Vicor announces a lower cost option for its line of 2nd Generation DC-DC converter modules and VIPAC Arrays – E-Grade versions. E-grade modules and power systems are priced approximately 15% below C-grade versions. These products are available in four different input ranges (24, 48, 300 and 375V), seven different output voltages (2-48V), and three package sizes (quarter, half, and full brick). Different baseplate and pin options are also available. Efficiency ranges from 80-90% depending on output voltage, operating temperature range is -10 to 100ºC and storage temperature range is -20 to 125ºC.

Pricing for E-Grade modules is as low as $0.29/Watt in quantities of 1000, and they are available in standard leadtimes.