NEWS RELEASE: 6 Watt Medical DC/DC Converter In 24 Pin DIP Package

A photo of the Traco Power TIM 6.

The Traco Power TIM 6 series [Image courtesy of Traco Power]

IEC/EN/ES 60601-1 / UL 62368-1 Safety Approvals

San Jose, CA –  TRACO POWER releases their new TIM 6 series of 6 watt medical DC/DC converters designed for cost-efficiency without sacrificing performance.

The TIM 6 series provide reinforced isolation of 5000 VAC (250 VAC Working Voltage) with a low leakage current of less than 2 μA. Safety approved to ES 60601-1 and UL 62368-1 for 2 x MOPP applications and supported by both an ISO 14971 risk management file and ISO 13485 (design & production). High efficiency up to 87% and high-grade components allow the converters to perform reliably over an ambient temperature range of –40°C to +95°C (with de-rating >55°C).  The series consists of 18 models with input ranges of 9-18 / -18-36 / 36-75 VDC and single or dual 5 / 12 / 15 VDC outputs. Therse converters are reliable solutions for not only medical equipment but also for demanding applications such as transportation, control & measurement or IGBT drivers.

Features include:

  • Compact DIP-24 plastic case
  • I/O isolation 5000 VAC rated for 250 VAC working voltage
  • Certification according to IEC/EN/ES 60601-1 3rd edition for 2 x MOPP
  • Risk management process according to ISO 14971
  • Acceptance criteria for electronic assemblies acc. to IPC-A-610 Level 3
  • Low leakage current <2 μA
  • Operating temperature –40°C to 95°C
  • EMC compliance to IEC 60601-1-2 4th edition and EN55032 class A
  • Operating up to 5000m altitude
  • 5-year product warranty

The new TIM 6 models are in stock now and available through TRACO POWER’s global distribution network. Please see https://www.tracopower.com/tim6-npi  for documentation and sourcing.

For further information and reader enquiries:
Paul Christiansen, TRACO Power North America, Inc.
2025 Gateway Place #330, San Jose, CA 95110
Office: +1 (408) 916-4570
Email:  [email protected]
Fax:    +1 (408) 916-4571

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