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Samlex RPS-1204 Compact 6 Amp Linear Regulated DC Power Supply in Very Nice Condition

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MPN:
RPS 1204
Condition:
Used
Shipping:
$16.00 (Fixed Shipping Cost)
  • Very good to excellent condition Samlex RPS-1204 regulated 13.8V DC power supply (4A continuous / 6A surge). Fully tested and working — ideal for CB radios, ham transceivers, scanners, and other 12V communications gear. Features precision regulation, low ripple, binding posts, on/off switch, and short-circuit/over-voltage protection. Compact linear design with minimal RF noise.
  • Very good to excellent condition Samlex RPS-1204 regulated 13.8V DC power supply (4A continuous / 6A surge). Fully tested and working — ideal for CB radios, ham transceivers, scanners, and other 12V communications gear. Features precision regulation, low ripple, binding posts, on/off switch, and short-circuit/over-voltage protection. Compact linear design with minimal RF noise.
  • Very good to excellent condition Samlex RPS-1204 regulated 13.8V DC power supply (4A continuous / 6A surge). Fully tested and working — ideal for CB radios, ham transceivers, scanners, and other 12V communications gear. Features precision regulation, low ripple, binding posts, on/off switch, and short-circuit/over-voltage protection. Compact linear design with minimal RF noise.
  • Very good to excellent condition Samlex RPS-1204 regulated 13.8V DC power supply (4A continuous / 6A surge). Fully tested and working — ideal for CB radios, ham transceivers, scanners, and other 12V communications gear. Features precision regulation, low ripple, binding posts, on/off switch, and short-circuit/over-voltage protection. Compact linear design with minimal RF noise.
  • Very good to excellent condition Samlex RPS-1204 regulated 13.8V DC power supply (4A continuous / 6A surge). Fully tested and working — ideal for CB radios, ham transceivers, scanners, and other 12V communications gear. Features precision regulation, low ripple, binding posts, on/off switch, and short-circuit/over-voltage protection. Compact linear design with minimal RF noise.
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Samlex RPS-1204 Compact 6 Amp Linear Regulated DC Power Supply in Very Nice Condition

 This is a very well built power supply with ventilated cabinet and a nice large heatsync on the pass transistor. 

 There is a terminal and cigarette lighter hook up jacks on the front panel. 

 The manual is included

Samlex RPS-1204 (often listed as RPS-1204CPBT or similar variants) is a compact linear regulated DC power supply designed primarily for communications equipment like CB radios, ham transceivers, two-way radios, and other 12V/13.8V devices. It is a classic transformer-based linear supply known for low noise/RFI (important for radio use), solid regulation, and reliability.
 
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Key Specifications
  • Input: 110-120 VAC, 60 Hz (some variants support 220V)
  • Output: 13.8 VDC ±0.05V (fixed, precision regulated)
  • Current: 4 Amps continuous / 6 Amps surge (ICS - Intermittent Communication Service, typically 50% duty cycle for 5 minutes)
  • Ripple: Low peak-to-peak (<10 mV)
  • Protection: Short circuit, overload, over-voltage, over-current (electronic)
  • Features: Binding post terminals (red/black), often includes a cigarette lighter socket (CPBT variant), on/off switch, external fuse access (1A input fuse), metal case with heatsink
  • Dimensions: Approx. 3.5" H x 5.1" W x 7.3" D
  • Weight: Around 5-5.5 lbs shipping weight
  • Design: Linear (not switching), quiet for RF-sensitive applications
It is well-regarded for stable voltage under load, minimal RF interference, and durability in ham/CB setups.
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