Datasheet
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REV.: 3/2018 I-1
Features
Switching
Regulator
• Efficiency up to 96%, no need for heatsinks
• Build-in diode protection circuit
• Low profie (LxWxH= 11.5 x 8.5 x 17.5mm)
• Continuous short circuit protection
• RoHS compliant
• IEC/EN60950 certified
R-78W-0.5
Description
The R-78W series offers wired 0.5A switching regulators which are ideally suited to offer a stable
voltage supply without the need for a PCB for applications like high power LED lighting, battery
powered systems, cooling systems, or fans. Due to the high efficiencies of up to 96% there is no
need for a heat sink. The compact modules feature fully protected outputs and draw only 1mA under
no load conditions.
DC/DC Converter
0.5 Amp
SIP3 Wired
Single Output
IEC60950-1 certified
EN60950-1 certified
Specifications (measured at Ta= 25°C, full load, nominal input voltage and after warm-up)
BASIC CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Condition Min. Typ. Max.
Input Voltage Range nom. Vin = 24VDC 6.5VDC 24VDC 32VDC
Quiescent Current 5mA 7mA
Internal Power Dissipation
0.4W
Minimum Load
(2)
0%
Internal Operating Frequency 280kHz 330kHz 380kHz
Output Ripple and Noise
(3)
20MHz BW limited 50mVp-p 75mVp-p
Selection Guide
Part Input Output Output Efficiency Max. Capacitive
Number Voltage Range Voltage Current @ min Vin Load
(1)
[VDC] [VDC] [A] [%] [µF]
R-78W3.3-0.5 6.5 - 32 3.3 0.5 88 220
R-78W5.0-0.5 6.5 - 32 5.0 0.5 93 220
R-78W9.0-0.5 11 - 32 9.0 0.5 95 220
R-78W12-0.5 15 - 32 12.0 0.5 96 220
Notes:
Note2: Operation under no load will not harm the converter, but specifications may not be met
A minimum load of 6mA is recommended
Note3: Measurements are made with a 100nF MLCC across output (low ESR)
Notes:
Note1: Max. Cap Load is tested at nominal input and full resistive load
6800µF with <1sec start-up time
Model Numbering
Output Voltage Output Current
R-78W__-0.5