24V Micro Family – DC-DC Converter Module Datasheet

Category: Electronics, Other Semiconductors, Vicor Corporation

The 24V Micro Family DC-DC Converter Module is a compact and efficient power conversion solution from Vicor, designed for a range of industrial and demanding applications including process control, medical, communications, defense, and aerospace. For detailed guidance on optimal operation, the datasheet directs readers to consult the Design Guide & Applications Manual of the Maxi_Mini_Micro Family series.

Key Features & Benefits:

Input voltage range spans from 18V to 36V, with the ability to maintain up to 75% power at 16V following startup.
Robust input surge withstand of 50V for 100ms ensures durability against voltage spikes.
Versatile DC output options from 3.3V to 48V.
User-configurable output voltage from 10% to 110% of the nominal value.
Excellent regulation maintaining +/-0.4% from no load to full load conditions.
High efficiency reaching up to 89%.
Operating temperatures range from -55°C to +100°C under full load, with a maximum operating temperature of 100°C.
High power density, offering up to 91W per cubic inch.
Units are parallelable to accommodate for scale and redundancy with N+M fault tolerance.
Innovative low-noise Zero-Current Switching/Zero-Voltage Switching (ZCS/ZVS) power architecture.
Rohs compliant with certain pin configurations available.

Physical Characteristics:

The modules are compact in size, measuring 2.28 x 1.45 x 0.5 in (57.9 x 36.8 x 12.7 mm).
Three isolation voltage ratings are specified: IN to OUT at 3000 VRMS, IN to base at 1500 VRMS, and OUT to base at 500 VRMS, ensuring operational safety and isolation.
Height above board specification is 0.43 in (10.9 mm).

Absolute Maximum Ratings & Operating Conditions:

Storage temperature ranges from -65°C to +125°C, ensuring component stability during non-operational periods.
Understanding that high-frequency ZCS/ZVS switching offers both high efficiency and low operation noise, contributing to overall performance.
Specific mounting torque and temperatures for soldering are given to guide secure and reliable assembly.

Product Variants:

A comprehensive part numbering system is outlined that includes the product type, product grade for temperature, output power at different voltages, pin style and finish options, baseplate configurations, and output voltage indicators.
Product grades cater to a range of operational and storage temperatures, with options suitable for different environmental conditions.
The power output capacity varies across the range of output voltages, from 3.3V to 48V, ensuring flexibility for various power requirements.

The datasheet dates its last revision as 6.6 on March 2019, signaling the latest review of specifications and information provided.

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