Advanced Energy's Latest DC-DC Converter Release Offers Enhanced Efficiency

Advanced Energy has launched a 1300 and 1600 W ultra-efficient DC-DC converter. The new product is designed to meet the increasing power requirements of advanced data center and hyperscale applications. The converter's high efficiency and reliability make it ideal for use in mission-critical systems, while its compact size and low noise level make it suitable for use in a variety of environments.

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: AEIS) has announced the launch of two new quarter brick modules, the NDQ1300 and NDQ1600, designed to meet the growing power demands of advanced data centers and hyperscale applications. These ultra-efficient DC-DC converters operate at peak efficiencies of up to 98%, making them ideal for high-performance applications where power density is critical.

The NDQ1300 and NDQ1600 modules convert a 48 V input into a fully-regulated 12 V output, suitable for non-isolated, low-voltage, high-current power stages, PCIE slots, and memory devices. They feature a flat efficiency curve, ensuring optimal power conversion across a wide load range. Additionally, the modules support flexible digital control and monitoring through an integrated PMBus interface, and offer options for current-share and remote sensing to enable parallel connections for higher load currents or redundancy.

The new converters leverage an advanced baseplate for better thermal management and heatsink integration, ensuring reliable operation in various environments. Their compact design and standard sizes facilitate straightforward power scaling and protect downstream circuits. These features make the NDQ1300 and NDQ1600 modules suitable for use in mission-critical systems, including AI servers, compute and networking equipment, robotics, and test and measurement applications.

Advanced Energy's focus on efficiency and form factor aligns with the industry's trend towards delivering low-loss power conversion essential to emerging AI and next-generation industrial applications. The company's expertise in power conversion, measurement, and control solutions positions it as a key player in the market for mission-critical applications.