Vicor releases highest density automotive power modules
Summary
The DCM3735 has a power density of 300kW/L making it an attractive choice for architectures bridging a 48V distribution to 12V subsystems in zonal ECU applications. The newly released Vicor modules can be arranged in over 300 configurations, offering extreme flexibility and scalability to support innovation for a variety of vehicle subsystems. 48V zonal architecture adoption is on every roadmap The new power modules can be easily configured to make this transition easier. When used as a part of the 48V zonal architecture, the DCM3735 can be mounted remotely to create a local 12V supply in a vehicle zone, for example on the right-hand side. This application method allows the PDN designer to effectively support 12V loads while achieving up to 90% of the cost and weight savings that come from transitioning to a 48V bus.