Schaefer Unveils C5300 Series Converters

Schaefer Inc. (Ashland, MA) introduced the C5300 Series of 7,500 W, 7 in high, standard 19 in rack, dc-dc and ac-dc converters. Applications include locomotive controls, communications and charging equipment, military vehicles, telecommunication systems, process control systems, and power stations for direct-load sourcing in addition to battery charging.

The C5300 Series is available in 5 dc-input ranges from 80 V to 800 V dc as well as 3Ø ac-input ranges from 160 V to 530 V, plus units can be supplied with an external power-factor correction module offering additional input ranges. Single outputs are available in eight ranges from 24 Vdc to 400 Vdc. All outputs are adjustable and fully regulated to 0.2 percent or better (load) and 0.1 percent (line). Efficiencies run up to 95 percent depending on model and load. The operating temperature range is -20 °C to +75 °C with optional operation down to -40 °C.

The units are packaged in a 7 in x 19 in x 24 in module for low-profile space savings and incorporate standard studs for input and output connections. Pricing starts at $5,690 for 100-piece quantities. Significant OEM quantity discounts are available, and delivery is 8 to 10 weeks ARO.