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OPERATION
To ensure that you start-up the converter properly, it is imperative to read this
operations manual and the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly prior to use!
• After the voltage converter has been properly installed, it is ready for use. Due to the
very low standby current consumption, an operating switch is not necessary. As soon
as it is turned on, the voltage converter immediately provides the necessary voltage to a
connected 13.8 V power supply.
• If the power supply is switched off, then the voltage converter is automatically switched to
standby mode.
Always switch off the power supply first before connecting it to the voltage
converter. Pay attention to the maximum power consumption. The nominal
current must not be exceeded.
The voltage converter operates autonomously and turns off the output automatically when
there is an overload, short circuit or a power surge. This switch-off protection is signalised by
the red error indicator light (2).
If this light is on, then turn off the connected power supply and disconnect it from the voltage
converter.
The voltage converter automatically detects the removal of the overload/short circuit and
resets itself back to the standard operating mode.
Do not hook up any light sources or motorised equipment as such
equipment/devices have a multiplied nominal current consumption.
This could cause the voltage converter to switch to its protective scheme
and deactivate the output.
DISPOSAL
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the
household waste.
At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant
statutory regulations.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
TECHNICAL DATA
BN 512309
Operating voltage ...........................................................18 - 38 V/DC
Output voltage ................................................................13,8 V/DC
Standby power consumption ..........................................<20 mA
Nominal output current ...................................................5 A
Max. output current (30 % operating load) .....................7 A
Ripple voltage (mVpp) / residual ripple (mVrms) ............<100 / <10
Load control (0-100 %) ...................................................<50 mV
Linearity ..........................................................................<50 mV
Efficiency ........................................................................>89 %
Contacts .........................................................................Flat contacts
Operating temperature ...................................................max. +50 °C
Fuse (internal) ................................................................8 A
Weight ............................................................................190 g
Dimensions (W x H x D) .................................................75 x 32 x 77 mm
BN 512310
Operating voltage ...........................................................18 - 38 V/DC
Output voltage ................................................................13,8 V/DC
Standby power consumption ..........................................<50 mA
Nominal output current ...................................................12 A
Max. output current (30 % operating load) .....................16 A
Ripple voltage (mVpp) / residual ripple (mVrms) ............<100 / <10
Load control (0-100 %) ...................................................<50 mV
Linearity ..........................................................................<50 mV
Efficiency ........................................................................>90 %
Contacts .........................................................................Flat contacts
Operating temperature ...................................................max. +50 °C
Fuse (internal) ................................................................20 A
Weight ............................................................................380 g
Dimensions (W x H x D) .................................................75 x 32 x 142 mm
