Newmar Power - 32-12-15 DC Converter

Efficient and Robust DC Conversion

The Newmar 32-12-15 DC Converter is designed to convert a wide range of input voltages (20-50 VDC) to a stable 12 VDC output, ideal for powering communication and navigation equipment on negative ground systems. This converter ensures your marine electronics receive consistent and reliable power, even in the most demanding environments.

General Description

The Newmar 32-12-15 DC Converter excels in providing excellent regulation, maintaining output voltage within 1% under all rated line and load conditions. This rugged unit features a durable, anodized aluminum case and heavy-duty shock mounts, making it perfect for harsh marine conditions. It includes numerous protection circuits to safeguard against overvoltage, reverse polarity, and short circuits, ensuring long-lasting performance.

Key Features

• Consistent Voltage Regulation: Maintains output voltage within 1% under all conditions.
• Robust Construction: Anodized aluminum case and polyurethane conformal coating protect against corrosion and harsh environments.
• Comprehensive Protection: Includes current limiting, automatic thermal shutdown, short circuit proofing, reverse polarity protection, and overvoltage protection.
• Efficient Heat Dissipation: Large heat sink fins maximize air contact for cool operation and extended component life.
• CE Mark Certified: Ensures compliance with international safety and performance standards.

Technical Specifications

• Input Voltage: 20-50 VDC
• Output Voltage: 13.6 VDC (internally adjustable 12.6 - 14.5)
• Output Amps (Intermittent): 15 A
• Output Amps (Continuous): 15 A
• Case Size (H x W x D): 4.5 x 5.9 x 11.0 inches (11.4 x 15.0 x 27.9 cm)
• Weight: 5 lbs. (2.3 kg)
• Ripple: 150 mV P-P maximum
• Regulation: 1% Line/Load
• Switching Frequency: 40 kHz
• Efficiency: 85% Typical
• Isolation: Output/Chassis; Input/Chassis: 250 VDC

Duty Cycle Ratings

• Intermittent: 20 minutes max on time, 20% duty. Current limit set at approx. 105% of intermittent rating.
• Continuous: 24 hours, 100% duty.

Operating Temperature

• Standard Operation: 0-50 degrees C, derate linearly from 100% @ 40 degrees C to 50% @ 50 degrees C.
• Thermal Shutdown: 70 degrees C case temperature.

Mechanical Specifications

• Construction: Powder-coated aluminum heat sink case.
• Mounting: Heavy-duty mounting flange.
• PCB: Conformal coated for protection.

Options

• Battery Charger Operation: Contact the factory for parallel redundant operation or derating to continuous duty rating.
• Extreme Vibration Mounting Kit: Available to protect against extreme shock and vibration. Specify KIT L for units weighing 2–15 lbs. and KIT H for units weighing 16–70 lbs.