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Apr 24, 2026 - 10:46 AM
PKYS categorizes their converters into several functional types
- Step-Down Converters: For example these can run 12V appliances on 24V or 48V systems.
- Step-Up Converters: To run higher voltage equipment on lower voltage battery banks. For example people want to run the 24 volt Starlink Mini from a 12 volt battery.
- Same voltage Converters: These are used for power conditioning and provide a stable output voltage for sensitive electronics when the input voltage varies quite a bit. For example during engine starting the voltage at the battery drops quite a bit and can cause all the electronics to reboot. Powering the electronics through one of these converters stabilizes the output voltage and avoids the rebooting.
- Isolated vs. Non-Isolated: Isolated models provide galvanic isolation between input and output grounds to prevent noise and ground loops.
- Programmable / Buck-Boost: Sophisticated models that can handle variable inputs and outputs.
- Waterproof (IP67): Heavy-duty models designed for harsh, wet environments.
