Vicor Rail Application Products
Vicor Rail Application Products include regulated DCM™ ChiP™ DC-DC converters that operate from an unregulated, wide range input to generate an isolated output. With a high-frequency zero voltage switching (ZVS) topology, the DCM converters consistently deliver high efficiency across the input line range. Modular DCM converters and downstream DC-DC products support efficient power distribution, providing superior power system performance and connectivity from a variety of unregulated power sources to the point of load. The DCM ChiP module offers flexible thermal management options with very low top and bottom side thermal impedances. Thermally-adept ChiP-based power components enable users to achieve cost-effective power system solutions with previously unattainable system size, weight, and efficiency attributes, quickly and predictably.
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Features
- Up to 600W, 43.5A continuous
- 93% peak efficiency
- Up to 1244W/in3 power density
- Up to 4242VDC isolation
- ZVS high frequency switching
- Fully operational current limit
- OV, OC, UV, short circuit, and thermal protection
- Dimensions (L x W x H)
- 3623 ChiP: 1.524" x 0.898" x 0.284" (38.72mm x 22.8mm x 7.21mm)
- 4623 ChiP: 1.886" x 0.898" x 0.284" (47.91mm x 22.8mm x 7.21mm)
- 2322 ChiP: 0.978" x 0.898" x 0.284" (24.84mm x 22.8mm x 7.21mm)
Applications
- Industrial and process control
- Distributed power
- ATE
- Communications
- Defense / Aerospace
- Semiconductor manufacturing equipment (SME)
- Transportation
APPLICATION PRODUCT SELECTION
Modular Power Components Meet the Demands of Rail Applications
Modern rail infrastructure requires a wide range of DC-DC converters to power a variety of new services for both freight and commuter markets. Commuter rail systems require mobile office communication capabilities with the infotainment capabilities of a home. Freight rail systems require monitoring and control capabilities to assure the safe and timely delivery of all goods onboard, while both commuter and freight systems demand reliable and high-performance power systems for the necessary safety and security measures (onboard and at a station).
Vicor modular power components and complete power systems are used by engineers throughout the world to create solutions for a wide variety of railway applications. Vicor's long, successful record supporting users in this demanding market, its understanding of standards and regulations, and its comprehensive range of modular converters and accessory products make Vicor the ideal choice for designs.
Vicor DCM for Rail Applications
TYPICAL APPLICATION
The Cornerstone of Vicor DC-DC Rail Products is the ChiP DCM
The ChiP (Converter housed in Package) DCM is an isolated, regulated DC-DC converter module that can operate from an unregulated, wide-range input to generate an isolated DC output. With its high-frequency zero-voltage switching (ZVS) topology, the DCM converter consistently delivers high efficiency across its entire input voltage range. The Vicor family of DC-DC converter modules (DCM) addresses many requirements in rail applications, particularly the 100VIN 3623 ChiP. With a wide 43V to 154V input voltage range targeted at rail applications using 72V or 110V nominal voltages. This family builds on the proven track record of Vicor in the rail industry by providing power conversion for a wide variety of systems, from embedded computer systems to information displays. With efficiencies approaching 93% and power densities of up to 653W/in3, this new series offers engineers the capability of using compact regulated DC-DC converters for multiple nominal input voltages utilized by the rail and other industries, reducing the number of parts that need to be supported.
Industrial / Rail Infrastructure
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Featured Products
Vicor DCM4623 DC-DC Converters
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Vicor DCM3623 Isolated & Regulated DC-DC Converters
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