12->5V Protected Buck: End User Guide

Owned by Meghan Dang
Last updated: 2024-09-05
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The 12->5V protected buck is a board that will step down 12V DC to ~5V with a maximum rated output current of 5A.

It uses JST GH or USB-C connectors to supply 5V @ 5A.

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Operating Input Voltage: 6V~17V

  • this board will operate when supplied with 6-17V

Protected Input Voltage: -30V~80V

  • this board will be protected (not be damaged) during reverse polarity events: down to -30V, or overvoltage events: up to 80V -

Maximum Input Current: 6A

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Output Connections:

The USB-C connector can supply power to the RPi, and the JST can supply power to the Pixhawk, as labelled in Figure 1 & 2.

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Mounting Holes Information:

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Project Files:

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