AlfaTronix PowerVerter DDi 48-12 036 Voltage Converter Handbook

The PowerVerter DDi 48-12 036 is a voltage converter with an input voltage range of 48Vdc nominal (18V-55V) and an output voltage of 13.6Vdc +/- 10%. Continuous current rating is rated at 3A continuous, intermittent current rating is 13.6V output rated at 3A continuous, 13.6V output 6A taken for a maximum of 2 minutes followed by 8 minutes rest.


AlfaTronix PowerVerter DDi 48-12 036 Voltage Converter Handbook - cover page
Brand
ALFATRONIX
Category
AC-DC Power
Document type
Product Leaflet
Language
English
Pages
1
File format
PDF
File size
105 KB
Published
07 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

The PowerVerter DDi 48-12 036 is a compact DC‑DC voltage converter designed for automotive and commercial‑vehicle applications. It offers a wide input range of 18 V to 55 V and delivers a regulated 13.6 V output with high efficiency and low quiescent current.

Key specifications include a continuous output of 3 A (6 A intermittent for 2 min), typical efficiency of 80 %, and robust protection against over‑current, over‑heat, transients, and reverse connection. The unit is housed in an anodized aluminum case with IP533 rating, weighs 405 g, and measures 90 × 87 × 50 mm.

What's inside

  • Key Benefits
  • Characteristics
  • Input Voltage Range
  • Output Voltage
  • Current Ratings
  • Protection Features
  • Efficiency
  • Physical Dimensions

Specifications

Input Voltage Range48 Vdc nominal (18 V‑55 V)
Output Voltage13.6 Vdc ±10 %
Continuous Output Current3 A
Intermittent Output Current6 A for 2 min (then 8 min rest)
Output Noise<50 mV pk‑pk at continuous load
Quiescent Current<30 mA
EfficiencyTypically 80 %
Operating Temperature-25 °C to +30 °C (derated to +80 °C)
Weight405 g
Dimensions90 mm L × 87 mm W × 50 mm H

Frequently asked questions

What is the input voltage range of the PowerVerter DDi 48-12 036?

It accepts a nominal 48 Vdc input with a usable range from 18 V to 55 V.

What continuous output current can the converter provide?

The unit delivers a continuous output of 3 A at 13.6 V.

How efficient is the PowerVerter DDi 48-12 036?

Its power conversion efficiency is typically about 80 %.

What protection features are built into the converter?

It includes internal protection against over‑current, transients, overheating, reverse connection, and features input and output fuses.

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