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 NDQ1300 1300 W and NDQ1600 1600 W quarter-brick modules operate with peak efficiencies up to 98%, making them suitable for applications where power density is a critical design criterion. Each of the modules can convert a 48 V input into a fully-regulated 12 V output for non-isolated, low-voltage, high-current power stages as well as PCIE slots and memory devices.
The new NDQ products feature a flat efficiency curve that ensures modules deliver power conversion across a wide load range. An integrated PMBus interface supports digital control and monitoring. Current-share and remote sensing options enable multiple power supplies to connect in parallel, supporting higher load current or redundancy. In addition, the NDQ products use a transformer-based topology that is resilient to transient loads and makes designing applications for inrush current control on start-up easier.
The new NDQ modules leverage an advanced baseplate for thermal management and heatsink integration. Standard sizes make power scaling straightforward, while the compact design protects downstream circuits.
The NDQ1300 and NDQ1600 deliver power density and efficiency across the range, offer a standard footprint to optimize performance, reduce power use and size, and simplify design for emerging AI and industrial applications.
For more information on Advanced Energy’s NDQ1300 and NDQ1600, contact Advanced Energy or visit their website.
