MGFS15483R3-R

DC DC Converters

DC DC converters are power supplies, also known as voltage converters, which operates on DC power supplied externally – such as batteries, AC/DC adapters, or solar panels – and converts it to a different DC voltage level. DC DC converters are widely used across multiple industry sectors for applications such as computers, radios, portable and hand-held devices, and even automotive power supplies. A good example of a DC DC converter is the MGFS15483R3-R.

MGFS15483R3-R Application Field

The MGFS15483R3-R is a general purpose DC DC converter module designed to convert the input DC voltage (9V-18V) to a higher or lower output DC voltage (3.3V, 5V, or 12V). It features a built-in active power factor correction (PFC) circuit to improve the input power factor, as well as over-voltage, short circuit, and overload protections. The MGFS15483R3-R is suitable for a wide range of applications including industrial control, automotive, medical imaging, surveillance camera, and robotics.

Working Principle of The MGFS15483R3-R

To understand the working principle of MGFS15483R3-R power supply, it is important to first know how a DC DC converter functions. A DC DC converter works by stepping down the input voltage from one level to a lower voltage level. The process involves rectifying the incoming AC electricity, converting it to DC electricity and then stepping it down to the lower output voltage using a switching regulator.

The MGFS15483R3-R DC DC converter module is made up of four main components – the rectifier, the transformer, the switching regulator, and the switching PFC circuit. The rectifier first converts the incoming AC into DC. The transformer then steps down the input voltage through a series of winding connections, and the switching regulator manages the current flow by switching the output voltage. Finally, the PFC circuit ensures that the input power factor remains high, ensuring a stable output voltage.

Conclusion

The MGFS15483R3-R DC DC converter module is a versatile, theoretically efficient power supply solution that is suitable for use in various different applications. Its built-in active PFC circuit provides an improved input power factor, and its high-efficiency switching regulator ensures a stable output voltage with minimal power loss.