High Power Density Front End Module measures 1 RU high.
Press Release Summary:
PFC FrontEnd(TM) provides control and signaling flexibility, supplying AC OK, Power OK, Temp failure warning, and 4 discrete isolated enable/disable lines for block control. Operating from 85-264 Vac input, this fan-cooled, power factor corrected (PFC) AC-DC front end module provides 375 V out with power density greater than 28 W/in.³ and measures 6.4 x 7 x 1.72 in. It provides power outputs of 1,100 W @ 115 Vac or 2,200 W @ 230 Vac through 4 non-isolated outputs.
Original Press Release:
Westcor Introduces a New High Power Density PFC FrontEnd
Andover, MA, November 20, 2006...Vicor Corporation's (NASDAQ: VICR) Westcor Division announces the release of the 1 RU, high power density PFC FrontEnd(TM) for use with its modules, ViPAC arrays, or any other modules. The PFC FrontEnd is an ultra-low profile, fan-cooled, power factor corrected AC-DC front end. Operating from a wide range 85-264 Vac input, the PFC FrontEnd provides 375V out with a power density > 28W/in3.
"The PFC FrontEnd is the only non-isolated front end module with over 300W output that is only 1RU high", said Jeff Lally, Sr. Product Marketing Manager. "It also offers unprecedented control and signaling flexibility, supplying AC OK, Power OK, Temp failure warning, and four discrete isolated enable/disable lines for block control."
Measuring just 6.4" x 7" x 1.72" (162,6 x 177,8 x 43,2 mm), the PFC FrontEnd provides power outputs of 1,100 W at 115 Vac or 2,200 W at 230 Vac through four non-isolated outputs. Compact and rugged, the PFC FrontEnd meets Mil Std 810E for vibration. It also has worldwide safety agency approvals from CE and cTUVus.
Prototype quantities of new designs are typically delivered in less than 2 weeks. Prices are as low as $0.15/Watt at 100 pieces. Contact the factory for exact lead times.
The ISO 9001-2000 certified Westcor division of Vicor, located in Sunnyvale, California, designs and builds configurable AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies incorporating Vicor DC-DC converters and accessory components. For data sheets and additional information, please visit the Vicor website at www.vicorpower.com. To order, contact Vicor Customer Service at 800-735-6200 or e-mail custserv@vicr.com.
Technical Contact:
Jeff Lally
Sr Product Marketing Manager
408-522-5280
jlally@vicr.com
PFC FrontEnd is a trademark of Vicor Corporation.
