Switcher Scrubs For Medical Apps

Groomed for compact, single-output medical applications, the 1U-high PAM150 switching power supply employs passive PFC technology, versus what is said to be more complex and less reliable active PFC technology. The supply accepts a universal 115/230 Vac input and delivers a continuous output power of 150W. Output voltage can be preset at the factory for 3.3V, 5V, 12V, 24V, or 48V. The supply also offers optional current-sharing capability for 1+1 redundancy with no special interconnection requirement. Other options include remote on/off and droop or single-wire current sharing with OR-ing diodes. Price is under $60 each in OEM quantities. TAIYO YUDEN INC., San Marcos, CA. (760) 510-3200.