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Mean Well SCW20A-05 DC-DC Converter - 20W 9~18V DC in 5V out 4A

Name: Mean Well SCW20A-05 DC-DC Converter - 20W 9~18V DC in 5V out 4A
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: SCW20A-05
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SKU SCW20A-05

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Overview

SCW20A-05 is the 5V output model of this series: rated power 20W, typical efficiency 86%.

SCW20 series is 20W isolated and regulated module type DC-DC converter with DIP24 package. It features international standard pins, a high efficiency up to 89%, wide working temperature range -40~+80℃, 1.5KVDC I/P-O/P isolation voltage, Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 radiated Class A with additional components, continuous-mode short circuit protection, etc. The additional components, models account for different input voltage 9~18V, 18~36V and 36~75V 2:1 wide input range, and various output voltage, 5V/12V/15V for single output, which are suitable for all kinds of systems, such as industrial control, telecommunication field, distributed power architecture, and so on.

Features

DIP24 package with industry standard pinout
2:1 wide input range
Operating temperature range -40 ~ +80℃
No minimum load required
Comply to BS EN/EN55032 radiated Class A with additional components
High efficiency up to 89%
Protections: Short circuit (Continuous) / Overload
1.5KVDC I/O isolation
Remote ON/OFF control
3 years warranty

Specifications

SCW20A-05Specifications from the official datasheet (2025-07-28 edition)

MODEL SELECTION TABLE

INPUT VOLTAGE (RANGE): Normal 12V (9 ~ 18V)
INPUT CURRENT NO LOAD: 110mA
INPUT CURRENT FULL LOAD: 1938mA
OUTPUT VOLTAGE: 5V
OUTPUT CURRENT: 4000mA
EFFICIENCY (TYP.): 86%
CAPACITOR LOAD (MAX.): 1000μF

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE: 9~18Vdc ,
FILTER: Pi type
PROTECTION: Fuse recommended. 12Vin models: 4A Slow-Blow Type, 24Vin models: 2A Slow-Blow Type, 48Vin models: 1A Slow-Blow Type
INTERNAL POWER DISSIPATION: 500mW

OUTPUT

VOLTAGE ACCURACY: ±2%
RATED POWER: 20W
RIPPLE & NOISE^Note.2: 80mVp-p
LINE REGULATION^Note.3: ±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION^Note.4: ±0.5%
SWITCHING FREQUENCY (Min.): 400KHz

PROTECTION

SHORT CIRCUIT: Protection type : Continuous, automatic recovery
OVERLOAD: 120 ~ 190% rated output power Protection type : Recovers automatically after fault condition is removed

FUNCTION

REMOTE CONTROL: Power ON: R.C. ~ -Vin > 2.5VDC or open ; Power OFF: R.C. ~ -Vin < 0.8VDC or short

ENVIRONMENT

COOLING: Free-air convection
WORKING TEMP.: -40 ~ +80℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
CASE TEMPERATURE: +110℃ max.
WORKING HUMIDITY: 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY: -40 ~ +105℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
TEMP. COEFFICIENT: 0.03% / ℃ (0 ~ 85℃)
SOLDERING TEMPERATURE: 1.5mm from case of 1 ~ 3sec./260℃ max.
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC ( Note.5)

SAFETY STANDARDS: EAC TP TC 020/2011 (EAC TP TC 004 for 48Vin type only) approved
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: I/P-O/P:1.5KVDC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE: I/P-O/P:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
ISOLATION CAPACITANCE (Typ.): 1200pF
EMC EMISSION: Parameter Standard Test Level

Conducted BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32) N/A
Radiated BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32) Class A with additional components
EMC IMMUNITY: Parameter Standard Test Level

ESD BS EN/EN61000-4-2 Level 2, ±8KV air, ±4KV contact
Radiated Susceptibility BS EN/EN61000-4-3 Level 2, 3V/m
EFT/Bursts BS EN/EN61000-4-4 Level 1, 0.5KV
Surge BS EN/EN61000-4-5 Level 1, 0.5KV Line-Line
Conducted BS EN/EN61000-4-6 Level 2, 3V(e.m.f.)
Magnetic Field BS EN/EN61000-4-8 Level 2, 3A/m

Parameter	Standard	Test Level
Conducted	BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32)	N/A
Radiated	BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32)	Class A with additional components

Parameter	Standard	Test Level
ESD	BS EN/EN61000-4-2	Level 2, ±8KV air, ±4KV contact
Radiated Susceptibility	BS EN/EN61000-4-3	Level 2, 3V/m
EFT/Bursts	BS EN/EN61000-4-4	Level 1, 0.5KV
Surge	BS EN/EN61000-4-5	Level 1, 0.5KV Line-Line
Conducted	BS EN/EN61000-4-6	Level 2, 3V(e.m.f.)
Magnetic Field	BS EN/EN61000-4-8	Level 2, 3A/m

OTHERS

MTBF: 224Khrs MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
DIMENSION (L*W*H): 31.8*20.3*12.2mm (1.25*0.8*0.48 inch)
CASE MATERIAL: Five-sided shield metal case
PACKING: 18.5g ; 15pcs/per tube, 750pcs/50 tube/per carton

Test conditions and notes5

1.All parameters are specified at normal input(A:12Vdc, B:24Vdc, C:48Vdc), rated load, 25℃ 70% RH ambient.
2.Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz by using a 12" twisted pair terminated with a 0.1μf & 47μf capacitor.
3.Line regulation is measured from low line to high line at rated load.
4.Load regulation is measured from 20% to 100% rated load.
5.The final equipment must be re-confirm that it still meet EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.”(as available on http://www.meanwell.com)

Technical drawings

SCW20A-05 Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

SCW20A-05 Pin Assignment — Pin Assignment

SCW20A-05 S C W 2 0 series — S C W 2 0 series

SCW20A-05 S C W 2 0 series (2) — S C W 2 0 series (2)

Typical applications

Downloads

Certificates3

CE Certificate(SCW/DCW-1220)(EN) PDF Download

EMC Certificate(SCW/DCW-1220)(EN) PDF Download

EAC Certificate(EN) PDF Download

Catalogues2

Mean Well DC-DC Catalog PDF Download

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

FAQ

Can I use the SCW20A-05 to power a 5V industrial controller or embedded computer?

Yes, it is a constant-voltage 5V converter rated for up to 4A and 20W, which suits higher-current 5V electronics. The input side must match the listed 9~18V DC range.

Is the SCW20A-05 suitable for 5V automation interfaces or multiple low-power logic loads?

It can fit 5V automation interfaces or grouped low-power logic loads when the combined demand stays within 4A and 20W. Because it is a constant-voltage model, it is intended for loads that require a regulated 5V rail.

Can this model support a 5V monitoring, control, or communications module with higher current demand?

Compared with lower-current 5V converters, this model's 5V, 4A, and 20W rating makes it better suited to 5V loads that need more current headroom. Its compact size of 31.8 × 20.3 × 12.2 mm also helps in dense control assemblies.

How does the SCW20A-05 compare with the 12V and 15V versions in the same family?

The SCW20A-05 is 20W with 5V output at 4A, the SCW20A-12 is 20W with 12V output at 1.67A, and the SCW20A-15 is 20W with 15V output at 1.33A. They are all constant-voltage models, so the main selection factor is the required output voltage and current.

Can the SCW20A-05 be used in demanding temperature conditions or outdoor locations?

Its operating temperature range is -40°C to +80°C, with the load derated at higher temperatures according to the derating curve. No IP rating is provided in the specs, so the product data does not confirm outdoor or water-exposed use.

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