DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 - 1000W 40-60Vin 12.2Vout SM-ChiP DCM | Vicor
MPN: DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285.00 |
| 10 | $268.5 | $2,685.00 |
| 100 | $245 | $24,500.00 |
| 500 | $225 | $112,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $205 | $205,000.00 |
DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 Overview
The DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 delivers 96.5% peak efficiency using a proprietary ZVS buck-boost front end followed by Vicor's Sine Amplitude Converter post-regulation stage, giving the converter its characteristic soft-switching, low-EMI behavior at >1 MHz switching frequency. The SAC secondary eliminates the bulky output L-C filter required by conventional buck converters, which is what lets the module collapse 1 kW of conversion into a low-profile SM-ChiP surface-mount footprint roughly the size of a thumbnail.
Key specifications include: 40-60 VDC input range, 10.0-12.5 V trimmable output (factory-set to 12.2 V), 82 A continuous output current (1000 W), 90.2 A / 1100 W transient peak capability, 96.5% peak efficiency, >1 MHz switching frequency, and PMBus-compatible digital telemetry for monitoring voltage, current, temperature, and fault status. The SM-ChiP package is rated for -40C to +125C operation and supports board-mount reflow.
Typical applications include 48 V datacenter intermediate-bus conversion (e.g., stepping 48 V down to 12 V for downstream POL regulators or GPUs), industrial 48 V robotics and AGV traction rails, MIL-COTS tactical mobile power systems, and LED driver / high-power stage lighting. Parallel operation with active current sharing enables multi-kW systems from identical DCM modules.
The DCM3717 platform uses Vicor's proprietary high-density ChiP packaging, so thermal management is critical: the package requires a cold-plate or substantial PCB copper thermal via array to extract up to 36 W of full-load loss at 96.5% efficiency. Designers should follow Vicor SM-ChiP layout and cooling guidelines in the datasheet to achieve rated output.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, parametric variants from the same DCM3717 family, paralleling notes, and practical thermal design guidance not bundled into the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Input Voltage Range, Mounting Type, Package, Continuous Output Current, Continuous Output Power.
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DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Topology | ZVS Buck-Boost + Sine Amplitude Converter (SAC) |
| Module Type | Non-isolated, regulated DC-DC converter (PoL) |
| Input Voltage Range | 40 V to 60 VDC (semi-regulated) |
| Output Voltage Range | 10.0 V to 12.5 V (factory-trimmed to 12.2 V) |
| Continuous Output Power | 1000 W |
| Continuous Output Current | 82 A |
| Transient Peak Output | 1100 W / 90.2 A |
| Peak Efficiency | 96.5% |
| Switching Frequency | >1 MHz |
| Package | SM-ChiP 3717 (board-mount) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C |
| Digital Telemetry | PMBus-compatible |
| Parallel Operation | Supported (active current sharing) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (SM-ChiP) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 sm-chip 3717 (board-mount) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 (sm-chip 3717 (board-mount) package). This power device features gate, drain, and source terminals. For non-polarized packages, refer to the manufacturer datasheet for exact pin 1 orientation and footprint details. Common applications include power supply design, motor driving, and load switching.
No detailed pinout data available for DCM3717S60D13K0TN1.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 is suitable for 6 applications: 48 V Datacenter Intermediate-Bus Conversion, AI Compute Tray and GPU Power Delivery, Industrial 48 V Robotics and AGV Traction Rails, MIL-COTS Tactical Mobile Power Systems, LED Stage Lighting and High-Power Driver Rails, Network Switch and Router Power Subsystems.
48 V Datacenter Intermediate-Bus Conversion
The DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 steps 40-60 V semi-regulated bus voltage down to a regulated 12.2 V rail at 82 A continuous in hyperscale and AI-compute servers. Its 96.5% peak efficiency and >1 MHz ZVS switching minimize thermal load at 1000 W and let the module sit on a cold plate next to the load. The PMBus telemetry reports input/output voltage, current, and temperature for system-level power management. Compared with discrete 48-12 V buck stages, the SM-ChiP module collapses the magnetics into a footprint roughly the size of a thumbnail, freeing PCB real estate for compute silicon.
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AI Compute Tray and GPU Power Delivery
High-end AI accelerators often require 12 V intermediate rails above 800 W per board; the DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 delivers 1000 W continuous and 1100 W transient peak from a 48 V bus with parallel operation supported. The Sine Amplitude Converter secondary eliminates the bulky output L-C filter, keeping the module's footprint compatible with dense GPU tray layouts. Designers can parallel two DCM3717 modules for 2000 W peak with active current sharing, all on a 48 V backbone that reduces distribution losses versus 12 V direct distribution.
Recommended
Industrial 48 V Robotics and AGV Traction Rails
Factory automation robots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are migrating to 48 V bus architectures for lighter cabling; the DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 supplies 12 V at 82 A to motor drivers and onboard controllers from a 48 V battery or bus. The module's -40C to +125C operating range and SM-ChiP board-mount package suit sealed industrial enclosures when paired with a cold plate. Vicor's PMBus telemetry lets the AGV's battery management system monitor each module's input current and temperature in real time.
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MIL-COTS Tactical Mobile Power Systems
Tactical mobile platforms, unmanned vehicles, and military communications racks often rely on 48 V lithium battery banks that need a regulated 12 V rail for radios, sensors, and computing. The DCM3717S60D13K0TN1's 40-60 V input range tolerates battery droop and load-dump transients within that band, while its SM-ChiP package survives the shock and vibration profile of mobile platforms when properly cold-plated. High efficiency at partial load (typical 95%+ down to 30% load) preserves battery runtime during mission idle.
Recommended
LED Stage Lighting and High-Power Driver Rails
Professional stage lighting systems increasingly use 48 V distribution to power long LED strings, but the drivers themselves often want a tightly regulated 12 V. The DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 provides 12.2 V at 82 A continuous with high efficiency and low EMI - critical in lighting racks where conducted noise can couple into DMX / sACN control lines. Its >1 MHz switching pushes EMI harmonics above AM-band interference, simplifying the EMC compliance path.
Recommended
Network Switch and Router Power Subsystems
High-port-count network switches with PoE++ output stages need robust 12 V intermediate rails at 600-1000 W. The DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 converts 48 V (from a rectifier or battery plant) to 12 V at 82 A continuous with PMBus telemetry that integrates with the switch's baseboard management controller. Its active current-sharing capability allows two modules to be paralleled for redundant operation in carrier-grade or data-center switching applications.
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Engineering reference data for DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DCM3717S60E13G5TN1 | DCM3717S60D13K0TN1-T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Vicor | Vicor | Vicor |
| Package | SM-ChiP 3717 | SM-ChiP 3717 (same) | SM-ChiP 3717 (same) |
| Input Voltage Range | 40 V to 60 V | 40 V to 60 V (same) | 40 V to 60 V (same) |
| Output Voltage (factory trim) | 12.2 V | 12.2 V | 12.2 V |
| Continuous Output Power | 1000 W | 750 W (-25%) | 1000 W (same) |
| Continuous Output Current | 82 A | 61.5 A (-25%) | 82 A (same) |
| Switching Frequency | >1 MHz | >1 MHz (same) | >1 MHz (same) |
Key Differentiators
- Highest continuous power in the DCM3717 12 V family (vs DCM3717S60E13G5TN1)
- PMBus-compatible telemetry built in (vs Discrete 48-12 V buck converters)
- Sine Amplitude Converter eliminates output L-C filter (vs Conventional hard-switched buck modules)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 1000 W output and 96.5% peak efficiency, the DCM3717S60D13K0TN1 dissipates roughly 36 W of full-load loss into its SM-ChiP 3717 surface-mount package. Vicor's datasheet layout guide requires a cold plate, heat sink, or thermal via array beneath the package to keep the junction inside the -40C to +125C operating envelope at full load. For airflow-cooled designs, derate output power by approximately 15-20% unless a 1+ C/W cold plate is attached.
The SM-ChiP 3717 package is a board-mount surface-mount module; follow Vicor's SM-ChiP land pattern and via-array footprint exactly. Input, output, and ground copper pours must be sized to handle 82 A continuous without excessive voltage drop - typical designs use 2 oz copper outer layers with multiple parallel vias to inner power planes. Skip-trace the PMBus lines to avoid coupling switching noise into telemetry.
Do not assume generic Vicor DCM thermal resistance values apply to the SM-ChiP 3717 surface-mount package - they are substantially different from the through-hole ChiP variants. Always reference the datasheet's specific SM-ChiP thermal curves. Also, paralleling modules requires the active current-share pin to be wired, not just output-connected; failing to do so can lead to unequal current sharing and thermal runaway in one module.
Place input bulk capacitance as close to the module's input pins as physically possible; the 40-60 V bus typically needs 2x 4.7 uF X7R 100 V ceramics plus a 100 uF aluminum polymer for ripple absorption. On the output side, follow the SAC post-regulation filter recommendations in the datasheet - the SAC secondary handles high-frequency noise but a small 10 uF X7R near the output improves load-step response.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Vicor product page. AEC-Q100 is not applicable to this industrial/commercial module; not automotive qualified per the manufacturer datasheet.
