OWON OEL8511

Last updated: November 9, 2026

OWON OEL8511
3.1/5#5 of 5 in electronic loads bench power supplies
3.1

A programmable 200 W load for benches that may later gang several units on RS485.

  • 150 V / 20 AOutput
  • 200 WPower
  • Electronic loadType
  • USB, RS232, RS485PC control
Check price at Amazon$399

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Pros
  • CC, CV, CR and CP modes
  • USB and RS232 with SCPI; RS485 links up to 10 units in parallel
Cons
  • Costs more than the OEL1530 for less power
  • Slower 5 kHz dynamic mode
  • No published warranty

How it scores

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Specifications

Model numberOEL8511
Output
TypeElectronic load
Channels1
Channel ratings150 V/20 A, 200 W
Max voltage150 V
Max current20 A
Rated power200 W
Dynamic mode5 kHz
Load modesCC, CV, CR, CP
Precision
Setting resolution1 mV / 1 mA
Readback resolution1 mV / 0.1 mA
Control
PC interfacesUSB, RS232, RS485
SCPIYes
Over-voltage protectionYes
Over-current protectionYes
Build
Weight9.3 lb

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