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12v power supply for the garage to test stuff...

Does anyone use a stand along 12v DC power supply to test our automotive things? Maybe a variable voltage, 5A-ish output supply?
Amazon has a few variable voltage ones in the sub-$50 range, but all seem to be 2amp. I see a few dedicated 13.8V DC supplies in the 5-6 amp range, mostly used to run CB radios at home. Are those good enough? Is 13.8V close enough to 12v that it won't risk electronic systems (like, for example, a/f ratio sensors)? I know that our system generally runs around 13, but I'd hate to destroy something running at 13.8 and find out that's maxing it out.

Anyone have a favorite power box? What about just clipping into the alegator clips on my recharger
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