ULE Series
Isolated, High Density, Eighth-Brick
1.25–20 Amp, DC-DC Converters
FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATION NOTES
1. All models are tested and specified with external 1||10 μF ceramic/tantalum output
capacitors and a 22 μF external input capacitor. All capacitors are low ESR types.
These capacitors are necessary to accommodate our test equipment and may not
be required to achieve specified performance in your applications. The ULE-12/4.2
and ULE-24/3 modules require minimum load; all other models regulate within spec
and are stable under no-load to full load conditions. General conditions for Specifi-
cations are +25 deg.C, VIN=nominal, VOUT=nominal, full load. Adequate airflow must
be supplied for extended testing under power.
8. Output noise may be further reduced by adding an external filter. See I/O Filtering
and Noise Reduction.
9. All models are fully operational and meet published specifications, including “cold
start” at –40ºC.
10. Regulation specifications describe the deviation as the line input voltage or output
load current is varied from a nominal midpoint value to either extreme.
11. Alternate pin length and/or other output voltages are available under special quantity
order.
2. Input Ripple Current is tested and specified over a 5 Hz to 20 MHz bandwidth. Input
filtering is CIN=33 μF tantalum, CBUS=220 μF electrolytic, LBUS=12 μH.
3. Note that Maximum Power Derating curves indicate an average current at nominal
input voltage. At higher temperatures and/or lower airflow, the DC-DC converter will
tolerate brief full current outputs if the total RMS current over time does not exceed
the Derating curve. All Derating curves are presented at sea level altitude. Be aware
of reduced power dissipation with increasing density altitude.
4. Mean Time Before Failure is calculated using the Telcordia (Belcore) SR-332 Method 1,
Case 3, ground fixed conditions, Tpcboard=+25ºC, full output load, natural air convection.
5. The On/Off Control is normally controlled by a switch. But it may also be driven with
external logic or by applying appropriate external voltages which are referenced to
Input Common. The On/Off Control Input should use either an open collector or open
drain transistor.
12. Electronic overvoltage shutdown is not included on 48V input models to comply
with certain telecom reliability requirements. These requirements attempt continued
operation despite input overvoltage. The converter is rated only to the maximum
input voltage.
13. Do not exceed maximum power specifications when adjusting the output trim.
14. At zero output current, the output may contain low frequency components which
exceed the ripple specification. The output may be operated indefinitely with no load.
15. If reverse polarity is accidentally applied to the input, a body diode will become
forward biased and will conduct considerable current. To ensure reverse input
protection with full output load, always connect an external input fuse in series with
the +VIN input. Use approximately twice the full input current rating with nominal
input voltage.
16. Output current limit is non-latching. When the overcurrent fault is removed, the
converter will immediately recover.
17. The Sense inputs are not included on lower current output models.
18. ULE-5/12-D24 IOUT=8A max. if VIN=19-20V.
6. Short circuit shutdown begins when the output voltage degrades approximately 2%
from the selected setting.
7. The outputs are not intended to sink appreciable reverse current..
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND SAFETY
Outline dimensions
See mechanical specs (below)
Pin material
Copper alloy
Pin diameter
0.04/0.062" (1.016/1.524mm)
Pin finish
Nickel underplate with gold overplate
1 ounce (28 grams)
Weight
Electromagnetic interference (external filter required)
Safety
Designed to meet EN55022/CISPR22 with external filter
Certified to UL/cUL 60950-1, CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, IEC/EN 60950-1, 2nd edition
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Input Voltage:
Continuous:
12 Volt input models
24 Volt input models
48 Volt input models
Transient (100 mSec. Max.)
12 Volt input models
24 Volt input models
48 Volt input models
18 Volts
36 Volts
75 Volts
25 Volts
50 Volts
100 Volts
On/Off Control (pin 2)
See specifications
Input Reverse Polarity Protection
Output Overvoltage Protection
Output Current *
5 Amps, 10 sec. max.
Magnetic feedback. See note (7).
Current-limited. Devices can with stand
sustained short circuit without damage.
Storage Temperature
Lead Temperature
–55 to +125°C.
Refer to solder profile.
These are stress ratings. Exposure of devices to greater than any of these conditions
may adversely affect long-term reliability. Proper operation under conditions other than
those listed in the Performance/Functional Specifications Table is not implied.
* The outputs are not intended to sink reverse current.
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