Is it possible to use the 5v output on my computer to power the servos on the ssc-32? I dont have anything with enough Ah to get the job done. Any help will be appreciated.
Hi and welcome!
Yes it is possible, at your own risk though.
Many people (including myself) have made a simple benchtop power supply from ATX computer power supply. Here are some links to different DIY projects: letsmakerobots.com/node/1355 , wikihow.com/Convert-a-Computer-ATX-Power-Supply-to-a-Lab-Power-Supply or mbeckler.org/powersupply/.
A modified PC power supply is not a bench supply. there is no voltage or current metering. There is no settable limits to power. There are no voltage adjustments!
Better to just find a 6 or 8A wall wart or other linear power supply. Check surplus!
Alan KM6VV
Thats very true Alan. Also the reason for why I said
. Have to admit I just copied the words used in the first link without thinking to much, my fault .
Just FYI I’m also using a Laboratory DC power supply when working with electronics. But I’m using a modified PC PCU when charging large LiPo’s
Just for the record I’ve powered servos with computer power supplies (they often can supply several amps at 5v, and a lesser current at 12v). The servo performance at 5v is not as quick or strong as when powered at ~6v. As to what constitutes a “bench” power supply vs. a “bench top” power supply, I’ll let the experts debate the details.