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Mean Well SKA20C-15 DC-DC Converter - 20W - 36~75V in 15V out 1.33A

SKU SKA20C-15
$30.13 USD
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Overview

SKA20C-15 is the 15V output model of this series: rated power 20W, typical efficiency 88%.

Features

  • 2"×1" compact size
  • 2:1 wide input range
  • High efficiency up to 89.5%
  • 1500VDC I/O isolation
  • Built-in remote ON/OFF control
  • Built-in trimming output
  • Built-in EMI filter
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Input and Output Over voltage
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Six-sided shielded metal case
  • 100% burn-in test
  • Low cost / High reliability
  • Approvals: FCC / EAC / CE / UKCA
  • 2 years warranty

Specifications

SKA20C-15Specifications from the official datasheet (2024-08-02 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
15V
CURRENT RANGE
133 ~ 1333mA
RATED POWER
20W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
60mVp-p
LINE REGULATIONNote.3
±0.2%
LOAD REGULATIONNote.4
±0.5%
VOLTAGE ACCURACY
±2.0%
SWITCHING FREQUENCY
300KHz typ.
EXTERNAL CAPACITANCE LOAD (max.)
100uF
EXTERNAL TRIM Adj. RANGE(Typ.)
-20 ~ +10%

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE
36 ~ 75VDC
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
88%
DC CURRENT Full load
490mA
DC CURRENT No load
15mA
FILTER
Pi network
REMOTE CONTROL
Power ON : R.C ~ -Vin > 2.5V ~ 30VDC or open circuit ; Power OFF : R.C ~ -Vin < 0.5VDC or short

PROTECTION (Note. 5)

PROTECTION
Fuse recommended
OVER CURRENT
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
OVER VOLTAGE
>80 ~ 82VDC input voltage Output Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-40 ~ +85℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY
20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-55 ~ +125℃, 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 (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
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
700Khrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
DIMENSION
50.8*25.4*11.2 mm or 2"*1"*0.44" inch (L*W*H)
PACKING
31.2g ; 10pcs/per tube, 400pcs/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

SKA20C-15 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
SKA20C-15 Packing
Packing

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FAQ

Can I use the SKA20C-15 to power a 15V industrial sensor or transmitter from a wide input bus?

This model provides a constant-voltage 15V output at up to 1.33A with 20W capacity. Its listed input range is 36-75VDC, so it fits applications that need 15V output within that input window.

Is the SKA20C-15 suitable for embedded control boards that need regulated 15V power?

It is designed as a constant-voltage converter with 15V output and 20W maximum power. That makes it appropriate for embedded or control assemblies that require a fixed 15V rail and draw no more than 1.33A.

Can this converter be used in automation equipment that runs in hot or cold environments?

The specified operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C. That wide range supports use in automation or industrial equipment exposed to low and high ambient temperatures within those limits.

Can the SKA20C-15 power a small 15V communications or IT device from a 36-75VDC source?

Yes, the listed specs match a 36-75VDC input range and a regulated 15V output. The output is limited to 20W and 1.33A, so the connected device needs to stay within that capacity.

Is the SKA20C-15 suitable for outdoor or exposed-environment use?

The provided specs include an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, but no IP rating is listed. Based on the listed data alone, temperature capability is defined, while outdoor or exposed-use protection is not confirmed.

How does the SKA20C-15 compare with other SKA20C models?

Within the SKA20C series, the SKA20C-15 is rated for 20W with 15V output at 1.33A. The sibling SKA20C-05 is 20W with 5V output at 4A, and the SKA20C-12 is 20W with 12V output at 1.66A.

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Mean Well SKA20C-15 DC-DC Converter - 20W - 36~75V in 15V out 1.33A
Mean Well

Mean Well SKA20C-15 DC-DC Converter - 20W - 36~75V in 15V out 1.33A

$30.13 USD

SKA20C-15 is the 15V output model of this series: rated power 20W, typical efficiency 88%.

Features

  • 2"×1" compact size
  • 2:1 wide input range
  • High efficiency up to 89.5%
  • 1500VDC I/O isolation
  • Built-in remote ON/OFF control
  • Built-in trimming output
  • Built-in EMI filter
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Input and Output Over voltage
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Six-sided shielded metal case
  • 100% burn-in test
  • Low cost / High reliability
  • Approvals: FCC / EAC / CE / UKCA
  • 2 years warranty
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