RD Riden RD6012: 12A, 60V CC/CV benchtop power supply (with WIFI / USB connectivity)

[Dzl]

EDIT: EARLIER POST ON THIS PRODUCT LINE

I don't own this power supply, but it looks very cool as far as budget Chinese Benchtop power supplies go and seems to be pretty well reviewed by a handful of youtubers.

First, this is not a traditional benchtop supply. its a modular design that can be bought as a package or pieced together separately.

The main component is a DC-DC benchtop cc/cv power supply, this together with a simple AC-DC power supply gives the functionality of a traditional benchtop power supply

What makes this system cool, is:
(1) Wifi / USB connectivity (can be monitored or configured via PC, android or IOS)
(2) Works with a wide range of AC-DC power supplies, including old laptop power bricks or meanwell type supplies (output voltage will be limited to the < the input voltage)
(3) Wide input and output voltage range (input = 6-70 volts, output = 0-60 volts), meaning it could be useful for 3.2v cells, or 12v / 24v / 48v packs.
(4) Price, for the DC-DC component only, its ~$65 for the non-wifi version, or ~$70 for the wifi version. AC-DC power supply can be as cheap or expensive as you want.


Spec Sheet:

56.25US $ 25% OFF|Rd Rd6012 Rd6012w Usb Wifi Dc To Dc Voltage Step Down Bench Power Supply Adjustable Buck Converter Voltmeter 60v 12a - Multimeters - AliExpress

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As far as value oriented chinese manufacturers go, this seems like a pretty decent company. The translations and product details given are above average. I can't comment on the app for this specific product, but I own a little USB-C voltage/current tester from the same company and have found it to work well in my very limited testing so far and find that app to be usable (no issues so far).

Anyone have any experience with this product?

 

[snoobler]

New bench power supply

Thought some of you might like a look at the bench supply I purchased to balance my Lifepo4, nice colour display and only $60 / £55 Its app and PC controllable which means you can monitor remotely, has built in wifi and has battery temperature probes and provides graphing and data logging...

diysolarforum.com

 

[Dzl]

New bench power supply

Thought some of you might like a look at the bench supply I purchased to balance my Lifepo4, nice colour display and only $60 / £55 Its app and PC controllable which means you can monitor remotely, has built in wifi and has battery temperature probes and provides graphing and data logging...

diysolarforum.com

Hah.. Sooo, not only did a thread on this product already exist.. But I actually commented multiple times in that other thread and still somehow had no recollection...

 

[snoobler]

I thought I'd let you discover that for yourself.

Welcome to my world.

 

[Samsonite801]

Just to make note (for those who may not be aware), there is an earlier version of this called the RD6006 / RD6006w, which is a 6A version, and the later version, the RD6012 / RD6012w, which is 12A rated. I just ordered the RD6012w, which is the 12A version, which the 'w' means it includes the wireless bluetooth adapter so you can use the phone app. I bought the kit which comes with the main RD6012w buck converter panel unit, S12A case, and S800-70 power supply.

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I guess you don't want to push it quite all the way to its limit though (550w-600w is about max to pull safely in stock configuration). I found this guy on You Tube who pushed it all the way and blew out the 'steering diode' in the S800-70 power supply, and in the below video, he shows how to repair it and beef up the weak link by replacing the blown diode with 2 in parallel to get more current handling and lower temp per component. The part is a MUR30CT60 steering diode. The heat sink and circuit board has provisions for 3 of these (with only single one mounted in the middle slot), where he replaces the blown one with 2 of them and puts them on the end slots instead. He also warns not to put 3 in so it doesn't overload the HF signal generator.

The above is Part 3 of 4 part series. You may opt to watch all 4. He also explains in Part 4 how to do fan speed mod to quiet down the noisy case fan a bit.

Hope this helps, I just figured out all this stuff since ordering mine (I haven't received my order yet), so I figured if it could save someone else the research to optimize their units, then that'd be great... If you don't plan to push more than 550w-600w, then you don't need to worry about making the mod, but should still be aware, since there is no safety to disable you from doing it, then it will blow (unless the PSU manufacturer has fixed this bug already).

 

[Gazoo]

The latest is an 18 amp version. I have the 12 amp version and like it.

 

[Dzl]

Just found the 18A version, quite reasonably priced compared with the other models. ~$77 for DC-DC portion only

67.5US $ 25% OFF|Rd Ruiden Rd6018 Rd6018w 60v 18a Usb Wifi Dc Dc Adjustable Step Down Voltage Bench Power Supply Buck Converter &1000w Ac Dc Psu - Switching Power Supply - AliExpress

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[MagicToolbox]

Does anyone have the appropriate drivers that allow the USB connection to a PC? I got a DPS5012 with the USB board, but get error messages when I tried to load the app.

 

[Dzl]

Does anyone have the appropriate drivers that allow the USB connection to a PC? I got a DPS5012 with the USB board, but get error messages when I tried to load the app.

What OS?

 

[Dzl]

Copy pasted from the product description on Aliexpress (for the 18A model):
Try the top few links
(of course the normal caution of installing software from unknown sources applies, but in this case there may be no alternative, and it appears to be from teh manufacturers aliexpress account).

All RD6018/RD6018W instruction and case installation instruction download Link :

1, RD6018(W) operation instructon, PC software instruction , APP instruction ,APP and PC software download link:

A: Main download llink : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1V0l6P1sIJilN1yBOsTO9YGLVdkuO0cX9?usp=sharing

B: Mediafire:http://www.mediafire.com/folder/xc2v831oqj98g/RD6018

C: Back up download link : http://www.ruidengkeji.com/rdupdate/software/RidenPower/RidenPowerSupply_V1.0.0.8.rar

2, Android APP: download at file link： https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1V0l6P1sIJilN1yBOsTO9YGLVdkuO0cX9?usp=sharing, Support android 5.0 -android 10.0

IOS APP download: Search RdPower to download , support IOS10.0-IOS13.4 System

Android APP Google Play download :Search RdPower to download , support Android 5.0 and above phone

3, RD6018 and S800 case assemble instruction : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1V0l6P1sIJilN1yBOsTO9YGLVdkuO0cX9?usp=sharing

4, RD6018/RD6018W Operation instruction video(similar to RD6006):

5, RD6018/RD6018W test video link:

Instruction video for manual：

a.Battery Charging Function Introduction:

b.Output Voltage and Output Current Setting:

c.Data Group Quick Storage and Call out:

d.Keypad lock and unlock: https://youtu.be/zxpmasJyQ6Y

e.System Setting: https://youtu.be/Q9d3rIgIrOc

f.Main Page Style Setting: https://youtu.be/f51VDiY2VHE

g:Storage Data Setting: https://youtu.be/i1kTeurS13I

h:System Information: https://youtu.be/Um4NQObeeJE

i:IOS APP Download, Installation and Connection: https://youtu.be/nH2HYwop0TE

j:IOS APP Operation: https://youtu.be/lXSw1CM9IY8

k:Android APP Download, Installation and Connection: https://youtu.be/QwyBEUCnp9c

l:Anroid APP Operation: https://youtu.be/hqrF4keTfbE

mC Software Download and basic operation: https://youtu.be/mjt1RMaah1Y

o:Firmware Upgrade: https://youtu.be/NOoLfDw0DiY

p:Calibration: https://youtu.be/c9sn1wY2mjE

q:Logo Update: https://youtu.be/vuVhBsohWts

r: RD6018 wifi connection Problem and solution: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sTtc1kweJM

Note before buying:

1, RD6018 series has two versions: RD6018 and RD6018-W,RD6018-W have WIFI board , RD6018 don't have . RD6018-W can use WIFI board to connect APP, also use USB micro cable to connect PC solftware . RD6018 don't have WIFI board, only support PC software by connecting with USB micro cable, no support APP. For wifi board to connect PC software, now it did not support.
Note: WiFi connection is a test function, due to poor compatibility of some computers, if you cannot connect PC software via WiFi, please ignore this function. For this function, we do not provide any guarantee and technical support, and we will decide whether to keep this function based on customer feedback.

2, for PC software, it only support win 7 and above for now. For APP, it only support android 5.0 and above. For APP and PC software, because there may be incompatibilities problems, please download first before buying , if you can download and install, you can make order, or else stop buying. If you don't test the PC software and APP function before buying and find that the products works fine except the PC software or APP, we refuse to refund.

3, RD6018 has only S800 case, only case, not containing any power supply. some pictures show installation finished by RD6018 , switch power and case .

For S800 case, it is just case, not conntaining any power supply, but it is suitable for RD6018/RD6018W and AC-DC 800w 65V switch power supply, you can buy them seperately to assemble easy.

assemble instruction in English : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1V0l6P1sIJilN1yBOsTO9YGLVdkuO0cX9?usp=sharing

S800 assembly video:to be uploaded

 

[MagicToolbox]

Sorry, that would have been helpful...

Windows 10 64 bit.

 

[Gazoo]

From the manual:

The first time you use this software, you need to install the driver program first, you need to click CH341SER to install the driver, the insert a Micro USB cable into RD6006/RD6012 and wait for the computer to install

RD6012 - Google Drive

drive.google.com

 

[Just John]

Just to make note (for those who may not be aware), there is an earlier version of this called the RD6006 / RD6006w, which is a 6A version, and the later version, the RD6012 / RD6012w, which is 12A rated. I just ordered the RD6012w, which is the 12A version, which the 'w' means it includes the wireless bluetooth adapter so you can use the phone app. I bought the kit which comes with the main RD6012w buck converter panel unit, S12A case, and S800-70 power supply.

60.0US $ 20% OFF|Rd Rd6012 Rd6012w Usb Wifi Dc To Dc Voltage Step Down Bench Power Supply Adjustable Buck Converter Voltmeter 60v 12a - Multimeters - AliExpress

Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

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I guess you don't want to push it quite all the way to its limit though (550w-600w is about max to pull safely in stock configuration). I found this guy on You Tube who pushed it all the way and blew out the 'steering diode' in the S800-70 power supply, and in the below video, he shows how to repair it and beef up the weak link by replacing the blown diode with 2 in parallel to get more current handling and lower temp per component. The part is a MUR30CT60 steering diode. The heat sink and circuit board has provisions for 3 of these (with only single one mounted in the middle slot), where he replaces the blown one with 2 of them and puts them on the end slots instead. He also warns not to put 3 in so it doesn't overload the HF signal generator.

The above is Part 3 of 4 part series. You may opt to watch all 4. He also explains in Part 4 how to do fan speed mod to quiet down the noisy case fan a bit.

Hope this helps, I just figured out all this stuff since ordering mine (I haven't received my order yet), so I figured if it could save someone else the research to optimize their units, then that'd be great... If you don't plan to push more than 550w-600w, then you don't need to worry about making the mod, but should still be aware, since there is no safety to disable you from doing it, then it will blow (unless the PSU manufacturer has fixed this bug already).

These work great, just FYI.

(Pack of 5pcs) MUR3060PT with Heat Sink ASEMI TO-247/3P Package 3 Pins Fast Recovery Rectifier Diode for Transformer: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

(Pack of 5pcs) MUR3060PT with Heat Sink ASEMI TO-247/3P Package 3 Pins Fast Recovery Rectifier Diode for Transformer: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

 

[Just John]

These work great, just FYI.

(Pack of 5pcs) MUR3060PT with Heat Sink ASEMI TO-247/3P Package 3 Pins Fast Recovery Rectifier Diode for Transformer: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

(Pack of 5pcs) MUR3060PT with Heat Sink ASEMI TO-247/3P Package 3 Pins Fast Recovery Rectifier Diode for Transformer: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

FYI to anyone interested, I made the modification with two parts instead of one (as I linked to above) and ran it for 3 hours at 720 watts with no problems. I also replaced the power supply fan with a Noctua and it is significantly quieter.

 

[JUGG]

EDIT: EARLIER POST ON THIS PRODUCT LINE

I don't own this power supply, but it looks very cool as far as budget Chinese Benchtop power supplies go and seems to be pretty well reviewed by a handful of youtubers.

First, this is not a traditional benchtop supply. its a modular design that can be bought as a package or pieced together separately.

The main component is a DC-DC benchtop cc/cv power supply, this together with a simple AC-DC power supply gives the functionality of a traditional benchtop power supply

What makes this system cool, is:
(1) Wifi / USB connectivity (can be monitored or configured via PC, android or IOS)
(2) Works with a wide range of AC-DC power supplies, including old laptop power bricks or meanwell type supplies (output voltage will be limited to the < the input voltage)
(3) Wide input and output voltage range (input = 6-70 volts, output = 0-60 volts), meaning it could be useful for 3.2v cells, or 12v / 24v / 48v packs.
(4) Price, for the DC-DC component only, its ~$65 for the non-wifi version, or ~$70 for the wifi version. AC-DC power supply can be as cheap or expensive as you want.

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Spec Sheet:
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56.25US $ 25% OFF|Rd Rd6012 Rd6012w Usb Wifi Dc To Dc Voltage Step Down Bench Power Supply Adjustable Buck Converter Voltmeter 60v 12a - Multimeters - AliExpress

Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

As far as value oriented chinese manufacturers go, this seems like a pretty decent company. The translations and product details given are above average. I can't comment on the app for this specific product, but I own a little USB-C voltage/current tester from the same company and have found it to work well in my very limited testing so far and find that app to be usable (no issues so far).

Anyone have any experience with this product?

now this Ruideng just released RD6024, output 60v/24A
for RD6012, there is also one updated version, more accurate RD6012P

 

[Dzl]

now this Ruideng just released RD6024, output 60v/24A (LINK)

for RD6012, there is also one updated version, more accurate RD6012P (LINK)

That is great, I had heard a 24A model was in the works almost a year ago, I'm excited to see its coming to market! Thank you for the information.

If you are affiliated with this company or any company, please state that in your profile. Vendors/businesses are welcome on the forum but need to clearly identify themselves.

 

[JUGG]

That is great, I had heard a 24A model was in the works almost a year ago, I'm excited to see its coming to market! Thank you for the information.

If you are affiliated with this company or any company, please state that in your profile. Vendors/businesses are welcome on the forum but need to clearly identify themselves.

yes, I am from RUIDENG company , but I just help to answer some question, If I write I am from Ruideng, they will not block my account ?

 

[Dzl]

yes, I am from RUIDENG company , but I just help to answer some question, If I write I am from Ruideng, they will not block my account ?

I will send you a private message and explain the rules.

 

[JUGG]

I will send you a private message and explain the rules.

thank you