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ADM stocks a wide range of UPS Power Supplies from MEAN WELL
(https://www.admtech.com.au/suppliers/mean-well). These power
supplies all have the capability to charge batteries, whilst delivering
power to the load at the same time.
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 Should the AC power fail, then the power supply will supply to the load
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from the charged batteries.

MEAN WELL power supplies (https://www.power-supplies.com.au/)

which incorporate this UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) functionality
are referred to by MEAN WELL as their ‘security series’. To make it
easier for you to find these power supplies on our website we prefer to
call them UPS power supplies.

MEAN WELL power supplies that feature built in UPS functionality are
ideal for use in any application, where you need to trickle charge a
battery and have the battery power switch in automatically, should the
AC power supply fail for any reason. For example, in a security system.

We have seen in recent times examples of the power grid failing during
extreme weather events around Australia, so the number of applications
for these power supplies are numerous.

ADM stocks four different series of MEAN WELL power supplies with
UPS functionality:

MEAN WELL DRC Series

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MEAN WELL AD Series

 

MEAN WELL PSC Series

MEAN WELL SCP Series

 

Which model you ultimately decide upon will mainly depend on the
power output you require, combined with the most convenient form
factor for mounting inside your equipment.

Below is an overview of our range of MEAN WELL UPS power supplies:

DIN RAIL POWER SUPPLY WITH BATTERY BACK

UP
MEAN WELL DRC SERIES UPS POWER SUPPLY

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MEAN WELL DRC-100A

 

The MEAN WELL DRC series UPS power supplies give you the ability to
power you load and charge back-up batteries in a convenient DIN rail
package.

The range consists of:

Model

MEAN WELL DRC-100A (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-DRC-100A-Power-Supply

MEAN WELL DRC-100B (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-DRC-100B-Power-Supply

MEAN WELL DRC-60A (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-DRC-60A-Power-Supply)

MEAN WELL DRC-60B (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-DRC-60B-Power-Supply)

MEAN WELL DRC-40A (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-DRC-40A-Power-Supply)

MEAN WELL DRC-40B (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-DRC-40B-Power-Supply)

All three models can be mounted on a TS-35/7.5, or TS-35/15 DIN rail.

This makes them the perfect choice for when you are looking for a
power supply that you can easily mount inside control panels.

As well as the primary output, you also have the charger output that you
can use in conjunction with an external battery. This allows you to build
DC UPS functionality into your application. There is no noticeable drop-
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switches straight across to the battery.

In order to maximise reliability, MEAN WELL has designed the DRC

series power supplies so that no fan is required. Cooling is purely by
free air convection, meaning that there are no moving parts to fail whilst
achieving an ambient operating temperature of -30~+70℃.

All DRC series models can provide you with alarm signals for AC OK and
low battery, enabling simple integration with your control system. The
type of alarm output differs according to the model selected as per the
below table:

Series Alarm Signal Output Type

DRC-100 Relay contact output

DRC-60 Relay contact output

DRC-40 TTL open collector output

An external voltage source is required for the alarm signal function, the
details of which are outlined in the product data sheets for each of the
above models.

The below tables explains how the alarm signals operate:

DRC-40

Function Description

The signal is "Low" when the power supply turns ON.

 
AC OK
The signal turns to be "High" when the power supply turns OFF High

The signal is "Low" when the voltage of battery is under A*:11V, B*:22V.
Battery Low
The signal is "High" when the voltage of battery is above A*:11V, B*:22V. High

*A= 13.8VDC versions, B=27.6VDC versions

 
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Function Description

The signal is "Low" when the power supply turns ON.

AC OK
The signal turns to be "High" when the power supply turns OFF. High

The signal is "Low" when the voltage of battery is under A*:11V, B*:22V.
Battery Low
The signal is "High" when the voltage of battery is above A*:11V, B*:22V. High

*A= 13.8VDC versions, B=27.6VDC versions

As always MEAN WELL has packed the DRC series DIN rail power
supplies with some really useful protections such as short circuit
protection, overload protection and over voltage protection. There is
also a battery low cut off and battery reverse polarity protection by fuse.

The output voltages can be easily adjusted from the front panel of the
power supply. You also get an efficiency rating of up to 88%.

All models carry UL, CUL, CB and TÜV safety certifications and are
supplied through ADM, complete with RCM mark.

The MEAN WELL DRC series DIN rail power supplies are perfect for use
in security systems, emergency lighting systems, alarm systems, DC
UPS systems, central monitoring systems and access systems, or any
other application where battery back-up of the AC mains supply is
essential.

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that requires battery back-up should the AC mains supply fail.

In this scenario when the AC mains supply is OK the MEAN WELL DRC
power supply charges the battery and provides power to the load at the
same time. The battery starts to supply power to the load when the AC
mains fails.

MEAN WELL PSC SERIES UPS POWER SUPPLY

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MEAN WELL PSC Series UPS Power Supplies

 

The key difference between the MEAN WELL PSC series UPS power
supplies and the DRC series, is their form factor.

The PSC series is an open frame power supply, which makes it ideal for
incorporating into an OEM project that needs UPS functionality, rather
than mounting inside a switch board.

JST style pin headers are used for both the AC and DC connections. A
connector kit is available from ADM if required.

The compact design makes it the perfect solution if you are tight for
space. There is a cover available to protect the electronics and most of
the models ADM stocks are supplied in this format.

These are the models ADM stocks within the range:

Series

MEAN WELL PSC-160 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14703/download?t

MEAN WELL PSC-160B-C (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-PSC-160B-C-UPS-Enc

MEAN WELL PSC-100 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14702/download?t

MEAN WELL PSC-100B-C (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-PSC-100B-C-UPS-Enc

MEAN WELL PSC-60 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14705/download?to

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MEAN WELL PCS-60B-C (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-PSC-60B-C-UPS-Enclos
 MEAN WELL PSC-35 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14704/download?to
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MEAN WELL PSC-35B-C (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-PSC-35B-C-UPS-Enclos

Like the DRC series, the MEAN WELL PSC series UPS power supplies
also feature an alarm signal for both ‘AC OK’ and ‘Low Battery.

Series Alarm Signal Output Type

MEAN WELL PSC-160 Relay Contact Output

MEAN WELL PSC-100 Relay Contact Output

MEAN WELL PSC-60 TTL Open Collector Output

MEAN WELL PSC-35 TTL Open Collector Output

An external voltage source is required for the alarm signal function, the
details of which are outlined in the product data sheets for each of the
above models.

The below tables explains how the alarm signals operate:

PSC-35, PSC-60

Function Description

The signal is "Low" when the power supply turns ON.

AC OK
The signal turns to be "High" when the power supply turns OFF. High

The signal is "Low" when the voltage of battery is under A*:11V, B*:22V.
Battery Low
The signal is "High" when the voltage of battery is above A*:11V, B*:22V. High

*A= 13.8VDC versions, B=27.6VDC versions

PSC-100, PSC-160

Function Description
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The signal is "Low" when the power supply turns ON.
AC OK
 AC OK
 The signal turns to be "High" when the power supply turns OFF. High

The signal is "Low" when the voltage of battery is under A*:11V, B*:22V.
Battery Low
The signal is "High" when the voltage of battery is above A*:11V, B*:22V. High

*A= 13.8VDC versions, B=27.6VDC versions

All models carry CE and CB safety certifications and are supplied

through ADM, complete with RCM mark.

MEAN WELL AD SERIES UPS POWER SUPPLY

MEAN WELL AD Series UPS Power Supply

 

The AD series is an enclosed type of power supply. These are also

designed to be mounted inside a piece of OEM equipment that requires
a battery back-up system.

All of the components are ‘enclosed’ within a metal enclosure and

connections are made via the terminal blocks on the power supply.

Below are the models that ADM carries in stock:

Part Number

MEAN WELL AD-55A (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-AD-55A-UPS-Enclosed)

MEAN WELL AD-55B (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-AD-55B-UPS-Enclosed)

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MEAN WELL AD-155A (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-AD-155A-UPS-Enclosed)
 MEAN WELL AD-155B (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-AD-155B-UPS-Enclosed)

MEAN WELL AD-155C (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-AD-155C-UPS-Enclosed)

There is no Alarm signal functionality on the MEAN WELL AD series, so

these are best suited to applications, where you don’t need to
incorporate the power supply into an integrated control system.

Some models of the AD series can be mounted on to a DIN rail using a

DIN rail bracket kit, such as the AD-155. This is great if you find that you
need more power with battery back-up than the DIN rail mountable DRC-
100 can offer you.

Again all models carry CE and CB safety certifications and are supplied
through ADM, complete with RCM mark.

MEAN WELL SCP SERIES UPS POWER SUPPLY

WITH TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION FUNCTION

MEAN WELL SCP Series UPS Power Supply

 

Like the AD series, the MEAN WELL SCP series is an enclosed type
power supply.

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function. As the battery gets warmer, the charging cycle is automatically
adjusted accordingly.

Below is a graph that shows how the SCP-35 varies the charging output
according to the temperature of the batteries:

ADM stocks these models

Part Number

MEAN WELL SCP-75 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14787/download?to

MEAN WELL SCP-75-24 (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-SCP-75-24-UPS-Enclos

MEAN WELL SCP-50 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14786/download?to

MEAN WELL SCP-50-24 (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-SCP-50-24-UPS-Enclos

MEAN WELL SCP-35 (http://www.adminstrumentengineering.com.au/file/14785/download?to

MEAN WELL SCP-35-24 (https://shop.admtech.com.au/MEAN-WELL-SCP-35-24-UPS-Enclos

Another great feature of the MEAN WELL SCP series is the remarkably
low no load power consumption on some models: Less than 0.75
Watts! Great if you want to keep stand by power consumption to an
absolute minimum.
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 If you would like assistance in determining which MEAN WELL UPS
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power supply is best suited to add battery back-up functionality your
own particular application, then please contact ADM
(https://www.power-supplies.com.au/contact). A member of our expert
team will gladly answer any questions you may.

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