2.
Push inwards fully until they click, indicating the cartridges are locked in
place. Pull outwards on the cartridge to ensure it is locked.
3.
To remove, pinch the cartridge latch to unlock it from isolation plates
and slide it outwards to disengage.
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5V/12V DC-DC Converters
Description & Specifications
The Freefly DC-DC converters draw power from the 50V battery bus and provide up to
120W of 5V or 12V DC. The converters utilize off the shelf converters mounted on a custom
heatsink with and a custom capacitor board to provide better transient response.
Spec
12V
5V
Operating input voltage range
18-75VDC
18-75VDC
Output voltage
12VDC
5VDC
Max output current (Note 1)
10A
24A
Max output power (Note 1)
120W
120W
Recommended max output power 100W
100W
Operating Temperature
-40C to 85C
-40C to 85C
Input power connector
XT30 (Male Pins)
XT30 (Male Pins)
Output power connector
XT60 (Female Sockets) XT60 (Female Sockets)
Note 1: Above ambient temperatures of 50C, some current/power derating will be necessary.
Installation
The converter mounts onto any unused closeout. Installation steps:
