Advanced Energy introduces efficient converter module

The Advanced Energy Artesyn® ADH1300-48S28 DC-DC converter is tailored for telecom wireless base stations and equipment that use radio frequency power amplifiers (RFPAs). It boasts an industry-leading efficiency of nearly 96% at full load, making it ideal for high-demand applications. Its thermal design is optimised for Ingress Protection (IP)-sealed enclosures, such as remote radio head (RRH) equipment, which require contact-cooled devices. Additionally, a PMBus interface enables remote configuration, monitoring, and control, leading to reduced maintenance costs.

"RF power amplifiers, the highest energy-consuming part of base stations, need the highest available efficiency during all operations," said Joe Voyles, Vice President of Industrial Power Conversion Products, Advanced Energy. “As power demands increase, Advanced Energy’s compact half-brick ADH1300-48S28 converters deliver more power with greater efficiency without increasing the form factor. This enables more compact designs, helps ensure uninterrupted network coverage for operators and can lower operating costs – essentially helping to future-proof RFPA applications."

The ADH1300-48S28 offers a wide voltage adjustment range, providing designers with the flexibility to optimise performance for their specific applications. Additionally, the module includes protection features against over-voltage, over-current, and short-circuit conditions.