As the use of electronic automotive components increases every year, a growing number of voltage variations must be tested using different voltage patterns.

DC Power Supply

How Kikusui helped a small company gain big company testing capabilities to speed production…and save money, too.

Published: June 2022 Please check the publication date of this article. The information on products, pricing, and technology may not reflect the latest updates.

The Solution

Key Aspects of the Solution

  • A bipolar DC regulated power supply that can be introduced at a price that is one tenth of that of the dedicated system.
  • The fact that it was introduced to large manufacturers suggested that it would enable Company L to conduct a test comparable with that of its customer in terms of accuracy.

At one-tenth the price of a dedicated system, a Kikusui PBZ bipolar DC regulated power supply can perform voltage variations tests with the accuracy major auto manufacturers require.

After failing to solve the problem despite his best efforts, Mr. A consulted his customer, who told him about the device they were using. “Each of our engineers is provided with a PBZ unit to support development efforts,” he said. “They offer extensive functions with world-leading rapid response performance.”

PBZ regulated power supplies are used by many Japanese auto makers as well as component manufacturers because they enable testing using simulated real waveforms, increasing overall product quality.

Small enough to be placed on a table, PBZ units eliminate installation space issues. Mr. A was convinced it was the right solution and soon received approval from Company L’s management.

The introduction of the PBZ dramatically changed Company L’s development environment. The next time they received new waveform test instructions they were able to start in-house immediately, without waiting for an available date from a test center.

“Our PBZ drastically shortened the development period, reduced defect rates, and cut total costs.” said Mr. A.

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