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Leyu provides industrial DC-DC converters designed to convert a varying DC input source into a stable regulated DC output for industrial equipment, battery-powered systems, communication devices, vehicle-mounted equipment and other DC power applications.

The SD Series includes 50W, 100W and higher-power 350W-class DC-DC converters, with wide input ranges designed for nominal 12V, 24V, 48V and higher-voltage DC systems.

Depending on the model, available output options include 5V, 12V, 24V and 48V DC, while isolated input-to-output designs help separate the source and load sides electrically.

Choose the correct DC-DC converter according to your actual input voltage range, required output voltage, load current, power level, isolation requirements and operating environment.

Quick DC-DC Converter Selection Guide

Series

Power Level

Typical Input Range Options

Output Options

Cooling

SD-50

50W class

9.2–18V, 19–36V, 36–72V DC

5V / 12V / 24V

Natural convection

SD-100

100W class

9.2–18V, 19–36V, 36–72V, 72–144V DC

5V / 12V / 24V / 48V

Natural convection

SD-350

Up to 350W class

19–36V, 36–72V, 72–144V DC

5V / 12V / 24V / 48V

Built-in fan

Use this table as an initial selection guide. Final model selection should always be based on the full electrical and environmental specifications.

Choose a DC-DC Converter by Power Level

SD-50 Series – Compact 50W DC-DC Converter

The SD-50 Series is designed for lower-power DC conversion applications where compact size and natural convection cooling are preferred.

Different input versions are available for nominal 12V, 24V and 48V DC systems, with selected output options including 5V, 12V and 24V.

Suitable for:

  • Battery-powered equipment

  • Solar-powered control systems

  • Vehicle auxiliary equipment

  • Communication devices

  • Compact industrial systems

SD-100 Series – 100W Industrial DC-DC Converter

The SD-100 Series provides a wider range of input and output configurations for industrial systems requiring approximately 100W of regulated DC power.

Input options cover nominal 12V, 24V, 48V and higher-voltage DC sources, while output configurations include 5V, 12V, 24V and 48V DC depending on the model.

Suitable for:

  • Industrial automation

  • Telecom equipment

  • Battery systems

  • Monitoring equipment

  • Communication systems

  • Transportation electronics

SD-350 Series – High-Power Isolated DC-DC Converter

The SD-350 Series is designed for higher-power DC loads requiring wide input capability, electrical isolation and active thermal management.

Selected models cover input ranges from 19–36VDC up to 72–144VDC and provide regulated 5V, 12V, 24V or 48V outputs depending on configuration.

Built-in fan cooling supports applications with higher continuous power demand.

Suitable for:

  • High-power industrial equipment

  • Telecom systems

  • Vehicle-mounted electronics

  • Railway and transportation systems

  • Remote DC-powered equipment

Choose a DC-DC Converter by Input Voltage

The actual DC input range is one of the most important specifications when selecting a converter.

For Nominal 12V DC Systems

A converter with an input range such as:

9.2–18VDC

can accommodate voltage variation around a nominal 12V DC source.

This may be suitable for:

  • 12V battery systems

  • Vehicle electronics

  • Portable DC equipment

For Nominal 24V DC Systems

A 19–36VDC input range is suitable for many nominal 24V DC systems.

Possible applications include:

  • Battery-powered industrial equipment

  • Solar battery systems

  • Vehicle-mounted equipment

  • Control systems

This range allows the converter to continue operating even when the DC source does not remain at exactly 24V.

For Nominal 48V DC Systems

A 36–72VDC input range can support systems built around a nominal 48V DC bus.

Typical applications include:

  • Telecom equipment

  • Communication systems

  • Industrial DC distribution

  • Battery-powered control systems

For Higher-Voltage DC Systems

Selected SD-100 and SD-350 configurations support input ranges such as:

72–144VDC

for industrial and transportation systems using higher DC bus voltages.

Always confirm both the minimum and maximum possible source voltage before selecting a converter.

What Does a 2:1 Wide Input Range Mean?

A 2:1 wide input DC-DC converter can operate across a relatively broad DC input voltage range instead of requiring one fixed input voltage.

For example:

19–36VDC Input

is designed around a nominal 24V system but can continue operating as the actual source voltage changes within the specified range.

This is particularly useful because DC sources are rarely perfectly constant.

Voltage may change because of:

  • Battery charging and discharging

  • Vehicle alternator operation

  • Solar battery conditions

  • Industrial DC bus variation

  • Telecom battery operation

When selecting a converter, use the actual minimum and maximum input voltage, not only the nominal system voltage.

Why Use an Isolated DC-DC Converter?

An isolated DC-DC converter provides electrical separation between the input source and the regulated output.

Selected Leyu SD Series models provide input-to-output isolation for industrial applications where electrical separation can improve system design.

Isolation may help with:

Ground Loop Reduction

Different parts of an electrical system may use different ground references.

Electrical isolation can help prevent unwanted current paths between the source and load sides.

Noise Separation

Switching equipment, batteries, motors and other electrical loads can introduce noise into a DC system.

An isolated converter can help separate the input and output power domains.

System Protection

Electrical isolation adds separation between upstream and downstream circuits, which may be important in industrial, communication and transportation equipment.

Different Ground References

Some systems require the DC load to operate independently from the source-side ground.

In these applications, an isolated converter may be more appropriate than a non-isolated voltage regulator.

Always confirm the isolation rating required by your system before final product selection.

Choose by DC Output Voltage

5V DC Output

Suitable for selected:

  • Digital electronics

  • Control boards

  • Communication modules

  • Low-voltage circuits

12V DC Output

Commonly used for:

  • Vehicle accessories

  • Monitoring systems

  • Electronic devices

  • Auxiliary DC equipment

24V DC Output

Suitable for many industrial applications, including:

  • Controllers

  • Automation equipment

  • Communication systems

  • DC-powered industrial devices

48V DC Output

Selected SD-100 and SD-350 models provide 48V output for higher-voltage DC equipment and communication systems.

The output voltage must always match the electrical requirements of the connected load.

DC-DC Converter vs AC-DC Power Supply

A DC-DC converter and an AC-DC power supply serve different input power systems.

Feature

DC-DC Converter

AC-DC Power Supply

Input

DC voltage

AC mains

Output

Regulated DC

Regulated DC

Typical Source

Battery, vehicle, telecom DC bus

Utility AC power

Wide DC Input

Common

Not applicable

Isolation

Available depending on design

Available depending on design

Typical Applications

Vehicles, batteries, telecom, transportation

Machinery, automation, general electrical equipment

Choose a DC-DC converter when your power source is already DC.

If the equipment will be powered directly from AC mains, explore our Single Output Power Supply range.

How to Choose a DC-DC Converter

1. Identify the DC Power Source

Start by determining where the input power comes from.

Typical sources include:

  • 12V battery

  • 24V battery

  • 48V telecom bus

  • Vehicle electrical system

  • Solar battery system

  • Industrial DC bus

2. Determine the Actual Input Voltage Range

Do not select a converter using nominal voltage alone.

For example, a nominal 24V source may vary significantly during charging, discharging or load changes.

Identify:

Minimum Input Voltage: ___ VDC
Maximum Input Voltage: ___ VDC

Then select a converter that can operate throughout this range.

3. Confirm the Required DC Output Voltage

Determine whether the connected equipment requires:

  • 5V

  • 12V

  • 24V

  • 48V

or another DC output.

The converter output must match the load specification.

4. Calculate the Required Output Current and Power

Determine the maximum load current.

A basic calculation is:

Output Power (W) = Output Voltage (V) × Output Current (A)

For example:

24V × 4A = 96W

A 100W-class converter may therefore be considered, subject to operating temperature, peak load and derating requirements.

5. Confirm Whether Isolation Is Required

Determine whether the application requires electrical separation between the input and output.

Isolation is particularly important to evaluate in:

  • Telecom systems

  • Industrial control systems

  • Vehicle equipment

  • Transportation systems

  • Equipment with different ground references

6. Check Thermal Management

Cooling requirements increase as converter power increases.

Lower-power models may rely on natural convection, while higher-power units may use fan-assisted cooling.

Always check:

  • Ambient temperature

  • Airflow

  • Installation clearance

  • Derating requirements

  • Nearby heat sources

7. Check Electrical Protection Functions

Depending on the model, DC-DC converters may include functions such as:

  • Short-circuit protection

  • Overload protection

  • Over-voltage protection

  • Over-temperature protection

Protection features vary by product and should be confirmed on the individual datasheet.

8. Check Ripple and EMI Requirements

Sensitive communication, control and measurement equipment may require closer attention to:

  • Output ripple

  • Electrical noise

  • EMI performance

  • Grounding

  • Cable routing

Confirm these requirements during system design.

Applications of Industrial DC-DC Converters

Battery-Powered Systems

Battery voltage changes during charging and discharging.

A wide-input DC-DC converter can provide a more stable regulated voltage to downstream equipment.

Vehicle-Mounted Equipment

Vehicles and mobile equipment may operate from 12V, 24V or other DC electrical systems.

DC-DC converters can supply the regulated voltage required by communication, control or monitoring equipment.

Telecom & Communication Systems

Telecom equipment often operates from DC distribution systems such as nominal 48V buses.

An isolated converter can provide the voltage required by downstream communication devices while separating different power domains.

Industrial Automation

Industrial systems may contain internal DC buses that need to be converted into different regulated voltages for controllers, sensors and auxiliary equipment.

Railway & Transportation Systems

Transportation equipment can use higher-voltage DC power architectures and may require isolated conversion for onboard electronic systems.

Solar & Energy Storage Systems

Battery-based solar systems can experience significant DC voltage variation.

Wide-input DC-DC converters can support suitable loads where a regulated downstream voltage is required.

Important Installation Considerations

For reliable operation, consider more than electrical voltage alone.

Input Wiring

Use cable size appropriate for the converter input current and cable length.

Low-voltage, high-current systems can experience significant voltage drop if wiring is undersized.

Output Wiring

Keep output wiring suitable for the connected current and equipment installation.

Ventilation

Do not block cooling airflow, especially on higher-power fan-cooled models.

Grounding

Follow the grounding and isolation instructions for the selected converter.

Protection Devices

Depending on the application, suitable input fusing or external circuit protection may be required.

Refer to the technical documentation for the selected model before final installation.

OEM DC-DC Converter Solutions

For applications where a standard SD Series configuration does not fully match your requirements, Leyu can evaluate OEM or ODM specifications.

Please provide:

  • Nominal input voltage

  • Minimum input voltage

  • Maximum input voltage

  • Required output voltage

  • Output current

  • Required power

  • Isolation requirement

  • Application

  • Operating temperature

  • Product dimensions

  • Installation requirements

  • Estimated quantity

Providing the complete input voltage range is especially important for battery, vehicle and telecom applications.

Power Supply
Browse the complete Leyu power supply range.

Single Output Power Supply
For equipment powered from AC mains requiring one regulated DC output.

Multiple Output Power Supply
For AC-powered systems requiring two or more DC output rails.

DIN Rail Power Supply
For industrial control cabinets and DIN rail installations.

UPS Power Supplies & Battery Chargers
For DC loads requiring battery charging and backup capability.

Waterproof Switching Power Supply
For outdoor or moisture-exposed AC-DC power applications.

FAQ

What is a DC-DC converter?

A DC-DC converter takes an existing DC input voltage and converts it into a regulated DC output voltage required by the connected equipment. It is commonly used with batteries, vehicles, telecom DC buses and industrial DC systems.

What does a 2:1 input range mean?

A 2:1 input range allows a DC-DC converter to operate across a relatively wide input voltage window. For example, a 19–36VDC model can support voltage variation around a nominal 24V DC system.

Why should I use an isolated DC-DC converter?

An isolated DC-DC converter electrically separates the input and output sides. This can help with ground separation, noise control and system protection in suitable industrial, telecom and transportation applications.

How do I choose between 12V, 24V and 48V input models?

Choose according to the actual voltage range of your DC source. Do not rely only on nominal voltage. Measure or calculate the minimum and maximum voltage that the battery, vehicle or DC bus can produce during operation.

What is the difference between a DC-DC converter and an AC-DC power supply?

A DC-DC converter uses a DC input source such as a battery or DC bus. An AC-DC power supply takes utility AC input and converts it into regulated DC power.

Need Help Selecting a DC-DC Converter?

For faster model selection, send us the actual electrical requirements of your DC system.

Our team can help evaluate a suitable SD-50, SD-100 or SD-350 Series DC-DC converter according to your input range, output and power requirements.

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