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Overview
GST40A18-P1J is the 18V output model of this series: rated current 2.22A, typical efficiency 89%. Type P1J: Standard model,2.1 φ x5.5 φ x11mm,C+,tuning fork type.
GST40A is a highly reliable, 40W desktop style single-output green adaptor series. This product is a classⅠ power unit (with FG), equipped with a standard IEC320-C14 AC inlet and adopting the input range from 90VAC to 264VAC. The entire series supplies different models with output voltages ranging between 5VDC and 48VDC that can satisfy the demands for various types of consumer electronic devices. With the efficiency up to 92% and the extremely low no-load power consumption below 0.075W,GST40A is compliant with USA EISA 2007/DoE,Canada NRCan,Australia and New Zealand MEPS,Korea K-MEPS,EU ErP and Code of Conduct (CoC) Version 5. The supreme feature allows the adaptor to save the energy when it is either under the operating mode or the standby mode. The entire series utilizes the 94V-0 flame retardant plastic case.GST40A is certified for the international safety regulations.
Features
- Global certificates
- Universal AC input / Full range
- 3 pole AC inlet IEC320-C14,ClassⅠpower unit
- No load power consumption< 0.075W
- Energy efficiency Level VI
- Comply with EISA 2007/DoE,NRCan,Korea K-MEPS, AU/NZ MEPS,EU ErP and CoC Version 5
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage
- Fully enclosed plastic case
- Pass LPS
- -30~+70℃ wide range working temperature
- LED indicator for power on
- Various DC plug quick adaptor accessory available (Plug kit sold sperately, please refer to : https://www.meanwell.com/upload/pdf/DC_plug.pdf)
- 3 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- SAFETY MODEL NO.
- GST40A18
- DC VOLTAGENote.2
- 18V
- RATED CURRENT
- 2.22A
- CURRENT RANGE
- 0 ~ 2.22A
- RATED POWER (max.)
- 40W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.3
- 120mVp-p
- VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.4
- ±3.0%
- LINE REGULATIONNote.5
- ±1.0%
- LOAD REGULATION
- ±3.0%
- SETUP, RISE TIMENote.6
- 1000ms, 50ms / 230VAC 1000ms, 50ms / 115VAC at full load
- HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
- 50ms / 230VAC 15ms / 115VAC at full load
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGE
- 90 ~ 264VAC
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 89%
- AC CURRENT (Typ.)
- 1A / 115VAC 0.5A / 230VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT (max.)
- Cold start 35A / 115AC 65A / 230VAC
- LEAKAGE CURRENT(max.)
- 0.75mA / 240VAC
PROTECTION
- OVERLOAD
- 105 ~ 150% rated output power Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 18.9 ~ 24.3V Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -30 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.03% / ℃ (0~50℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC (Note. 9)
- SAFETY STANDARDSNote. 7
- UL62368-1, CSA C22.2 No.62368-1, TUV BS EN//EN62368-1, BSMI CNS 15598-1 , CCC GB4943.1, PSE J62368-1, AS/NZS 62368.1,BIS IS13252, KC K60950-1, EAC TP TC 004 approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:3KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:0.5KVAC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
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Parameter Standard Test Level Conducted emission BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32),FCC PART 15 / CISPR22 CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B),CNS15936,GB17625.1 EAC TP TC 020,MSIP KN32 Class B Radiated emission BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32),FCC PART 15 / CISPR22 CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B),CNS15936,GB17625.1 EAC TP TC 020,MSIP KN32 Class B Harmonic current BS EN/EN61000-3-2,GB9254 Class A Voltage flicker BS EN/EN61000-3-3 - EMC IMMUNITY
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BS EN/EN55035
Parameter Standard Test Level ESD BS EN/EN61000-4-2 Level 4, 15KV air; Level 4, 8KV contact RF field susceptibility BS EN/EN61000-4-3 Level 2, 3V/m EFT bursts BS EN/EN61000-4-4 Level 2, 1KV Surge susceptibility BS EN/EN61000-4-5 Level 3, 1KV/Line-Line , 2KV/Line-FG Conducted susceptibility BS EN/EN61000-4-6 Level 2, 3V Magnetic field immunity BS EN/EN61000-4-8 Level 2, 3A/m Voltage dips , interruption BS EN/EN61000-4-11 >95% dip 0. 5 periods, 30% dip 25 periods, >95% interruptions 250 periods
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 3493.6K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 728.2K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 125*50*31.5mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 0.28Kg; 40pcs/12.02Kg/1.04CUFT
CONNECTOR
- PLUG
- See page 4~5 ; Other type available by customer requested
- CABLE
- See page 4~5 ; Other type available by customer requested
MODEL ENCODING
- P1J (this model)
- Standard model,2.1 φ x5.5 φ x11mm,C+,tuning fork type
- Blank
- Other options available by customer requested (see Page 4~5)
Test conditions and notes8
- 1. All parameters are specified at 230VAC input, rated load, 25℃ 70% RH ambient.
- 2. DC voltage: The output voltage set at point measure by plug terminal & 50% load.
- 3. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz by using a 12" twisted pair terminated with a 0.1μF & 47μF capacitor.
- 4. Tolerance: includes set up tolerance, line regulation, load regulation.
- 5. Line regulation is measured from low line to high line at rated load.
- 6. Length of set up time is measured at first cold start. Turning ON/OFF the power supply may lead to increase of the set up time.
- 7. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
- 8. The power supply is considered as an independent unit, but the final equipment still need to re-confirm that the whole system complies with the EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.” (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Consumer electronic devices
- Telecommunication devices
- Office facilities
- Industrial equipments
Downloads
Datasheet1
Certificates4
Test reports1
FAQ
Can I use the GST40A18-P1J for an 18V industrial control or embedded application?
Yes, if the load is designed for constant 18V DC and stays within 40W. This power supply provides 18V output at up to 2.22A and accepts 90-264VAC input for standard AC-powered environments.
Is this suitable for 18V test equipment or bench electronics that need a fixed DC output?
It can be used for bench or test devices that require regulated 18V constant voltage. The load needs to remain at or below 2.22A and within the 40W rating.
Will this work for compact 18V automation, monitoring, or interface hardware?
It is appropriate for compact 18V automation or monitoring hardware when the total demand does not exceed 40W. With 18V output and 2.22A maximum current, it is intended for lower-power 18V loads rather than heavy industrial devices.
Can this 18V model power an embedded controller or communications device that calls for 18V DC?
Yes, provided the equipment is specified for a constant 18V supply and draws no more than 2.22A. The wide 90-264VAC input range is useful where the upstream AC source may vary across common mains standards.
Is the GST40A18-P1J meant for outdoor installations?
The temperature range is specified as -30°C to +70°C, but no IP rating is listed in the published specs. That supports use where ambient temperature is a concern, but it does not state protection against water or dust exposure.
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