Need a compact DC-DC converter to squeeze onto a crowded PCB? This 20W option from Traco Power is ideal as it measures just 28 (L) x 24 (W) x 8.5mm (D). It steps down a voltage between 9 and 36VDC to a safe and stable 5V DC that's handy for battery-powered equipment. The product's voltage adjustment lets you tweak the output by ±10% to suit your application. Tight line regulation of 0.2% and load regulation of 0.5% give you control over values. A clever open frame design reduces the bulk of this device by 50%. Fit it effortlessly on a busy PCB using secure through-hole mounting.

• 88% efficiency, so it produces very little heat as waste and doesn't need a heatsink or fan to keep cool
• 1.5kV DC isolation means you and your equipment are shielded from voltage surges
• Hermetically sealed, so you're safe to subject it to washdowns
• Continuous short-circuit protection keeps you safe from common current faults

• Telecommunications
• Industrial control
• Aerospace engineering

It resists vibration, thermal shock and mechanical shock (per MIL-STD-810F). This makes it a great shout for harsh industrial settings and helps it tolerate a broad temperature range from -40°C to +85°C.