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Mean Well SD-100C-5 DC-DC Converter - 100W - 36~72V in 5V out
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Description
Description
Features
- Compliance to EN50155 and EN45545-2 railway standard
- 2:1 wide input range
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Input reverse polarity
- 4000VDC I/O isolation
- Cooling by free air convection
- Half encapsulated
- Built-in constant current limiting circuit
- 1U low profile 36mm
- All using 105℃ long life electrolytic capacitors
- LED indicator for power on
- 100% full load burn-in test
- 3 years warranty
Specifications
Specifications
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BrandMean Well
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SeriesSD Series
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Power Rating100 Watt
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Output Voltage5 Volt
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Rated Current18 Ampere
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Input Voltage36V~72V
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Standards MetEAC
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Operation ModeConstant Voltage
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Operating Temperature-15°C~60°C
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Warranty3 Year
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Length19.9 cm
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Width9.8 cm
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Height3.8 cm
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Weight0.65 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the SD-100C-5 to power a 5V industrial controller from a 36-72V DC system?
Yes. This model is a constant-voltage DC-DC converter with a 36-72V input range and a regulated 5V output. Its 100W, 18A output is suited to 5V industrial control electronics that need higher current from a 36-72V source.
Is the SD-100C-5 a fit for 5V embedded computers or edge devices in automation panels?
It can be a fit when the equipment requires a steady 5V rail and the total load stays within 100W or 18A. The wide 36-72V input range is useful in embedded and automation systems built around higher-voltage DC buses. Its constant-voltage output is intended for electronics that expect fixed 5V input power.
Can this converter run multiple 5V PLC accessories or I/O modules from one supply?
It is intended for 5V loads as long as the combined demand does not exceed 100W or 18A. That makes it more suitable for grouped low-voltage control devices than a smaller 15W or 25W unit in the same series. The 36-72V input range also matches higher-voltage control cabinets and mobile DC platforms.
Is the SD-100C-5 suitable for outdoor or washdown locations?
No IP rating is listed for this model, so it is better suited to protected indoor enclosures rather than exposed outdoor or washdown locations. The stated operating temperature range is -15°C to +60°C, which helps define the ambient conditions it can handle. If the installation is outdoors, it would need additional enclosure protection appropriate to the site.
How does the SD-100C-5 compare with other 100W SD-series models?
Within the 100W class, the SD-100C-5 is rated for 100W, 5V, and 18A. Its same-group siblings are SD-100C-12 at 102W, 12V, 8.5A and SD-100C-24 at 100.8W, 24V, 4.2A, while the SD-100A-5, SD-100B-5, and SD-100D-5 are also 100W, 5V, 18A variants. Across the broader series, output options range from 5V to 48V and power ranges from 15W up to 1008W.
Other SD-100C Models
1 other model| Model | Power | Voltage | Current | IP Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well SD-100C-24 DC-DC Converter - 100W - 36~72V in 24V out | 100.8W | 24V | 4.2A | Indoor | View |
