A New Look for Advanced Conversion Technology
Published On: April 8, 2024
Advanced Conversion Technology (ACT) was established in 1981. Since then, we’ve made a name for ourselves producing hundreds of military-grade AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies, supporting our nations armed forces. Our field-proven circuity, topology, ...
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Power Supply Trends for 2024
Published On: March 25, 2024
There is no question that power supplies are vital components of any electronic system. However, their rugged builds are particularly crucial when considering military applications, as they need to operate in harsh and demanding conditions. Military ...
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How to Choose the Right DC-DC Converter for Your Applications
Published On: February 21, 2024
A DC-DC converter is an electronic circuit that converts a direct current (DC) source into a new DC power form. These electric power converters can be designed in a variety of ways and serve numerous applications, often making it difficult for engine ...
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How to Select the Right Power Supply for Your Application
Published On: January 26, 2024
From display tech to aircraft, finding the right power supply for your application is crucial. A power supply unit (PSU) that doesn't meet its application's demands could become damaged or cause damage to connected equipment. As you select a power su ...
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The Importance of Military Power Supplies
Published On: January 11, 2023
The United States military accomplishes various tasks worldwide to maintain the security of the nation and the territories it protects. Many kinds of gear are required to accomplish the military's goals, and what is inside some of that gear must meet ...
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Military off-the-shelf (MOTS)
Published On: November 7, 2022
Background
When the US government started looking for ways to save money and speed up development cycle time, they started looking at using commercially available products to satisfy their program needs. These types of products are known as COTS – ...
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The Effects of Extreme Temperatures on Your Power Supply
Published On: October 12, 2022
Like all electronics, power supplies can't function in every environment. Extreme heat and cold can impact your power supply's functionality. High temperatures might lead to thermal runaway, reduce the equipment's lifespan, and reduce component relia ...
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Environmentally Sealed vs. Hermetically Sealed Power Supplies
Published On: October 7, 2022
If a power supply needs protection from its environment, it's important to use either environmental or hermetic sealing. In applications in which protection from dust or water particles is necessary, environmental sealing is sufficient. However, in a ...
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Technology has accelerated at a rapid pace. And in today’s market, technology means electronics — even more so with the explosion of the Internet of Things smart technologies. As a result, the demand for electronic components has risen rapidly, a ...
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Isolated vs Non-Isolated Power Supplies
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Difference between Isolated & Non-Isolated Power Supplies
Why use isolated Power Supplies?
Why use non-isolated Power Supplies?
Applications for Isolated & Non-Isolated Power Supplies
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