DC/DC Converter Delivers Higher Power In Eighth-Brick Format

The eighth-brick size PKB-NG dc/dc converter provides an output power of 300W at 42A, allowing users to achieve higher power in a standard eighth-brick format when upgrading boards for higher performance. Available in through-hole and base-plate versions, the bus converter features an input voltage range from 38V to 55V and sports an industry standard footprint and pin out. It meets the insulation requirements of EN60950 and comes with standard features such as remote on/off, over-temperature protection, output over-current and over-voltage protection, and input under-voltage protection. Other features include an efficiency figure of 97% at 48 Vin from 50% to 100% load. Price is $31.05 each in OEM quantities. ERICSSON INC., Plano, TX. (972) 583-0000.