Derating

What does derating mean for power supplies? And when is it necessary?

July 14, 2022

Derating is a protective measure which allows the use of power supplies at high temperatures, at high altitudes or in alternative mounting orientations. In this blog article you will learn what you should consider when it comes to derating. Most power supply manufacturers specify ratings for lifetime, output current, and reliability (e.g. MTBF) for their […]