MagnaDC Programmable DC Power Supplies
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Programmable DC Power Supplies

MagnaDC programmable DC power supplies deliver rugged, current-fed power conversion backed by 40+ years of innovation and USA manufacturing. A unified control platform and over 160,000 configurations let you precisely match voltage and current needs—from lab benches to multi-megawatt industrial systems—without oversizing. Standard SCPI control, LabVIEW/IVI drivers, rich I/O, safety interlocks, and continuous full-power operation up to 50°C make integration fast and reliable.

Product Series

Size
1U
Models
171
Power Range
1.5 kW to 10 kW
Voltage Range
5 Vdc to 3000 Vdc
Current Range
1.5 Adc to 250 Adc
Description

The next generation (xGen) SLx Series delivers 1.5 to 10 kW of programmable DC power in a 1U rack-mount platform with six power levels, 171 models, and over 26,500 configurations from 5 to 3000 V and up to 600 A for finely tuned system requirements. A high-efficiency current-fed topology with SiC devices, MagnaLINK™ distributed digital control, and extensive industrial communication and user I/O options reduces thermal, control, and networking overhead, simplifying integration into demanding ATE, automation, and process control systems.

Size
1U
Models
127
Power Range
1.5 kW to 10 kW
Voltage Range
5 Vdc to 1500 Vdc
Current Range
1.5 Adc to 250 Adc
Description

The SL Series packs 1.5 to 10 kW of programmable DC power into an ultra-compact 1U rack-mount footprint, ideal for dense ATE and OEM racks. With 127 models spanning 5 to 1500 V and 1.5 to 250 A, the SL Series is designed to address a wide range of applications. High-efficiency thermal design and UL/CSA, CE Mark, and NRTL safety listings minimize cooling and certification overhead, streamlining system integration.

Size
2U
Models
39
Power Range
2 kW to 10 kW
Voltage Range
2Vdc to 10,000 Vdc
Current Range
0.2 Adc to 600 Adc
Description

The 2U XR Series complements the 1U SL Series by providing high voltage (greater than 1500 Vdc) and high current (greater than 250 Adc) models in a 2U package at 2 kW, 4 kW, 6 kW, 8 kW, and 10 kW. The XR Series features the highest voltage range in Magna-Power's product offering, up to 10,000 Vdc and high current models up to 600 Adc, all utilizing the company's signature current-fed power processing to deliver robust power conversion.

Size
3U to 16U
Models
275
Power Range
5 kW to 100 kW
Voltage Range
5 Vdc to 6,000 Vdc
Current Range
1.2 Adc to 10,000 Adc
Description

The TS Series delivers 5 to 100 kW of programmable DC power in rugged 3U to 16U rack-mount enclosures, with 279 models spanning 5 to 6000 V and 1.2 to 10,000 A to support a very broad range of application. High-reliability current-fed power processing, high-accuracy programming and measurement, and standard isolated 37-pin user I/O with computer controls—plus options like water cooling and integrated blocking diode—streamline integration into large ATE racks, research, and industrial process power systems.

Size
60U to 90U+
Models
49
Power Range
150 kW to 3 MW+
Voltage Range
32 Vdc to 6000 Vdc
Current Range
25 Adc to 6000 Adc (per unit)
Description

The MT Series delivers 150 to 250 kW of programmable DC power per floor-standing cabinet, using high-frequency IGBT current-fed power processing and integrated AC input breakers for robust, high-power conversion. Systems scale into the multi-megawatt range via UID47 master-slave control, while embedded 12-pulse harmonic neutralizers on 250 kW models—and optional 24- or 48-pulse external neutralizers—minimize THD to meet demanding power-quality requirements in large test bays, drives, and renewable-energy emulation.

Size
Models
38
Power Range
500 kW to 10 MW+
Voltage Range
100 Vdc to 6000 Vdc
Current Range
Up to 5000 Adc (per unit)
Description

The ML Series delivers 500 and 1,000 kW of programmable DC power in compact water-cooled floor-standing systems that achieve nearly four times the power density of comparable air-cooled designs, freeing valuable space in high-power labs and test cells. Built on Magna-Power’s current-fed power processing with integrated harmonic neutralizers and 12-bit precision control, ML Series systems scale beyond 10 MW with low THD and robust master-slave operation.

Integrated Options

Standard integrated options are available for Magna-Power products, allowing the product's performance and communication interfaces to be tailors to the specific application.

Blank Front Panel
Option
+FP1
The FP1 blank front panel option removes all front-panel controls except for a status indicator and on/off rocker switch, while still providing full functionality via computer and User I/O control
CANopen
Option
+CAN
CANopen communication protocol and dual RJ-45 interface enabling CAN bus communications, popular within automotive applications
EtherCAT
Option
+ECAT
EtherCAT communication protocol and dual RJ-45 interface for high-performance communication in factory automation, motion control, and robotics
EtherNet/IP
Option
+EIP
EtherNet/IP communication protocol and dual RJ-45 interface with EIS profile for industrial automation, commonly used in Allen Bradley, Schneider Electric, and Omron PLCs
High Isolation Output
Option
+ISO
Available for models rated for 250 Vdc to 1000 Vdc, the +ISO option greatly increases the output isolation, used when the application demands floating or tying units in series beyond the standard ±1000 Vdc output isolation rating.
High Slew Rate Output
Option
+HS
A hardware and control modification that replaces the standard output stage with one of low capacitance film and/or high RMS current rated aluminum electrolytic capacitors. This option provides higher bandwidth with faster output rise and fall times.
IEEE-488 GPIB
Option
+GPIB
IEEE-488 General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB) communication interface providing full command support and compatibility with other GPIB devices
Integrated Blocking Diode
Option
+BD
An internally heatsinked protection diode on the positive output terminal of a MagnaDC programmable DC power supply to protect the product's output from reverse voltages far exceeding the product's output voltage rating.
LXI TCP/IP Ethernet
Option
+LXI
TCP/IP Ethernet communication protocol and single RJ-45 interface, certified to the LXI Class C standard, for socket communications using conventional computer networks
Modbus-TCP
Option
+MTCP
Modbus-TCP communication protocol and dual RJ-45 interface with full command set support as Modbus commands
Pedestal Base
Option
+PB
A heavy-duty, floor-mountable platform base for the rack enclosure that replaces the standard casters, designed for fixed installations.
PROFINET
Option
+PROF
PROFINET communication protocol and dual RJ-45 interface for industrial automation, commonly used in Siemens PLCs
Ruggedized
Option
+RUG
Internal product ruggedization, which has been independently tested to comply with select MIL-STD-810G and RTCA DO-160 shock and vibration specifications.
Water Cooling
Option
+WC
Using an integrated central heat exchanger and specially wound magnetic components, water cooling is available for select Magna-Power power supplies for use in densely packaged system cabinets, where heat removal by the product's standard air cooling presents a challenge.

Accessories

External accessories and integration services available.

BDx Module
1U blocking diode module covering a wide range of voltages and currents and providing necessary cooling, power supply controls interface, and remote sensing location.
DBx Module
High-performance add-on bringing ultra-high stability less than 10 ppm, up to 24-bit resolution, and up to 10x reduction in ripple.
DC Power Cables
DC power cables with wide range voltage ratings, current ratings, and termination options, made-to-order by Magna-Power
MagnaLINK Cable
Pitel Paste
High-performance thermal interface materials formulated and manufactured by Magna-Power specifically for use with power semiconductors.
Rack Enclosures and Integration
Various size rack enclosures, including 12U, 24U, 30U, 36U, 30Ux2 and 36Ux2, with casters, fans and product integration.
RS485 Converter
Industrial RS232 to Addressable RS485 Converter. Plugs into product's RS232 port.
UID46: Universal Interface Device 46
Master-slave interface device for load sharing. Includes interface device and (2) D-Sub 37 cables.
UID47: Universal Interface Device 47
Master-slave interface device for load sharing. Includes interface device and (2) D-Sub 37-pin cables with a braided shield.
USB Edgeport Converter
Industrial Plug and Play USB to RS232 Converter. Adapter plugs into product's RS232 port.