DC / DC
A New 3W DC-DC module joins MORNSUN R2 family
With the constant efforts of MORNSUN team, the advantages of R2 revisions have been warmly received and approved by an even greater number of customers compared with previous generation of products. Recently, MORNSUN launches a great new 3W DC-DC converter PWB_ZP-3WR2 into its R2 family.
Mornsun launched brand new 3W SMD DC-DC converter, smallest in the industry
With the tendency to develop sheet and miniature electronic components, there are higher requirements for DC-DC micro power wide voltage input power supply module in terms of volume, encapsulation in industrial control, electric power equipment, instrumentation, civil, and other application fields.
Vicor Expands Picor Isolated Cool-Power ZVS DC-DC Converter Portfolio
Vicor have revealed the expansion of its ultra high density Picor Cool-Power PI31xx series of isolated, ZVS-based DC-DC converters optimized for 24 V industrial, 28 V aerospace/defence and/or demanding wide temperature applications. The new Cool-Power PI31xx converters retain the product series' signature 0.87 x 0.65 x 0.265 surface-mount package profile to provide up to 334 W/in3 power density and 2,250 V input to output isolation.
Ericsson Surface-Mount Advanced Bus Converter Saves Board Space
Ericsson Power Modules have today announced the introduction of a new surface-mount DC-DC converter module. The BMR456-SI is based upon the FRIDA II platform, which was announced last year, both the surface-mount BMR456-SI and the through-hole BMR456-PI quarter-brick 3E* Advanced Bus Converters deliver unprecedented performance to system architects that are developing equipment for ICT applications.
Powerstax DC-DC Converters Target Fuel Cell Powered System Designs
Powerstax announce a new series of DC-DC converter power modules. The FC series are specifically aimed at fuel cell power generation. The modules in the FC series accept 50V to 120V input direct from many popular fuel cells and deliver a stabilised output of up to 500W. Power efficiency levels are up to 91%.
Linear unveils LTM4637 DC/DC step-down µModule regulator
Linear have launched the LTM4637, a 20A DC/DC step-down µModule (micromodule) regulator with onboard precision differential remote sense amplifier. This enables automatic correction of voltage errors caused by droop across PCB traces, which is valuable for powering loads such as FPGAs requiring high currents at low voltages.
MTE1 : 1 Watt DC-DC converter achieves 88% efficiency and has MSL 1 moisture sensitivity rating
Murata today announced the Murata Power Solutions MTE1 series of isolated 1 Watt single output DC-DC converters. Suitable for a broad range of industrial and automation applications, these highly efficient units, up to 88%, offer much better efficiency across the full load range than competitor models currently available, resulting in less waste heat to be dissipated.
60V Input Step-Down DC/DC Controller Draws Only 40µA in Battery-Powered Systems
Linear Technology has introduced the LTC3864, a high voltage step-down DC/DC controller that draws only 40µA quiescent current in standby mode with the output enabled in Burst Mode operation. The 3.5V to 60V input supply range is designed to protect against high voltage transients, to operate continuously during automotive cold crank and covers a broad range of input sources and battery chemistries.
BP series programmable DC power supplies from Glassman offer outstanding high power density at competitive prices
The BP Series of DC high power regulated programmable power supplies from Glassman Europe offer exceptionally high power density with the additional advantages of low noise and exceptional load transient response at an industry-leading price.
Next-Generation Low Power Isolated DC-DC Converters From CUI
CUI has today announced the introduction its second generation of low power, board mount DC-DC converters with improved efficiency, isolation, and thermal performance compared to existing products. The unregulated DC-DC modules are available in 1 W and 2 W configurations, featuring 1.5 kVdc isolation and anti-static protection up to 8 kVdc.
75 Watt Compact DC/DC Converter With Digital Interface
Calex announced two new models which have been added to the Calex 75 Watt WDE Series. Both housed in an industry standard 1/8 brick package (2.45 x 1.05 x 0.55H), the 24S5.15WDE features a wide 9 to 36 V DC input range with a 5 volt output at 15 amps.
18V boost regulator from ams supports wide range of display sizes in mobile end products
ams is pleased to announce today the release of AS1345, a miniature step-up DC-DC regulator that maintains high efficiency in power supplies designed for small, medium-sized or large displays in mobile products.
10-A SWIFT DC-DC Converter With Highest Current Density From Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments unveil a new synchronous step-down DC-DC converter with integrated MOSFETs in a very small 3.5-mm by 3.5-mm HotRod QFN package. The SWIFT 10-A TPS54020 features the highest power density and includes frequency synchronization, 180-degree out-of-phase switching and selectable current limit to power FPGAs, system-on-chip, DSPs and processors in high-voltage, space-constrained communication, gaming and industrial computing applications.
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Launches EZBuck with Enhanced Light Load Operation
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor today released the AOZ3015, a 3A EZBuck DC/DC regulator optimized for applications that have a standby power mode. The AOZ3015 is ideally suited for point-of-load DC/DC converters, LCD TVs, set-top boxes, DVD and Blu-ray players/recorders and cable modems.
DC-DC Transformer Platform Provides 25% More Power Handling Capability
Pulse Electronics Corporation unveils its new EP13 Plus platform that delivers 25% more power handling capability than the industry standard EP13 platform in the same PCB footprint. This catalog series of 12 isolation transformers is designed for multiple input voltage ranges (9-57v and 33-57v) and can provide six different output voltage combinations from 3.3v to 24v. The transformers are used in DC- DC power supplies for Power over Ethernet (PoE, PoE+), datacom, telecom, and industrial applications.
High Efficiency DC-DC Boost Converter With Ultra-High Speed GaN Switch
Arkansas Power Electronics International and GaN Systems announce the test results for a gallium nitride power switch based DC-DC boost converter. The converter demonstrated at APEI exploited the ultra-high switching capability of GaN Systems' high power switch to achieve a 1 MHz switching capability. In addition, the boost converter was able to demonstrate over 98.5% efficiency at 5 kW output power. Testing demonstrated turn-on and turn-off transitions of only 8.25 ns and 3.72 ns, respectively.
Advanced Power Electronics Announce Very Low Power VFM Step-Up DC/DC Converter
Advanced Power Electronics today announced the APE2902, a high-efficiency VFM Step-up DC/DC converter for small, low input voltage or battery powered systems with ultra-low quiescent supply current. Devices can operate from a positive input voltage between the start-up voltage and VOUT and convert it to a higher output voltage, adjustable in 0.1V steps from 2.5 to 5V range with an accuracy of ±5%.
Linear Announce 15V 200mA Synchronous Buck-Boost DC-DC Converter
Linear Technology announces the LTC3129, a synchronous buck-boost converter that delivers up to 200mA of continuous output current from a wide variety of input sources including single or multiple-cell batteries as well as solar panels and supercaps. Its 2.42V to 15V input range and 1.4V to 15.75V output range provide a regulated output with inputs above, below or equal to the output.
Infineon Introduces DrBlade, the New Generation DrMOS in Innovative Chip-Embedded Packaging Technology
Infineon Technologies AG introduced DrBlade – the first integrated DC/DC driver and MOSFET VR power stage implemented in an innovative chip-embedded package technology. DrBlade contains the latest generation low voltage DC/DC driver technology and OptiMOS MOSFET devices.
High-Efficiency Addition To Power Sources Unlimited DC Power Portfolio
Power Sources Unlimited announces the addition of the new 48V Flatpack S DC power system by Eltek to its broad power product portfolio. The Flatpack S is compact in size, highly efficient, configurable and offers superior reliability for the demanding telecom industry. The 48V Flatpack S provides 95.5 percent power conversion efficiency and is housed in a 1U standard-width telecom power shelf that is 10.3 inches (262mm) deep and only 1.6 inches (41.5mm) high.
Murata Unveil 400 W Quarter Brick DC-DC Converter For Telecom Applications
Murata have today revealed the availability of the RBQ series of isolated 12Vout, 400 Watt DC-DC converters from Murata Power Solutions. The RBQ-12/33-D48 model provides what are believed to be the industry's highest efficiencies of up to 96% from a standard DOSA-compliant quarter-brick package. The RBQ-12/33-D48 is designed to operate in most applications with convection cooling.
75 Watt Chassis Mount DC/DC Converter
Calex Mfg announces the availability of the QCM Chassis Mount Series of DC DC converters. The QCM offers up to 75 Watts of output power in a rugged, encapsulated 2.65 x 4.2 x 1.0H package. The recessed barrier strips on the QCM allow all connections to be made in tight quarters while protecting the barrier strip from physical damage.
Minmax introduces their new Compact 10W DC/DC Converter
Minmax announces the MJWI10 Series which provides tightly regulated single or dual outputs from and ultra-wide 4:1 input. The compact, shielded metal 1x1 package of the MJWI10 Series is an exceptional size for a full 10 watts of power, making it ideal for applications where board space is at a premium.
Micrel Announce New Family of Integrated FET DC-to-DC Buck Converters
Micrel today rolled out its latest-generation SuperSwitcher II family of integrated MOSFET buck regulators optimized for the 12V rails, with 6A/9A/12A output supply current. The new MIC2405x family is comprised of six common-footprint, DC-to-DC buck regulators that leverage Micrel's proprietary HyperSpeed Control and HyperLight Load architectures.
DC-DC Converter Optimized For Low Load Efficiency From ON Semiconductor
ON Semiconductor has today announced the launch of the LV5980MC, a 3 ampere step down DC-DC converter integrated circuit that improves conversion efficiency at light load. In consumer electronics designs, the device is able to reduce energy consumption during standby mode. The LV5980MC regulates input voltages from 4.5 volts to 23 V down to an output voltage as low as 1.235 V.
Murata Unveil 150 W DC-DC Converter For Micro Cell Transmitter And PA Applications
Murata Power Solutions have today announced the introduction of the PAQ series of 150 Watt isolated DC-DC converters. Packaged as an industry standard open-frame quarter brick module with through-hole mounting, the converter has a 2:1 input range of 36 – 75 VDC around a nominal 48 VDC input.
TI Announce Industry’s Smallest POL DC-DC Converters For Harsh Environments
Texas Instruments has today announced the introduction of the industry's smallest monolithic point-of-load DC-DC converters for harsh environments, including radiation tolerant, geological, heavy industrial, and oil and gas applications. The 6.3-V, 6-A TPS50601 and the 6.3-V, 3-A TPS50301 are synchronous step- down converters optimized for small form factor designs.
Dialog Semiconductor extends power scalability for smartphones and tablets
Dialog Semiconductor today announced the first programmable multiphase DC-to-DC buck converter, the DA9210, that can be scaled for use across multiple, high-end smartphone and tablet platforms to help accelerate development cycles.
XP Power Expands Ultra Compact DC-DC Converter Family With 10 W Model
XP Power today announced the JCA10 series of single and dual output 10 Watt metal cased DC-DC converters. Already a popular DC-DC converter family, the JCA series now comprises 2, 3, 4, 6 and 10 Watt models. Packaged in an ultra compact format measuring just 25.4 x 20.3 x 10.0 mm (1 x 0.8 x 0.4 inches) the JCA10 series has a footprint 20% smaller than other DIP-24 devices available on the market.
Powersolve Announce 75W DC-DC Converters For Railway Applications
Powersolve announces the TEP75WI Series of high performance DC/DC converter modules that provide up to 75W. The modules are approved to EN50155 which allows them to be used in railway applications.
Linear Announce 98% Efficient Synchronous Buck-Boost DC-DC Controller
Linear Technology announces the LT8705, a very high efficiency (up to 98%) synchronous buck-boost DC-DC controller that operates from input voltages above, below or equal to the regulated output voltage. This device has four feedback loops to regulate the input current/voltage, along with the output current/voltage.
1.5 kW to 4 kW 1U Programmable DC Power Supply Released by Magna-Power Electronics
Magna-Power Electronics released to production its new SL Series 1U (1.75") high programmable DC power supply. The SL Series continues the company's commitment to market-leading power density, offering models ranging from 1.5 kW to 4 kW, all in a 1U rack-mount package.
2.2A Maximum Output Current, 18V Driver Transistor Built-In Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Converter XC9248 Series
TOREX SEMICONDUCTOR has developed a 2.2A Maximum output current, 18V Driver Transistor Built-In Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Converter, the XC9248 series. The XC9248 series are bootstrap-type Nch-Nch drive step-down synchronous DC/DC converters with an internal driver Tr that is capable of 18V operation.
DC/DC Power Supplies with RCC topology
Aimtec has released 13 new series of DC/DC modular switching power supplies in 3 watt to 6 watt output power ranges. Distinguished by the letter V in their suffix, the new line of DIP24 packaged devices feature RCC topology with variable switching frequencies versus PWM (Pulse Wave Modulation) topology as with fixed switching frequency found in Aimtec's other DIP24 products.
Minmax Power Unveil MDWI03 Series 3 Watt 4:1 Input DC-DC Converters
Minmax has announced the MDWI03 Series of 3 Watt DC-DC converters in a compact DIP package with 1500VDC I/O isolation. Input filtering complies to EN55022 Class A and FCC Level A, eliminating the need for external filtering.
Increased Power Rating For Murata 5.2kV Isolation Miniature DC-DC Converters
Murata today announced the MEJ2 series of fully encapsulated compact through-hole 2 Watt DC-DC converters. Providing a pin-compatible upgrade path from Murata's NMJ, MEV1 and NMV series, the MEJ2 2W devices are available with either single or dual outputs covering the nominal voltages of 3.3, 5, 9, 12 or 15 VDC. Input voltage variants accommodate 3.3, 5, 12 or 15 VDC.
GE Energy Delivers Industry-First 300W Eighth Brick Bus Converter
GE Energy is launching a power electronics industry first with the availability of a new eighth brick Barracuda series 300W fully regulated digital bus converter. Developed through collaboration with leading technology sector original equipment manufacturers, the new DC-DC isolated power modules are the result of a 14-month, $1.1 million technology investment by GE in advanced DC power converter technology and associated software-based digital control.
Aimtec DC-DC Converters Withstand Outdoor Temperature Drops To Below -45°C
Aimtec's new 5 watt DC-DC converters series, AM5E-FZ, operates at -55°C to +85°C, without derating, to support all outdoor applications, including those at risk of being exposed to severe temperature conditions. Such applications include solar inverters, smart meters, transmission equipment, security systems, traffic and advertising signage.
DC-DC Industrial Converters deliver 1000W in Compact Packages
ABSOPULSE Electronics' BAP 65TF/65F Series of rugged, industrial quality DC-DC converters represents the most recent version of ABSOPULSE's BAP 65F series. These converters deliver up to 1000W continuous output power, and are based on the company's high frequency BAP 65 topology, which has a proven track-record in several hundred projects.
DC/DC Converter Modules From Powersolve Are EN50155 Approved
Powersolve just announced the TEP 200WIR Series of high performance DC/DC converter modules that provide up to 240W. Approval to EN50155 allows the new converters to be used in railway applications while an ultra-wide 4:1 input voltage range (Up to 160VDC), efficiency levels to 91% and adjustable output voltages also make the new converters suitable for a wide range of applications.
