Pico High-Voltage DC-DC Converter Guide | 200V–10kV
Pico High-Voltage DC-DC Converter Selection Guide | 200V to 10kV
Pico Electronics offers high-voltage DC-DC converters for bias supplies, detectors, instrumentation, aerospace electronics and military systems. Available products include miniature surface-mount modules, regulated programmable supplies and high-power isolated converters.
Depending on the series, output voltages extend to 10,000V, while power levels range from approximately 1W to 300W. Choosing the correct series requires more than matching the output voltage. Engineers must also consider regulation, input range, polarity, isolation, ripple, load current, mounting and temperature requirements.
Pico High-Voltage Series Comparison
| Series | Output Range | Power | Output Type | Mounting | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVR | 100V–1kV | 1W | Regulated | Through hole | Low-power regulated bias |
| AV / SMV | 100V–1kV | 1.25W | Proportional | Through hole / SMD | Miniature isolated designs |
| AV High Voltage | 1.5kV–10kV | 1.25W | Proportional | Through hole | Compact very-high-voltage output |
| MV | 100V–500V | 1.25W | Proportional | Through hole | Extended-temperature applications |
| SA / SA-SM | 100V–1kV | 3W | Proportional | Through hole / SMD | Higher-power miniature designs |
| SAR / SAR-SM | 100V–1.5kV | 3W | Regulated, adjustable | Through hole / SMD | Programmable high-voltage bias |
| VV / SVV | 100V–500V | 4W | Proportional | Through hole / SMD | Low-profile 200V–500V supplies |
| HVP | 100V–6kV | 5W | Regulated, programmable | Through hole | Precision adjustable output |
| VV High Voltage | 100V–10kV | Up to 10W | Proportional | Through hole | Higher-power output up to 10kV |
| QP | 5V–500V | 50W | Regulated | Through hole | Compact 200V–500V power |
| LP | 3.3V–250V | 75W | Regulated | Through hole | Low-profile high-power design |
| HIP | 100V–500V | 100W | Regulated | Through hole | 200V–500V industrial power |
| P | 3.3V–350V | 100W | Regulated | Through hole | High-power board-level systems |
| DC1 / DC2A / DC2B | 5V–300V | Up to 300W | Regulated | Through hole | Maximum output power |
| DC3 / DC3-T | 3.3V–300V | Up to 50W | Regulated | Through hole / terminal strip | 300V–900V input systems |
Some series include models below 200V. This guide focuses on the 200V to 10kV versions within each family.
Typical Applications
Pico high-voltage DC-DC converters are suitable for:
Photomultiplier tube bias
Avalanche photodiode bias
Radiation and particle detectors
Electrostatic equipment
Medical and scientific instruments
Aerospace and defense electronics
Microwave tube and sensor bias
Industrial measurement equipment
High-voltage test systems
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To select and quote the correct converter, please provide:
Required output voltage and polarity
Required output current or power
Nominal input voltage and input range
Regulated, proportional or programmable output
Isolation requirement
Surface-mount, through-hole or terminal-strip package
Operating temperature
Screening or qualification requirements
Required quantity and delivery date
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