Overview
The Sangamo K30 high voltage power supply is a vintage-era unit designed to generate consistent 3kV DC output with 5mA capacity from a standard 115VAC source. This adjustable power supply is built for laboratory, testing, measurement, and diagnostic applications where stable high-voltage power is required. The Sangamo K30 represents proven industrial-grade electronics from an established manufacturer of electrical instrumentation.
Key Features
- Fixed 3kV DC output voltage with 5mA maximum current
- Standard 115VAC AC input (single-phase)
- Adjustable output for flexible voltage tuning
- Compact, rugged metal chassis construction
- Suitable for photomultiplier tubes, X-ray equipment, and high-field applications
- Vintage design with proven reliability in laboratory settings
Technical Specifications
| Output Voltage | 3kV DC |
| Maximum Output Current | 5mA DC |
| Input Voltage | 115VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Output Type | Adjustable DC |
| Manufacturer | Sangamo |
| Model | K30 |
| Application Category | High-Voltage Testing & Measurement |
| Form Factor | Benchtop / Rack-mount capable |
Typical Applications
- Photomultiplier Tube (PMT) bias supply: Provides stable high-voltage bias for radiation detection and spectroscopy
- X-ray and vacuum tube testing: Powers cathode-ray tubes and similar vacuum electron devices
- Laboratory measurement: Calibration and testing of high-voltage instrumentation
- Inspection and diagnostics: General-purpose high-voltage testing in industrial and medical equipment service
- Educational use: Suitable for physics and electronics demonstrations in academic settings
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Laboratory test benches and measurement setups
- Photomultiplier tube detector systems
- X-ray tube bias applications
- Vacuum tube test equipment
- High-field scientific instruments requiring ≤3kV DC bias
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
As a vintage unit, direct modern equivalents are limited. The Sangamo K30 may be replaced by contemporary adjustable high-voltage DC power supplies in the 3kV output class from manufacturers such as Spellman, Matsusada, or TDK, depending on exact pinout and form-factor requirements. Verify compatibility with your original equipment specification before ordering a replacement.
Works With
- Standard 115VAC, 50/60Hz single-phase AC mains
- Photomultiplier tube assemblies
- Vacuum instrumentation requiring high-voltage DC bias
- Oscilloscope high-voltage circuits (when used as accessory supply)
