Vicor releases a new family of regulated 48V to 12V DCM DC-DC converters. Modules range in power levels from 750W up to 2kW, with a top power density of 5kW/in³. New Vicor DCM3717 and DCM3735 DC-DC power modules support the growing trend of 48V-centric power delivery networks (PDNs) that provide greater power system efficiency, power […]
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Bidirectional power for EVs: the practical and creative opportunities using power modules
Given the coexistence of 400 V and 800 V EVs on the road, what options are there to harmonize these two distinct architectures? We all know the race is on for electrification, whether through government mandates and incentives or consumers demanding green transportation solutions with higher performance, longer range, and more features. Car makers are […]
New Family of 20-A 48-V ZVS Buck Regulators target PoL apps
The PI3525-00-LGIZ is the latest addition to the Cool-Power ZVS Buck Regulator Portfolio with a 48V (30-60Vin) input. The PI352x is a higher current offering to the existing PI354x portfolio enabling scalable power options for 48V Direct to point of Load (PoL) applications. The PI3525-00-LGIZ is a 5V output regulator, supplying up to 20A, packaged […]
Modular dc-dc converters sport 36-75-V and 200-420-V inputs
Vicor Corporation announced the expansion of its DCM series of DC-DC converters utilizing the VIA power packaging format.The DCM in a VIA Package is a ruggedized modular DC-DC converter that operates from an unregulated, wide range input, to generate an isolated and regulated high-efficiency output, with much higher power densities than competitive products. The new […]
DC-DC Converters employ High-density Packaging for UAV, ground vehicle, radar, transportation and industrial control apps
Vicor Corporation today announced the expansion of its DCM series of DC-DC converters utilizing the Converter housed in Package™ (ChiP) power component format. The DCM in a ChiP package is an isolated, regulated DC-DC converter, operating from an unregulated, wide range input to generate an isolated DC output. Leveraging a high frequency zero voltage switching […]
DC-DC converters with renewable energy in mind
Modern battery, fuel cell and solar cell systems need ways of transferring power in two directions. New dc-dc converters that are bidirectional can eliminate the need for bulky transformers in these applications while bringing more efficient operation. ANKUR PATEL VICOR CORP. ALTERNATIVE energy scenarios involving renewable sources are characterized by the sending of power both […]
ZVS Buck-Boost Regulators handle 200 W with 97% efficiency
Vicor Corporation announced the addition of two new buck-boost regulators to its Cool-Power® ZVS Regulator portfolio. Delivering up to 200 Watts at greater than 97% efficiency, these new Cool-Power Regulators incorporate Vicor’s proprietary high-frequency zero-voltage switching (ZVS) technology and feature best-in-class conversion efficiency, power density, and performance. Engineered and optimized as a complete solution, PI3741-0x […]
Energy-dense DC-DC converters output 12, 15 and 28 V
Vicor released four additional DC-DC converters that are deployed in the rugged, chassis-mountable versions of its DCM family of isolated, regulated DC-DC converters. These new products extend the family by adding two 270 V nominal products (two 500 W devices with 12 V and 28 V outputs) and two 28 V nominal products (a 180 […]
Online tool helps spec AC/DC power modules
Vicor announced the introduction of its new Power System Designer online design tool, giving system designers unprecedented flexibility to architect and optimize end-to-end power systems leveraging Vicor’s power component design methodology and high-performance power components. Grappling with Complicated Power Requirements Complex and compact electronic products and systems have driven demand for ever smaller, more […]
AC to Point-of-Load development kit delivers up to 400 W
Vicor Corporation (NASDAQ: VICR) today announced the launch of its new AC to Point-of-Load Development Kit (“ACPoL DKit”). The development kit enables power system designers to immediately begin operating and evaluating a complete power system solution featuring the industry’s thinnest, highest performance, highest density power components, without the hassles and time penalties associated with designing […]
