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Mean Well SD-50C-5 DC-DC Converter - 50W - 36~72V in 5V out 10A

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

SD-50C-5 is the 5V output model of this series: rated current 10A, rated power 50W, typical efficiency 76%.

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-50C-5Specifications from the official datasheet (2020-09-07 edition)Download datasheet PDF

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
C:36 ~ 72VDC
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
76%
DC CURRENT
1.5A/48V

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
Design refer to LVD,EAC TP TC 004, AS/NZS 62368.1 approved
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 EN55032 (CISPR32) Class B, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY
Compliance to EN61000-4-2,3,4,6,8, EN55024, heavy industry level, criteria A, EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
368.5K Hrs min.(SD-50C) 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 0.1uf & 47uf 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 http://www.meanwell.com)
  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-50C-5 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
SD-50C-5 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
SD-50C-5 Derating Curve
Derating Curve

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FAQ

Can I use the SD-50C-5 to power a 5V embedded computer or industrial SBC from a 36-72V source?

Yes, it is suited to constant-voltage 5V electronics when the source feeding it is within 36-72V. The available output current is 10A, so the total 5V load needs to stay within that limit.

Is this converter appropriate for 5V logic boards, I/O modules, or communication hardware in automation equipment?

It can fit 5V control and interface hardware that requires a regulated constant-voltage rail. As long as the combined load stays at or below 10A, it can serve as a 5V bus converter inside industrial or embedded systems.

Can the SD-50C-5 run several 5V peripherals from one converter?

It can power multiple 5V devices if their combined draw does not exceed 10A. That makes it suitable for grouped low-voltage loads such as controllers, communication modules, and other 5V constant-voltage electronics.

How do I know if this 5V converter is large enough for my load?

The sizing limit to check is the 10A output current at 5V. If the full 5V load stays within those output specs, this model is a match; if it exceeds them, it is not.

Can I use the SD-50C-5 in outdoor or unsealed equipment?

The specified operating range is -10°C to +60°C, so temperature should stay within that window. No IP rating is listed in the provided specs, so outdoor exposure, water, and dust protection need to be handled by the enclosure.

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Mean Well SD-50C-5 DC-DC Converter - 50W - 36~72V in 5V out 10A
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Mean Well SD-50C-5 DC-DC Converter - 50W - 36~72V in 5V out 10A

SD-50C-5 is the 5V output model of this series: rated current 10A, rated power 50W, typical efficiency 76%.

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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