Universal Power Adapters operate above 87% efficiency.
Press Release Summary:
Suitable for portable equipment, networking, and gaming, 3-wire input Model PSAA60M and 2-wire input Model PSAA60W are available in 12, 15, 18, 24, and 48 V single output models, all of which are ENERGY STAR® EPS Version 2.0 compliant. Units feature no-load power consumption of less than 0.5 W, meet Class B EMI standards, and include over-voltage, over-current, and short-circuit protection with automatic reset. Housed in non-vented, spill-proof cases, adapters operate from 0-40°C.
Original Press Release:
Phihong Improves Energy Efficiency of its 2- and 3-Wire Universal Adapters
Adapters ideal for portable equipment, networking, and gaming are now ENERGY STAR® Level V-Compliant...
Fremont, CA (September 22, 2009) - Phihong, one of the most trusted names in power electronics, has improved the energy efficiency of both its PSAA60M universal 3-wire input adapter series and its PSAA60W universal 2-wire input adapter series. Ideal for portable equipment, networking, peripherals, and gaming machines, the low-cost adapters are available in 12-, 15-, 18-, 24-, and 48V single output models; all of which are now ENERGY STAR® EPS Version 2.0 (Level V) compliant.
"Even though ENERGY STAR's EPS Version 2.0 standard is still voluntary, we feel that it is important to continually improve the efficiency of all of our products," said Keith Hopwood, vice president of marketing for Phihong, "By holding our products to the highest standards possible, we are able to provide our OEM customers with high quality, high efficiency products, as well as be better prepared for future energy efficiency regulations."
Per ENERGY STAR® EPS Version 2.0 specifications, Phihong's PSAA60M and PSAA60W Series' operate above 87% average efficiency and feature a no-load power consumption of less than 0.5W. The adapters also meet Class B EMI standards and feature cUL/UL, CE, TUV, and CB safety approvals and markings, as well as over-voltage and short-circuit protection with automatic reset and over-current protection.
Featuring low profile, non-vented, spill-proof cases, the PSAA60M and PSAA60W Series' measure 5.12" x 2.36" x 1.3" and terminate with a 2.1mm x 5.5mm center positive DC output connector. Each weighing 10.58 ounces, the adapters are rated for operation from 0°C to +40°C.
Pricing for the PSAA60M Series starts at $29.79 each at 10 pieces. Pricing for the PSAA60W Series starts at $29.63 each at 10 pieces. Detailed specifications are available on the website at www.phihong.com/html/psaa60m_60w_cec_adapter.html and www.phihong.com/html/psaa60w_60w_cec_adapter.html, respectively.
About Phihong
Phihong is one of the leading suppliers of power solutions, including power supplies, adapters, and Power-over-Ethernet products, to networking and consumer electronics OEMs. With global sales for 2008 in excess of $500 million, Phihong has engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America, Taiwan and mainland China. For more information contact Thomas Chin, Phihong USA Corporation, 47800 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538, or call (510) 445-0100, fax (510) 445-1678, email usasales@phihongusa.com, or visit www.phihong.com.
