
S Series Data Sheet
100 Watt AC-DC and DC-DC Converters
APR 26, 2006 revised to SEP 25, 2006
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Load
1
2
S+
Vo+
Vo–
S–
Vi+
Vi–
T
Vi+
Vi–
S+
Vo+
Vo–
S–
T
1
Max. 5 converters in parallel connection
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Converter
Fig. 29
Paralleling of single-output models using option T with the
sense lines connected at the load
1 Leads should have equal length and cross sections and should
run in the same cable loom.
2 Diodes for redundant operation.
Vo+
Vo–
Vo+
Vo–
Load
Vo+
Vo–
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Fig. 28
An example of poor wiring for connections in parallel
(unequal length of load lines)
Option T: Current Sharing
This option ensures that the output currents are
approximately shared between all paralleled converters,
hence increasing system reliability. To use this facility,
simply interconnect the T pins of all converters and make
or Vo1– for S2000) are also connected together. The load
lines should have equal length and cross section to ensure
equal voltage drops. Not more than 5 converters should be
connected in parallel. The R-pins should be left in an open-
circuit condition. If not, prior to paralleling the Vo1 outputs
should be individually adjusted within 1 to 2%. Parallel
connection
of
converters
with
option
P
is
not
recommended.
Option P: Potentiometer
The potentiometer allows for an output voltage adjustment
in the range of +10/–60% of Vo nom. It is accessible
through a hole in the front cover. This feature enables
compensation of voltage drops across the connector and
wiring. Option P is not recommended if models are
connected in parallel.
In double-output models both outputs are influenced by the
potentiometer setting. If option P is fitted, the R-pin 16 is
not connected.
Note: If the output voltage is increased above Vo nom via the
R-input control, option P setting, remote sensing, or option T,
the output current(s) should be reduced accordingly so that
Po nom is not exceeded.
Load
Max. 5 converters in parallel connection
+–
Power bus
Vo2–
Vo2+
Vo1–
Vo1+
T
Vo2–
Vo2+
Vo1–
Vo1+
T
Converter
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Fig. 30
Paralleling of double output models with the outputs
connected in series, and using option T in an application
with a power bus. Note that the signal at the T-pins is
referenced to Vo1-.