The GPE-3060/6030 launched by GW Instek are high-resolution linear DC power supplies. Their primary aim is to replace the existing GPC-3060D/ 6030D models. The GPE-3060/6030 deliver 385 watts of output power and feature three independent isolated output channels. The GPE-3060 offers CH1/CH2 outputs of 0 to 30V and 0 to 6A, while the GPE-6030 supports CH1/CH2 outputs of 0 to 60V and 0 to 3A. Both models feature CH3 outputs of 5.0V at 5A.
 
With respect to high program resolution, GPE-3060 provides 10mV/2mA and GPE-6030 offers 20mV/1mA. GPE-3060/6030 adopts a new hybrid power supply design, which can save 13% of power consumption compared with the wattage of the conventional linear power supplies, and the volume and weight are significantly reduced. Please see the comparison table below for details:
 
Model
GPE-6030/3060
GPC-3060D/6030D
Power(W)
385W (+10W)
375W
Weight
10kg (-8kg)
18kg
Power Consumption
680W (-100W)
780W
Dimensions
213W x 145H x 362D
255W x 145H x 420D
CE Mark
Yes
N/A
   The new design saves 13% of  power with a smaller size and 44% lighter in weight
 
Digital panel control
The GPE-3060/6030 linear DC power supplies have a built-in digital panel control design. By long pressing and short pressing a single button, they provide efficient and user-friendly OVP (overvoltage protection) function. The OVP function provides overvoltage protection, and the panel lock function prevents voltage/current parameters from being tampered with by a third party to improve the protection of the DUT.
 
The voltage and current setting knobs are changed to Encoder Switches to make the setting more accurate. In addition, the On/Off output button has a backlight display, which makes it easier for users to identify the current operating status of the power supply.
 
Series/parallel operation function
In addition to the independent output between each channel, GPE-3060/6030 can perform series/parallel automatic connection tracking function. Through the parallel or series function, the output of the power supply can be controlled at 30V/12A (parallel) (GPE-3060) or 120V/3A (series) (GPE-6030) and this function can be used on CH1/CH2.
 
Optimization of heat dissipation
There are air inlet ducts in front of the panel to efficiently dissipate heat.  Temperature controlled fan can effectively reduce fan noise.
 
High measurement resolution (setting and readback functions)
With respect to high program resolution, GPE-3060 provides 10mV/2mA and GPE-6030 offers 20mV/1mA with a readback accuracy of 30mV/10mA. GPE-3060/6030 ensure that the power output is pure and stable. Users can easily apply the series to simulate the DUT with very small voltages or currents. Conventional low-resolution linear DC power supplies cannot achieve this function.
 
Panel output On/Off or rear panel remote control output On/Off function
GPE-3060/6030 provide the output On/Off function. This function can avoid unnecessary damage caused by pre-output when the DUT is connected to the power supply. Users can set the voltage and current parameters in advance and confirm all connections have been completed, and manually execute output On/Off function through the front panel. Furthermore, the series provides a simple analog control function to control external output On/Off through the Remote Control terminal on the rear panel.