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Overview
DCW08A-15 is the ±15V output model of this series: rated power 8W, typical efficiency 80%.
Features
- 2:1 wide input range
- 1500VDC I/O isolation
- Built-in EMI filter
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload
- Cooling by free air convection
- Five-sided shield metal case
- 100% full load burn-in test
- Low cost / High reliability
- 2 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- ±15V
- CURRENT RANGE
- ±52 ~ ±267mA
- RATED POWER
- 8W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
- 60mVp-p
- LINE REGULATIONNote.3
- ±0.5%
- LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
- ±0.5%
- VOLTAGE ACCURACY
- ±2.0%
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY
- 50KHz min.
- EXTERNAL CAPACITANCE LOAD (max.)
- 47uF
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGE
- 9 ~ 18VDC
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 80%
- DC CURRENT Full load
- 888mA
- DC CURRENT No load
- 50mA
- FILTER
- Pi network
- PROTECTION
- Fuse recommended
PROTECTION
- OVERLOADNote.5
- 110 ~ 250% rated output load Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- SHORT CIRCUITNote.5
- All output equipped with over current protection Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -40 ~ +71℃ (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./1cycle, 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:1.5KVDC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P: 100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- ISOLATION CAPACITANCE
- 250pF 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
- 900khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 31.8*20.3*12.2mm (L*W*H) or 1.25"*0.80"*0.48" inch (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 17.5g ; 15pcs/per tube, 750pcs/50 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 20% to 100% rated load.
- 5.Please prevent the converter from operating in overload or short circuit condition for more than 30 seconds.
Technical drawings
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FAQ
What are the key electrical specs of the Mean Well DCW08A-15?
The DCW08A-15 is an 8W DC-DC converter with a 9 to 18V DC input range and dual ±15V DC output. It is rated for 267mA output current and has a typical efficiency of 80%. Voltage set point accuracy is specified at ±2% maximum.
Is the DCW08A-15 an isolated DC-DC converter?
Yes, this model is an isolated DC-DC converter designed with input-to-output isolation. The product features call out 1500VDC I/O isolation, and the specification lists an I/P-O/P withstand voltage of 1.5KVDC. It also uses a five-sided shield metal case and built-in EMI filter for improved electrical performance.
What kinds of applications is the DCW08A-15 suited for?
This converter is suited for low-power DC-DC applications that need dual ±15V outputs from a 9 to 18V DC source. Its compact size, isolated design, and built-in EMI filtering make it relevant for embedded electronics, industrial assemblies, and other space-constrained OEM designs. Buyers looking for a modular 8W converter with wide 2:1 input range often consider this type of unit.
How does the DCW08A-15 handle overload and short circuit conditions?
The DCW08A-15 includes both overload and short circuit protection with auto-recovery behavior. Overload protection is specified at 110% to 250% of rated output load, and both protections work in hiccup mode. The unit recovers automatically after the fault condition is removed, though it should not be left in overload or short circuit for more than 30 seconds.
What operating temperature range is supported by the DCW08A-15?
This model is rated for operation from -40°C to +71°C, with reference to the output derating curve. Storage temperature is specified from -40°C to +105°C. Cooling is by free air convection, with no fan required.
How compact is the Mean Well DCW08A-15?
The DCW08A-15 measures 31.8 x 20.3 x 12.2 mm, which is approximately 1.25 x 0.80 x 0.48 inches. Its listed weight is 17.5g. That small modular form factor makes it useful where board or enclosure space is limited.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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