I'm a novice on power supplies, so please bare with me. I am looking for a multiple output power supply (115VAC to DC) that can supply DC power to three 12v 2A loads (these being a small motor and two solenoid valves). Is there such a power supply that can do this? Please advise. Thanks!

 

I am looking for a multiple output power supply (115VAC to DC) that can supply DC power to three 12v 2A loads (these being a small motor and two solenoid valves).

Why do you think you need a supply with multiple outputs?

 

I'm a novice on power supplies, so please bare with me.

I can 'bear' with you but I draw the line at getting naked!
BTW you most likely do not require regulated supply(s) if the loads are just as listed.
per @dl324, if you don't need more than one supply a simple 24v transformer and rectified output may all you require, i.e. no cap needed.

 

I can 'bear' with you but I draw the line at getting naked!
BTW you most likely do not require regulated supply(s) if the loads are just as listed.
per @dl324, if you don't need more than one supply a simple 24v transformer and rectified output may all you require, i.e. no cap needed.

I'm creating a control box that controls the three items mentioned. I would like to have them powered by one power supply, if possible. Being new to this field of electronics, I'm not sure how to go about it. Can you suggest a specific product to use? I already have a single output, 24V, 6.5A, switching power supply from a past project. Not sure if that would work for me.

PS...I think "bare" is the proper usage of that well-worn phrase. I certainly don't wanna be getting naked here.

 

Why do you think you need a supply with multiple outputs?

Please see my reply in this thread. Thanks!

 

Factory-built Power-Supplies are readily available,
but they don't come with Switches and multiple separate Outputs,
You have to construct a Box to your needs.
How good are You at DIY Projects ?

 

PS...I think "bare" is the proper usage of that well-worn phrase. I certainly don't wanna be getting naked here.

The internet somehow thinks otherwise by the look of it!

"Bear with me or bare with me: which is correct? Well, the long and short of it is that, in its verb form, "bare" means to reveal or uncover. "Reveal with me," doesn't quite have the intended meaning of "hold on a moment." Consequently, "bear with me" is the correct spelling of this common phrase"

The switching supply may work for, especially if the total duty cycle of all the devices is low enough.
i.e., Not all at maximum current draw at any one time.
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I'm a novice on power supplies, so please bare with me. I am looking for a multiple output power supply (115VAC to DC) that can supply DC power to three 12v 2A loads (these being a small motor and two solenoid valves). Is there such a power supply that can do this? Please advise. Thanks!

3 x 12V 2A loads = 12V 6A load.
Simple Google search gave me this example, 12V 10A:
https://www.amazon.com/ALITOVE-Conv...+to+12v+dc+power+supply&qid=1631531058&sr=8-3

 

Any of the multitude of cheap, far east, 12v 6 - 10A SMPS will probably do the job, or a Meanwell brand if you want a branded solution. But to be sure, your question is too simplistic; most electromagnetic devices like motor and solenoids have inrush/star current and run/holding current specifications. You can save quite a bit of money on power supplies if you understand, and work with, those figures rather than sizing for the total 'headline' worst case.

Is 2A the run or start current for the motor? What are the specs of the motor, solenoids? Can you post links?

 

Factory-built Power-Supplies are readily available,
but they don't come with Switches and multiple separate Outputs,
You have to construct a Box to your needs.
How good are You at DIY Projects ?

Thanks to all for the helpful guidance. I did purchase a 12v 12.5A switching power supply (Mean Well) along with a pre-made control panel box. All works very well. I'm much better versed on power supplies and their specifications.