DC / DC
Murata Power Solutions extends its range of high-power quarter-brick isolated DC-DC converters
Murata Power Solutions has extended its HPQ range of high power quarter-brick isolated DC-DC converters with the introduction of the HPQ-12/25-D48, a 300W model with 12V output. The new model features a wide 2:1 input range of 36 to 75V and output of 12V, plus high output current of up to 25A in an industry standard quarter-brick package (2.3" x 1.45" x 0.44"). The HPQ-12/25-D48 also boasts high efficiency of up to 94.5%.
High Power Density DC/DC Converter Modules From Powersolve Provide Up To 75W
Powersolve announces the TEP 75WI Series of high performance, high power DC/DC converter modules that provide up to 75W output power from a sealed, shielded metal case measuring just 2.4 x 2.3 x 0.5in (60.9 x 58 x 12.7mm). They are designed for chassis mount and a screw terminal adaptor is also available to make connection simple.
Compact MIL-spec DC-DC converter delivers 20A output current
The specialist developer and manufacturer of electronic power supplies for the defence market, Roband Electronics has added yet another innovative product to its compact military specification DC-DC converter range. The new RO-MIL-2213, which is supplied in 3.3V and 5V output versions, is capable of delivering a 20A output current from a package size measuring just 76.3 x 38.2 x 10.2mm. The RO-MIL-2213 is a high-efficiency, high power density single-rail unit comprising an isolated, high-frequency, pulse width modulated push-pull converter. While it is specified to operate from a nominal 28V supply, this versatile power supply will accept a wide input voltage range from 12-40V (5V output version) and 14.5-40V (3.3Voutput version). Options include an 80V input surge capability and a variant that will operate from an input as low as 9V. External synchronisation is also available as an option.
High density 20W Converter Modules from Powersolve
Leading power supply specialist Powersolve announces the THN-20(WI) Series, a new generation of high performance DC/DC converter modules that provide up to 20W output power from a metal case measuring just 1.0 x 1.0 x 0.4in (25.4 x 25.4 x 10.16mm). Wide input and output voltage ranges make the new converters suitable for a wide range of applications.
Current Sharing for High Density DC Modules
Paralleling of DC/DC converters is often used to increase the output power capability of a single unit by connecting the outputs of two or more converters in parallel. By connecting the parallel pin of each module together, the units will share the load current equally within a few percent. This paper focuses on how N+M redundancy and Hot Plug-in capability can be achieved
AM40UW-Z: New 40 watt DC/DC converters
Aimtec unveils a new series of feature rich, high performance 40W DC/DC converters with ultra wide 4:1 input voltage ranges.
FDK Introduces Low Input Voltage Mini POL Converters
FDK Corporation extends its DK Series with three new non-isolated, point-of-load (POL) dc-dc converters that operate from a 3.0Vdc to 5.5Vdc input bus. These very small, low profile surface mount devices deliver up to 3, 4, and 6 Amperes (A) of output current with efficiencies up to 94%. They provide a tightly regulated programmable output voltage in the range of 0.8Vdc to 3.465Vdc and deliver the full rated output current with no derating in ambient temperatures up to 85 degrees Celsius under natural convection.
36V, 3.5A, 2.4MHz Step-Down DC/DC Converter Requires Only 75µA of Quiescent Current & Operates with 150ºC Maximum Junction Temperature
Linear Technology has announced the H-grade version of the LT3680, a 3.5A, 36V step-down switching regulator with Burst Mode operation to keep quiescent current under 75µA. The LT3680 operates within a VIN range of 3.6V to 36V, making it ideal for load dump and cold-crank conditions found in automotive applications. The H-grade version operates up to a junction temperature of 150ºC, compared to the E and I versions' 125ºC maximum junction temperature. All electrical specifications are identical for the E, I and H-grade versions. The H-grade devices are tested and guaranteed to the maximum junction temperature of 150ºC, making them are ideal for automotive and industrial applications which are subjected to high ambient temperatures.
Low-profile open-frame DC-DC converters from Murata Power Solutions deliver 25W from one square inch of board area
Murata Power Solutions has introduced the UEI25-120-D48 series of 25W output, 2:1 input range, 12V output, high efficiency, isolated DC-DC converters. Featuring 25W output in one square inch of board area, the UEI25-120-D48 series offers efficient regulated DC power for PCB mounting. The low-profile 24.38 x 27.94 x 8.13mm (0.96 x 1.1 x 0.32) converters accept a 2:1 input voltage range of 36 to 75VDC, ideal for telecom equipment. The series also features a 12V output which can be trimmed up or down by 10% with an external trim resistor, plus high efficiency of up to 87.5%, ensuring minimal heat buildup and allowing 'no-fan' operation.
Vicor Adds 28V Wide-Input Mini Family of DC-DC Converters
Vicor announces the addition of a new 28V Wide Input Mini Family of DC-DC Converters. With a wide input range of 9 to 36V, the modules are appropriate for MIL-COTS and industrial applications operating from 12V or 24V inputs, which are typical for battery systems in vehicles. Fully encapsulated, Vicor Mini modules utilize a proprietary spin-fill process to assure complete, void-free encapsulation making them suitable for the harshest environments.
XP releases 15 Watt and 30 Watt ultra compact DC/DC converter range
XP Power today announced additions to its extensive range of ultra compact low power DC/DC converters. The 15 Watt JCM15 comes in a tiny 1 x 1 metal package, with the 30 Watt JCK30 being available in a metal case that measures just 2 x 1. These encapsulated PCB mounted converters accommodate a wide 2:1 input voltage range, accepting either 9 - 18, 18 - 36 or 36 - 75 VDC, covering the nominal inputs of +12, +24 or +48 VDC.
Fairchild Semiconductor’s Fully Integrated Power Supply Module Provides Advanced DC-DC Solution for Portable, Industrial and Medical Applications
Design and system engineers of consumer, industrial and medical electronics employing low dropout regulators (LDO) have sacrificed DC-DC regulator efficiency, which adversely affects the overall efficiency of the design, in order to take advantage of an LDO's ease-of-use. Fairchild Semiconductor's power DC-DC micro-module offers customers the ability to reduce board space, reduce component count and improve the overall system efficiency of their designs. Alternative efficiency improvement methods include implementing a traditional DC-DC switching converter, which requires in-house design capability and delays time-to-market.
Ericsson's Ultra Wide Input Range Power Module Simplifies Power Radio Applications
Designed for systems powered by 24V or 48V batteries, Ericsson Power Modules' PKM5000D is a quarter-brick, isolated DC/DC converter that is optimized to deliver the highest efficiency across an ultra wide input voltage range of 18V to 75V. It is suitable for a very large range of applications in ICT, offering systems' designers the opportunity to use the same DC/DC converter for use in 24V and 48V systems, also to power remote-feeding applications that utilise 20V to 60V line voltages with an operational margin to ensure that remote systems will always operate whatever the source voltage status is.
austriamicrosystems introduces the industry’s highest efficiency series of dual DC-DC converters
austriamicrosystems has introduced the industry's highest efficiency high current, dual step-down DC-DC converters in a compact 3x3 mm TDFN package. For space-limited applications with low power consumption requirements, the new AS134x series provides small size and high efficiency -- up to 95% -- for maximum time between battery charges. The AS134x series is targeted for portable devices such as laptops, PDAs, mobile internet devices and solid state drives (SSDs).
CISSOID Introduces STROMBOLI™
CISSOID, the leader in high temperature semiconductor solutions, released their new STROMBOLI technology, a flexible and scalable reference design and demonstration boards for high temperature, high voltage isolated DC-DC converters which operate reliably and with high efficiency from -55°C to +225°C.
Murata's latest series of chip inductors replaces wire-wound inductors to reduce size and cost of DC-DC power supplies
Murata's latest series of chip inductor is designed to replace wound inductors in DC-DC converter applications, reducing the footprint of power supply designs by replacing larger inductors without compromising performance. The LQH6PP_43 series can also help to reduce cost, since chip inductors' simple structure means they can be constructed more cost efficiently than traditional wire-wound power inductors, leading to reduced bill of materials cost for power supplies.
DC/DC Converter Powers Energy Recovery System for the automotive industry
Martek Power, announces the presentation of the first Hybrid Truck that took place in France. Martek Power designs and manufactures a bi‐directional 5 kW DC/DC converter which is part of the first hybrid truck developed by Renault Truck, part of Volvo Truck AB. The name of this multi‐companies project is called GEODE.
DC-DC Converter 15W to 60W for DIN mounting rail
The controlled DC-DC converters of the DFED/DFEC series by Power Mate supply 15 to 60W out of a highly compact enclosure size for fi tting on a TS35-7.5/-15 mounting rail. From the wide-range inputs 2:1 (9.5-18V, 18-36V, 36-75V) or 4:1 (9.5-36V, 18-75V) onwards, simple output voltages of 3.3V, 5V, 12V and 15V, dual voltages of ±12V, ±15V as well as triple outputs of 3.3/±12V, 3.3/±15V, 5/±12V, 5/±15V are available.
3kW, Compact DC/DC converter modules target Railway environments
The BAP 3KR Series rugged, railway quality DC/DC converter delivers up to 3kW output power. It accepts a nominal input voltage of 110Vdc (66 – 154V range) and is rated for a single output of 28V/107A with peak operating current of 115A for 10ms. Other input and output values are available on request.
Murata Power Solutions strengthens its range of OkamiTM PoL 3 and 6 Amp DC/DC converters
Murata Power Solutions has added three new series to its Okami(TM) OKL range of non-isolated point-of-load (PoL) DC/DC converters that feature the innovative inspectable Land Grid Array (iLGA) package. The OKL series offers a high power density, high power conversion efficiency (up to 95.3%) solution for space constrained embedded applications and is a cost-effective alternative to discrete design approaches.
Mornsun offers Short Lead Times for New Low Power, Unregulated DC/DC Converters
Mornsun announced the A Series and B Series of low cost, unregulated, dc/dc converters, boasting quick-turn lead times of 4 weeks or less. They are ideal for applications in various industries such as process controls, instrumentation, communications, and telecommunications.
Picor introduces PI3101 Cool-Power 60W isolated DC-DC converter setting a new benchmark for size and power density
Picor, a subsidiary of Vicor Corporation specialising in the design and development of high performance power management solutions, announces the PI3101 Cool-Power™ high-density isolated DC-DC converter, ideal for end-systems such as advanced telecom and wireless infrastructure, networking & communications, Power-over-Ethernet applications and high speed server platforms. The PI3101 is the first in a new family of high-density power conversion products that leverages the company's core strength in power management, silicon integration and system-level packaging.
DC/DC Modules for Railway Applications Add More Power to Martek’s MBR Series
Martek Power UK announced a significant addition to its industry leading Powertron family of railway standard DC/DC modules. The new MBRH Series takes the output power up to 25W while retaining the same physical envelope and mechanical platform as existing 15W models.
Bel Power Releases Point-of-Load Power Converters Featuring Tunable Loop™ Technology
Bel Power, a division of Bel Fuse Inc. today announced the addition of the SLIN Series of non-isolated, point-of-load (POL) DC/DC converters to their growing portfolio of parts targeting distributed power architectures and intermediate bus voltage applications. Under the terms of a licensing agreement with Lineage Power Corporation, Bel's new SLIN Series features Tunable Loop™ technology, which allows engineers to optimize the dynamic response of the converter to match customers' specific load requirements. This minimizes the quantity, type and size of the capacitors needed for any given application, and offers significant cost and performance advantages over other solutions and technologies. Packaged in a standard Distributed-power Open Standards Alliance (DOSA) footprint, and available in 3A, 6A, 12A and 20A versions, the SMT modules offer OEMs/ODMs maximum flexibility and efficiency without compromising development schedules. The SLIN Series is engineered to operate over a wide inpu
50W, Rugged, Miniature DC/DC Converter for Railway Applications
The MIM 50R is a recent addition to Absopulse Electronics' DC/DC converter series designed for low power railway and mobile applications. The design is based on Absopulse's MIM 105, which has an excellent track record in numerous rugged environments.
25W, Low Profile Encapsulated DC/DC Converter for Railway applications
The FLP 09R is a recent addition to Absopulse Electronics' dc/dc converter series designed for low power railway requirements. With a height of just 20mm, this compact 25W unit is suitable for applications with stringent space restrictions. It is fully encapsulated with a thermally conductive MIL-grade silicon rubber compound with a UL94V-0 flammability rating. The FLP 09R operates at full specification over a -40°C to 70°C cold plate temperature range.
CISSOID Introduces EREBUS, A High Temperature DC-DC Converter Platform for Oil & Gas, Industrial and Aeronautics applications
CISSOID, the leader in high temperature semiconductor solutions, released their new EREBUS technology, which implements Buck (Step-Down) DC-DC Converters operating reliably and with high efficiency from -55°C to +225°C.
Compact 120W MIL-spec DC-DC converter in 12V and 15V output versions
Leading British specialist developer and manufacturer of electronic power supplies for the defence market, Roband Electronics has launched a compact military specification DC-DC converter in 12V and 15V output versions providing a power output of 120W from a package measuring just 76.3 x 38.2 x 10.2mm.
YEG Powerline announce new Surface mount 4:1 wide input DC / DC Converters
Designed because of demand from industrial automation application; YEG Powerline has launched four brand new surface mount power modules.
VPT Introduces the First 100K Rad Hard Point-of-Load DC-DC Converter
VPT Inc., a HEICO company today announced the availability of a new point-of-load power converter designed and manufactured for the extreme environment of space. The new SVGA Series point-of-load DC-DC converter delivers extremely high efficiency at a cost that doesn't shock a user's budget.
Miniature DC/DC converters offer a choice of SMD package options
XP Power today announced the availability of its ISF, ISG and ISL series of low cost miniature surface mount DC/DC converters. The ISF and ISG 1 Watt series measure just 15.24 x 11.2 x 6.5 mm (0.60 x 0.44 x 0.25 inches). Together with the slightly larger 1.5 Watt ISL model, these ultra compact devices take up the minimum of board space allowing designers to reduce the size of their applications. Also, with their industry standard pin out, they are ideal as a drop-in replacement for existing designs. The ISF & ISG models are available with alternative pin out and package configurations to order.
Sixteenth-brick DC/DC converter from Murata Power Solutions combines high power and efficiency for space-constrained designs
Murata Power Solutions has introduced a new range of isolated DC/DC converters that provide up to 66 Watts of output power and full 2250VDC isolation from a 'sixteenth-brick' package. The DOSA compliant ULS series represents the latest in small footprint DC/DC Converter design and provides an ideal space-saving solution for high current designs in telecom and datacom applications.
SynQor Introduces 28Vin DC/DC Converters to the Mil-COTS Market
SynQor announces the release of its Mil-COTS 28 series of isolated dc/dc converters, expanding its MilQor offerings for the Military and Aerospace industries. These "off-the-shelf" converters operate from an input voltage of 16V to 40V continuously and will withstand 50V transients for up to 1 second, meeting MIL-STD-704D input voltage range requirements. Designed for cost sensitive Mil-COTS applications, these ruggedized, encased packages ensure survivability in demanding environments. SynQor brings its field proven, synchronous rectification technology to provide high efficiency converters that are designed and manufactured to comply with a wide range of military standards.
Gaia Triple Output DC:DC Converters Offer Market Leading Range
Gaia Converter, the specialist high reliability power converter module supplier, manufactures the widest range of triple output DC:DC converters available to designers of electronic systems worldwide.
Emerson Network Power - ALD15 Sixteenth-Brick DC-DC Converter Series: High-Efficiency, Low Profile and Cost-Effective
Emerson Network Power launched the ALD15 sixteenth-brick dc-dc converter series. Ideal for use with telecom-standard 48 V power supplies, the converters are capable of achieving up to 92 percent efficiency at full load and are extremely cost-effective when used in applications requiring up to 35 W of output power. The low profile ALD15 series has an installed height of just 0.35 inches, making it ideal for systems that require tight inter-board spacing or where sufficient separation between the converter and adjacent boards is needed.
C-MAC MicroTechnology announces further development of high temperature DC-DC converters
C-MAC MicroTechnology today announced it has extended its agreement with CISSOID to integrate Vesuvio™ technology into high temperature DC-DC converter designs featuring their latest Magma and Hyperion semiconductor devices. Following on from the successful 20 Watt module based around the original ETNA chip set, these new state-of-the-art modules offer further improvements in efficiency and packaging density and provide multiple output voltages with life time operation at 225°C.
Ultra-compact 15W & 30W DC-DC converters from TDK-Lambda
TDK-Lambda has extended its CC-E range of high efficiency, high reliability DC-DC converters with the introduction of new 15W and 30W versions. Each CC-E power range comprises 32 models and is available in both surface mount and through-hole packages with applications in factory automation systems, computers and communications devices.
Murata Power Solutions adds new wide input voltage range 6 and 10A models to its Okami PoL DC/DC converter range
The 6A OKR-T/6 and the 10A OKR-T/10-W12 are the latest additions to Murata Power Solutions' range of Okami non-isolated Point-of-Load (PoL) DC/DC power converters. The SIP packaged though-hole mounting miniature devices combine a wide input voltage range with programmable output voltage to give engineers a high degree of flexibility in their designs.
RECOM Engineers Crack the 10kV Barrier for DIP 24 DC/DC Converters
RECOM, the company that first developed and brought to market the popular R-78 product family, has designed a DC/DC-converter in a DIP24 case that breaks the 10kV barrier. These new converters, the REC 3.5- and REC 6- families, offer 10kVDC resp.5 kVAC isolation.
Martek Power announces new DC/DC Modules for Railway Applications
A new series of 120W DC/DC modules designed specifically for worldwide railway applications is announced by Martek Power. The CMS120 Series will interest designers of railway power supplies since they feature a very wide input voltage range, meet all relevant railway standards including EN50 155 and work across a broad operating temperature range without derating.
