PERFECT SWITCH SOLID STATE
PROGRAMMABLE OR'ING DIODES GEN 3.0

Programmable OR'ing Diode (Gen 3.0) Information

The POWER-GATE Programmable OR'ing functionality is achieved using two, bi-directional solid state relays (RB devices). For Absolute Maximum Ratings, Recommended Operating Conditions and Electrical Specifications, please view the specification sheet for the POWER-GATE Bi-Directional Relays. The information herein relates to OR'ing performance when deployed as an RB assembly programmed to behave as a smart OR'ing device.

SAMPLE APPLICATIONS

POWER-GATE programmable OR'ing configuration is designed to selectively connect one of two sources to a common load. As opposed to the non-programmable OR'ing diodes, which connect the higher of two sources to the common load, regardless of the source's absolute voltages, the programmable OR'ing configuration allows the user to choose any switching voltage threshold and delay. For example, a common configuration (shown below) is to OR a primary power supply and a backup battery. When the primary source voltage falls and stays below the user-defined under-voltage trip threshold for the user-defined delay, its corresponding relay will automatically disconnect the primary source from the load and command the load to be connected to the backup battery. When the primary source voltage then rises and stays above the userdefined under-voltage reset threshold for the user-defined delay, the load will automatically be disconnected from the backup battery and reconnected to the primary source.

The relays are configured standard as break-before-make, resulting in a short dead-time (refer to switching specifications) where the load is connected to neither source. This prevents cross-conduction between the sources, which is especially important if one source becomes shorted to ground.

Sample Installation Diagram:

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Electronic assembly inserted into ABS encapsulation shell then backfilled with black, flame retardent, filled epoxy specifically developed for the potting of electronic modules.

Four integrated mounting holes pre-drilled to .250"

Mounting posts, 5/16-18 x .50" with provided brass washers and nylon insert 5/16-18 nuts. Mounting torque not to exceed 75 inch-pounds or 8.5 newton-meters.

Pricing: Please refer to the Pricing Chart below.
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ISOLATOR DEVICES/ RECTIFIERS

POWER-GATE Battery Isolators are industry leading, high performance, one-way electrical valves. They are commonly deployed in multi-battery applications where independent discharge or battery separation is required. Never confuse conventional battery isolators with POWER-GATE battery isolators. POWER-GATE devices enjoy ultra-low on-resistance and require no heat sinking and no airflow at currents up to 600 Amps.

Recommended by EnerSys (manufacturer of Odyssey, Hawker, Loadhog, Powersafe, General, NP, Ironclad, Genesis, Heritage, and Varta batteries), and utilized in both military and civilian applications, POWER-GATE Battery Discharge Controllers insure that power gets to where it's needed without the excessive heat and Voltage drop typified by more common, lesser performing silicon and Schottky devices. Unlike conventional silicon and Schottky isolators, POWER-GATE's achieve sub-100 micro-ohm performance, even as the currents climb through 600 Amps; that's over 1,000% more efficient than traditional silicon and Schottky technology. With heat being the primary killer of electronics, engineering heat OUT of the product yields unparalleled reliability.

Perfect Switch manufactures Battery Discharge Controllers in two configurations: Single Rectifiers and Dual Rectifiers. Each is designed for use with multiple batteries and how you plan on using your DC resources will dictate which device is the appropriate choice for your application. Single rectifiers and dual rectifiers are available up to 300 Amps. Perfect Switch also offers higher power dual rectifier devices from 400 Amps to 600 Amps.

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