Description
BTS PS1200 Power Controller 0-300 VAC 13A Actinic Systems For Parts
The BTS PS1200 is a benchtop variable AC power controller manufactured by BTS Inc. under license from Actinic Systems, Inc. It is designed to provide a continuously variable AC output from 0 to 300 VAC at up to 13 amperes, with front-panel analog meters displaying both output voltage and current. The unit includes a Cramer mechanical hour meter for tracking run time.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: BTS PS1200
- Manufacturer: BTS Inc., licensed from Actinic Systems, Inc.
- Output Voltage Range: 0–300 VAC (variable)
- Output Current: 13 Amps Max.
- Input Voltage: 100–120 Volts AC
- Input Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Phase: Single Phase
- Front Panel: Dual Allied Electronics analog meters — AC Amperes (0–15A) and AC Volts (0–300V)
- Front Panel: POWER indicator (red LED/lamp), toggle power switch
- Front Panel: Cramer mechanical hours counter
- Rear Connectors: J1 — IEC C14 AC inlet; J2 — 2-position terminal block; J3 — duplex NEMA 5-15R AC outlet; J4 — multi-pin output connector
- Cooling: Rear-mounted axial fan
- Form Factor: Benchtop enclosure
- Country of Manufacture: USA
Applications
The BTS PS1200 is a variable AC power controller of the type historically used to drive actinic (UV/visible spectrum) lighting systems in photolithography, UV exposure, and controlled-illumination laboratory environments — applications where precise, adjustable AC voltage is required to regulate lamp intensity. Units of this class also see use on laboratory benches for general variable-voltage AC testing, burn-in testing of AC-powered devices, and equipment requiring soft-start or voltage sweep capabilities. BTS Inc. produced the PS1200 under license from Actinic Systems, Inc., a company associated with controlled-spectrum lighting for scientific and photographic applications.
This BTS PS1200 Variable AC Power Controller is being sold as-is for parts or repair. The unit does power on; however, the POWER indicator light flickers and we were unable to fully test it. The front-panel AC voltmeter reads beyond its 300 VAC maximum scale, and the unit appears to be outputting approximately 320–340 VAC — outside its rated operating range. Due to this abnormal behavior, it cannot be confirmed functional and is listed strictly in as-is, for-parts condition with no functionality guarantee. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
BTS Inc. |
Model: |
PS1200 |
MPN: |
PS1200 |
Type: |
Variable AC Power Controller |
SKU: |
49752 |
Condition: |
As-Is / For Parts or Not Working |
Output Voltage Range: |
0–300 VAC |
Current Rating: |
13 Amps Max. |
Input Voltage: |
100–120 Volts AC |
Frequency: |
50/60 Hz |
Phase: |
Single Phase |
Front Panel Meters: |
AC Amperes (0–15A), AC Volts (0–300V) |
Hour Meter: |
Cramer mechanical hours counter |
Rear Connectors: |
J1 IEC inlet, J2 terminal block, J3 duplex outlet, J4 multi-pin connector |
Cooling: |
Rear-mounted axial fan |
Licensed From: |
Actinic Systems, Inc. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop |
Seller Notes: |
Sold as-is for parts or repair. Unit powers on but outputs over-range voltage (~320–340 VAC). |
Condition Notes: |
BTS PS1200 Power Controller sold as-is for parts/repair. Powers on but POWER light flickers; front voltmeter maxes beyond 300 VAC scale; unit outputting ~320–340 VAC. Not functional. No guarantee. |
