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DC-DC Converter
Converts high voltage battery power to 12V for auxiliary systems in electric vehicles
Converter Overview
Key Specifications
- Input Voltage: 400-800V DC (high voltage battery)
- Output Voltage: 12V or 24V DC
- Power Rating: 1.5kW to 3kW typical
- Efficiency: 90-95% conversion efficiency
- Price: $800 - $2,500 NZD
Standard Features
- • Isolated converter design for safety
- • Overcurrent and overvoltage protection
- • Temperature monitoring and control
- • CAN bus communication interface
- • Compact, automotive-grade housing
Benefits
- • Powers all 12V systems (lights, radio, ECUs)
- • Maintains auxiliary battery charge
- • High efficiency reduces energy waste
- • Isolated design ensures safety
- • Enables vehicle operation without main battery
- • Compact design saves space and weight
- • Advanced protection features
Considerations
- • High replacement costs
- • Requires specialized diagnostic equipment
- • Professional installation recommended
- • Heat generation requires adequate cooling
- • Failure affects all auxiliary systems
- • Limited availability of replacement parts
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