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Overview
SPA01C-12 is the 12V output model of this series: rated power 1W, typical efficiency 78%.
Features
- Single in line package
- 2:1 wide input range
- 1500VDC I/O isolation
- Built-in EMI filter without external components
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload
- Cooling by free air convection
- 100% full load burn-in test
- Low cost / High reliability
- 2 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- 12V
- CURRENT RANGE
- 8 ~ 83mA
- RATED POWER
- 1W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
- 80mVp-p
- LINE REGULATIONNote.3
- ±0.5%
- LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
- ±0.5%
- VOLTAGE ACCURACY
- ±2.0%
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY
- 100KHz min.
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGE
- 36 ~ 75VDC
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 78%
- DC CURRENT Full load
- 27mA
- DC CURRENT No load
- 7mA
- FILTER
- Capacitor Type
- PROTECTION
- Fuse recommended
PROTECTION (Note. 5)
- OVERLOAD
- 130 ~ 200% rated output power Protection type : Recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- All output equipped with short circuit Protection type : Recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -40 ~ +90℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +105℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.05% / ℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1 cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- EAC TP TC 020/2011 (EAC TP TC 004 for 48Vin type only) approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:1.5KVDC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P: 100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- ISOLATION CAPACITANCE
- 80pF max.
- EMC EMISSION
- Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 Class B, FCC part 15 Class B , EAC TP TC 020
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8 light industry level, criteria A , EAC TP TC 020
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 500Khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 17.4*7.75*11.1mm or 0.69"*0.30"*0.44" inch (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 3g ; 28pcs/per tube, 2800pcs/100 tube/per carton
Test conditions and notes5
- 1.All parameters are specified at normal input, rated load, 25℃ 70% RH ambient.
- 2.Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz by using a 12" twisted pair terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf capacitor.
- 3.Line regulation is measured from low line to high line at rated load.
- 4.Load regulation is measured from 10% to 100% rated load.
- 5.Please prevent the converter from operating in overload or short circuit condition for more than 30 seconds.
Technical drawings
Downloads
Certificates5
Test reports1
FAQ
Can I use the SPA01C-12 for a 12V sensor interface in industrial controls?
It is suited to low-power industrial or automation circuits that need a regulated 12V output from a 36-75VDC input source. Since it is a 1W constant-voltage converter, it is best matched to small interface or signal-level loads within that rating.
Is the SPA01C-12 a good fit for embedded 12V auxiliary electronics?
Yes, if the embedded circuit needs 12V constant voltage and the available source is within 36-75VDC. The compact 17.4 × 11.1 × 7.75 mm body is useful where the auxiliary power section has limited space.
Can this converter support a low-power 12V monitoring or alarm module?
It is intended for low-power 12V loads and is rated at 1W with a listed 0.08A output current. That makes it more appropriate for monitoring, signaling, or control electronics than for larger 12V devices.
Would the SPA01C-12 work in a compact automation node that needs 12V output?
It can be a fit when the node needs a 12V constant-voltage rail and the input source is in the 36-75VDC range. The 3g weight and small footprint support use in dense control assemblies.
Can this model be used in hot or cold indoor equipment environments?
The specified operating range is -40°C to +90°C, so it covers both low-temperature and high-temperature equipment conditions. No IP rating is provided, so the specs do not define outdoor or moisture-exposed use.
What is the main difference between the SPA01C-12 and the other SPA01C versions?
The SPA01C-05, SPA01C-12, and SPA01C-15 all share 1W power, 36-75VDC input, 17.4 × 11.1 × 7.75 mm dimensions, 3g weight, and -40°C to +90°C operation. Their outputs differ: 5V with listed 200mA for SPA01C-05, 12V with 83mA for SPA01C-12, and 15V with 67mA for SPA01C-15.
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Other SPA01 Models
8 other models| Model | Power | Voltage | Current | IP Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well SPA01C-15 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 36~75V in 15V out 67mA | 1W | 15V | 0.067A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01C-05 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 36~75V in 5V out 200mA | 1W | 5V | 200 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01B-15 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 18~36V in 15V out 67mA | 1W | 15V | 0.067A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01B-12 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 18~36V in 12V out 83mA | 1W | 12V | 0.083A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01B-05 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 18~36V in 5V out 200mA | 1W | 5V | 200 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01A-15 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 9~18V in 15V out 67mA | 1W | 15V | 0.067A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01A-12 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 9~18V in 12V out 83mA | 1W | 12V | 0.083A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPA01A-05 DC-DC Converter - 1W - 9~18V in 5V out 200mA | 1W | 5V | 200 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
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