Murata has announced the NXE1 series of low cost 1 Watt DC-DC converters from Murata Power Solutions. Measuring only 12.7 x 10.4 x 4.8 mm these ultra compact converters have a profile at least 35% lower than the 7 mm height industry norm making them suitable for use in even the smallest space constrained designs. Also, unlike other isolated surface mount DC/DC converters available in the market the NXE1 has the benefit of being manufactured using automated processes that greatly improve overall product reliability and delivering consistent performance characteristics.
Other space-saving features of the NXE1 include a transformer that is embedded in the substrate. Together all the innovative design and fabrication features of the NXE1 contribute to Murata being able to price the series at least 50% below other similar devices making what is believed to be the lowest cost isolated SMD 1 W DC/DC converter available.
The NXE1 series is available with 3.3V and 5V input and outputs in various combinations. Input to output isolation is up to 3 kVDC.
With an industry standard pin compatible footprint the series is ideal for a replacement product in existing designs as well as for new compact applications. Short circuit protection is standard and the series can be used across the full industrial temperature range from -40 to +85 degrees C.
Certification to the internationally recognized UL60950 safety standard for IT and commercial equipment is pending.
Features
- Substrate embedded transformer
- Halogen free
- Lower profile
- UL60950 recognition pending
- ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 pending
- 3kVDC isolation
- Industry standard footprint, pin compatible with existing PCB layouts
- Short circuit protection
