Compact high-performance 15W DC-DC converters

Manufactured by CTC, a new series of compact 15W high-performance DC-DC converters is now available from Luso Electronics. The units offer outputs ranging from 3.3V up to 15V, operation over a wide temperature range and power efficiencies of up 87%. Encased in nickel plated copper, the new RoHS compliant converters are available in two versions. The PC15WR offers a 2:1 wide input voltage range. The PC15WR4 variant provides a 4:1 wide input voltage range. All modules within the series offer isolation voltage of 3000VDC (for one second), continuous short-circuit protection and overload protection. Other electrical specifications of the series include ripple and noise of 75mV (peak-peak maximum) and output voltage tolerances of 1% maximum. Meeting international safety standards including EMI compliance meeting EN55022, the devices also feature remote on/off control. Another key feature of the range is that it meets strict no-load power consumption limits of 0.25W maximum to ensure end products will comply with energy-efficiency standards worldwide, says the company.