High-Power-Density Rectifier Provides 1500 W In 2U Package

The CAR1548 rectifier system is designed to operates as part of a complete distributed power architecture system that supports today's optical routing, switching, data, storage, enterprise networks, and broadband applications. The CAR1548 rectifier packs 1500 W of constant power in a 2U high form factor. Measuring only 2.71 by 5.03 by 12.81 in., the rectifier provides 31.25 A at 48 V. The power-factor-corrected product offers adjustable outputs and approximately 9 W/in.³ at a typical efficiency of 91%. The CAR1548 modules cost $559 each in 500-unit quantities.