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Overview
DKA30C-12 is the ±12V output model of this series: rated power 30W, typical efficiency 81%.
Features
- 2:1 wide input range
- 4:1 wide input range(option)
- 1500VDC I/O isolation
- Built-in EMI filter
- Trimming output(±10%)
- Remote ON-OFF control
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload
- Cooling by free air convection
- Six-sided shield metal case
- Epoxy encapsulated
- 100% burn-in test
- Approvals: FCC / EAC / CE / UKCA
- 2 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- ±12V
- CURRENT RANGE
- ±125 ~ ±1250mA
- RATED POWER
- 30W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
- 100mVp-p
- LINE REGULATIONNote.3
- ±0.5%
- LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
- ±0.5%
- VOLTAGE ACCURACY
- ±2.0%
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY
- 100KHz min.
- EXTERNAL TRIM Adj. RANGE
- ±10%
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGE
- 36 ~ 72VDC
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 81%
- DC CURRENT
- Full load A: 3.2A B: 1.5A C: 0.77A No load A: 40mA B: 20mA C: 10mA
- FILTER
- Pi network
- PROTECTION
- Fuse recommended
PROTECTION (Note. 5)
- OVERLOAD
- 110 ~ 250% rated output power Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- All output equipped with short circuit Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -40 ~ +85℃ (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:1.5KVDC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P: 100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
- Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 Class A, FCC part 15 Class A , 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
- REMOTE CONTROL
- Power on: R.C ~-Vin > 4.5~5.5VDC or open, Power off : R.C~ -Vin <0.8VDC or short
- MTBF
- 100Khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 50.8*50.8*21.0mm or 2"*2"*0.82" inch (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 110g ; 5pcs/per tube, 140pcs/28 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
FAQ
Can I use the DKA30C-12 for a 12V industrial controller or HMI that needs a regulated output?
It is a regulated DC-DC converter with a dual ±12V output, up to 1.25A per rail and 30W rated power. The input range is 36-72VDC, so it fits applications that need ±12V regulation from a DC source within that input window.
Is the DKA30C-12 suitable for 12V embedded control boards inside factory equipment?
For embedded control loads that require steady 12V rails, this model provides a regulated ±12V dual output at up to 1.25A per rail and 30W. Its compact 50.8 × 50.8 × 21.0 mm size can also help in space-limited equipment housings.
Can this converter power 12V automation sensors or interface modules in a control cabinet?
It can be used where the connected modules need regulated ±12V power and the load stays within 1.25A per rail and 30W. The specified operating range of -40°C to +85°C (with output derating at high temperatures, see the derating curve) also suits demanding industrial temperature conditions.
Is the DKA30C-12 appropriate for outdoor or washdown environments?
The published specs list an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, but they do not include an IP rating. That means the temperature capability is stated, while dust and water protection for outdoor or washdown exposure is not stated in the product data.
How does the DKA30C-12 compare with other DKA30C series options?
Within the listed siblings, the DKA30C-05 is rated at 25W with ±5V output and up to 2.5A per rail, while the DKA30C-15 is rated at 30W with ±15V output and up to 1A per rail. The DKA30C-12 sits between them at 30W, ±12V, and up to 1.25A per rail.
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Other DKA30 Models
8 other models| Model | Power | Voltage | Current | IP Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well DKA30C-15 DC-DC Converter - 30W - 36~72V in ±15V out 1A | 30W | 15V | 1A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30C-05 DC-DC Converter - 25W - 36~72V in ±5V out 2.5A | 25W | 5V | 2.5A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30B-15 DC-DC Converter - 30W - 18~36V in ±15V out 1A | 30W | 15V | 1A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30B-12 DC-DC Converter - 30W - 18~36V in ±12V out 1.25A | 30W | 12V | 1.25A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30B-05 DC-DC Converter - 25W - 18~36V in ±5V out 2.5A | 25W | 5V | 2.5A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30A-15 DC-DC Converter - 30W - 9~18V in ±15V out 1A | 30W | 15V | 1A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30A-12 DC-DC Converter - 30W - 9~18V in ±12V out 1.25A | 30W | 12V | 1.25A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DKA30A-05 DC-DC Converter - 25W - 9~18V in ±5V out 2.5A | 25W | 5V | 2.5A | IP20 | View |
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