Watlow PPC-2000 - Manual (Page 37)

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Hardware Installation
This section describes how to install your PPC system
hardware. It provides detailed instructions for each component
and peripheral item. Read this chapter before installing your
PPC-2000 system.
Power Supply Requirements
Watlow Anafaze provides the PPC-IPS2 power supply for the
PPC-2000 system. This unit supplies sufficient current for a
processor and various combinations of I/O modules. For
specification information on the power supply, refer to Chapter
7, Specifications.
Any power supply connected to the PPC-2000 should meet
these requirements:
• Transformer isolation
• Reliable operation without noise or feedback
• Provides specified voltage and current
• UL Listed
• Suitable for use in a 60°C ambient environment
Regardless of which power supply you use, you must provide
sufficient current in the specified voltage range, 10-28Vdc. The
current requirement depends on the type and number of
modules used. A separate power supply is required for each
controller. Use Table 2.1 on page 14 to calculate the current
requirements for your system.