Wurth has added 36V input versions to its range of dc-dc converters that are pin-compatible with established 78xx linear regulators – although, at 8mm thick, they are fatter than their linear cousins. The parts are 173010335: 3.3V out, 6-36Vin, 87% max efficiency at 12Vin 173010535: 5V out, 8-36Vin, 92% max efficiency at 12Vin “The components ...

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