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24V, 20A, DC INPUT
DC/DC CONVERTER
DC 600V Input
Optimized for Intermediate DC-bus of Drive Systems
Two Input Fuses for DC 600V included
95% Full Load and Excellent Partial Load Efficiencies
Width only 65mm, Weight only 890g
25% BonusPower®, 600W for up to 4s
Active Filtering of Input Transients
Full Power Between -25°C and +60°C
Extremely Low Input Inrush Current Surge
Reverse Input Polarity Protection
DC-OK Relay Contact
Quick-connect Spring-clamp Terminals
3 Year Warranty
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Modern machines typically use maintenance-free AC-
motors which are controlled by frequency converters or
servo amplifiers. Such devices have an intermediate DC-
bus where all individual drives are connected.
The QTD20 DC/DC converter can be connected directly
to the intermediate DC-bus. In case of a mains failure,
the QTD20 utilizes the power from the DC-bus
capacitors which are charged from the kinetic energy
of the motor until the motor has come to a complete
stop.
The intermediate DC-bus is usually unfiltered and have
high EMI noise so the QTD20 has a very robust input
stage and an appropriate input filter included.
Additionally,
the
QTD20 is UL 508
approved and is
equipped
with
input fuses which
are
rated
and
tested for 600Vdc
applications.
SHORT-FORM DATA
Output voltage
DC 24V
nominal
Adjustment range
24 - 28V
Output current
20 – 17.5A
continuous
25 – 21.4A
short term (4s)
Output power
480W
continuous
600W
short term (4s)
Output ripple
< 100mVpp
20Hz to 20MHz
Input voltage
DC 600V
-20%/+40%
Input current
0.85A
at 600Vdc
Inrush current
typ. 1.5A peak
Efficiency
95.0%
at 600Vdc
Losses
25.5W
at 600Vdc
Temperature range
-25°C to +70°C
operational
Derating
12W/°C
+60 to +70°C
Hold-up time
typ. 22ms
at 600Vdc
Dimensions
65x124x127mm
WxHxD
Weight
890g / 1.96lb
L1
L2
L3
PE
f
Motor
PE
+
DC Load,
Controller
QTD+
-
+
-
PE
f
Motor
ORDER NUMBERS
DC/DC converter
QTD20.241
Accessory
ZM1.WALL Wall mount bracket
ZM14.SIDE Side mount bracket
UF20.241
Buffer unit
YR40.241
Redundancy module
MARKINGS
IND. CONT. EQ.
UL 508
EMC, LVD
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All parameters are specified at 24V, 20A, 600Vdc input, 25°C ambient and after a 5 minutes run-in time unless otherwise noted.
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24V, 20A, DC INPUT
INDEX
Page
Page
1. Intended Use .......................................................3
2. Installation Requirements...................................3
3. Input ....................................................................4
4. Input Inrush Current ...........................................5
5. Output .................................................................6
6. Hold-up Time.......................................................8
7. DC-OK Relay Contact ..........................................8
8. Efficiency and Power Losses................................9
9. Lifetime Expectancy and MTBF.........................10
10. Functional Diagram...........................................10
11. Terminals and Wiring........................................11
12. Front Side and User Elements...........................12
13. EMC....................................................................13
14. Environment......................................................14
15. Protection Features ...........................................15
16. Safety Features..................................................15
17. Dielectric Strength ............................................16
18. Approvals...........................................................16
19. Physical Dimensions and Weight......................17
20. Accessories ........................................................ 18
20.1. ZM1.WALL – Wall/Panel mounting..........18
20.2. ZM14.SIDE - Side Mounting Bracket........19
20.3. UF20.241 - Buffer module ........................20
20.4. YR40.241 - Redundancy Module..............20
21. Application Notes............................................. 21
21.1. Repetitive Pulse Loading..........................21
21.2. Peak Current Capability ...........................22
21.3. External Input Protection.........................22
21.4. Charging of Batteries ...............................23
21.5. Output Circuit Breakers............................24
21.6. Series Operation .......................................24
21.7. Parallel Use to Increase Output Power....25
21.8. Parallel Use for Redundancy ....................25
21.9. Inductive and Capacitive Loads................25
21.10. Back-feeding Loads ..................................26
21.11. Use in a Tightly Sealed Enclosure ............26
21.12. Mounting Orientations ............................27
The information given in this document is correct to the best of our knowledge and experience at the time of publication. If not
expressly agreed otherwise, this information does not represent a warranty in the legal sense of the word. As the state of our
knowledge and experience is constantly changing, the information in this data sheet is subject to revision. We therefore kindly ask
you to always use the latest issue of this document (available under www.pulspower.com). No part of this document may be
reproduced or utilized in any form without our prior permission in writing.
Some parts of this unit are patent by PULS (US patent No 091662,063, Des. 424,529, …).
TERMINOLOGY AND ABREVIATIONS
PE and
symbol
PE is the abbreviation for Protective Earth and has the same meaning as the symbol
.
Earth, Ground
This document uses the term “earth” which is the same as the U.S. term “ground”.
T.B.D.
To be defined, value or description will follow later.
DC 600V
A figure displayed with the AC or DC before the value represents a nominal voltage with
standard tolerances included.
E.g.: DC 12V describes a 12V battery disregarding whether it is full (13.7V) or flat (10V)
600Vdc
A figure with the unit (Vac or Vdc) at the end is a momentary figure without any additional
tolerances included.
may
A key word indicating flexibility of choice with no implied preference.
shall
A key word indicating a mandatory requirement.
should
A key word indicating flexibility of choice with a strongly preferred implementation.
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1. INTENDED USE
This device is designed for installation in an enclosure and is intended for the general professional use in industrial
equipment.
Do not use this DC/DC converter in equipment, where malfunction may cause severe personal injury or threaten
human life.
2. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
This device may only be installed and put into operation by qualified personnel.
This device does not contain serviceable parts.
The tripping of an internal fuse is caused by an internal defect.
If damage or malfunction should occur during installation or operation, immediately turn power off and send unit to
the factory for inspection.
Mount the device on a DIN-rail so that the input terminals are located on the bottom of the unit. For other mounting
orientations see de-rating requirements in this document. See chapter 21.12.
This device is designed for convection cooling and does not require an external fan. Do not obstruct airflow and do
not cover ventilation grid (e.g. cable conduits) by more than 15%!
Keep the following installation clearances:
40mm on top,
20mm on the bottom,
5mm on the left and right sides are recommended when the device is loaded permanently with more than 50% of the
rated power. Increase this clearance to 15mm in case the adjacent device is a heat source (e.g. another DC/DC
converter).
Caution: For use in a controlled environment according to CSA 22.2 No 107.1-01.
WARNING Risk of electrical shock, fire, personal injury or death.
- Do not use the DC/DC converter without proper grounding (Protective Earth). Use the terminal on the input block
for earth connection and not one of the screws on the housing.
- Turn power off before working on the device. Protect against inadvertent re-powering.
- Make sure that the wiring is correct by following all local and national codes.
- Do not modify or repair the unit.
- Do not open the unit as high voltages are present inside.
- Use caution to prevent any foreign objects from entering the housing.
- Do not use in wet locations or in areas where moisture or condensation can be expected.
- Do not touch during power-on, and immediately after power-off. Hot surfaces may cause burns.
Oct. 2016 / Rev. 2.0 DS-QTD20.241-EN
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3. INPUT
Input
nom.
DC 600V -20%/+40%
Input range
min.
480-840Vdc
Continuous operation
min.
360-480Vdc
Maximal 60s or with reduced output current, see Fig. 5-2
min.
840V-900Vdc
Maximal 60s or with reduced output current, see Fig. 5-2
max.
1000Vdc
Absolute maximum input voltage with no damage to
the DC/DC converter. Above 900Vdc, the output will
switch off and will turn-on again, when the input
voltage falls below 850Vdc.
Allowed voltage input to Earth
max.
600V R.M.S.
Continuous, IEC 60664-1
max.
±900Vpk
Peak value, allowed for transients
Slew rate for voltages between
input and Earth (ground)
max.
1000V/μs
Allowed input ripple voltage
max.
50Vpp
50Hz-40kHz
Turn-on voltage
typ.
450Vdc
Steady-state value, load independent, see Fig. 3-1
Shut-down voltage
typ.
325Vdc
Steady-state value, load independent, see Fig. 3-1
Input current
typ.
0.79A
At 24V, 20A, see Fig. 3-3
Start-up delay
typ.
350ms
See Fig. 3-2
Rise time
typ.
70ms
At 24V, 20A, only resistive load see Fig. 3-2
typ.
110ms
At 24V, 20A, resistive load with an additional 20mF
capacitor
Turn-on overshoot
max.
500mV
See Fig. 3-2
External capacitors on input
Allowed without any limitations
Fig. 3-1 Input voltage range
Turn-on
450Vdc
VIN
POUT
900Vdc
Shut-down
840Vdc
325Vdc
480Vdc
360Vdc
A: continuously allowed
B: < 60s or with derating
B
A
B
Fig. 3-2 Turn-on behavior, definitions
Fig. 3-3 Input current vs. output load at 24V
Start-up
delay
Rise
Time
Overshoot
- 5%
Output
Voltage
Intput
Voltage
20A
2
4
6
8
10 12 14 16 18
0
0.2
0.4
0.6
1.0A
0.8
Output Current
Input Current, typ.
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4. INPUT INRUSH CURRENT
The DC/DC converter is equipped with an active inrush current limitation circuit, which limits the input inrush current
after turn-on and after short input voltage interruptions to a very low value.
DC 600V
Inrush current*)
max.
3Apeak
Over entire temperature range
typ.
1.6Apeak
Over entire temperature range
Inrush energy
max.
1A2s
Over entire temperature range
Inrush delay
typ.
350ms
*)
The charging current into EMI suppression capacitors is disregarded in the first microseconds after switch-on.
Fig. 4-1 Typical turn-on behavior at nominal
load and 25°C ambient temperature
Input Current
Input Voltage
Output Voltage
Input:
600Vdc
Output:
24V, 20A
Ambient:
25°C
Upper curve:
Input voltage 100V/Div
Medium curve: Output voltage 5V/DIV
Lower curve:
Input current 1A/DIV
Time base:
100ms/DIV
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5. OUTPUT
Output voltage
nom.
24V
Adjustment range
min.
24-28V
Guaranteed
max.
30V 3)
At clockwise end position of potentiometer
Factory setting
typ.
24.1V
±0.2%, at full load, cold unit
Line regulation
max.
10mV
At 480-840Vdc voltage change
Load regulation
max.
100mV
Static value, 0AÆ20A
Ripple and noise voltage
max.
100mVpp
20Hz to 20MHz, 50Ohm
Output current – continuous
nom.
20A 4)
At 24V, input: 480-840Vdc, see Fig. 5-1
nom.
17.5A 4)
At 28V, input: 480-840Vdc, see Fig. 5-1
Output current – up to 4s 1)
nom.
25A
At 24V, input: 480-840Vdc, see Fig. 5-1 and Fig. 5-3
nom.
21.4A
At 28V, input: 480-840Vdc, see Fig. 5-1 and Fig. 5-3
Output power – continuous
nom.
480W
At 24-28V
Output power – up to 4s 1)
nom.
600W
At 24-28V
BonusPower® time
typ.
4s
Duration until the output voltage dips, see Fig. 5-3
BonusPower® recovery time
typ.
7s
Overload free time to reset power manager, see Fig.
5-4
Overload behavior
cont. current
See Fig. 5-1
Short-circuit current 2)
min.
20A
Continuous, load impedance 50mOhm, see Fig. 5-1
max.
23A
Continuous, load impedance 50mOhm, see Fig. 5-1
min.
25A
Short-term (4s), load impedance 50mOhm, see Fig. 5-1
max.
28A
Short-term (4s), load impedance 50mOhm, see Fig. 5-1
Output capacitance
typ.
950μF
Included in the DC/DC converter
1)
BonusPower®, short term power capability (up to typ. 4s)
The DC/DC converter is designed to support loads with a higher short-term power requirement without damage or shutdown. The
short-term duration is hardware controlled by an output power manager. This BonusPower® is repeatedly available. Detailed
information can be found in chapter 21.1. If the DC/DC converter is loaded longer with the BonusPower® than shown in the bonus-
time diagram (see Fig. 5-3), the max. output power is automatically reduced to 480W.
2)
Discharge current of output capacitors is not included.
3)
This is the maximum output voltage which can occur at the clockwise end position of the potentiometer due to tolerances. It is not
guaranteed value which can be achieved. The typical value is about 28.5V.
4)
Reduce output current according to Fig. 5-2 for the extended input voltage ranges from 360-480Vdc and 840-900Vdc.
Oct. 2016 / Rev. 2.0 DS-QTD20.241-EN
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Fig. 5-1 Output voltage vs. output current, typ.
Fig. 5-2 Output current vs. input voltage
Output Voltage
0
0
5
10
20
25
4
8
12
28V
16
20
24
15
30A
Output Current
short-term
Adjustment
Range
continuous
Allowed Output
Current at 24V
0
900
Vdc
5
10
15
20
25A
continuous
for typ. 4s
840
Vdc
360
Vdc
480
Vdc
Input Voltage
<60s
<60s
Fig. 5-3 Bonus time vs. output power
Fig. 5-4 BonusPower® recovery time
max.
Bonus Time
0
105
110
115
120
125
130%
Output Power
1
2
3
4
5s
min.
Power
Demand
Output
Voltage
Limitation by
Power Manager
Bonus Power disabled
Recovery Time
100%
<125%
Bonus
Time
The BonusPower® is available as soon as power comes on and after the end of an output short circuit or output
overload.
Fig. 5-5 BonusPower® after input turn-on
Fig. 5-6 BonusPower® after output short
100%
Output
Voltage
Intput
Voltage
Bonus
Power
Output
Power
125%
Short of
Output
100%
Output
Voltage
Bonus
Power
Output
Power
125%
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6. HOLD-UP TIME
DC 600V
Hold-up Time
typ.
44ms
At 24V, 10A, see Fig. 6-1
min.
36ms
At 24V, 10A, see Fig. 6-1
typ.
22ms
At 24V, 20A, see Fig. 6-1
min.
18ms
At 24V, 20A, see Fig. 6-1
Fig. 6-1 Hold-up time vs. input voltage
Fig. 6-2 Shut-down behavior, definitions
0
10
20
30
40
50ms
400
500
600
700
800Vdc
Input Voltage
Hold-up Time
24V, 10A, typ.
24V, 20A, typ.
24V, 10A, min.
24V, 20A, min.
- 5%
Hold-up Time
Output
Voltage
Intput
Voltage
7. DC-OK RELAY CONTACT
This feature monitors the output voltage, which is produced by the DC/DC converter itself. It is independent of a back-
fed voltage from a unit connected in parallel to the DC/DC converter output.
Contact closes
As soon as the output voltage reaches the adjusted output voltage.
Contact opens
As soon as the output voltage dips more than 10% below the adjusted output voltage.
Short dips will be extended to a signal length of 250ms. Dips shorter than 1ms will be ignored.
Contact re-closes
As soon as the output voltage exceeds 90% of the adjusted voltage.
Contact ratings
max.
60Vdc 0.3A, 30Vdc 1A, 30Vac 0.5A
Resistive load
min.
1mA at 5Vdc
Min. permissible load
Isolation voltage
See dielectric strength table in section 17.
Fig. 7-1 DC-ok relay contact behavior
250ms
0.9* VADJ
<
1ms
10%
open
VOUT = VADJ
open
closed
closed
>
1ms
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8. EFFICIENCY AND POWER LOSSES
DC 600V
Efficiency
typ.
95.0%
At 24V, 20A
Average efficiency*)
typ.
94.4%
25% at 5A, 25% at 10A, 25% at 15A and 25% at 20A
Power losses
typ.
7.7W
At 24V, 0A (no load)
typ.
12.8W
At 24V, 10A (half load)
typ.
25.5W
At 24V, 20A (full load)
*)
The average efficiency is an assumption for a typical application where the DC/DC converter is loaded with 25% of the nominal load for
25% of the time, 50% of the nominal load for another 25% of the time, 75% of the nominal load for another 25% of the time and with
100% of the nominal load for the rest of the time.
Fig. 8-1 Efficiency vs. output current at 24V,
typ.
Fig. 8-2 Losses vs. output current at 24V, typ.
Efficiency
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18 20A
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96%
Output Current
Power Losses
0
2
4
6
8
10 12 14
20A
0
5
10
15
20
25
30W
16 18
Output Current
Fig. 8-3 Efficiency vs. input voltage at 24V,
20A, typ.
Fig. 8-4 Losses vs. input voltage at 24V, 20A,
typ.
Efficiency
350
450
650
750
850Vdc
92.5
93.0
93.5
94.0
94.5
95.0
95.5%
Input Voltage
550
Power Losses
350
450
550
650
850Vdc
23.0
25.0
27.0
29.0
31.0
33.0
35W
750
Input Voltage
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9. LIFETIME EXPECTANCY AND MTBF
DC 600V
Calculated lifetime expectancy*)
220 000h *)
At 24V, 10A and 25°C
78 000h
At 24V, 10A and 40°C
119 000h
At 24V, 20A and 25°C
42 000h
At 24V, 20A and 40°C
MTBF**) SN 29500, IEC 61709
801 000h
At 24V, 20A and 25°C
446 000h
At 24V, 20A and 40°C
MTBF**) MIL HDBK 217F
267 000h
At 24V, 20A and 25°C; Ground Benign GB25
204 000h
At 24V, 20A and 40°C; Ground Benign GB40
*)
The calculated lifetime expectancy shown in the table indicates the minimum operating hours (service life) and is determined by the
lifetime expectancy of the built-in electrolytic capacitors. Lifetime expectancy is specified in operational hours and is calculated according
to the capacitor’s manufacturer specification. The manufacturer of the electrolytic capacitors only guarantees a maximum life of up to 15
years (131 400h). Any number exceeding this value is a calculated theoretical lifetime which can be used to compare devices.
**) MTBF stands for Mean Time Between Failure, which is calculated according to statistical device failures, and indicates reliability of a
device. It is the statistical representation of the likelihood of a unit to fail and does not necessarily represent the life of a product.
The MTBF figure is a statistical representation of the likelihood of a device to fail. A MTBF figure of e.g. 1 000 000h means that
statistically one unit will fail every 100 hours if 10 000 units are installed in the field. However, it can not be determined if the failed unit
has been running for 50 000h or only for 100h.
10. FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAM
Fig. 10-1 Functional diagram
+
+
-
-
VOUT
DC
ok
Output
Over-
Voltage
Protection
Input Filter
Inrush Current
Limiter
Transient Filter
Input
Fuses
(in + and -
pole)
Output
Voltage
Regulator
Power
Converter
Output
Filter
DC ok
Relay
Output
Voltage
Monitor
Output
Power
Manager
Temper-
ature
Shut-
down
Overload
LED
DC-OK
LED
+
-
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11. TERMINALS AND WIRING
The terminals are IP20 Finger safe constructed and suitable for field and factory wiring.
Type
Quick-connect spring-clamp terminals
Solid wire
Max. 6mm2
Stranded wire
Max. 4mm2
American Wire Gauge
Max. AWG10
Wire diameter
Max. 2.8mm (including ferrules)
Wire stripping length
Typ. 10mm / 0.4inch
Screwdriver
Not applicable
Recommended tightening torque
Not applicable
Instructions:
a)
Use appropriate copper cables that are designed for minimum
operating temperatures of:
60°C for ambient up to 45°C and
75°C for ambient up to 60°C minimum
90°C for ambient up to 70°C minimum.
b) Follow national installation codes and installation regulations!
c)
Ensure that all strands of a stranded wire enter the terminal
connection!
d) Do not use the unit without PE connection.
e)
Ferrules are allowed.
1. Insert the wire
2. Snap the lever
To disconnect wire: same procedure
vice versa
Daisy chaining:
Daisy chaining (jumping from one DC/DC converter output to the next) is allowed as long as the average output
current through one terminal pin does not exceed 27A. If the current is higher, use a separate distribution terminal
block as shown in Fig. 11-2.
Fig. 11-1 Daisy chaining of outputs
Fig. 11-2 Using distribution terminals
Load
+
-
DC/DC
converter
+ + - -
Output
DC/DC
converter
+ + - -
Output
max 27A
continuous!
Distribution
Terminals
Load
+
-
DC/DC
converter
+ + - -
Output
DC/DC
converter
+ + - -
Output
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12. FRONT SIDE AND USER ELEMENTS
Fig. 12-1 Front side
A Input Terminals
(Quick-connect spring-clamp terminals)
+ Positive input
– Negative (return) input
...PE (Protective Earth) input
B Output Terminals
(Quick-connect spring-clamp terminals, two pins per pole)
+ Positive output
– Negative (return) output
C Output Voltage Potentiometer
Multi turn potentiometer;
Open the flap to set the output voltage.
Factory set: 24.1V at full output current
D DC-OK LED (green)
On, when the voltage on the output terminals is >90% of the
adjusted output voltage.
E Overload LED (red)
- On, when the voltage on the output terminals is <90% of the
adjusted output voltage, or in case of a short circuit in the output.
- On, when the unit has switched off due to over-temperature.
- Input voltage is always required
F
DC-OK Relay Contact (Quick-connect spring-clamp terminals)
The DC-OK relay contact is synchronized with the DC-OK LED.
See chapter 7 for details.
Indicators, LEDs:
Overload LED
DC-OK LED
DC-OK Contact
Normal mode
OFF
ON
Closed
During BonusPower®
OFF
ON
Closed
Overload (Vout < 90%)
ON
OFF
Open
Output short circuit
ON
OFF
Open
Temperature Shut-down
ON
OFF
Open
No input power
OFF
OFF
Open
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13. EMC
The DC/DC converter is suitable for applications in industrial environment.
EMC Immunity
According to generic standards: EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61800-3
Electrostatic discharge
EN 61000-4-2
Contact discharge
Air discharge
8kV
15kV
Criterion A
Criterion A
Electromagnetic RF field
EN 61000-4-3
80MHz-2.7GHz
10V/m
Criterion A
Fast transients (Burst)
EN 61000-4-4
Input lines
Output lines
DC-OK signal (coupling clamp)
4kV
2kV
2kV
Criterion A
Criterion A
Criterion A
Surge voltage on input
EN 61000-4-5
(+) Æ (-)
(+) / (-) Æ PE
1kV
4kV
Criterion A
Criterion A
Surge voltage on output
EN 61000-4-5
(+) Æ (-)
(+) / (-)Æ PE
500V
1kV
Criterion A
Criterion A
Surge voltage on DC-OK
EN 61000-4-5
DC-OK signal Æ PE
1kV
Criterion A
Conducted disturbance
EN 61000-4-6
0.15-80MHz
10V
Criterion A
Criterions:
A: DC/DC converter shows normal operation behavior within the defined limits.
EMC Emission
According to generic standards: EN 61000-6-4 and EN 61800-3
Conducted emission
input lines
EN 55011, EN 55022, FCC Part 15, CISPR 11, CISPR 22
15dB higher than average limits
for DC power port according to
EN 61000-6-4*)
Conducted emission
output lines
IEC/CISPR 16-1-2, IEC/CISPR 16-2-1
5dB higher than average limits
for DC power port according to
EN 61000-6-4*)
Radiated emission
EN 55011, EN 55022
Class A
This device complies with FCC Part 15 rules.
Operation is subjected to following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
*)
There are no mandatory requirements in the generic standards EN 61000-6-4 and EN 61800-3 for conducted emissions on DC-Lines. For
assessment of the conducted emissions, the input filter of the frequency converter or servo amplifier need to be taken into account.
Switching Frequencies
The DC/DC converter has three converters with three different switching frequencies
included. One is nearly constant. The others are input voltage and load dependent.
Switching frequency 1
100kHz
Resonant converter, nearly constant
Switching frequency 2
30kHz to 90kHz
Boost converter, load dependent
Switching frequency 3
17kHz to 120kHz
Buck converter, input voltage and load dependent
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14. ENVIRONMENT
Operational temperature*)
-25°C to +70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Reduce output power according Fig. 14-1
Storage temperature
-40 to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
For storage and transportation
Output de-rating
12W/°C
60-70°C (140°F to 158°F)
Humidity**)
5 to 95% r.H.
IEC 60068-2-30
Vibration sinusoidal
2-17.8Hz: ±1.6mm; 17.8-500Hz: 2g
2 hours / axis
IEC 60068-2-6
Vibration random
0.5m²(s³)
2 hours / axis
IEC 60068-2-64
Shock
30g 6ms, 20g 11ms
3 bumps / direction, 18 bumps in total
IEC 60068-2-27
Altitude
0 to 2000m (0 to 6 560ft)
Without any restrictions
2000 to 6000m (6 560 to 20 000ft)
Reduce output power or ambient
temperature, see Fig. 14-2
IEC 62103, EN 50178, overvoltage category II
Altitude de-rating
30W/1000m or 5°C/1000m
> 2000m (6500ft), see Fig. 14-2
Over-voltage category
III
IEC 62103, EN 62477-1, altitudes up to 2000m
II
For altitudes from 2000m to 6000m
Degree of pollution
2
IEC 62103, EN 62477-1, not conductive
LABS compatibility
The unit does not release any silicone or other LABS-critical substances and is suitable for
use in paint shops.
*)
Operational temperature is the same as the ambient or surrounding temperature and is defined as the air temperature 2cm below the
unit.
**) Do not energize while condensation is present.
Fig. 14-1 Output current vs. ambient temp.
Fig. 14-2 Output current vs. altitude
Allowed Output
Current at 24V
0
-25
0
20
40
70°C
5
10
15
20
25
30A
continuous
60
Ambient Temperature
for typ. 4s
Allowed Output
Current at 24V
0
0
2000
4000
6000m
5
10
15
20
25
30A
continuous
Altitude
for typ. 4s
A... Tamb < 60°C
B... Tamb < 50°C
C... Tamb < 40°C
A
B
C
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15. PROTECTION FEATURES
Output protection
Electronically protected against overload, no-load and short-circuits*)
Output over-voltage protection
typ. 32Vdc
max. 35Vdc
In case of an internal DC/DC converter defect, a
redundant circuit limits the maximum output voltage.
The output shuts down and automatically attempts to
restart.
Reverse input polarity protection included
Unit does not start when input voltage is reversed.
Degree of protection
IP 20
EN/IEC 60529
Penetration protection
> 3.5mm
E.g. screws, small parts
Over-temperature protection
yes
Output shut-down with automatic restart
Input transient protection
MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor)
Internal input fuse
included
The unit is equipped with two internal input fuses (+
line and - line) which protect the unit against internal
short circuits and ground faults. The fuses are not user
accessible. A tripping of an internal fuse is caused by an
internal fault.
*)
In case of a protection event, audible noise may occur.
16. SAFETY FEATURES
Input / output separation*)
SELV
EN 62477-1
PELV
IEC/EN 60204-1, EN 62477-1, IEC 62103, IEC 60364-4-41
Class of protection
I
PE (Protective Earth) connection required
Isolation resistance
> 500MOhm
Input to output, 500Vdc
PE resistance
< 0.1Ohm
Touch current (leakage current)
The leakage current, which is produced by the DC/DC converter itself, depends on
the input voltage ripple and need to be investigated in the final application.
For a smooth DC input voltage, the produced leakage current is less than 100μA.
*)
double or reinforced insulation
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17. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH
The output voltage is floating and has no ohmic connection to the ground. Type and factory tests are conducted by
the manufacturer. Field tests may be conducted in the field using the appropriate test equipment which applies the
voltage with a slow ramp (2s up and 2s down). Connect all input poles together as well as all output poles before
conducting the test. When testing, set the cut-off current settings to the value in the table below.
Fig. 17-1 Dielectric strength
A
B
C
D
Type test
60s
2500Vac
3000Vac
500Vac
500Vac
Factory test
5s
2500Vac
2500Vac
500Vac
500Vac
Field test
5s
2000Vac
2000Vac
500Vac
500Vac
Cut-off current setting
> 10mA
> 10mA
> 30mA
> 1mA
A
D
C
B
B*)
+
Input
DC-ok
Earth
Output
-
+
-
To fulfil the PELV requirements according to EN 60204-1 § 6.4.1, we
recommend that either the + pole, the – pole or any other part of
the output circuit shall be connected to the protective earth
system. This helps to avoid situations in which a load starts
unexpectedly or can not be switched off when unnoticed earth
faults occur.
B*) When testing input to DC-OK ensure that the max. voltage between DC-OK and the output is not exceeded (column D). We recommend
connecting DC-OK pins and the output pins together when performing the test.
18. APPROVALS
EC Declaration of Conformity
The CE mark indicates conformance with the
- EMC directive and the
- Low-voltage directive
UL 508
IND. CONT. EQ.
Listed for use as Industrial Control Equipment;
U.S.A. (UL 508) and Canada (C22.2 No. 107-1-01);
E-File: E198865
EAC TR Registration
Registration for the Eurasian Customs Union market
(Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus)
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19. PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Width
65mm 2.56’’
Height
124mm 4.88’’
Depth
127mm 5.0’’
The DIN-rail height must be added to the unit depth to calculate the total required
installation depth.
Weight
890g / 1.96lb
DIN-Rail
Use 35mm DIN-rails according to EN 60715 or EN 50022 with a height of 7.5 or 15mm.
Housing material
Body: Aluminium alloy
Cover: zinc-plated steel
Installation clearances
See chapter 2
Fig. 19-1 Front view
Fig. 19-2 Side view
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20. ACCESSORIES
20.1. ZM1.WALL – WALL/PANEL MOUNTING
This bracket is used to mount the QTD20 DC/DC converter on a wall/panel without utilizing a
DIN-Rail.
The two aluminum brackets and the black plastic slider of the unit have to be detached, so that
the steel brackets can be mounted.
Fig. 20-1 Wall/panel mounting
Fig. 20-2 Mounting Dimensions - Wall mounting bracket
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20.2. ZM14.SIDE - SIDE MOUNTING BRACKET
This bracket is used to mount the QTD20 DC/DC converter sideways with or without utilizing a
DIN-Rail.
The two aluminum brackets and the black plastic slider of the unit have to be detached, so that
the steel brackets can be mounted.
For sideway DIN-rail mounting, the removed aluminum brackets and the black plastic slider need
to be mounted on the steel bracket.
Fig. 20-3
Side mounting without DIN-
rail brackets
Fig. 20-4
Side mounting with DIN-rail
brackets
Fig. 20-5
Mounting Dimensions
Side mounting bracket
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20.3. UF20.241 - BUFFER MODULE
This buffer unit is a supplementary device for DC 24V power supplies and DC/DC
converter. It delivers power to bridge typical mains failures or extends the hold-up time
after turn-off of the AC or DC power. In times when the DC/DC converter provides
sufficient voltages, the buffer unit stores energy in the integrated electrolytic capacitors.
In case of mains voltage fault, this energy is released again in a regulated process.
The buffer unit does not require any control
wiring. It can be added in parallel to the load
circuit at any given point. Buffer units can be
added in parallel to increase the output ampacity
or the hold-up time.
DC
Buffer
Unit(s)
Power
Supply
Load
AC
+
-
20.4. YR40.241 - REDUNDANCY MODULE
The YR40.241 redundancy module is equipped with two input channels (20A each), which
are individually decoupled by utilizing MOSFET technology. The output current can go as
high as 40A.
Using MOSFET instead of diodes reduces the heat generation and the voltage drop
between input and output. The YR40.241 does not require an additional auxiliary voltage
and is self-powered even in case of a short circuit across the output.
Due to the low power losses, the unit is very slender and only requires 36mm width on the
DIN-rail.
Fig. 20-6 Typical 1+1 Redundant configuration for
20A with one dual redundancy module und two
DC/DC converters
Fig. 20-7 Typical N+1 Redundant configuration for 60A with two dual
redundancy modules and four DC/DC converters
+
-
PE
20A
Load
Failure
Monitor
PE
+ + - -
QTD20.241
24V,20A DC-
OK
+ -
YR40.241
Redundancy
Module
Output
Input
1
Input
2
+
-
+ - + -
PE
+ + - -
QTD20.241
24V,20A DC-
OK
+ -
I
I
60A
Load
Failure
Monitor
YR40.241
Redundancy
Module
Output
Input
1
Input
2
+
-
+ - + -
YR40.241
Redundancy
Module
Output
Input
1
Input
2
+
-
+ - + -
PE
+ + - -
QTD20.241
24V,20A DC-
OK
+ -
PE
+ + - -
QTD20.241
24V,20A DC-
OK
+ -
PE
+ + - -
QTD20.241
24V,20A DC-
OK
+ -
PE
+ + - -
QTD20.241
24V,20A DC-
OK
+ -
I
I
I
+
-
PE
I
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21. APPLICATION NOTES
21.1. REPETITIVE PULSE LOADING
Typically, a load current is not constant and varies over time. This DC/DC converter is designed to support loads with a
higher short-term power demand (=BonusPower®). The short-term duration is hardware controlled by an output
power manager and is available on a repeated basis. If the BonusPower® load lasts longer than the hardware
controller allows it, the output voltage will dip and the next BonusPower® is available after the BonusPower® recovery
time (see chapter 5) has elapsed.
To avoid this, the following rules must be met:
a)
The power demand of the pulse must be below 125% of the nominal output power.
b)
The duration of the pulse power must be shorter than the allowed BonusPower® time. (see output section)
c)
The average (R.M.S.) output current must be below the specified continuous output current.
If the R.M.S. current is higher, the unit will respond with a thermal shut-down after a period of time. Use the
maximum duty cycle curve (Fig. 21-2) to check if the average output current is below the nominal current.
d)
The duty cycle must be below 0.75.
Fig. 21-1 Repetitive pulse loads, definitions
Fig. 21-2 Max. duty cycle curve
100%
PPEAK
TPEAK
P0
T0
max.
125%
125%
100
0
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.75
Duty Cycle
105
110
115
120
PPEAK
P0 = 10%
P0 = 50%
P0 = 75%
P0 = 100%
P0
Base load (W)
PPEAK Pulse load (above 100%)
T0
Duration between pulses (s)
TPEAK Pulse duration (s)
DutyCycle
T0 =
Tpeak - (DutyCycle x Tpeak)
Tpeak + T0
Tpeak
DutyCycle =
Example:
A load is powered continuously with 240W (= 50% of the rated output load). From time to time a peak
power of 600W (= 125% of the rated output load) is needed for 1 second.
The question is: How often can this pulse be supplied without overloading the DC/DC converter?
- Make a vertical line at PPEAK = 125% and a horizontal line where the vertical line crosses the P0 = 50%
curve. Read the max. duty cycle from the duty cycle-axis (= 0.37)
- Calculate the required pause (base load) length T0:
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- Result: The required pause length = 1.7s
- Max. repetition rate = pulse +pause length = 2.7s
More examples for pulse load compatibility:
PPEAK
P0
TPEAK
T0
PPEAK
P0
TPEAK
T0
600W
480W
1s
>25s
600W
240W
0.1s
>0.16s
600W
0W
1s
>1.3s
600W
240W
1s
>1.6s
540W
240W
1s
> 0.75s
600W
240W
3s
>4.9s
DutyCycle
T0=
Tpeak - (DutyCycle x Tpeak)
0.37
1s - (0.37 x 1s)
=
=1.7s
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21.2. PEAK CURRENT CAPABILITY
The DC/DC converter can deliver peak currents (up to several milliseconds) which are higher than the specified short
term currents.
This helps to start current demanding loads. Solenoids, contactors and pneumatic modules often have a steady state
coil and a pick-up coil. The inrush current demand of the pick-up coil is several times higher than the steady-state
current and usually exceeds the nominal output current (including the BonusPower®). The same situation applies when
starting a capacitive load.
The peak current capability also ensures the safe operation of subsequent circuit breakers of load circuits. The load
branches are often individually protected with circuit breakers or fuses. In case of a short or an overload in one branch
circuit, the fuse or circuit breaker need a certain amount of over-current to open in a timely manner. This avoids
voltage loss in adjacent circuits.
The extra current (peak current) is supplied by the power converter and the built-in large sized output capacitors of
the DC/DC converter. The capacitors get discharged during such an event, which causes a voltage dip on the output.
The following two examples show typical voltage dips:
Fig. 21-3 Peak load with 2x the nominal
current for 50ms, typ.
Fig. 21-4 Peak load with 5x the nominal
current for 5ms, typ.
10ms/DIV
Output
Voltage
Output
Current
24V
0A
40A
13V
1ms/DIV
Output
Voltage
Output
Current
24V
0A
100A
4V
40A Peak load (resistive) for 50ms
Output voltage dips from 24V to 13V.
100A Peak load (resistive) for 5ms
Output voltage dips from 24V to 4V.
Please note: The DC-OK relay triggers when the voltage dips more than 10% for longer than 1ms.
Peak current voltage dips
typ.
from 24V to 13V
At 40A for 50ms, resistive load
typ.
from 24V to 4V
At 80A for 2ms, resistive load
typ.
from 24V to 4V
At 80A for 5ms, resistive load
21.3. EXTERNAL INPUT PROTECTION
The unit is tested and approved for branch circuits up to 15A (U.S.A.) and 16A (IEC). An external protection is only
required if the supplying branch has an ampacity greater than this. Check also local codes and local requirements. In
some countries local regulations might apply.
If an external fuse is necessary or utilized, minimum requirements need to be considered to avoid nuisance tripping of
the circuit breaker. A minimum value of 6A B- or 3A C-Characteristic breaker should be chosen.
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21.4. CHARGING OF BATTERIES
The DC/DC converter can be used to charge lead-acid or maintenance free batteries. (Two 12V batteries in series)
Instructions for charging batteries:
a)
Set output voltage (measured at no load and at the battery end of the cable) very precisely to the end-of-charge
voltage.
End-of-charge voltage
27.8V
27.5V
27.15V
26.8V
Battery temperature
10°C
20°C
30°C
40°C
b)
Use a 25A circuit breaker (or blocking diode) between the DC/DC converter and the battery.
c)
Ensure that the output current of the DC/DC converter is below the allowed charging current of the battery.
d)
Use only matched batteries when putting 12V types in series.
e)
The return current to the DC/DC converter (battery discharge current) is typ. 16mA when the DC/DC converter is
switched off (except in case a blocking diode is utilized).
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21.5. OUTPUT CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Standard miniature circuit breakers (MCB’s or UL1077 circuit breakers) are commonly used for AC-supply systems and
may also be used on DC branches.
MCB’s are designed to protect wires and circuits. If the ampere value and the characteristics of the MCB are adapted to
the wire size that is used, the wiring is considered as thermally safe regardless of whether the MCB opens or not.
To avoid voltage dips and under-voltage situations in adjacent 24V branches which are supplied by the same source, a
fast (magnetic) tripping of the MCB is desired. A quick shutdown within 10ms is necessary corresponding roughly to
the ride-through time of PLC's. This requires power supplies with high current reserves and large output capacitors.
Furthermore, the impedance of the faulty branch must be sufficiently small in order for the current to actually flow.
The best current reserve in the DC/DC converter does not help if Ohm’s law does not permit current flow. The
following table has typical test results showing which B- and C-Characteristic MCBs magnetically trip depending on the
wire cross section and wire length.
Fig. 21-5 Test circuit
Maximal wire length*) for a fast (magnetic) tripping:
0.75mm²
1.0mm²
1.5mm²
2.5mm²
C-2A
31m
39m
59m
86m
C-3A
24m
31m
43m
68m
C-4A
15m
15m
32m
41m
C-6A
-
-
-
-
B-6A
16m
25m
34m
58m
MCB
Power Supply
AC
DC
+
-
+
-
Load
Wire length
S1... Fault simulation switch
S1
B-10A
-
-
-
-
*)
Don’t forget to consider twice the distance to the load (or cable length) when calculating the total wire length (+ and – wire).
21.6. SERIES OPERATION
DC/DC converters of the same type can be connected in series for higher output
voltages. It is possible to connect as many units in series as needed, providing the
sum of the output voltage does not exceed 150Vdc. Voltages with a potential
above 60Vdc are not SELV any more and can be dangerous. Such voltages must
be installed with a protection against touching.
Unit B
-
+
Load
+
-
Input
Output
-
+
Unit A
Input
Output
Avoid return voltage (e.g. from a decelerating motor or battery) which is applied
to the output terminals.
Keep an installation clearance of 15mm (left / right) between two power supplies
and avoid installing the power supplies on top of each other. Do not use power
supplies in series in mounting orientations other than the standard mounting
orientation (input terminals on the bottom of the unit).
Pay attention that leakage current, EMI, inrush current, harmonics will increase when using multiple DC/DC converters.
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21.7. PARALLEL USE TO INCREASE OUTPUT POWER
DC/DC converters and power supplies from the same series (Q-Series) can be
paralleled to increase the output power. The output voltage shall be adjusted
to the same value (±100mV) or the units can be left with the factory settings.
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If more than three units are connected in parallel, a fuse or circuit breaker
with a rating of 25A is required on each output. Alternatively, a diode or
redundancy module can also be utilized.
Keep an installation clearance of 15mm (left / right) between two power
supplies and avoid installing the DC/DC converters or power supplies on top of
each other. Do not use DC/DC converters or power supplies in parallel in
mounting orientations other than the standard mounting orientation (input
terminals on the bottom of the unit) or in any other condition where a derating of the output current is required (e.g.
altitude, above 60°C, …).
Unit B
-
+
Load
+
-
-
+
Unit A
Input
Output
Input
Output
Pay attention that leakage current, EMI, inrush current, harmonics will increase when using multiple DC/DC converters.
21.8. PARALLEL USE FOR REDUNDANCY
DC/DC converters can be paralleled for redundancy to gain higher system availability. Redundant systems require a
certain amount of extra power to support the load in case one DC/DC converter unit fails. The simplest way is to
connect two DC/DC converters in parallel. This is called a 1+1 redundancy. In case one DC/DC converter unit fails, the
other one is automatically able to support the load current without any interruption. Redundant systems for a higher
power demand are usually built in a N+1 method. E.g. five DC/DC converters, each rated for 20A are paralleled to build
a 80A redundant system. For N+1 redundancy the same restrictions apply as for increasing the output power, see also
chapter 21.7.
Please note: This simple way to build a redundant system does not cover failures such as an internal short circuit in
the secondary side of the DC/DC converter. In such a case, the defective unit becomes a load for the other power
supplies and the output voltage can not be maintained any more. This can be avoided by utilizing redundancy
modules, which have decoupling devices (diodes or MOSFETs) included. Further information and wiring configurations
can be found in chapter 20.4.
Recommendations for building redundant power systems:
a)
Use separate input fuses for each DC/DC converter. A separate source for each supply when possible increases the
reliability of the redundant system.
b)
Monitor the individual DC/DC converter units. Therefore, use the DC-OK relay contact of the QTD20.241.
c)
It is desirable to set the output voltages of all units to the same value (± 100mV) or leave it at the factory setting.
21.9. INDUCTIVE AND CAPACITIVE LOADS
The unit is designed to supply any kind of loads, including capacitive and inductive loads.
Oct. 2016 / Rev. 2.0 DS-QTD20.241-EN
All parameters are specified at 24V, 20A, 600Vdc input, 25°C ambient and after a 5 minutes run-in time unless otherwise noted.
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24V, 20A, DC INPUT
21.10. BACK-FEEDING LOADS
Loads such as decelerating motors and inductors can feed voltage back to the DC/DC converter. This feature is also
called return voltage immunity or resistance against Back- E.M.F. (Electro Magnetic Force).
This DC/DC converter is resistant and does not show malfunctioning when a load feeds back voltage to the DC/DC
converter. It does not matter whether the DC/DC converter is on or off.
The maximum allowed feed-back-voltage is 34Vdc. The absorbing energy can be calculated according to the built-in
output capacitor which is specified in chapter 5.
21.11. USE IN A TIGHTLY SEALED ENCLOSURE
When the DC/DC converter is installed in a tightly sealed enclosure, the temperature inside the enclosure will be
higher than outside. In such situations, the inside temperature defines the ambient temperature for the DC/DC
converter.
The following measurement results can be used as a reference to estimate the temperature rise inside the enclosure.
The DC/DC converter is placed in the middle of the box, no other heat producing items are inside the box
Enclosure:
Rittal Typ IP66 Box PK 9519 100, plastic, 180x180x165mm
Load:
24V, 16A; (=80%) load is placed outside the box
Input:
600Vdc
Temperature inside enclosure:
54.9°C (in the middle of the right side of the DC/DC converter with a distance of 2cm)
Temperature outside enclosure: 22.6°C
Temperature rise:
32.6K
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All parameters are specified at 24V, 20A, 600Vdc input, 25°C ambient and after a 5 minutes run-in time unless otherwise noted.
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21.12. MOUNTING ORIENTATIONS
Mounting orientations other than all terminals on the bottom require a reduction in continuous output power or a
limitation in the maximum allowed ambient temperature. The amount of reduction influences the lifetime expectancy
of the DC/DC converter. Therefore, two different derating curves for continuous operation can be found below:
Curve A1
Recommended output current.
Curve A2
Max allowed output current (results in approximately half the lifetime expectancy of A1).
Fig. 21-6
Mounting
Orientation A
(Standard
orientation)
DC/DC
Converter
OUTPUT
INPUT
Output Current
0
10
20
30
40
60°C
4
12
16
20A
50
A1
8
Ambient Temperature
Fig. 21-7
Mounting
Orientation B
(Upside down)
DC/DC
Converter
OUTPUT
INPUT
Output Current
0
10
20
30
40
60°C
4
12
16
20A
50
8
A1
A2
Ambient Temperature
Fig. 21-8
Mounting
Orientation C
(Table-top
mounting)
Output Current
0
10
20
30
40
60°C
4
12
16
20A
50
8
A1
A2
Ambient Temperature
Fig. 21-9
Mounting
Orientation D
(Horizontal cw)
DC/DC
Converter
OUTPUT
INPUT
Output Current
0
10
20
30
40
60°C
4
12
16
20A
50
8
A1
A2
Ambient Temperature
Fig. 21-10
Mounting
Orientation E
(Horizontal ccw)
DC/DC
Converter
OUTPUT
INPUT
Output Current
0
10
20
30
40
60°C
4
12
16
20A
50
8
A1
A2
Ambient Temperature
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