Diodes Incorporated AP1501A-12K5G-13
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.36 | $5.36 |
| 15+ | $5.19 | $77.85 |
| 25+ | $5.08 | $127.00 |
| 50+ | $4.79 | $239.50 |
| 100+ | $4.23 | $423.00 |
| N+ | $0.85 | Price Inquiry |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Diodes Incorporated |
| Product Series | |
| Packaging | Cut Tape (CT) | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Function | Step-Down |
| Output Configuration | Positive |
| Topology | Buck |
| Output Type | Fixed |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Voltage - Input (Min) | 4.5V |
| Voltage - Input (Max) | 40V |
| Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed) | 12V |
| Voltage - Output (Max) | - |
| Current - Output | 5A |
| Frequency - Switching | 150kHz |
| Synchronous Rectifier | No |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | TO-263-6, D2PAK (5 Leads + Tab), TO-263BA |
| Supplier Device Package | TO-263-5 |
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The AP1501A-12K5G-13 from Diodes Incorporated is a simple, robust Buck converter that provides a fixed 12V output from a 4.5V to 40V input. It is capable of delivering up to 5A of current at a fixed 150kHz switching frequency. Housed in a TO-263-6 (D2PAK) package, it offers excellent thermal performance. This converter is a cost-effective solution for automotive, industrial, and lighting applications requiring a reliable 12V rail.
- Fixed 12V Output: Simplifies design and reduces external component count.
- High Input Voltage: Handles up to 40V, making it suitable for automotive and industrial buses.
- High Current Capability: 5A output supports multiple loads or high-power LEDs.
- Robust Package: TO-263-6 (D2PAK) provides excellent heat dissipation for reliable operation.
12V LED Lighting Systems
This fixed 12V buck converter is ideal for powering LED strips and lighting modules directly from a 24V or 36V DC bus, providing a stable 12V supply.
Automotive Accessories
With a 40V input rating, it can handle automotive transients and step down 24V truck systems to 12V for radios, dashcams, and other accessories.
Industrial Control Panels
For industrial equipment with 24V control voltage, this converter provides a regulated 12V rail for relays, valves, and analog sensors.
Telecom Power Distribution
In telecom systems with 36V or 48V backplanes, the AP1501A can step down to 12V for local equipment, simplifying power distribution.
White Goods and Appliances
For appliances with 24V or 36V internal rails, this converter provides a clean 12V supply for control boards, displays, and motors.
- Q: What type of converter is the AP1501A-12K5G-13?
- A: It is a fixed 12V output Buck (step-down) DC-DC converter.
- Q: What is the input voltage range?
- A: The input voltage range is 4.5V to 40V.
- Q: What is the output voltage?
- A: The output voltage is fixed at 12V.
- Q: What is the maximum output current?
- A: It can deliver up to 5A of output current.
- Q: What is the switching frequency?
- A: The switching frequency is fixed at 150kHz.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It comes in a TO-263-6 (D2PAK) package with 5 leads and a tab.
- Q: What type of converter is the AP1501A-12K5G-13?
- A: It is a fixed 12V output Buck (step-down) DC-DC converter.
- Q: What is the input voltage range?
- A: The input voltage range is 4.5V to 40V.
- Q: What is the output voltage?
- A: The output voltage is fixed at 12V.
- Q: What is the maximum output current?
- A: It can deliver up to 5A of output current.
- Q: What is the switching frequency?
- A: The switching frequency is fixed at 150kHz.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It comes in a TO-263-6 (D2PAK) package with 5 leads and a tab.

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