A programmable linear 30 V, 5 A supply for hobbyists who want PC control without paying lab-brand prices.
Amazon $129.99The Tekpower TP3005P is the better bench power supply overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The Tekpower TP3005P leads on PC control and protection & features. The Tekpower TP3005T wins on value. The Tekpower TP3005T costs $40 less ($89.99 vs $129.99).
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A simple linear 30 V, 5 A supply for beginners and repair benches on a tight budget.
Amazon $89.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the Tekpower TP3005P for PC control (USB vs no PC interface) and protection & features (over-current protection, stored setups vs over-current protection).
- Choose the Tekpower TP3005T for value ($0.60 per watt ($89.99, 150 W from the channel ratings) vs $0.87 per watt ($129.99, 150 W from the channel ratings)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single output bench power supply; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Tekpower TP3005P | Tekpower TP3005T |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 50 $0.87 per watt ($129.99, 150 W from the channel ratings) | 60 $0.60 per watt ($89.99, 150 W from the channel ratings) |
| Output quality 20% | 55 2 mVrms ripple and noise | 55 2 mVrms ripple and noise |
| Resolution 15% | 50 resolution not published (neutral score used) | 50 resolution not published (neutral score used) |
| PC control 15% | 50 USB | 0 no PC interface |
| Protection & features 10% | 50 over-current protection, stored setups | 30 over-current protection |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Tekpower TP3005P | Tekpower TP3005T | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Power supply | Power supply |
| Regulation | Linear | Linear |
| Channels | 1 | 1 |
| Channel ratings | 30 V/5 A | 30 V/5 A |
| Max voltage | 30 V | 30 V |
| Max current | 5 A | 5 A |
| Rated power | 150 W (channels added) | 150 W (channels added) |
| Ripple and noise | 2 mVrms | 2 mVrms |
| Control | ||
| PC interfaces | USB | None |
| Stored setups | 3 | - |
| Over-current protection | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11.7 lb | 11.7 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
