GAIA announces new DC/DC converter module

The military grade MGDM-500/P converts input voltages of 9 – 40Vdc or 16-80Vdc to four nominal DC output voltages - 12V, 15V, 24V and 28V, with up to 500W of output power at an efficiency exceeding 91%. The module’s unique new parallel option with droop control enables seamless load sharing across up to six individual modules, delivering power levels up to 3kW, while maintaining high efficiency and reliability. The highly scalable power architecture of the MGDM-500/P requires minimal external components - just a single low-power sense resistor—significantly streamlining system integration and reducing additional component costs. Rated to MiL-STD-704, MiL-STD-1275, MiL-STD-461, and DO160, the MGDM-500/P provides greater flexibility, simplified integration, and optimised performance for aerospace, defence, and industrial applications.

Thanks to its two-component potting compound, the module ensures optimum heat dissipation under the harshest of operational conditions while supporting a storage temperature range of -40 to +125C. Available in chassis-mount packages measuring 61 x 64 x 12.9mm key benefits and features of the module include: 

• Scalable power solutions: Supports 12, 15, 24, and 28Vdc outputs and allows up to 6 modules to be combined, reaching power levels of up to 3kW
• Ultra simple droop control operation
• Minimal additional components: Only one low-power sense resistor is needed

The MGDM500 /P offers an optimised solution, delivering greater flexibility and scalability for high-reliability applications including mil-aero, ground-borne, civilian avionic, on-board military radars, navigation systems, surveillance drone, flight recorders, night vision illuminators, intelligent weapons, and naval applications.