Power Electronics / Power Management


DC-DC converters for next-generation IoT

28 April 2026 Power Electronics / Power Management


As edge devices and industrial electronics continue to shrink, power stages are expected to deliver higher efficiency in tighter spaces. AIPUPOWER’s K78XXJT-500R3 family has been developed for exactly this, offering two low-profile, non-isolated DC-DC converters aimed at IoT nodes, industrial instrumentation, and battery-powered systems.

A key strength of the series is its claimed efficiency of up to 96%. Higher efficiency lowers heat generation, which is particularly beneficial in compact enclosures with limited airflow. By reducing the need for additional cooling measures, the converters help designers produce cooler, longer-lasting products.

The family also addresses the growing importance of low standby consumption. With no-load input current specified as low as 0,2 mA, the converters suit devices that operate for long periods in sleep or idle states, such as remote sensors, handheld instruments, and distributed control modules. Low quiescent drain directly supports longer battery life and reduced maintenance requirements.

Two package formats are available. The K78XXJT-500R3 offers an ultra-thin 12,5 x 13,5 mm footprint with a height of 3,50 mm, while the K78XXJT-500R3-LB provides a compact 12 x 12 mm option at 4,50 mm high. This allows engineers to prioritise either minimal height or a tighter outline.

The converters operate in a temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. For modern IoT and industrial platforms that require compact, efficient, always-on power conversion, the K78XXJT-500R3 family delivers a well-balanced solution.


Credit(s)



Share this article:
Share via emailShare via LinkedInPrint this page

Further reading:

Quectel’s single-board computers put industrial edge computing on one PCB
iCorp Technologies Computer/Embedded Technology
Quectel Pi series of single-board computers (SBCs), designed for a broad range of industrial applications, include three compact development platforms – the Quectel Pi M1, L1, and H1 boards.

Read more...
Setting a new benchmark for high-power DC load testing
Conical Technologies Test & Measurement Power Electronics / Power Management
The new ITECH IT8900G/L high-speed, high-power DC electronic load offers a powerful combination of speed, scalability, precision and high-power density.

Read more...
Simplifying system design
iCorp Technologies Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT
The FGMC63N tri-band MCU Wi-Fi 6E module from Quectel addresses offers integrated connectivity across 2,4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands in a compact, highly optimised design.

Read more...
Low-power memory born for edge AI
iCorp Technologies DSP, Micros & Memory
As intelligence moves from the cloud to the device, memory become one of the most important design decisions in modern electronics. Edge-AI products – from smart speakers and surveillance cameras to ADAS modules and wearables – need to move data fast, but they also need to sip power. Winbond’s low-density LPDDR4/LPDDR4X SDRAM range is built to strike that balance.

Read more...
Next-gen smart module powers intelligence at the edge
iCorp Technologies DSP, Micros & Memory
Quectel Wireless Solutions has expanded its smart module portfolio with the SH803FD, a new-generation, high-performance smart module.

Read more...
Compact MCU for IoT endpoints
iCorp Technologies DSP, Micros & Memory
Quectel’s FCM266D combines single-band 2,4 GHz Wi-Fi 6 with Bluetooth LE 5.4 in an ultra-compact LCC package measuring just 20 x 18 x 2,4 mm.

Read more...
Next-gen smart module powers intelligence at the edge
iCorp Technologies DSP, Micros & Memory
Quectel Wireless Solutions has expanded its smart module portfolio with the SH803FD, a new-generation, high-performance smart module.

Read more...
Quality batteries are critical for IIoT
Uniross Batteries Power Electronics / Power Management
Batteries intended for use in industrial operations must indeed offer complete reliability under extreme environmental conditions, resistance to vibration and harsh environments.

Read more...
12 kW hybrid inverter
Power Electronics / Power Management
Sungrow recently unveiled its next-generation residential energy storage solution, expanding its power range from 5 kW to 12 kW with the introduction of the new MG12RL hybrid inverter.

Read more...
40 W and 75 W railway DC/DC converter
Brabek Power Electronics / Power Management
RECOM has announced two new cost-efficient DC/DC converters for the rail market with an ultra-wide 11:1 input range to cover all nominal input voltages from 24 to 110 V DC.

Read more...









While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.




© Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd | All Rights Reserved