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Mean Well SKE15A-05 DC-DC Converter - 15W - 9~18V in 5V out 3A

SKU SKE15A-05
$22.04 USD
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Overview

SKE15A-05 is the 5V output model of this series: rated power 15W, typical efficiency 79%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • 4:1 wide input range(option)
  • 1500VDC I/O isolation
  • 3000VDC I/O isolation(option)
  • Built-in EMI filter
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Six-sided shield metal case
  • 100% burn-in test
  • Low cost / High reliability
  • Approvals: FCC / EAC / CE / UKCA
  • 2 years warranty

Specifications

SKE15A-05Specifications from the official datasheet (2024-08-02 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
5V
CURRENT RANGE
300 ~ 3000mA
RATED POWER
15W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
50mVp-p
LINE REGULATIONNote.3
±0.3%
LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
±0.5%
VOLTAGE ACCURACY
±2.0%
SWITCHING FREQUENCY
150KHz min.

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE
9 ~ 18VDC
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
79%
DC CURRENT Full load
1700mA
DC CURRENT No load
40mA
FILTER
Pi network
PROTECTION
Fuse recommended

PROTECTION (Note. 5)

OVER CURRENT
160% ~ 250% rated output power Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
SHORT CIRCUIT
All output equipped with short circuit Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-25 ~ +71℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY
20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-25 ~ +105℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
±0.03% / ℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION
10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDS
EAC TP TC 020/2011 approved
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
I/P-O/P:1.5KVDC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE
I/P-O/P: 100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION
Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 Class A, FCC part 15 Class A , EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY
Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8, light industry level, criteria A , EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
300Khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
DIMENSION
50.8*50.8*11.0 mm or 2"*2"*0.43" inch (L*W*H)
PACKING
60g ; 5pcs/per tube, 200pcs/40 tube/per carton
Test conditions and notes5
  1. 1.All parameters are specified at normal input, rated load, 25℃ 70% RH ambient.
  2. 2.Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz by using a 12" twisted pair terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf capacitor.
  3. 3.Line regulation is measured from low line to high line at rated load.
  4. 4.Load regulation is measured from 10% to 100% rated load.
  5. 5.Please prevent the converter from operating in overload or short circuit condition for more than 30 seconds.

Technical drawings

SKE15A-05 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
SKE15A-05 Packing
Packing

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FAQ

Can I use the SKE15A-05 to supply 5V logic or microcontroller hardware in industrial equipment?

Yes, it is intended for a 9~18V input and provides a 5V constant-voltage output. With a 15W rating and 3A output current, it fits low-voltage embedded control, logic, and interface circuits better than heavier power loads.

Is the SKE15A-05 a good fit for 5V communication modules or small automation electronics in a 12V-class system?

It is suitable when the available source is within 9~18V and the load requires regulated 5V output. The 15W and 3A specifications make it appropriate for compact automation electronics, communication modules, and controller accessories that stay within that 5V power budget.

Can this converter be used for embedded HMI or USB-powered accessories inside industrial panels?

It can be used where the system input falls in the 9~18V range and the accessory requires 5V constant voltage. Its 50.8 × 50.8 × 11.0 mm size supports use in compact assemblies where modest 5V power is needed.

What is the difference between SKE15A-05 and the other SKE15A versions?

The SKE15A family shares the same 15W rating and 9~18V input range, but the outputs differ. SKE15A-05 is 5V at 3A, SKE15A-12 is 12V at 1.25A, SKE15A-15 is 15V at 1A, and SKE15A-24 is 24V at 625A.

Can the SKE15A-05 be used outdoors or in unprotected environments?

Its operating temperature range is -25°C to +71°C, which supports use across a broad temperature band. The specifications do not list an IP rating, so it is better suited to indoor equipment or protected enclosures than direct outdoor exposure.

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Mean Well SKE15A-05 DC-DC Converter - 15W - 9~18V in 5V out 3A
Mean Well

Mean Well SKE15A-05 DC-DC Converter - 15W - 9~18V in 5V out 3A

$22.04 USD

SKE15A-05 is the 5V output model of this series: rated power 15W, typical efficiency 79%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • 4:1 wide input range(option)
  • 1500VDC I/O isolation
  • 3000VDC I/O isolation(option)
  • Built-in EMI filter
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Six-sided shield metal case
  • 100% burn-in test
  • Low cost / High reliability
  • Approvals: FCC / EAC / CE / UKCA
  • 2 years warranty
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