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A single output external power supply which is covered by MEPS is defined as a unit which:. _) @9 z5 _) q: I
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has an input from mains supply (usually 110 V, 60 Hz; 230 V, 50 Hz; 240 V, 50 Hz or a range including some or all of these input conditions); and # j5 A$ y6 ?1 `5 ?/ s& L, o$ p
has one ELV output (either a.c. or d.c.) that is either at a fixed voltage or user selectable through a selector switch; and " E4 z( T" \! p. O3 q2 t
is sold with, or intended to be used with, a separate end-use product that constitutes the primary load; and
7 X4 f# Z. o; X" [* h( l8 Mis contained in a separate physical enclosure from the end-use product (i.e. the housings of the power supply and its associated product are different, not their retail packaging); and 2 o$ @3 I, I5 M( {$ D4 g' A* I
is connected to the end use product via a hard-wired or removable male/female electrical connection, cable, cord or other wiring; and " Q& S9 L# w: ]
does not have batteries or battery packs that physically attach directly to the power supply unit (including those that are removable e.g. a battery pack for a portable electric drill); and
! Q' ?% ]; \7 j2 m! z/ ^does not have a battery chemistry or type selector switch and an indicator light or state of charge meter. |
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