Encapsulated 20 Watt DC-DC modules for cost-sensitive applications

Cool Power Solutions today announced the PFD20 series of 20W single and dual output DC-DC encapsulated power supply modules with high efficiency and a low no load input power. The modules are perfect for customers requiring an encapsulated DC-DC power solution in an ultra-compact format for either PCB, chassis, or DIN rail mounting. Their flexible specification allows devices with incompatible voltages to be easily integrated into industrial systems.

The PFD20 series is designed for convenience of installation and operation. They can be installed to a chassis or DIN rail and connected via screw terminals and require no additional components for protection or EMC compliance.

The series offers 20W of power and suit a wide variety of applications including process monitoring and control, industrial robotics, elevators and moving walkways, safety monitoring, gaming systems, door control, communications and telemetry to name just a few.

A key feature of the new DC-DC converters is their wide (4:1) input range covering 9VDC to 36VDC, 18VDC to 75VDC and even 40-160VDC, ideal for a variety of input sources including multiple nominal battery voltages and vehicle supplies, negating the need for multiple DC-DC solutions.

PFD20 series offers a total of several variants with single-output (3,3V; 5,0V; 9,0V; 12,0V; 15,0V and 24,0V) and dual output (±5,0V; ±9,0V; ±12,0V; ±15,0V and ±24,0V) options in both the lowest input ranges. The single output types allow the output voltage to be trimmed by ±10% to accommodate voltage drops in cabling when the load is located remotely. A remote on / off enables the DC-DC converters to be controlled by software allowing remotely located installations to be operated efficiently.

Built-in input and output protection ensures that the load and the DC-DC converter are always protected during any fault condition. The modules are input under voltage, output over voltage, short circuit, over current protected. They also have continuous self-recovery short circuit protection.

Compliance with CISPR32/EN55032 Class A without the need for any external components means that no additional work is required during installation to achieve EMC compliance. When the product is applied in environments with poor electromagnetic compatibility, the application circuit is strongly recommended.

The DC-DC converters can operate at temperatures as high as 85°C (derating 60%), allowing use in harsh environments as well as within sealed environments (such as IP67 enclosures) where there is no forced airflow.

DIP 1x1 packed 20W output power, ultra wide input range 4:1, low stand-by power consumption, isolated regulated output DC-DC converter, could be widely used for automation and industrial control, broadcast, instrument, communication, power electricity, internet of things and home automation field. The 110VDC input version can be used also in railway solutions.

 

Available versions:

Input voltage range VDC	Output voltages VDC
9-36	3,3 / 5,0 / 9,0 / 12 / 15 / 24/ ±5 / ±9 / ±12 / ±15 / ±24
18-75	3,3 / 5,0 / 9,0 / 12 / 15 / 24 / ±5 / ±9 / ±12 / ±15 / ±24
40-160	3,3 / 5,0 / 9,0 / 12 / 15 / 24