Diodes Incorporated has introduced the AP61406Q, an automotive-qualified synchronous buck converter designed for point-of-load regulators in systems such as infotainment, instrument clusters, telematics modules, and advanced driver assistance systems. The device supports up to 4 A output current with a maximum input voltage of 5.5 V and is intended for compact, high-efficiency DC-DC conversion in […]
Converters
65 W GaN flyback integrates 700 V switch and controller
STMicroelectronics has expanded its VIPerGaN family with the VIPerGaN65W, a 65-watt flyback converter that integrates a 700 V GaN power transistor and a quasi-resonant PWM controller in a 5 mm × 6 mm Power QFN package. The device is designed for USB-PD adapters, fast battery chargers, and auxiliary power supplies that require high efficiency in […]
What is a matrix converter used for?
A matrix converter is a type of direct, variable AC-to-AC converter without an intermediate DC-link stage. The topology can deliver high power densities, bidirectional power flow, and precise control in a compact size, making it suited for renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, industrial motor drives, aerospace, and marine applications. When higher power levels are needed, […]
Expanded converter line delivers up to 80 A output current
TDK Corporation has expanded its TDK-Lambda i7A series of non-isolated DC-DC buck converters with new models rated up to 1000 W output power. The additions support output currents of 60 A and 80 A and maintain the existing 1/16-brick footprint. Each converter includes redundant input and output power pins to accommodate higher current delivery and […]
GaN converters integrate control and switching for compact design
STMicroelectronics is introducing a series of GaN flyback converters that simplify designing and building compact, efficient USB-PD chargers, fast battery chargers, and auxiliary power supplies. The converters handle reduced loads with a proprietary technique that ensures power supplies and chargers always operate soundlessly for a superior user experience. Beginning with the VIPerGaN50W, which contains a […]
Converters operate at 5000 meter altitude with 1600 V DC isolation
TRACO Power has released the TEC 6UI series of isolated 6 Watt dc-dc converters with an input voltage range of 9 to 75 V DC. The input range covers multiple standard bus voltages and replaces 2:1 and 4:1 input converter series, reducing the number of model variants required for applications with different supply voltages. The […]
15 W HV dc-dc converters add digital programming interface
XP Power announces the availability of a digital version of its HRF15 series of 15W precision high voltage DC-DC converters with both output voltage and current programming through the PMBus via I2C. This enhancement addresses the growing need for automation and remote control in high-precision equipment, including mass spectrometry, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron […]
GaN-based device addresses megawatt-scale rack power delivery requirements
EPC introduced a gallium nitride-based power converter designed for 800 VDC distribution systems in AI data centers. The 6 kW converter transforms 800 V to 12.5 V using an Input Series Output Parallel topology. AI data centers require megawatt-scale rack power delivery systems. The GaN-based converter occupies under 5,000 square millimeters with a height of […]
40 W DC-DC converters feature small PCB footprint
XP Power announces the launch of the BCT40T series of cost-effective 40W DC-DC converters, housed in an industry-leading 1” x 1” (25.4mm x 25.4mm) compact package designed for PCB mounting. This new series offers high power density and a comprehensive set of features, making it an ideal power solution for a wide range of demanding industrial […]
Quarter-brick converters deliver 1300 W and 1600 W from 48 V to 12 V conversion
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. announced expansion of its non-isolated bus converter (NIBC) family with two new quarter brick modules for 48 V power conversion in information and communication technology (ICT) equipment, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) server, compute, and networking, and in industrial applications such as robotics and test and measurement. The new Advanced Energy Artesyn […]
