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Mean Well PSD-45C-12 DC-DC Converter - 45W - 36~72V in 12V out 3.75A

2:1 wide input range1.5~2KVAC isolation by models
SKU PSD-45C-12
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Overview

PSD-45C-12 is the 12V output model of this series: rated current 3.75A, rated power 45W, typical efficiency 83%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • Protections:Short circuit/Over load /Over voltage/ Polarity
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Built-in EMI filter, low ripple noise
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • Fixed switching frequency at 96KHZ
  • Low cost
  • High reliability
  • 2 year warranty

Specifications

PSD-45C-12Specifications from the official datasheet (2024-10-30 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
12V
RATED CURRENT
3.75A
CURRENT RANGE
0 ~ 3.75A
RATED POWER
45W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
120mVp-p
VOLTAGE ADJ RANGE
10.8 ~13.2V
VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
± 2.0%
LINE REGULATION
± 1.0%
LOAD REGULATION
± 1.0%
SETUP, RISE, HOLD UP TIME
1000ms, 50ms, ----/12VDC/24VDC at full load; 1500ms,50ms,----48VDC at full load

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE
36~72VDC(48VDC)
EFFICIENCY(Typ.)
83%
DC CURRENT(Typ.)
3.5A/12VDC 2.5A/24VDC 1.2A/48VDC

PROTECTION

OVER LOAD
105% -160% rated output power Protection type :shut down, Re-power on after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE
13.8~ 16.2V/10%load Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovery automatically after fault condition is removed

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-10 ~ +60℃ (Refer to output load derating curve),20~90%RH non-condensing
WORKING HUMIDITY
20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-20 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
±0.05%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION
10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, Period for 60min.each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDS
TUV BS EN/EN62368-1, EAC TP TC 004 approved
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
I/P-O/P:1.5KVAC I/P-FG:2.0KVAC O/P-FG:0.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE
I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms/500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMI CONDUCTION&RADIATION
Compliance to BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32) CLASS B, EAC TP TC 020
EMS IMMUNITY
Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,6,8,BS EN/EN55035,BS EN/EN61000-6-1 Light industry level, EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
3067.4K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 463.9K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION
127*76*30mm (L*W*H)
PACKING
0.19Kg;72pcs/15.6Kg/1.28CUFT
Test conditions and notes5
  1. 1.All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at normal input,rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
  2. 2.Ripple & noise are measued at 20 MHz of bandwidth by using a 12inch twisted pair-wire termined with a 0.1uf & 47uf capacitor.
  3. 3.Tolerance:includes set up tolerance,line regulation and load regulation.
  4. 4.The interval of turning ON and OFF the power supply continuously is 2 seconds.
  5. 5.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

PSD-45C-12 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
PSD-45C-12 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
PSD-45C-12 Output Derating
Output Derating

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FAQ

Can I use the PSD-45C-12 to power 12V industrial controls from a 36-72V DC bus?

Yes, this unit is designed for 36-72V input and provides a constant 12V output. Its output rating is 45W with up to 3.75A available for the connected 12V load.

Is the PSD-45C-12 a fit for telecom or control cabinets that distribute higher DC voltage but need local 12V power?

It is suitable where the source voltage stays within 36-72V and the load requires regulated 12V DC. The converter provides up to 3.75A output current and uses a 2:1 wide input range.

Can this model power 12V sensors, relays, or automation accessories in a distributed system?

It can support 12V accessories and control devices as long as the total demand stays within 45W and 3.75A. The constant-voltage output is intended for equipment that expects a regulated 12V supply.

Is the PSD-45C-12 suitable for outdoor panels or harsh exposed locations?

The specifications show an operating temperature range of -10°C to +60°C, but no IP rating is listed. That means the temperature range is defined, while outdoor or washdown suitability is not established by the published data.

How does the PSD-45C-12 compare with other PSD 45-series options?

The related higher-output models listed are PSD-45B-5 and PSD-45C-5 at 5V and 9A, PSD-45B-24 and PSD-45C-24 at 24V and 1.875A, and PSD-45B-12 at 12V and 3.75A; this PSD-45C-12 is the 45W, 12V, 3.75A model with 36-72V input.

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Mean Well PSD-45C-12 DC-DC Converter - 45W - 36~72V in 12V out 3.75A
Mean Well

Mean Well PSD-45C-12 DC-DC Converter - 45W - 36~72V in 12V out 3.75A

PSD-45C-12 is the 12V output model of this series: rated current 3.75A, rated power 45W, typical efficiency 83%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • Protections:Short circuit/Over load /Over voltage/ Polarity
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Built-in EMI filter, low ripple noise
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • Fixed switching frequency at 96KHZ
  • Low cost
  • High reliability
  • 2 year warranty
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