Cost-competitive 1kW power supplies for medical and industrial systems

The latest addition to the popular LCM family of AC/DC power supplies from Artesyn Embedded Technologies is the LCM1000 series. The new 1000W models continue the family reputation for high efficiency and reliability at a competitive cost for industrial and medical equipment. The new series includes models rated for nominal 12, 15, 24, 36 or 48V single outputs, which can be adjusted by 10 percent. An optional 5 V standby output enables OEM standby functions even when the equipment is nominally off. A sophisticated digital control loop optimizes efficiency across a wide load range, giving the new LCM1000 series efficiency greater than 91 percent at full load, a typical power factor of 0.99, and a power density of 7.7W per cubic inch. Digital control also enables the LCM family to be rapidly and cost-effectively modified to suit the exact needs of a customer application. Artesyn has invested in the manufacturing of the LCM family, including greater automation, to shorten lead times and lower the minimum order quantity for non-stock units. Backed by a comprehensive set of industrial and medical safety approvals, the LCM1000 series is ideal for industrial applications such as burn-in systems, test and measurement equipment, laser-carving machines, and factory automation; non-patient contact and non-patient critical medical, dental and laboratory applications; as well as for telecom and datacom equipment, says the company.