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Low Voltage Power Supply. Molly, Gwyn, Sam, and Eric. Answers from Keith. SRIB= sounding rocket interface board, which Keith is making PEM= polarimeter electronics box (3 outputs) A=analog, D=digital for outputs (not AC/DC!)
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Low Voltage Power Supply Molly, Gwyn, Sam, and Eric
Answers from Keith • SRIB= sounding rocket interface board, which Keith is making • PEM= polarimeter electronics box (3 outputs) • A=analog, D=digital for outputs (not AC/DC!) • Isolated DC-DC converters are the best option, since linear regulators dissipate power as heat • The PCB should be about 6”x12” or smaller • Copper heat sinks work well in space due to conduction
More Questions for Keith • Should ground for everything be chassis ground, or will isolated regulator outputs have floating ground? • Have you decided on 3-line serial vs. I2C? • Should all components specifically say “isolated?” We chose them as if they did. • What is the factor of safety for currents? • Can we use an op amp buffer for the DAC output rather than using variable regulators? Non-linear isolated variable regulators with enough current are hard to find. • How important are rippling tolerances? • What are your priorities as far as trade-offs go with components? • (List of part numbers we want to run by him)