New Medium-Power Planar Transformer
New PLA51 Medium-Power Planar Transformer Provides Higher Efficiency, Space Savings Over Traditional Winding Technology
Vishay Intertechnology introduces a new planar transformer offering power from 1 kW to 3 kW in a compact 70 mm by 53 mm by 22 mm size. Compared to devices built on traditional winding technology, the Vishay Sfernice PLA51 delivers the same power transfer / conversion while offering higher efficiency and a lower weight and profile.
- High efficiency reduces losses
- Low profile saves space in sub-assemblies
- Provides excellent repeatability
- Tapped outputs provide fast and easy connection
- Available in custom designs upon request
Key Specifications:
- Power range: 1 kW to 3 kW
- Frequency range: 50 kHz to 400 kHz
- Inductance range: 49 uH to 1500 uH
- Operating temperature range: -55 °C to +125 °C
Product Benefits:
- Compact 70 mm by 53 mm by 22 mm size
- High typical efficiency of > 99 %
- Reduced weight of 170 g
- High-temperature operation to +125 °C with heatsink
dissipation - Offered in full-bridge, half-bridge, and forward power supply
topologies - RoHS-compliant
Market Applications:
- DC/DC power converters, on-board chargers for electric vehicles, UPS, power control cooling units, and
solar inverters
