{"id":9957,"date":"2025-04-28T16:29:53","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T14:29:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/dc-dc-converters-for-robotics-cobots-and-automation\/"},"modified":"2026-09-08T17:42:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T15:42:15","slug":"dc-dc-converters-for-robotics-cobots-and-automation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/dc-dc-converters-for-robotics-cobots-and-automation\/","title":{"rendered":"DC\/DC Converters for Cobots, AGVs and Modern Robotics Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Automation meets energy efficiency: Why power supply matters<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Automation solutions are now present in almost every aspect of our lives \u2013 from intelligent production lines to autonomous delivery vehicles and robots that move goods in warehouses. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, our technological landscape is changing fundamentally. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Machines like <strong>collaborative robots (cobots)<\/strong>, <strong>humanoid robots<\/strong>, <strong>autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)<\/strong>, and<strong> automated guided vehicles (AGVs)<\/strong> are becoming more powerful and versatile. However, without a <strong>reliable power supply,<\/strong> these high-tech assistants would not be able to function. Especially in <strong>battery-powered systems<\/strong>, DC\/DC converters play a key role in providing stable and efficient energy to various components.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Battery-powered robotics: The power supply challenge<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modern mobile robots and automation systems rely on battery packs to operate flexibly and autonomously. Whether a cobot on the assembly line or an AGV working in shifts \u2013 all depend on powerful battery systems. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, batteries do not provide constant voltage levels. This is where <strong>DC\/DC converters<\/strong> come into play. They reliably convert, for example, a 48\u202fV battery voltage into 24\u202fV or 12\u202fV for motor controllers, sensors, or control electronics. To ensure robots work efficiently, converters must be <strong>compact, robust, and highly efficient.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ultra-wide input voltage range: Flexible from 28\u202fV to 160\u202fV<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An <strong>ultra-wide input voltage<\/strong> range is essential:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>24\u202fV batteries typically range between approx. 20\u202fV and 28\u202fV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>48\u202fV systems fluctuate between approx. 40\u202fV and 58\u202fV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>96\u202fV batteries can reach up to approx. 112\u202fV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voltage spikes caused by recuperation are common<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our DC\/DC converter <a href=\"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/product\/dc-converter-154dh-24-on\/\">154DH-24-ON<\/a>, with an input range from<strong> 28\u202fV to 160\u202fV<\/strong>, covers all these scenarios \u2013 stably, safely, and without power loss.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common battery voltages in robotics: 24V, 48V, 96V<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>24\u202fV: <\/strong>Ideal for small robots, cobots, or AGVs \u2013 safe and compact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>48\u202fV<\/strong>: The standard for AMRs and AGVs. Higher power output with manageable safety measures. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>96\u202fV<\/strong>: For high-performance systems with heavy drive demands \u2013 such as humanoid robots or modular platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our <strong>DC\/DC converters<\/strong> cover all these ranges \u2013 often one module is sufficient for multiple platforms. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compact design \u2013 made for tight installation spaces<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every millimeter counts in robotics. Our converters are <strong>particularly compact<\/strong>, allowing you to place them directly in joints or within a chassis \u2013 resulting in<strong> shorter wiring and greater precision<\/strong>.<br\/>Our DC\/DC converter <a href=\"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/product\/dc-converter-145-24-sd\/\">145-24-SD<\/a>, with a maximum input voltage of 100\u202fV and compact dimensions of 77\u00d752\u00d719\u202fmm (fully encapsulated in an aluminum case), is ideal for the smallest installation spaces.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High efficiency = longer runtime, less heat<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>95% efficiency<\/strong> means only 5% of the energy is lost as heat. This brings several advantages: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Longer battery life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Often no external heat sink required. While the DC\/DC converter is in operation, heat is lost, which is emitted directly into the environment via the metal housing <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased electronic lifespan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our converters are designed for <strong>efficiency and durability<\/strong> \u2013 even in continuous operation.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dc-dc-convert-efficiency-against-current-172.003-1024x512.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9197\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No derating \u2013 full power even in high temperatures<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many converters reduce their output under high temperatures. Ours don&#8217;t. They deliver full rated power even at ambient <strong>temperatures from -40\u00b0C to +85\u00b0C<\/strong> &#8211; without derating.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This saves space, simplifies cooling, and makes your design more reliable.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1256\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dc-dc-converter-no-derating-curves-demke-electronic.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dc-dc-converter-no-derating-curves-demke-electronic.webp 1256w, https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/.\/dc-dc-converter-no-derating-curves-demke-electronic-1200.webp 1200w, https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/.\/dc-dc-converter-no-derating-curves-demke-electronic-600.webp 600w, https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/.\/dc-dc-converter-no-derating-curves-demke-electronic-300.webp 300w, https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/.\/dc-dc-converter-no-derating-curves-demke-electronic-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1256px) 100vw, 1256px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Real-world examples: How our converters power cobots and AGVs<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cobot is powered by a 48V battery pack. Our DC\/DC converter flexibly converts this into 24V or 12V \u2013 whether the battery voltage is 58V or 40V. The compact design allows direct installation into the joint, close to the motors \u2013 <strong>shorter cable paths, higher precision<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An AGV with a 24V or 48V battery supplies laser scanners, controllers, and grippers via a DC\/DC converter. Our <strong>robust, vibration-resistant converters<\/strong> are built for continuous operation. Thanks to the ultra-wide input range, the same converter remains usable even when switching to 60V or 96V systems. Plus, the high efficiency ensures your robot can run longer before needing the next charge.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: Shaping the future of mobile automation with Demke<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DC\/DC converters are the backbone of modern automation \u2013 whether it&#8217;s <strong>cobots, AGVs, or humanoid robots<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With <strong>Demke Electronic<\/strong>, you benefit from:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ultra-wide input voltage range up to 160\u202fV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compact design for any installation situation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High efficiency for maximum runtime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full output power without derating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reliable operation under real-world conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are not just manufacturers \u2013 <strong>we understand your application<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Get in touch with us!<\/strong> We&#8217;ll help you find the perfect DC\/DC converter for your application \u2013 directly, easily, and personally.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DC\/DC converters for cobots, AGVs, AMRs and modern robotics reliably supply motor controllers, sensors, control units, cameras and communication systems with stable voltages. Our compact and efficient converters compensate for fluctuating 24 V, 48 V and 96 V battery systems, handle input voltages up to 160 V depending on the version, and are suited to mobile automation applications with demanding requirements for installation space, runtime, robustness and continuous operation. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":9956,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[175,179],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9957","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-applications-projects","category-technology-basics"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9957","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9957"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9957\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9959,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9957\/revisions\/9959"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9956"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9957"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9957"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/demke-electronic.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9957"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}