American Magnetics 12200PS DC Power Supply (CE-Marked) - Manual (Page 30)

OPERATING MANUAL INSTALLATION
Release 1.0 (98/07) 2-15
2.7.4 Connecting Single Loads
Figure 2.7-5 and Figure 2.7-6 show recommended load and sensing connections for single loads. Local sense
lines shown are default connections at the rear panel J10 sense connector as identified on Figure 2.3-2.
You do not need remote sensing for basic operation of your supply. However, if you wish to correct any small
drops in your load lines, then use the remote sensing feature. See Section 2.8 Local and Remote Sensing for
more information.
Figure 2.7-5 Single Load with Local Sensing (Default)
Figure 2.7-6 Single Load with Remote Sensing
2.7.5 Connecting Multiple Loads
Proper connection of distributed loads is an important aspect of power supply use. Two common methods of
connection are the parallel power distribution method and the radial power distribution method.
Parallel Power Distribution
This distribution method involves connecting leads from the power supply to one load, from that load to the next
load, and so on for each load in the system. This method results in the voltage at each load depending on the
current drawn by the other loads and allows DC ground loops to develop. Except for low current applications,
we do not recommend using this method.