Applications

The 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 Autorunning models, the Asterion DC Half-Rack allows users to balance cost, performance, and flexibility:

Voltage: 40 V, 60 V, 80 V, 100 V, 150 V, 200 V, 300 V, 400 V & 600 V

Power: 1.7kW

Advanced Features

• High power density 1.7 kW DC power supply in a 1U half-rack chassis
• Available in Fixed Range or Autoranging 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

Control via Front Panel Touchscreen & Digital Interfaces

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.

Applications

Automated test equipment (ATE)

Product validation and compliance testing

Battery and power device testing

Product validation and compliance testing

Research and development laboratories

Asterion DC Virtual Panels (Graphical User Interface)

Asterion DC Virtual Panels provide a powerful graphical user interface for remote operation of the Half Rack Series. All functions available on the front panel—including output programming, monitoring, sequencing, and configuration—can be accessed remotely, enabling flexible integration into automated test systems and remote labs.