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BAUMÜLLER BM5030-SW20-00

Model Code Breakdown:

  • BM5 = Baumüller BM5 Series (Power Supplies & Accessories)
  • 030 = Model 030 (30 A Rated Current)
  • SW20 = Switching Type, 20 A Continuous (Derated Variant) or 480 W Power Class
  • 00 = Standard Version

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Technical Specifications:

Parameter Value
Output Voltage 24 V DC (Adjustable: 21 V to 28 V)
Rated Output Current 20 A
Rated Output Power 480 W
Peak Output Power (10 s) 576 W (120% of Rated)
Input Voltage Range 85 V AC to 264 V AC (Single-Phase)
Input Frequency 47 Hz to 63 Hz
Efficiency (at Rated Load) ≥ 92% (Typical 93%)
Power Factor (at Rated Load) ≥ 0.99 (Active PFC)
Output Voltage Accuracy ±1% (Line Regulation), ±0.5% (Load Regulation)
Output Ripple & Noise ≤ 100 mV peak-to-peak
Output Adjustment Range 21 V to 28 V DC (Trimmer Potentiometer)
Operating Temperature -25°C to +70°C (Full Load Derating Above 50°C)
Protection Functions Overcurrent (OCP), Overvoltage (OVP), Short Circuit (SCP), Overtemperature (OTP)
Cooling Method Convection Cooling (IC01), No Fan
Protection Rating IP20
Dimensions (W × H × D) 125 mm × 120 mm × 90 mm
Weight Approximately 1.6 kg
Mounting DIN Rail (EN 60715, 35 mm Top Hat Rail)
Approvals CE, UL 508, cUL, TÜV, CCC

Functional Features:

  • High Efficiency (≥ 92%) — Minimizes heat generation and reduces energy costs
  • Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) — PF ≥ 0.99, complies with EN 61000-3-2 (Harmonic Current Limits)
  • Wide Input Voltage Range (85-264 V AC) — Suitable for global deployment without transformer
  • No Fan Design (Convection Cooled) — Zero maintenance, silent operation, no dust ingestion
  • Adjustable Output Voltage — 21 V to 28 V DC via front-panel potentiometer
  • Comprehensive Protection — OCP (110-150% of rated current), OVP (115% of set voltage), SCP (Auto-Recovery), OTP (Thermal Shutdown at 85°C)
  • Parallel Operation Capable — Up to 6 units in parallel with current sharing (external diode required)

Structure & Material Composition:

  • Housing: Steel Sheet (SECC), Powder-Coated RAL 7035 Gray
  • PCB: FR-4, Double-Sided, Conformal Coated (Silicone)
  • Heat Sink: Aluminum Extrusion (Internal), Natural Convection Fins
  • Terminals: Screw Terminals (5.08 mm Pitch), 4 mm² Maximum Wire Size
  • Input Connector: IEC 60320 C14 (Detachable Power Cord)
  • Output Connector: Screw Terminal Block (2-Pole, 10 mm² Maximum)

Working Principle:
The BM5030-SW20-00 is a switch-mode power supply (SMPS) using high-frequency PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) topology. AC input is rectified and filtered, then switched at 65 kHz by MOSFET transistors through a high-frequency transformer. The secondary side is rectified and filtered to produce stable 24 V DC output. Active PFC (Boost Converter Stage) shapes the input current to follow the input voltage waveform, achieving PF ≥ 0.99. The output voltage is regulated by a feedback loop controlling the PWM duty cycle. Protection circuits continuously monitor output current, voltage, and internal temperature, shutting down the converter if any parameter exceeds safe limits.

Applicable Industries:

  • Servo Drive Power Supply (BM4/BM5 Series Drives)
  • PLC and Control Cabinet Power
  • HMI and Operator Panel Power
  • Sensor and Actuator Power
  • General Industrial Automation
  • Machine Vision Systems
  • Robotics Controller Power

Installation Requirements:

  • Mounting: DIN Rail 35 mm (EN 60715), Vertical or Horizontal (Vertical Preferred for Cooling)
  • Input Wiring: 2.5 mm² Minimum, Fuse Rating: 10 A (Time-Delay, gG)
  • Output Wiring: 4 mm² Minimum for 20 A Load, 6 mm² for Peak Load
  • Clearance: 50 mm Above, 30 mm Below, 20 mm Sides (for Convection Cooling)
  • Ambient Temperature: -25°C to +50°C at Full Load; Derate 2% per °C from 50°C to 70°C
  • Earthing: Protective Earth (PE) Must Be Connected, Resistance < 0.1 Ω

Usage Precautions:

  • Do not exceed 20 A continuous output current — triggers overcurrent protection
  • Input fuse must be installed on the line side (L1) before the power supply
  • Do not operate without a load at full input voltage — minimum 10% load required for regulation
  • Do not block ventilation openings — overheating will trigger thermal shutdown
  • For parallel operation: use Schottky diodes (minimum 40 V, 30 A) on each output
  • Do not adjust output voltage above 28 V DC — will damage connected equipment
  • Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C (non-operating)

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