The world of industrial electronics is unforgiving — dust, moisture, and extreme temperatures can wreak havoc on delicate components. TDK Corporation is tackling these challenges head-on with the latest enhancement to its CCG series of isolated DC-DC converters in the 1.5W to 10W range. The new models feature a two-sided board coating that offers extra protection for rail, industrial, and harsh environmental applications.
According to the company, the CCG series is now more rugged and reliable than ever. This two-sided board coating shields critical components from humidity, contaminants, and mechanical stress, ensuring stable performance even in the most challenging settings. Rail rolling stock, trackside equipment, robotics, telecommunications, and process control systems will benefit from this enhanced durability.
That is even though TDK used the traditional, rugged silicone potting, which can introduce quality risks during reflow soldering. The company has circumvented this by eliminating silicone encapsulation, ensuring better manufacturing consistency. Moreover, the converters are designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +100°C, making them well-suited for extreme industrial environments.
Furthermore, the 144 voltage and current combinations available in the CCG series make it a go-to solution for a wide range of applications. The series offers single and dual outputs with adjustable voltage levels, making it adaptable to different circuit requirements. Models can operate from an input range of 4.5V to 76V, accommodating 5V, 12V, 24V, and 48V power sources, significantly simplifying inventory management.
One significant advantage of the new models is their super-efficient power consumption of only 0.1W in standby mode, which makes them suitable for battery-powered and portable equipment. Still, TDK has equipped them with on/off functionality to provide users with flexible power management.
Not only that, but the footprint of the new DC-DC converters has been minimized, further adding to their usefulness in compact electronics. The 1.5W and 3W models measure just 15.7 x 10.4mm, and the 6W and 10W models are just slightly larger at 19 x 12.4mm. The new CCG series is also backed by IEC/UL/CSA/EN 62368-1 safety certifications and meets the CE and UKCA regulatory requirements for Low Voltage and RoHS compliance.
Thanks to all the advancements in the CCG series, it’s well-suited to demanding applications, such as critical trackside infrastructure, advanced robotics, or battery-powered systems.
