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Mean Well PSC-160A Battery Chargers 160W 13.8V 7.6A - PFC

with UPS functionmodels with L-bracket and cover available(-C type)

SKU PSC-160A

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Overview

PSC-160A is the CH1: 13.8V / CH2: 13.8V output model of this series: rated current CH1: 7.6A / CH2: 4A, rated power 160W, typical efficiency 88%.

PSC-160 series is a 160W AC/DC security power supply, allowing the universal input range between 90VAC and 264VAC and incorporating the built-in PFC function. In addition to the primary output, there is a charger output, with the smaller rated current, that provides the backup power supply application the security access systems require. PSC-160 delivers an efficiency up to 90%; it can operate with air convection under -20℃ through 70℃. This series is designed with thorough alarm features, including AC OK and battery low signaling; moreover, the relay contact is provided to facilitate users' system designs. PSC-160 is available in the PCB type or the enclosed type with L-Bracket and cover.

Features

Universal AC input / Full range
Built-in active PFC function
6"x3" compact PCB size
Models with L-Bracket and cover available (PSC-160x-C, x=A,B)
Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage
Battery low protection / Battery reverse polarity protection by fuse
Relay contact signal output for AC OK and Battery Low
Cooling by free air convection
100% full load burn-in test
2 years warranty

Specifications

PSC-160ASpecifications from the official datasheet (2024-10-30 edition)

OUTPUT

OUTPUT NUMBER: CH1 / CH2
DC VOLTAGE: CH1: 13.8V / CH2: 13.8V
RATED CURRENT: CH1: 7.6A / CH2: 4A
CURRENT RANGE: CH1: 0 ~ 11.6A / CH2: --------
RATED POWER: 160W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)^Note.2: CH1: 150mVp-p / CH2: --------
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE: CH1: 12 ~ 15V
VOLTAGE TOLERANCE^Note.3: CH1: ±1.0% / CH2: --------
LINE REGULATION: CH1: ±0.5% / CH2: --------
LOAD REGULATION: CH1: ±0.5% / CH2: --------
SETUP, RISE TIME^Note.4: 2000ms, 30ms/230VAC 2000ms, 30ms/115VAC at full load
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.): 40ms/230VAC 40ms/115VAC at full load

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE: 90 ~ 264VAC 127 ~ 370VDC
FREQUENCY RANGE: 47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.): PF≧0.95/230VAC PF≧0.98/115VAC at full load
EFFICIENCY (Typ.): 88%
AC CURRENT (Typ.): 2.5A/115VAC 1.5A/230VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.): COLD START 35A/115VAC 70A/230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT: <1mA / 240VAC

PROTECTION

OVERLOAD: 105 ~ 150% rated output power Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE: CH1:14.49 ~ 18.63V Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
BATTERY CUT OFF: 10±0.5V

ALARM FUNCTION

AC OK^Note.5: Relay contact output, ON : AC OK ; OFF : AC Fail ; Max. rating : 30V / 1A
BATTERY LOW: Relay contact output, OFF : Battery OK ; ON : Battery Low ; Max. rating : 30V / 1A ; Battery low voltage : < 11V

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.: -20 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY: 20 ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY: -20 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT: ±0.03%/℃ (0~45℃) on CH1 output
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC (Note 4)

SAFETY STANDARDS: UL62368-1, TUV BS EN/EN62368-1, EAC TP TC 004 approved
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: I/P-O/P:3KVAC I/P-FG:2.0KVAC O/P-FG:0.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE: I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION: Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Class B, BS EN/EN61000-3-2,-3, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY: Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN55035, light industry level, EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF: 2005.3K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 257.1K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: PCB:152.4*76.2*32mm (L*W*H) ; Enclosed type:155.4*85*37mm (L*W*H)
PACKING: PCB:0.35Kg;42pcs/15.7Kg/1.02CUFT ; Enclosed type: 0.45Kg;32pcs/15.4Kg/0.83CUFT

Test conditions and notes7

1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
2. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1μF & 47μF parallel capacitor.
3. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
4. Length of set up time is measured at first cold start. Turning ON/OFF the power supply may lead to increase of the set up time.
5. Please refer to suggested Application 2.(2)、(3) in page 3.
6. The power supply is considered a component which will be installed into a final equipment. The final equipment must be re-confirmed that it still meets EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.” (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
7. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).

Technical drawings

PSC-160A Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

PSC-160A Output Derating — Output Derating

PSC-160A Suggested Application — Suggested Application

Typical applications

Downloads

Certificates7

Mean Well E183223 UL Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well PSC-160(C)-TUV Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well PSC-160-CB(TUV) Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well PSC-160-CB(UL) Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well PSC-160-EMC Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well PSC-160-CE-dec Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well PSC-160-UK-dec Certificate PDF Download

Test reports1

Mean Well PSC-160A Test Report PDF Download

Catalogues1

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

FAQ

Can I use the PSC-160A for a 13.8V battery-backed control or automation system?

Yes, this model provides constant-voltage 13.8V output and includes a UPS function, which fits battery-backed control or automation systems designed around a 13.8V DC rail. It is rated 160W, with 7.6A for the load plus a 4A battery charger output.

Is the PSC-160A suitable for industrial communications or security equipment with a 13.8V DC bus?

It can be suitable when the equipment is intended for a 13.8V constant-voltage source and the total draw stays within 7.6A and 160W. The UPS function also aligns with standby and backup-oriented system designs.

Would the PSC-160A work for embedded systems that need more current than smaller 13.8V chargers?

Yes, it is rated 160W at 13.8V, with 7.6A on the load output (current range 0-11.6A) plus a 4A battery charger output. This datasheet covers only the PSC-160 models, so compare smaller 13.8V chargers using their own datasheets.

Can the PSC-160A be used in equipment shipped to regions with different AC mains?

It is designed for 90-264VAC input, so it can be used in systems that need wide AC input coverage. The output is set at 13.8V (adjustable 12-15V) with a 7.6A rated load current.

How does the PSC-160A compare with the other PSC series models?

The PSC-160A is the PCB-type 13.8V model (152.4x76.2x32mm); the PSC-160A-C is the same unit enclosed with L-bracket and cover (155.4x85x37mm). Both are rated 160W, 7.6A for the load plus 4A charging, at 88% efficiency. The 27.6V PSC-160B and PSC-160B-C provide 3.8A plus 2A charging at 90% efficiency. Smaller PSC models are not covered by this datasheet.

Is the PSC-160A intended for outdoor exposure or only temperature-variable indoor locations?

The specified operating range is -20°C to +70°C, so it is rated for wide ambient temperatures. No IP rating appears in the provided product data, so the specs do not identify it as an outdoor-rated unit.

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