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Mean Well SD-50A-5 DC-DC Converter - 50W - 9.2~18V in 5V out 10A

2:1 wide input range1.5~2KVAC isolation by models
SKU SD-50A-5
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Overview

SD-50A-5 is the 5V output model of this series: rated current 10A, rated power 50W, typical efficiency 70%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage
  • 1500VAC I/O isolation
  • Built-in EMI filter, low ripple noise
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • Fixed switching frequency at 83KHz
  • Low cost
  • High reliability
  • 2 years warranty

Specifications

SD-50A-5Specifications from the official datasheet (2024-11-22 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
5V
RATED CURRENT
10A
CURRENT RANGE
0 ~ 10A
RATED POWER
50W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
100mVp-p
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE
4.5 ~ 5.5VDC
VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
±2.0%
LINE REGULATION
±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION
±0.5%
SETUP, RISE, HOLD UP TIME
2.5s, 50ms, ------ at full load

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE
A:9.2 ~ 18VDC
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
70%
DC CURRENT
7A/12V

PROTECTION

OVERLOAD
105 ~ 150% rated output power Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE
5.75 ~ 6.75V/10% load Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-10 ~ +60℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY
20 ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-20 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION
10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC (Note 4)

SAFETY STANDARDS
EAC TP TC 004 approved, Design refer to LVD, AS/NZS 62368.1
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
I/P-O/P:1.5KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:0.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE
I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION
Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Class B, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY
Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,6,8, BS EN/EN55035, heavy industry level, EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
3293.1K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 512.8K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION
159*97*38mm (L*W*H)
PACKING
0.43Kg; 24pcs/11.35Kg/0.83CUFT
Test conditions and notes5
  1. 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 12,24,48VDC input, rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
  2. 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. 3. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
  4. 4. The power supply is considered a component which will be installed into a final equipment. All the EMC tests are been executed by mounting the unit on a 360mm*360mm metal plate with 1mm of thickness. The final equipment must be re-confirmed that it still meets 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 )
  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

SD-50A-5 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
SD-50A-5 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
SD-50A-5 Derating Curve
Derating Curve

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FAQ

Can I use the SD-50A-5 to power a 5V industrial control board from a 9-18V source?

Yes, this model provides a 5V constant-voltage output and is rated for 10A. Its specified input range is 9-18V and it is intended as a DC-DC converter for systems that need regulated 5V from that input window.

Is the SD-50A-5 suitable for embedded computing or edge devices that need high-current 5V power?

It can fit embedded or IT hardware that requires a 5V constant-voltage supply and draws up to 10A. The converter is designed for 9-18V input, so the upstream power source needs to stay within that range.

Can this converter run 5V automation I/O, sensors, or interface modules in a cabinet?

It is appropriate for 5V automation loads that need constant voltage and stay within the 10A output rating. The 5V output and 9-18V input range make it a fit for low-voltage control and interface applications rather than higher-voltage loads.

Is the SD-50A-5 meant for outdoor or washdown environments?

The provided specs list an operating temperature of -10C to +60C, but no IP rating is shown. That means the temperature range is defined, while outdoor or wet-location suitability is not specified in the listed data.

How does the SD-50A-5 compare with the other 5V SD-50 models?

The SD-50A-5 is rated at 5V, 10A with a 9-18V input range. The SD-50B-5 is also 5V, 10A but uses a 19-36V input range, and the SD-50C-5 is 5V, 10A with a 36-72V input range.

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Mean Well SD-50A-5 DC-DC Converter - 50W - 9.2~18V in 5V out 10A
Mean Well

Mean Well SD-50A-5 DC-DC Converter - 50W - 9.2~18V in 5V out 10A

SD-50A-5 is the 5V output model of this series: rated current 10A, rated power 50W, typical efficiency 70%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage
  • 1500VAC I/O isolation
  • Built-in EMI filter, low ripple noise
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • Fixed switching frequency at 83KHz
  • Low cost
  • High reliability
  • 2 years warranty
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