Benchtop power supplies are power sources that allow engineers to simulate real world electrical conditions in lab environments. DC power is generated in a steady, unidirectional current, and can be utilized in all types of testing. A benchtop DC power supply unit is smaller than a standard DC power supply, making research and development testing more convenient. These instruments are ideal for powering integrated circuits, product testing and a variety of other applications, including fulfilling a wide range of test standards like IEC 61000, MIL-STD-704 and RS-485.