{"product_id":"aims-power-10-amp-48v-to-12v-dc-dc-step-down-converter","title":"AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: 32px; margin: 0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 2 1 320px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/aims-power-48v-to-12v-dc-dc-step-down-converter-rated-10-amps-continuous-and-12-amps-max.jpg\" alt=\"AIMS Power 48V to 12V DC-DC step down converter rated 10 amps continuous and 12 amps max\" width=\"1017\" height=\"779\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 1017px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 3 1 320px; min-width: 0; text-wrap: pretty;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter Delivers 10 Amps of Steady 12V Power From a 48V Battery Bank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter changes 44 to 58 Vdc battery power into a regulated 12.5 to 13.5 Vdc output. It's rated 10A continuous at 25°C (77°F) with a 12A maximum, and AIMS lists conversion efficiency above 91%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the middle size in AIMS's 48V to 12V lineup, for boats, golf carts, lights and other automotive, mobile and off-grid systems that run on 48V but still need a 12V circuit. The aluminum case measures 4.41 x 3.39 x 2.2 inches and weighs 0.71 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Converter Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRegulated 12V Output\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput from 44 to 58 Vdc comes out as 12.5 to 13.5 Vdc, so you can run 12V electronics and accessories from a 48V battery bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBattery Voltage Shutdowns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe converter shuts down if input falls to 40 ± 2 V or climbs to 59 ± 1 V. That protects the converter and your load when the battery is too low or too high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuse, Short Circuit and Over Voltage Protection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5A input fuse handles input over current and polarity protection. On the output side you get short circuit protection, over current protection at 12A and a TVS diode for over voltage. Over temperature protection is set at 65 ± 5°C (149 ± 5°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThermal and Load Controlled Cooling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIMS lists heat dissipation for the 10 amp model as thermal and load controlled, and the manual's rear panel drawing for the 10A and 20A models shows a fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy to Wire and Check\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front terminal block is marked + 48V − for DC input and − 12V + for DC output. A green power LED confirms the converter is on, and the input fuse sits in a holder right below the terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolf carts.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run 12V lights and accessories from a 48V golf cart battery pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Supply 12V electronics from a 48V system. Mount the converter where it stays dry and away from spray and bilge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWork vehicles and equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wire it into vehicles, equipment or custom power systems that need 12V from a 48V source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e10 Amp Versus the 5 and 20 Amp Models\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three AIMS 48V to 12V converters use the same 44 to 58 Vdc input and 12.5 to 13.5 Vdc output. The 5 amp model is smaller with 6A max, and the 20 amp model handles 20A continuous with 24A max. The 10 amp model suits 12V loads between those two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNon-Isolated Versus an Isolated Converter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis converter is non-isolated, and AIMS notes a non isolated ground. If your system needs the input and output kept isolated, look at an isolated converter instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMatch the Converter to Your Load\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd up your 12V load and make sure it stays within 10A continuous, with 12A as the maximum. AIMS says the battery source must be 48Vdc and the load 12Vdc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFollow the Wiring Table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIMS lists input cable larger than 20AWG and output cable larger than 16AWG, a cable length limit of under 1m or 3 feet and 2-3.7 fork terminals. Turn your load off before connecting it. Connect the negative wire to the battery first, then the positive, and never reverse polarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou run 12V accessories on a 48V system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour 12V load is up to 10A continuous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fuse and shutdown protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Efficient Is It?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIMS rates the 10 amp model's conversion efficiency at more than 91%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan It Run From a 48V Golf Cart Battery Pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, as long as the pack stays within the 44 to 58 Vdc input range. AIMS lists golf carts among the uses for this converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere Should I Mount It?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick a dry, suitable location with enough space for the wires. Don't expose it to rain, snow, spray, bilge or dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Warranty Does It Have?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIMS lists a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReliable 12V Power for 48V Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter turns your 48V battery bank into a steady 12V supply, with input shutdowns, fuse protection and output safeguards built in. If you'd like help choosing between the 5, 10 and 20 amp models, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; max-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); text-align: left; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.1489%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Input Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8511%;\"\u003e44-58 Vdc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Output Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5-13.5 Vdc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Current (Continuous at 25°C \/ 77°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Current (Max)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConversion Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;91%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-isolated (non isolated ground)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus LED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Power)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Input Low Battery Shutdown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ± 2 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Input High Battery Shutdown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59 ± 1 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Input Polarity Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Input Over Current Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5A fuse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver Temperature Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 ± 5°C (149 ± 5°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Output Short Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Output Over Current Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Output Over Voltage Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTVS diode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Input and Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardwire terminal block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Cable Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;20AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Cable Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;16AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;1m or 3 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3.7 fork terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Dissipation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal and load controlled (fan shown on rear panel drawing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.41 x 3.39 x 2.2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.71 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlotted mounting plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 years from date of purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter Manual\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/aims-power-con4812-manual-022026.pdf\" title=\"AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter Manual\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/aims-power-10-amp-48v-to-12v-dc-dc-step-down-converter-manual.jpg\" alt=\"AIMS Power 10 Amp 48V to 12V DC-DC Step Down Converter Manual\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" 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