First power supply

[revtintin]

Hi, new to electronics and was thinking of getting my first bench power supply. I noted from reading that eBay could be a great place for picking up a used one (HP?). My issue is that I live in a country where the AC is 220-240V. Can anyone suggest possible models for a beginner? Thanks.

[MosherIV]

Bargin HP is harder to find here in europe, they are around but not cheap or common.
Shipping from USA is expensive, plus you would have to make sure it is dual voltage.

Try looking for Thurlby/TTI, Weir or Farnell PSUs
The Thurlby PL320 is a classic 30V 1 or 2A linear with voltage, current control and it has an output on/off switch, perfect for a beginner.
They are very common on ebay, just make sure seller says is in PERFECT WORKING ORDER, there are plenty with faults.

 

[revtintin]

Bargin HP is harder to find here in europe, they are around but not cheap or common.
Shipping from USA is expensive, plus you would have to make sure it is dual voltage.

Try looking for Thurlby/TTI, Weir or Farnell PSUs
The Thurlby PL320 is a classic 30V 1 or 2A linear with voltage, current control and it has an output on/off switch, perfect for a beginner.
They are very common on ebay, just make sure seller says is in PERFECT WORKING ORDER, there are plenty with faults.

Good point on the shipping... I'll look for those as you said. Thanks!

[macboy]

+1 on both TTi (Thurlby) and Farnell (Wayne Kerr). I have a couple of each, and they are as good as my various HP supplies. In fact I've decided to keep the TTi and Farnell supplies and sell some of my HPs since the HPs have so much more resale value (good if you're selling, not so much if you are buying).