-DC2440 (85.5 % vs. 80); No load: WX-DC2440 (4 W vs. 8).

ModelMeanWell SP-320-5MeanWell SP-320-52020Read review →WX-DC2440WX-DC24402018Read review →
Current, A5515
Power, W275300
Test current, A6514
Efficiency, %8085.5
No load, W84
Review conclusionRecommendedWith reservations

Only in one review: Voltage 24 V (WX-DC2440); In test 250 W (WX-DC2440); Under load 4.982 V (MeanWell SP-320-5); Ripple 200 mV (WX-DC2440); Power factor 0.97 (MeanWell SP-320-5); Protection 14 A (WX-DC2440); Temperature rise 75 °C (MeanWell SP-320-5); Weight 377 g (WX-DC2440).

MeanWell SP-320-5: The used unit performed excellently, including overload testing at 65 A and a low-ripple result.

WX-DC2440: The PSU performs fairly well up to 240 W but overheats; modifications and a fan are advised for sustained use.

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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