

The AC/DC Smart Power Supply is controlled in PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue software.

Use Blockly in PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue to program the AC/DC Smart Power Supply. This example shows how to make a very long voltage ramp.



Supplies up to 10 V AC or DC at 1 Amp with wireless controls
- 1x AC/DC Smart Power Supply
- 1x Power Adapter 15 V @ 2.67 A
- 1x USB-C to USB-A cable
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The AC/DC Smart Power Supply is a Bluetooth Low Energy wireless signal generator. It outputs DC as well as sine, square, positive square, and triangle AC signals. The maximum power output is 10 V at 1 amp and the maximum output frequency is 100 kHz.
The AC/DC Smart Power Supply is controlled through PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue software. The ability to control this power supply through Bluetooth makes it possible for users of Chromebooks, Android, and Apple IOS devices to do experiments with wireless sensors that require a power source.
Features
- Maximum Power: 10 V @ 1A
- Output Functions: DC, sine, square, triangle
- Output Frequency Range: 0.001 Hz to 100 kHz
- Software controls: Choose wave form, frequency, amplitude, and on/off in PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue
- Bluetooth or USB data connection
- Built-in output voltage sensor
- Current limit warning
- Programmable using Blockly code in PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue
- Blockly Library contains special functions for a long ramp and stepping through resonant frequencies.
Applications
- Power the Wave Driver (WA-9855) to show resonances in a vibrating string
- Power the Wave Driver (WA-9855) to show resonances in a Chladni plate
- Power the Mechanical Oscillator/Driver (ME-8750) to drive the oscillation of a Smart Cart and spring system
- Power a String Vibrator (WA-9857A) to show resonances in a vibrating string
- Use as a power source for DC and AC electronics experiments
What's Included
- 1x AC/DC Smart Power Supply
- 1x Power Adapter 15 V @ 2.67 A
- 1x USB-C to USB-A cable
Product Specifications
Maximum Power Output | 10 V @ 1 A |
Waveforms | DC, sine, square, positive square, triangle |
Output Frequency Range | 0.001 Hz to 100 kHz; resolution 0.001 Hz |
Power Adapter | 15 V @ 2.67 A |
Output Voltage Sensor Range | ±10V |
Output Voltage Sensor Maximum Sample Rate | USB: 100 kHz (monitoring); Bluetooth: 20 kHz (continuous) |
Data Connectivity | USB-C and Bluetooth 5.2 |
Output jacks | Safety 4 mm banana jacks |
Variable Duty Cycle | For positive square wave |
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Connectivity Options
This product can connect directly to your computer or device with the following technologies. No Interface required. See the following guide for details regarding device compatibility: Wireless Bluetooth Product Compatibility »
Buying Guide
Recommended Accessories | P/N | |
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Banana Plug Cord-Black (5 Pack) | SE-9751 | |
Banana Plug Cord-Red (5 Pack) | SE-9750 |
Experiment Library Collections
AC/DC Smart Power Supply Experiments
This set of experiments uses the AC/DC Smart Power Supply as the DC power source or signal generator.
View CollectionSupport Documents
Manuals | ||
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AC/DC Smart Power Supply Manual | English - 296.90 KB |