Astec DS450-3 / DS550-3 Distributed Power System Manual

This document describes the features and characteristics of the 450-550 Watts 12V DS450-3/DS550-3 Distributed Power System and 850 Watts 12V DPS. It includes active power factor correction, EN61000-3-2 harmonic compliance, active AC inrush control, and more.


Astec DS450-3 / DS550-3 Distributed Power System Manual - cover page
Brand
450-550
Category
Power Management
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
3
File format
PDF
File size
180 KB
Published
04 January, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
40071C110F76907AD9B638E0ABBF168F

About this manual

The DS450-3 and DS550-3 are 12 V distributed power supplies delivering 450 W to 550 W of total output power. They accept a wide AC input range and include features such as active power‑factor correction, hot‑plug capability, and built‑in fan control.

The manual details electrical specifications, connector pin‑outs, mechanical dimensions, environmental limits, and compliance information, along with troubleshooting LEDs and I²C status signals.

What's inside

  • Electrical Specs
  • Output Nominal Set Point
  • DC Output Connector Pinout
  • Mechanical Dimensions
  • Environmental Limits
  • Technical Support

Specifications

Input Voltage Range90 V – 264 V AC
Input Frequency47 Hz – 63 Hz, single phase
Efficiency at Full Load84 % typical
Power Factor0.99 typical
Main DC Output Voltage+12 Vdc
Stand‑by Voltage+3.3 Vsb
Operating Temperature-10 °C to 50 °C
Storage Temperature-40 °C to +70 °C
Humidity Range20 % – 90 % RH, non‑condensing
MTBF (Demonstrated)400 k hrs at full load, 40 °C

Frequently asked questions

What is the input voltage range for the DS450-3/DS550-3?

The unit operates from 90 V to 264 V AC input.

What is the typical efficiency of the power system at full load?

It achieves about 84 % efficiency at full load.

Can the power supply be hot‑plugged?

Yes, it supports hot‑plug operation with over‑voltage protection up to 13.5 V–15 V on the +12 V output.

What standby voltage does the unit provide?

Both models provide a +3.3 V standby output.

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