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Overview
DDR-120D-12 is the 12V output model of this series: rated current 10A, rated power 120W, typical efficiency 89.5%.
DDR-120 series is a 120W DIN Rail type DC-DC converter with main features including DIN rail-type easy installation, ultra slim width (32mm), 2:1 wide input voltage, fanless design, -40~+70℃ wide operating temperature, 4KVdc I/O isolation, 150% peak load, adjustable output voltage and full protective futore, increasing system insulation level and voltage drop compensation along cable...etc.
Features
- Compliance to BS EN/EN50155 and BS EN/EN45545-2 railway standard
- Width only 32mm
- 2:1 wide input range
- -40~+70℃ wide working temperature
- 150% peak load capability
- DC output adjustable
- Cooling by free air convection
- Can be installed on DIN rail TS-35/7.5 or 15
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Input reverse polarity / Input under voltage protection
- 4KVdc I/O isolation(Reinforced isolation)
- Conformal coating
- 3 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- 12V
- RATED CURRENT
- 10A
- CURRENT RANGE
- 0 ~ 10A
- RATED POWER
- 120W
- PEAK CURRENT
- 15A
- PEAK POWERNote.5
- 180W (3sec.)
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
- 50mVp-p
- VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE
- 9 ~ 14V
- VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
- ±1.0%
- LINE REGULATION
- ±0.5%
- LOAD REGULATION
- ±1.0%
- SETUP, RISE TIME
- 500ms, 60ms @110Vdc
- HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
- Please refer to page 7 Hold up Time( Load de-rating curve )
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.4
- 67.2 ~ 154Vdc
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 89.5%
- DC CURRENT (Typ.)
- 1.3A @110Vdc
- INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.)
- 5A @110Vdc
- INTERRUPTION OF VOLTAGE SUPPLY
- EN50155:2021-comply with S1 level
PROTECTION
- OVERLOAD
- Normally works within 150% rated output power for more than 3 seconds and then constant current protection 105~135% rated output power with auto-recovery
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 14.4 ~ 16.8V Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- REVERSE POLARITY
- By internal MOSFET, no damage, recovers automatically after fault condition removed
- UNDER VOLTAGE LOCKOUT
- 110Vin (D - type):Power ON≥67.2V , OFF≤65V
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -40 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 5 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +85℃, 5 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 55℃)
- VIBRATION
- Component:10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes; Mounting: Compliance to IEC61373
- OPERATING ALTITUDE
- 5000 meters
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- IEC 62368-1, UL 62368-1, EAC TP TC 004, AS/NZS 62368.1 approved; Design refer to UL508
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:4KVdc I/P-FG:2.5KVdc O/P-FG:2.5KVdc
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:>100M Ohms / 500Vdc / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
-
Parameter Standard Test Level Conducted BS EN/EN55032 Class B Radiated BS EN/EN55032 Class B Voltage Flicker BS EN/EN61000-3-3 - EMC IMMUNITY
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BS EN/EN55035 , BS EN/EN61000-6-2(BS EN/EN50082-2)
Parameter Standard Test Level ESD BS EN/EN61000-4-2 Level 3, 8KV air; Level 3, 6KV contact; criteria A Radiated BS EN/EN61000-4-3 Level 3, 10V/m; criteria A EFT / Burst BS EN/EN61000-4-4 Level 3, 2KV; criteria A Surge BS EN/EN61000-4-5 Level 3, 1KV/Line-Line ;Level 3, 2KV/Line-Line-FG ;criteria A Conducted BS EN/EN61000-4-6 Level 3, 10V; criteria A Magnetic Field BS EN/EN61000-4-8 Level 4, 30A/m; criteria A - RAILWAY STANDARD
- Compliance to BS EN/EN45545-2 for fire protection ; Meet BS EN/EN50155 / IEC60571 including IEC61373 for shock & vibration, BS EN/EN50121-3-2 for EMC
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 1769.5K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 214.5K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 32*125.2*102mm (W*H*D)
- PACKING
- 510g; 28pcs/15.3Kg/1.23CUFT
Test conditions and notes7
- 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at normal input (C:48Vdc , D:110Vdc) , rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
- 2. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1μF & 47μF parallel capacitor.
- 3. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
- 4. Derating may be needed under low input voltage. Please check the derating curve for more details.
- 5. 3 seconds max., please refer to peak loading curves.
- 6. The power supply is considered as an independent unit, but the final equipment still need to re-confirm that the whole system complies with the EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.” (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
- 7. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Bus,tram,metro or railway system
- Industrial control system
- Semiconductor fabrication equipment
- Factory automation
- Electro-mechanical
- Wireless network
- Telecom or datacom system
Downloads
FAQ
Can I use the DDR-120D-12 to power 12V sensors and relays from a 110V DC distribution bus?
Yes. The DDR-120D-12 accepts 67.2-154V DC input, covering nominal 110V DC buses common in legacy industrial plants and railway signaling systems. It provides a regulated 12V output at up to 10A (120W), which is sufficient for banks of sensors, relay modules, and indicator lights on a DIN rail panel.
Is the DDR-120D-12 a good choice for converting a 125V DC UPS bus to 12V for embedded controllers?
Yes. A 125V DC UPS bus falls well within the 67.2-154V input range. The 120W capacity at 12V/10A gives you headroom for embedded single-board computers, HMI displays, and peripheral devices. The 4KVdc input-to-output isolation separates the electronics from the high-voltage bus.
Can I run 12V LED indicator strips in a control panel using the DDR-120D-12?
Yes. At 12V and 10A you have 120W available, which is enough for several meters of 12V indicator or status LED strips inside a control panel. The slim 32mm DIN rail profile conserves space on the rail, and the output can be adjusted between 9V and 14V if needed.
Is the DDR-120D-12 suitable for cold-start environments like outdoor substations?
Yes. Its -40°C to +70°C operating temperature range (with load derating at higher temperatures per the derating curve) covers extreme cold-start conditions found in outdoor substations, telecom huts, and remote monitoring stations. It should be installed inside a sealed enclosure to protect against moisture and debris, since the datasheet lists no IP rating.
How does the DDR-120D-12 compare to other 120W DDR models with 12V output?
The DDR-120 series offers four input ranges with 12V output. The DDR-120A-12 accepts 9-18V input (99.6W, 8.3A). The DDR-120B-12 accepts 16.8-33.6V (120W, 10A). The DDR-120C-12 accepts 33.6-67.2V (120W, 10A). The DDR-120D-12 accepts 67.2-154V (120W, 10A). Select the suffix letter that matches your DC source voltage.
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Other DDR-120D Models
2 other models| Model | Power | Voltage | Current | IP Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well DDR-120D-48 DC-DC Converter - 120W - 67.2~154V in 48V out 2.5A | 120W | 48V | 2.5A | IP20 | View |
| Mean Well DDR-120D-24 DC-DC Converter - 120W - 67.2~154V in 24V out 5A | 120W | 24V | 5A | IP20 | View |
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