A buck converter (also known as a step-down converter) is a DC-to-DC power converter that lowers the voltage from its input (supply) to its output while consuming less average current (load). It is a type of switched-mode power supply (SMPS) that frequently includes at least two semiconductors and one energy storage component, such as a capacitor, inductor, or both. Such a converter's output and input typically have capacitor-based filters added to eliminate voltage ripple. Because the voltage across the inductor "bucks" or opposes the supply voltage, it is known as a buck converter.
Features
Type | DC-to-DC Power Converter |
Input voltage | 6-24V DC |
Output voltage | 5.1-5.2V |
Output Current | 3A Max |
Conversion Efficiency | Upto 97.5% |
Switch Frequency | 500KHz |
Operating Temperature | Industrial grade -40°C to +85°C |
Full load Temperature | 30°C |
Static current | 0.85 mA |