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Mean Well SCW12B-15 DC-DC Converter - 12W 18~36V DC in 15V out 800mA

SKU SCW12B-15
$21.00 USD
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Overview

SCW12B-15 is the 15V output model of this series: rated power 12W, typical efficiency 85%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • 1500VDC I/O isolation
  • Built-in remote ON/OFF control
  • Built-in EMI filter
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Five-sided shield metal case
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • Low cost / High reliability
  • Modified models available: output 2.5V/3.3V
  • 2 years warranty

Specifications

SCW12B-15Specifications from the official datasheet (2024-08-02 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
15V
CURRENT RANGE
160 ~ 800mA
RATED POWER
12W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
60mVp-p
LINE REGULATIONNote.3
±0.5%
LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
±0.5%
VOLTAGE ACCURACY
±2.0%
SWITCHING FREQUENCY
400KHz min.
EXTERNAL CAPACITANCE LOAD (max.)
220uF

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE
18 ~ 36VDC
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
85%
DC CURRENT Full load
625mA
DC CURRENT No load
35mA
FILTER
Pi network
PROTECTION
Fuse recommended

PROTECTION (Note. 5)

OVERLOAD
110 ~ 180% 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.
-40 ~ +71℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY
20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-40 ~ +105℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
±0.05% / ℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION
10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1 cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY

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
ISOLATION CAPACITANCE
2200pF max.
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

REMOTE CONTROL
Power ON: R.C. ~ -Vin > 4VDC or open ; Power OFF: R.C. ~ -Vin < 1VDC or short
MTBF
600Khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
DIMENSION
31.8*20.3*12.2mm or 1.25"*0.80"*0.48" inch (L*W*H)
PACKING
17.5g ; 15pcs/per tube, 750pcs/50 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 20% 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

SCW12B-15 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
SCW12B-15 Packing
Packing

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FAQ

Can I use the SCW12B-15 to power a 15V industrial sensor or transmitter?

It can fit low-power 15V industrial sensors or transmitters that need constant voltage and stay within 15V, 0.8A, and 12W. Its specified input range is 18-36VDC, so the source side also needs to match that range.

Is the SCW12B-15 suitable for embedded or automation boards that require 15V DC?

This converter is intended for constant-voltage 15V output and can be used where the load stays at or below 0.8A and 12W. That makes it a fit for compact embedded or automation subcircuits that need a regulated 15V rail rather than a higher-power supply.

Can this model be used in a compact industrial control assembly with limited space?

Yes, its body is 31.8 × 20.3 × 12.2 mm and weighs 17.5 g, so it suits space-constrained control assemblies. The electrical fit still depends on the load requiring 15V constant voltage within 0.8A and 12W.

Which SCW12B model should I choose: 5V, 12V, or 15V?

In the SCW12B series, the SCW12B-05 is 12W with 5V output at 2.4A, the SCW12B-12 is 12W with 12V output at 1A, and the SCW12B-15 is 12W with 15V output at 0.8A. All three are constant-voltage models, so selection depends on the output voltage and current your load requires.

Can the SCW12B-15 be used in harsh temperature conditions or outdoor equipment?

Its specified operating range is -40°C to +71°C, with load derating at higher temperatures per the derating curve, so it is designed for wide-temperature use. No IP rating is listed in the provided specs, so those specs do not confirm outdoor or weather-exposed use.

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Mean Well SCW12B-15 DC-DC Converter - 12W 18~36V DC in 15V out 800mA
Mean Well

Mean Well SCW12B-15 DC-DC Converter - 12W 18~36V DC in 15V out 800mA

$21.00 USD

SCW12B-15 is the 15V output model of this series: rated power 12W, typical efficiency 85%.

Features

  • 2:1 wide input range
  • 1500VDC I/O isolation
  • Built-in remote ON/OFF control
  • Built-in EMI filter
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Five-sided shield metal case
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • Low cost / High reliability
  • Modified models available: output 2.5V/3.3V
  • 2 years warranty
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