The Sorensen Asterion DC Half-Rack Series
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The Sorensen Asterion DC Half-Rack Series by AMETEK Programmable Power delivers the intelligence, flexibility, and precision of the proven Asterion platform in a compact 1U half-rack form factor. Designed as a more affordable entry point into the Asterion family, the Half-Rack Series provides 1.7 kW of programmable DC output power while maintaining the advanced control, connectivity, and reliability required for modern test environments.
Available in both Fixed Range and Auto-ranging models, the Asterion DC Half-Rack allows users to balance cost, performance, and flexibility:
Fixed Range models offer an economical solution for applications with well-defined voltage and current requirements.
Auto-ranging models provide expanded voltage and current coverage at full power, reducing the need to purchase multiple supplies.
With its high power density, intuitive touchscreen interface, and broad control interface support, the Asterion DC Half-Rack is ideal for customers who need Asterion-class performance in a smaller, more cost-effective package.
Advanced Features
High power density 1.7 kW DC power supply in a 1U half-rack chassis
Available in Fixed Range or Auto-ranging output configurations
Intuitive front panel touchscreen with rotary encoder control
Constant Voltage (CV), Constant Current (CC), and Constant Power (CP) operating modes
Full remote control via DC Virtual Panels™ graphical user interface
Multi-language display for global operation
Parallel capability for higher power systems
Optional isolated analog programming and monitoring
Applications
Product Validation
Compliance Testing
Battery and power device testing
Automotive electronicsTelecommunications
Commercial electronics
Research and development laboratories
Rack-mount test systems
The Asterion DC Half-Rack Series can be operated locally from its intuitive front panel touchscreen or remotely through standard digital control interfaces. Users can program, monitor, and control the supply using Ethernet (LXI compliant), USB, RS232, Optional GPIB, or EtherCAT. The touchscreen menu structure provides quick access to Dashboard monitoring, output programming, measurements, ramp functions, configuration settings, and system status. A dynamic rate-change algorithm enables precise fine adjustments while allowing rapid changes across the full operating range.