BCM6123T60E15A3T0R - 1755W Isolated BCM Bus Converter 36-60V to 13.5V | Vicor
N.º da peça: BCM6123T60E15A3T0R ✓ Ativo| Qtd. | Preço unitário | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $175 | $175,00 |
| 10 | $165.5 | $1.655,00 |
| 100 | $152 | $15.200,00 |
| 500 | $142.75 | $71.375,00 |
| 1.000 | $135 | $135.000,00 |
BCM6123T60E15A3T0R Visão geral
A bus converter module is a specialized isolated DC-DC converter used as a building block in distributed power systems: it accepts a higher distribution voltage and produces a lower intermediate bus voltage that downstream POL (point-of-load) regulators can further step down to the voltages required by logic, memory, processors, or analog circuitry. BCM devices sit in the hierarchy of DC-DC converters, alongside isolated brick converters, but are distinguished by their fixed transformation ratio, low profile, and exceptionally high power density. The BCM6123T60E15A3T0R operates at 97.4% peak efficiency and reaches up to 2867 W/in³ power density, enabling compact, high-current 48 V intermediate bus designs.
Key features include OV, OC, UV, short-circuit and thermal protection, parallel operation capability for multi-kW arrays, a SAC (Sinusoidal Amplitude Converter) topology that produces low-noise switched waveforms, and a digital interface variant option in the closely related BCM6123T60E15A3T01. The through-hole ChiP form factor allows robust board-mount assembly and effective thermal coupling to internal heat spreaders for high-current applications.
This device is particularly well-suited to data center, telecom, and industrial 48 V power architectures where high step-down ratios, high efficiency, and small footprint are required. When designing with BCM converters, designers typically pair them with Vicor's PRM (Pre-Regulator Module) or ZVS buck regulators downstream to establish a Factorized Power Architecture. Adequate cooling is essential: at 130 A output, thermal design must account for 2867 W/in³ power density losses, and Vicor provides heatsink and cold-plate accessories for the 6123 ChiP family.
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BCM6123T60E15A3T0R Classificações máximas e características elétricas
| Topologia | BCM (Bus Converter Module) - Isolated, fixed ratio K=1/4 |
| Manufacturer | Vicor |
| Series | BCM6123 ChiP Bus Converter |
| Faixa de tensão de entrada | 36 V to 60 V |
| Tensão de saída | 13.5 V (nominal, K=1/4) |
| Output Current (Continuous) | 130 A secondary |
| Peak Efficiency | 97.4 % |
| Power Density | 2867 W/in³ |
| Isolation Voltage | 2250 VDC |
| Encapsulamento | 6123 ChiP, Through-Hole (TH) |
| Protection Features | OV, OC, UV, short circuit, thermal |
| Parallel Operation | Yes - supported for multi-kW arrays |
| Control Interface | Analog (BCM6123T60E15A3T0R); Digital variant T01 |
| Compliance | RoHS compliant per Vicor product page |
Guia de Configuração de Pinos do BCM6123T60E15A3T0R 6123 chip, through-hole (th)
Configuração de pinos para BCM6123T60E15A3T0R (pacote 6123 chip, through-hole (th)). Este dispositivo de potência possui terminais de gate, drain e source. Para pacotes não polarizados, consulte o datasheet do fabricante para a orientação exata do pino 1 e detalhes do footprint. Aplicações comuns incluem projeto de fontes de alimentação, acionamento de motores e comutação de cargas.
Nenhum dado detalhado de pinagem disponível para BCM6123T60E15A3T0R.
Consulte a ficha técnica para a configuração completa dos pinos.
Aplicações típicas
BCM6123T60E15A3T0R é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: 48V Telecom Intermediate Bus, Data Center 48V to 12V Bus Conversion, Industrial 48V Battery-Backed Systems, High-Performance Computing GPU Power, Aerospace Avionics 28V/48V Conversion, Battery Energy Storage Systems.
48V Telecom Intermediate Bus
The BCM6123T60E15A3T0R's 36-60 V input and K=1/4 fixed-ratio transformation make it ideal for 48V telecom intermediate bus applications. Drawing from 97.4% peak efficiency and 2250 VDC isolation per the Vicor datasheet, it converts -48V plant voltage to a 12V/13.5V intermediate rail that downstream POL converters can further step down to logic-level voltages. Placed at the card-cage entry point feeding a PRM+VTM pair, it eliminates the bulky 24:1 intermediate stage in classic intermediate-bus architectures while delivering up to 130 A continuous with OV/OC/UV/short-circuit/thermal protection. The ChiP through-hole package simplifies heatsinking to the chassis, supporting deployment in ATCA and proprietary telecom backplane systems.
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Data Center 48V to 12V Bus Conversion
In modern data center power architectures that distribute 48V to server racks to reduce I²R losses, the BCM6123T60E15A3T0R provides the central bus conversion step from 48V distribution down to 12V at 130 A per Vicor's 97.4% peak efficiency figure. Fixed-ratio conversion eliminates the bulk output capacitors required by regulated converters, allowing compact, dense server motherboard designs with high power per cubic inch. The 2867 W/in³ power density supports >1755 W from a single 6123 ChiP module, minimizing board real estate while preserving compatibility with parallel multi-module arrays for higher-tier server CPUs.
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Industrial 48V Battery-Backed Systems
Industrial automation and battery-backed control cabinets often operate from a 48V (or higher) DC bus with substantial transient swing. The BCM6123T60E15A3T0R tolerates the 36-60 V input envelope per Vicor specifications, drawing upon 2250 VDC isolation to provide safe separation between field wiring and low-voltage control electronics. In a 130 A application paired with bulk electrolytic hold-up capacitance, it converts the 48V plant voltage to a 13.5V intermediate rail feeding PLCs, motor drivers, and instrumentation, with integrated protections ensuring graceful shutdown during battery discharge events.
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High-Performance Computing GPU Power
AI accelerator modules and HPC GPU cards requiring >1500 W from a single board benefit from the BCM6123T60E15A3T0R's 130 A output at 13.5 V per the Vicor datasheet. K=1/4 fixed-ratio conversion from a 48V rack bus delivers power with 97.4% efficiency, reducing thermal load versus conventional 12V alternative-current architectures common in older GPU sleds. The 2867 W/in³ power density allows the front-end bus conversion stage to fit adjacent to the GPU cluster, minimizing distribution losses from main bus to POL converters serving the GPU core voltage rails.
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Aerospace Avionics 28V/48V Conversion
Modern avionics platforms transitioning to higher-voltage distribution (e.g., 270V HVDC or 48V sub-buses) require rugged isolated bus conversion - the BCM6123T60E15A3T0R's 36-60V input accommodates 48V sub-bus operation per Vicor specifications. The 2250 VDC isolation exceeds typical avionics safety barriers, and the BCM6123 ChiP through-hole package withstands vibration environments better than surface-mount alternatives. A single module delivering 130 A at 13.5V can power avionics displays, mission computers, and communication subsystems when paralleled for higher availability.
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Battery Energy Storage Systems
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with 48V battery packs benefit from the BCM6123T60E15A3T0R's wide input range (36-60V) to accommodate state-of-charge variation per Vicor specifications. The fixed K=1/4 ratio delivers 13.5V output for inverter auxiliary supplies and battery management electronics, with 130 A capability supporting large-format battery cabinets. Integrated protections (OV/OC/UV/short-circuit/thermal) safeguard the converter and downstream electronics from battery fault conditions, while 97.4% efficiency minimizes conversion losses in long-duration energy storage applications.
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Comparação com alternativas
| Parâmetro | Este produto | BCM6123T60E15A3T01 | BCM6123T60E15A3T00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Vicor | Vicor | Vicor |
| Package | 6123 ChiP (Through-Hole) | 6123 ChiP (Through-Hole) - same | 6123 ChiP (Through-Hole) - same |
| Input Voltage Range | 36 V to 60 V | 36 V to 60 V | 36 V to 60 V |
| Output Voltage | 13.5 V nominal (K=1/4) | 13.5 V nominal (K=1/4) | 13.5 V nominal (K=1/4) |
| Output Current (Continuous) | 130 A | 130 A | 130 A |
| Peak Efficiency | 97.4 % | 97.4 % | 97.4 % |
| Isolation Voltage | 2250 VDC | 2250 VDC | 2250 VDC |
| Parallel Operation | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Principais diferenciais
- Analog interface reduces BOM and firmware overhead (vs BCM6123T60E15A3T01)
- Vicor 6123 ChiP package leadership (vs BCM6123T60E15A3T00)
- Highest power density in BCM6123 family (vs BCM6123T60E15A3T01)
Notas de projeto
The BCM6123 ChiP module reaches 2867 W/in³ power density per Vicor's datasheet, which means thermal design is critical at the rated 130 A continuous output. The through-hole package enables direct board-cooling strategies including bottom-side cold plates, heat-spreading copper pours, or dedicated ChiP heatsink accessories. Without adequate cooling, junction temperatures can rise sharply under sustained high-current operation, reducing MTBF. Follow Vicor's heatsink selection guidance for the 6123 ChiP family to maintain junction temperatures within safe limits.
Mount the BCM6123T60E15A3T0R on a high-layer-count PCB (8 or more layers recommended) with substantial inner copper planes for both power delivery and heat spreading. The through-hole pin termination benefits from reinforced plating barrels to handle the high secondary-side currents (130 A). Keep input/output loop areas minimal and place input capacitors immediately adjacent to the input pins to reduce high-frequency noise and ringing per Vicor BCM6123 layout guidelines.
Avoid using the BCM6123T60E15A3T0R as a regulated bus converter - it is a fixed K=1/4 ratio device whose output voltage tracks input voltage divided by 4. Per the Vicor datasheet, the output therefore varies from 9 V (at 36 V input) to 15 V (at 60 V input); use a PRM pre-regulator upstream if the downstream loads require a tightly regulated bus voltage. Also be aware that paralleling requires careful load-sharing arrangement - mixing analog and digital variants in the same array requires the digital variant's PMBus to coordinate sharing.
Informações de conformidade
RoHS compliance per Vicor product page. Industrial / telecom / data center use; not AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications. Halogen-free status not directly stated in verified sources - set to unknown.
