Re: Parallel Connecting Two Identical Switching PSUs

Mar 25, 2007 0 Replies


If electronics has been your hobbly or


> profession for many years, I'm sure you've
> connected two identical linear regulators.
> An example would be connecting two 5 amp
> LM338 regulators to produce a 10 amp supply.
>
> I've never done this with identical switchmode
> regulators, and I'm wondering if it's practical
> or even possible?
>
> I've got two 20 volt - 3 amp brick style (also
> called table-top) switching power supplies.
> I'd like to combine the ouputs. In effect,
> you would end up with an 20 volt - 6 amp
> supply.
>
> They are manufactured by Pihong.
> Model No. PSA60W-200.
>

No no no, it's not a very auspicious start.



We just don't do that sort of stuff.



I've already reported you to snipped-for-privacy@google.com but (un)fortunately they won't pay attention.



Stop being obsequious.



Obviously you need N-1 diode redundancy and a PID contoller.



The PIC men will be along later to sort you out.



DNA


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