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Overview
SPU03N-12 is the model of this series: rated power 3W, typical efficiency 86%.
Features
- 3000VDC I/O isolation
- Internal SMD technology
- Built-in EMI filter
- Protection: Short circuit
- Cooling by free air convection
- Non-conductive plastic case
- Single in line package
- 100% full load burn-in test
- Low cost / High reliability
- 2 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- DC OUTPUT VOLTAGE
- 12V
- CURRENT RANGE
- 25 ~ 250mA
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 86%
- RATED POWER
- 3W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
- 50mVp-p
- LINE REGULATIONNote.3
- ±1.2% for 1% input variation
- LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
- ±8.0%
- VOLTAGE ACCURACY
- ±2.0%
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY
- 60KHz min.
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGE
- 21.6 ~ 26.4V
- NORMAL VOLTAGE
- 24V
- INPUT CURRENT Full load
- 150mA
- INPUT CURRENT No load
- 15mA
- FILTER
- Capacitor type
- PROTECTION
- Fuse recommended
PROTECTION
- OVERLOAD
- Momentary Protection type : Broken
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- Momentary Protection type : Broken
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
- ±0.03% / ℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1 cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- EAC TP TC 020/2011 approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:3KVDC
- 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
- 700khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 19.6*7.5*10.2mm or 0.77"*0.30"*0.40" inch (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 2.9g ; 25 pcs/per tube, 4000 pcs/ 160 tube/per carton
Test conditions and notes4
- 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 20% to 100% rated load.
Technical drawings
Downloads
Certificates4
Test reports1
FAQ
Can I use the SPU03N-12 to provide 15V for low-power industrial sensors or interface circuits?
No. The SPU03N-12 is a 12V output converter with a 21.6~26.4V input range. It cannot provide 15V. For a 15V output, you would need the SPU03N-15 model, which has the same 21.6~26.4V input range.
Is the SPU03N-12 a good fit for embedded or automation boards that need a small 15V converter?
No. The SPU03N-12 provides 12V output, not 15V. It fits embedded or automation boards that need a small 12V converter in a 19.6 x 7.5 x 10.2 mm package. The converter is rated for 3W, so it is aligned with low-power embedded or automation functions rather than larger loads. The listed weight is 2.9g.
Can this model be used in equipment exposed to very low or very high operating temperatures?
The specified operating range is -40°C to +90°C. That supports use in control and embedded equipment that sees broad ambient temperature variation. The electrical fit still needs to match its 21.6~26.4V input and 12V, 3W output rating.
Is the SPU03N-12 rated for outdoor exposure?
No outdoor protection rating is listed in the provided specs. The product does specify -40°C to +90°C operation, but there is no IP rating shown for water or dust resistance. Based on the available data, temperature performance is specified while ingress protection is not.
What are the differences between the SPU03N-12 and the other SPU03N versions?
The SPU03N series includes different output voltages. The SPU03N-05 is 5V, the SPU03N-12 is 12V, and the SPU03N-15 is 15V. All are 3W models with a 21.6~26.4V input range. They share 19.6 x 7.5 x 10.2 mm dimensions, -40°C to +90°C operating range, and a 2-year warranty.
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Other SPU03 Models
8 other models| Model | Power | Voltage | Current | IP Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well SPU03N-15 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 21.6~26.4V in 15V out | 3W | 15V | 200 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03N-05 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 4.5~5.5V in 12V out | 3W | 12V | 250 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03M-15 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 21.6~26.4V in 12V out | 3W | 12V | 250 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03M-12 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 10.8~13.2V in 12V out | 3W | 12V | 250 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03M-05 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 4.5~5.5V in 5V out | 3W | 5V | 600 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03L-15 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 21.6~26.4V in 5V out | 3W | 5V | 600 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03L-12 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 10.8~13.2V in 5V out | 3W | 5V | 600 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well SPU03L-05 DC-DC Converter - 3W - 4.5~5.5V in 15V out | 3W | 15V | 200 Milliampere | IP20 | View |
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