Power supplies are designed to convert a power source into the type of electricity you need. Some of the most well-known devices convert from AC to DC power, but you also have the option of DC to DC power supplies. Knowing the differences between ...
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Power supplies appear everywhere, and knowing how they work will help you select the best options for your applications. Whether you need high-voltage power on board a ship or need t ...
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Understanding the difference between a regulated and unregulated power supply will give you the information you need to choose which best serves your purposes. To start, you need to fully understand why you need a power supply and what you requir ...
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The United States military is far and away the most powerful military force in the world. Of course, a world-class military requires an extensive amount of manpower and funding to function at peak performance. When it comes to enlisted military p ...
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The U.S. Armed Forces, comprised of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy, is recognized as the most powerful fighting force in the world. Under the authority of the Department of Defense (DoD), our armed forces faithfully carry ou ...
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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 ...
Engineers have always needed to plan ahead to be able to meet their electronic component needs in a timely manner, but as the industry faces fast-growing demand, doing so is more critical t ...
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Extreme-condition power supplies are often associated with demanding uses and environments related to military applications. Because of this, a ruggedized power supply must meet some of the strictest safety and performance standards found within the ...
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Compared to commercial off-the-shelf or COTS units, custom power supplies have a great deal to offer. As the name implies, an application-specific, custom-engineered power supply will deliver exact ...
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Commercial 'Off-the-Shelf' Power Supplies
Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products offer alternatives to enterprises that need to purchase equipment, but wish to avoid having items engineered to specifications. For the U.S. military, th ...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 type of products are known as ...What is a Linear Power Supply?
Linear power supplies are designed for low noise and are often considered quiet since there is no high-frequency switching. They are used anywhere that excellent regulation and/or low ripple is required as wel ...
ACT is proud to offer MIL-STD-704 products. MIL-STD-704 power supplies are aircraft power supplies that meet the requirements called out in MIL-STD-704. Not all power supplies meet this, which is often required for US military aircraft, and it is a ...
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AS9100D Certification
ACT is proud to announce that we have earned our AS9100 certification Revision D. If you are looking for a trustworthy source of power supply solutions for extreme conditions, either for the military or for civilian ...Military Systems Power Supplies
Military systems require power supplies that consistently provide performance in the most demanding applications. This is one of the reasons that the military has standards to cover input parameters that power ...Power Supplies for Military Environments
For more than 30 years, Advanced Conversion Technology (ACT) has been a partner with the American military and its network of defense contractors. We are a leading manufacturer of the military-grade po ...High-Voltage Power Supply Design Considerations
From providing large amounts of power efficiently to consistent heating, a high-voltage power supply needs to maintain its fitness for use in the most challenging environments. Everything from X ...What is MIL-STD-461?
MIL-STD-461 is a military standard that establishes electromagnetic interference (EMI) limits and test procedures for military equipment. EMI consists of any undesired signals, “noise”, generated by electronic equipme ...Power Distribution Systems
ACT has utilized a “COTS” design approach that has been embraced by the Navy to provide cost effective solutions for several high visibility programs in need of power distribution systems. I ...
Veteran Owned Businesses
Supporting veteran-owned businesses is a great way to give back to the people who have given so much to this country. Veterans can face challenges when transitioning to civilian life. A veteran who has spent years in ...What Are Military-Grade Electronics?
More and more businesses and individuals are pursuing military-grade phones, laptops, and other tech, even if they are not in the military. What is the theory behind this newest consumer trend, and what ...What is the difference between Isolated ...
Advanced Conversion Technology's Products See Service All Over the World
Many organizations make great use of Advanced Conversion Technology (ACT) power supply products throughout the United States. Both military and private sector industries ...By Land, Air and Sea - Power Conversion Technology in ACTion
Reliable power is a must for any vehicle. In the trucks, planes, ships and equipment protecting U.S. troops abroad, it's doubly important. Keeping American interests safe around the ...
Power supplies designed to meet the MIL-STD-1275E standard requirements are typically used in military ground vehicle power applications. They can also be useful to civilian manufacturers of off-road vehicles and heavy equipment who require high reli ...
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Requirements to Consider When Selecting a Power Supply Partner
When choosing a military-grade power supply partner, you want to take great care to make sure your partner is compliant with all military power supply regulations. These are milit ...What Are Commercial Off-the-Shelf Power Supplies?
Commercial Off-the-Shelf Power Supplies are extremely durable power supply solutions used by all branches of the military and government since the mid 1990s. These power supplies are manufactu ...ACT – Empowering US Operations around the Globe
America's role as the world's largest military and leading superpower brings U.S. troops to remote locations in all corners of the globe. Aside from active combat situations, U.S. military per ...Keeping Your Power Supply Cool
The requirements for power density are increasing, resulting in smaller form factor devices, which produce more heat. A good thermal design is essential to ensuring the reliability and life of a product used in ...The Pros and Cons of Custom Power Supplies
Manufacturers, custom equipment makers and companies adjusting equipment for optimal use often face the dilemma of choosing an off the shelf catalog power supply that does not meet all of their needs ...Why Choose ACT for Military Power Supplies
Choosing a power supply company to meet your needs is not an easy task. Trying to determine if the company will be able to meet your stringent electrical and environmental specifications based on a w ...The Benefits of Military Power Supplies
Power supplies used by the military may be similar to those used in other industries, but the demands of military operations require increased ruggedness, durability, and re ...
Why are active PFC power supplies desirable for military applications?
In today’s military environment many platforms (ships, planes, tanks etc.) are adding more and more electronics in order to increase the capabilities and functionality o ...Military PFC Power: 9 kW Ruggedized Bulk Power Supply
This system provides users with the ability to use COTS devices and have the overall system meet conducted mil spec EMI requirements without having to test each individual device to these ...