Pico Macom MPC12R Specifications

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State-of-the-Art full module N+1 redun-
dancy ensures dual supply operation
enabling hot insertion or removal of either
power supply module without system dis-
ruption and guaranteeing zero down time
Current sharing, redundant design, and
cooling fan provides much less current load
per supply ensuring cooler operation there-
by substantially improving their long-term
reliability
High efficiency supplies (over 75%) minimize
power consumption and heat dissipation
High isolation O Ring blocking diodes pro-
vide unit-to-unit short circuit protection and
isolation from hot-swap interaction by pre-
venting power bus disturbance
Internal fusing circuitry provides current
overload protection and precise voltage
regulation thereby preventing component
damage
Universal and fully compatible with Pico
Macom SAW filtered plug-in modulators,
demodulators, and power supply modules,
and those of most other manufacturers
Precision engineered chassis enables
smooth insertion or removal of modules
along slide guides
Dedicated home-run individual power con-
nections facilitate removal of modules with-
out disabling the system
Front panel display provides quick and easy
system monitoring and troubleshooting
reference
www.picomacom.com
MPC12R
Universal Chassis and Hot-Swappable Redundant Supply
MPC12R
Universal Chassis Hot-Swapable Redundant Power Supply
Pico Macom's MPC12R is a 2RU (3
fan-cooled HOT-SWAPPABLE REDUNDANT power supply modules. The power supply system (4-mod-
ule wide) consists of a pair of ultra compact 78-Watt multiple output modules specifically designed for
mini-mod applications that require ultra-reliable DC input supply. The supplies combine advanced forward
converter topology and extensive surface mount technology to achieve excellent power density.
Sophisticated packaging and filtering techniques minimize overall system filtering. Current sharing and
redundant supply design, equally shares loads between the supplies and minimize the potential for power
bus glitches after a power supply has failed, thereby improving the longevity of the power supply.
Capable of housing up to 12 mini modules, the MPC12R chassis is precision engineered to provide
smooth insertion and removal of modules within the provided slide guides. The unit employs a universal
wire-harness configuration that can accommodate mini modules from Pico Macom, including agile mod-
ulators and demodulators, and those from many other manufacturers in a mix and match fashion.
Installation is easy. Just slide the modulator or demodulator into the racking system and plug in the sup-
plied power supply cable and connector. Precise and automated manufacturing and value engineering
ensure unmatched quality, timely delivery and very competitive cost. Custom assembled and fully tested
multi-channel systems are also available from Pico Macom with the combination of fixed channel and/or
agile mini-modulators and demodulators to meet your requirements. Pico Macom backs up this product
with its industry leading 5-year limited warranty.
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1 / ˝ high) State-of-the-Art 19˝ rack-mountable chassis equipped with
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A-43
Rev. 12/02