When it's time to spec a 24V DC power supply for an industrial control panel, the choices can feel smaller than the wiring they feed. Two new DIN rail units stand out in the industrial power supplies and transformers space: the Mean Well EDR-120-24 and the NDR-120-24. Both are 24V/5A supplies, both are meant for DIN rail mounting, and both have different price tags. The question is not whether you need 24V at 5A; it's whether the NDR's extra listing details justify the higher price.
Quick verdict
If you want a Mean Well-branded supply with a lower listed price, the EDR-120-24 is the straightforward pick. If a blue housing, an inrush current rating of 5A, and a stated indoor/outdoor installation area matter more than price, the NDR-120-24 is the better fit.
Side-by-side comparison
| Consideration | Mean Well EDR-120-24 | NDR-120-24 |
| Listed price | $28.00 | $44.99 |
| Output in title | 24VDC, 5A | 24 Volt, 5 Amp |
| Brand / MPN | Mean Well / EDR-120-24 | NDR-120-24 |
| Mounting style | DIN Rail | DIN Rail Mount |
| Color | - | Blue |
| Installation area | - | Indoor/Outdoor |
Where each product wins
Where the EDR-120-24 wins: it gives you a Mean Well-branded part with the EDR-120-24 MPN and a lower listed price. For a 24VDC, 5A DIN rail supply, that's usually enough to lock in a decision. The title also names 100-240VAC input, which is a common voltage range for industrial control panels.
Where the NDR-120-24 wins: you get more listed details, including a blue color, an indoor/outdoor installation area, and a 5A inrush current rating. For panel planners who need those items confirmed, this is the one to choose. It still delivers the same output as the EDR, so the extra information comes in a familiar form factor.
DIN Rail Power Supply, EDR-120-24, Mean Well, 24VDC, 5A, 120W, Input: 100-240VAC
The EDR-120-24 is the price-driven choice in this pair. It comes from Mean Well, carries the EDR-120-24 MPN, and its title spells out the essentials: 24VDC, 5A, 120W, and a 100-240VAC input. Those are exactly the numbers you need to confirm before a DIN rail install. The 100-240VAC input is a practical match for common single-phase circuits, and the 120W rating keeps it in the compact range for modest 24V loads. The unit is new and the title calls out DIN rail, so it fits the same physical mounting approach as the NDR. If you already know your installation area and don't need a color option spelled out, this supply gets you to the same output for a lower listed price. The trade-off is that the NDR listing includes additional details; when those extras are not part of your spec, the EDR is the leaner buy.
NEW NDR-120-24 Industrial DIN Rail Power Supply ouput 24 Volt 5 Amp 240 Watt
The NDR-120-24 is the listing that spells out more. It identifies the MPN as NDR-120-24, states the color as blue, calls out an indoor/outdoor installation area, and lists a DIN Rail Mount with a 5A inrush current rating. For an industrial panel where those details are part of the requirement, that extra information can save you from guessing. Because blue is stated in the listing, it can be easier to spot inside a mixed panel, and the indoor/outdoor call-out removes a layer of guesswork for installation. The supply is also new, and its output matches the EDR. The main downside is the price: you are paying a noticeable premium over the EDR for the extra listed details. If you need blue, if the indoor/outdoor installation area matters, or if you want the inrush current rating confirmed, this is the unit to buy.
Final choice by use case
For a budget-conscious control panel with basic electrical specs, choose the Mean Well EDR-120-24 at $28.00. For an installation where blue color, indoor/outdoor use, and a 5A inrush current rating are explicitly listed, choose the NDR-120-24 at $44.99. One supply keeps the spend low; the other gives you more detailed listing information.
