Powering the Future of Automotive and E-Mobility: Calex Unveils High-Efficiency, Step-Down DC-DC Converters for Electric Vehicles
Westborough, MA – February 2025 – Calex, a leading innovator in power electronics, is excited to announce the launch of its new 3-kW HVC step-down DC-DC converter, specifically designed for the growing e-mobility sector. With an eye toward simplifying power management for Electric Vehicles (EVs) Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), and more, the 3-kW HVC delivers cutting-edge efficiency, reliability, and flexible integration options, making it ideal for engineers working on next-generation electric vehicles—no advanced power electronics expertise required.
Why the HVC Series?
The HVC Series makes high-voltage power conversion accessible and hassle-free, even for engineers who may not specialize in power electronics. With up to 94% peak efficiency, these converters ensure optimal power transfer between a vehicle’s high-voltage battery and lower-voltage auxiliary systems, improving overall vehicle performance and energy use.
What sets the HVC Series apart is its ready to use design with a user-friendly digital interface (J1939 CAN Bus), which allows easy customization and seamless integration into existing vehicle systems. This means that engineers can focus more on their overall design goals—whether that’s extending battery life, increasing range, or enhancing the performance of auxiliary systems—while the HVC converter manages the power behind the scenes.
Key Features That Set the HVC Series Apart:
- Versatile Power Management: When you’re working with 400V battery systems, the HVC Series offers a wide input range of 230-420Vdc and provides a regulated 12Vdc output for auxiliary systems.
- Easy System Monitoring: With a built-in CAN Bus interface, engineers can track real-time system data, customize converter settings, and control key functions—all without needing in-depth power conversion knowledge.
- High Efficiency & Reliability: Delivering up to 94% efficiency, the HVC Series helps maximize vehicle range and power efficiency, reducing energy waste and heat generation.
- Cooling Options: The HVC series can be ordered with liquid-cooling or air-cooling options. The ruggedized design ensures stable performance in demanding e-mobility environments.
Who Will Benefit from the HVC Series?
Whether you’re working on EVs, HEVs, or any vehicle that requires converting high-voltage power into usable energy for auxiliary systems (APS), the HVC Series provides a reliable, high-performance solution that can be integrated into any e-mobility project. The series is particularly well-suited for engineers focused on battery management, vehicle power distribution, and system optimization — even if power electronics isn’t their core expertise.
Explore the Future of E-Mobility Today
With two models to choose from, the HVC Series can easily scale to your project’s unique requirements, including parallel operation for even greater power capacity. From simplifying integration to improving vehicle efficiency, Calex’s HVC Series offers an innovative solution for powering the e-mobility of tomorrow.
For more details, including technical specifications and sample requests, visit https://calex.com/chassis-mount-converters/3000w-hvc-dc-dc-converter/
A subsidiary of Murata Power Solutions, Inc., Calex has been serving the electronics industry as a key player for more than 50 years with our wide variety of ruggedized DC-DC Converters that range from 1 Watt to 4000 Watts. Calex is dedicated to powering a green planet with highly efficient, reliable, leading-edge technologies in the e-Mobility, transportation, and industrial markets. Our high-density power converters are ideal for advancing the transition to sustainable energy solutions in e-Mobility, electric and hybrid vehicles, agriculture, construction, mining, marine, and power storage/generation applications. Calex’s electricity-saving power supplies enable electric and hybrid vehicles to run efficiently, reduce emissions, and promote cleaner transportation solutions.
For Immediate Release
Contact: sales@calex.com
Phone: (508) 212-5306
