Version MKIII

This is the MKIII version of the LifePO4 module. It stands out from the MKII version by incorporating many technical improvements.

• New mode for the DC 5V output ( Continuous mode : the output remains active and bypasses the automatic shut down rules).
• PTC fuses are now replacing the protective resistors in order to considerably limit damage in the event of a critical error during use / assembly.
• The circuit has its copper thickness doubled in order to further reduce power supply noise and can now operate up to 6 3.3 V supply rails in total.
• Spacings are retro compatible with MKII specs

With the LifePO4 MKII, Ian Canada offers a consistent, high-performance battery power supply that is extremely complete in terms of functionality and modularity. Battery-powered power supplies are particularly suitable for HiFi use since they are totally passive and therefore do not induce any feedback. In addition, a power supply of this type offers a better transient load response and a much lower noise level. Ideal for supplying a clean power supply to an audio system and promoting the quality of its sound reproduction.

Polyvalence

The LifePO4 MKIII power supply integrates no less than 5 independent power rails to power several devices simultaneously. Two of these rails, galvanically isolated and protected against overcurrents and over-discharges, deliver a voltage of 3.3V and can, for example, power a clock or a DAC section. Two other rails are adjustable for 3.3V, 6.6V, 9.9V or 13.2V outputs. They are ideal for powering sensitive circuits or analog sections. Finally, an additional 5V 2A output, regulated by an LT3042 chip, allows it to supply a digital section. This last output is not isolated and can be activated or not.

OLED Screen & Control Panel

The LifePO4 power supply comes with an OLED display and control panel, which has been specifically developed by Ian Canada. This screen allows you to monitor the operation of the power supply with, in particular, the display of input/output voltages and currents or the load status. The control panel allows you to switch the device on or off, of course, but also to access the many configurable power supply options.

This panel containing the OLED screen and controls is also detachable from the main PCB, in order to allow an offset for integration of the power supply in a box. The cable for connecting in the event of an offset is therefore provided.

Configurable functions

The power supply module includes many extremely practical features, allowing you to adapt the product to your use. Access to these parameters is simple via the control panel and OLED display. It is thus possible to set a time of use before switching off in order to protect the batteries from possible over-discharge, to indicate an end of charge voltage, to activate or not the 5V power rail, to manage the automatic standby of the screen or to activate or not the current protection at start-up on the 3.3V outputs.

Bridge mode

Another very interesting feature is the possibility to bridge several LifePO4 modules in order to have more power rails and thus allow other devices to be powered. In addition, since all outputs (except additional outputs) are galvanically isolated, it is possible to connect power rails of different voltages in series to extend the voltage range.