Würth Elektronik ICS has introduced a new product family of DC/DC converters designed specifically for use in mobile machinery and commercial vehicles. With the converters, the company expands its portfolio of electronic power supply and onboard power distribution solutions, addressing demand for stable and efficient power management in modern vehicle architectures.
Modern vehicle and machine platforms operate with multiple voltage levels and a growing number of electronic components. According to the company, even minor deviations in voltage can lead to malfunctions such as sensor errors, unstable displays, reset control units or starting issues. Würth Elektronik ICS says it understands these challenges through its work in vehicle electrics and control systems, and provides solutions with its DC/DC converters.
The converters are designed to withstand the environmental conditions typical of mobile machinery and commercial vehicles. As encapsulated modules, they meet the IP67 protection rating and are designed for operating conditions involving vibration and temperatures up to 85°C. The company says they ensure voltage adaptation between different battery systems while maintaining a stable output voltage, even under dynamic load conditions. The converters integrate protection functions including overcurrent, overvoltage, short-circuit and temperature monitoring. Würth Elektronik ICS says their high-efficiency power conversion contributes to overall system efficiency, increasing operational safety and system stability in both off-highway and on-road applications.
The standard modules are designed as 24/12V buck converters for switch-mode operation, with other variants such as boost and flyback converters available. The converters feature electronic overload and overtemperature protection as well as reverse-polarity protection at the input. Depending on the variant, the input voltage range of the standard modules lies between 16 or 18V and 32V DC. Nominal output currents are 2, 25 or 40A. While the 25A and 40A converters are designed as standalone modules, the 2A version features a relay-style design intended for direct mounting on printed circuit boards.
In addition to the standard modules, the company develops customised DC/DC converters. “Every machine is different – and every application has its own requirements for the onboard power system,” says Daniel Wilder, product manager for DC/DC converters. “With our new DC/DC converters, we offer both robust standard products and tailored solutions that are perfectly matched to our customers’ needs.”
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