Advanced Energy Launched DF150 Power Supply
The firm debuted its first Defiant Future series unit, targeting extreme operating environments with MIL-STD certification.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Energy
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Advanced Energy released the DF150, a 160 W power supply designed for durability in harsh conditions. The device is the first entry in the company's new Defiant Future product line.
Why it matters
This release expands the availability of high-reliability power conversion hardware that meets specific defense-grade environmental standards. It provides engineers with a new option for critical systems requiring wide-range temperature tolerance and dust or water resistance.
The unit delivers a nominal 27 VDC at 6 A with a maximum efficiency of 91%. It maintains functionality within a temperature range of -46ºC to +60ºC, supported by an IP67 ingress protection rating.
The players
Advanced Energy
A Denver-based manufacturer specializing in power conversion, measurement, and control solutions for complex industrial and defense applications.
The details
The DF150 achieves its ruggedized performance through dual cooling modes, supporting conduction cooling via a base plate or convection cooling via an integrated heatsink. To ensure reliability in sensitive environments, the device is certified to MIL-STD 810H and MIL-STD 461G standards. These include specific tests for electromagnetic interference and susceptibility, such as RE102, CE102, CS101, CS114, CS115, CS116, CS118, and RS103.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: Advanced Energy launched the DF150 power supply.
The Tech Race
This launch marks the start of the Defiant Future series, positioning Advanced Energy to compete in the high-reliability power sector. It follows the industry trend of aligning new hardware releases with the rigorous electromagnetic compliance benchmarks set by the MIL-STD-461G standard.
The DF150 is intended for professional use in industrial or defense-grade workflows requiring extreme environmental durability. Users should verify compatibility with existing convection or conduction cooling infrastructure before integration.
The takeaway
The DF150 represents a shift toward consolidating high-reliability standards into a modular power supply series. Watch for future expansion of the Defiant Future line to see if additional power capacities are added to the series later this year.
Further reading
For more on the current landscape of power conversion systems, explore our Energy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by EEJournal.
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