MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 1 of 7
www.murata-ps.com
www.murata-ps.com/support
For full details go to
www.murata-ps.com/rohs
 
SELECTION GUIDE
Order Code
Nominal
Input
Voltage
Output
Voltage
Output
Current
Ripple &
Noise (Typ.)
Ripple &
Noise (Max.)
Input Current
(Typ.)
Efficiency
(Min.)
Efficiency
(Typ.)
Isolation
Capacitance
MTTF1
V V mA mVp-p mA % % pF kHrs
MEF1S0303SPC 3.3 3.3 303 11 35 460 63 66 40 495
MEF1S0305SPC 3.3 5 200 9 35 430 68 71 30 867
MEF1S0503SPC 5 3.3 303 8 30 290 65 68.5 40 665
MEF1S0505SPC 5 5 200 10 40 275 69 73 50 1051
MEF1S1203SPC 12 3.3 303 11 35 120 65 69 40 511
MEF1S1205SPC 12 5 200 10 35 115 69 73.5 60 1044
MEF1S2403SPC 24 3.3 303 13 40 60 64 69 35 580
MEF1S2405SPC 24 5 200 13 40 55 68 73 45 834
3.5kVDC Isolation Part Numbers
MEF1S0303SP3C 3.3 3.3 303 11 35 460 63 66 40 495
MEF1S0305SP3C 3.3 5 200 9 35 430 68 71 30 867
MEF1S0503SP3C 5 3.3 303 8 30 290 65 68.5 40 665
MEF1S0505SP3C 5 5 200 10 40 275 69 73 50 1051
MEF1S1203SP3C 12 3.3 303 11 35 120 65 69 40 511
MEF1S1205SP3C 12 5 200 10 35 115 69 73.5 60 1044
MEF1S2403SP3C 24 3.3 303 13 40 60 64 69 35 580
MEF1S2405SP3C 24 5 200 13 40 55 68 73 45 834
INPUT CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Voltage range
Continuous operation, 3.3V input types 3.135 3.3 3.465
V
Continuous operation, 5V input types 4.75 5 5.25
Continuous operation, 12V input types 11.4 12 12.6
Continuous operation, 24V input types 22.8 24 25.2
Reflected ripple current 5 20 mA p-p
OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Voltage set point accuracy 3.3V Output ± 2.5 %
5V Output ± 2
Rated power TA= -40°C to 85°C 1W
Line regulation High VIN to low VIN 0.25 %/%
Load regulation 10% load to rated load 0.3 1 %
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Short-circuit protection Continuous
Lead temperature 1.5mm from case for 10 seconds 260°C
Input voltage VIN, MEF1S03 types 4V
Input voltage VIN, MEF1S05 types 7V
Input voltage VIN, MEF1S12 types 18V
Input voltage VIN, MEF1S24 types 28V
1. Calculated using MIL-HDBK-217F with nominal input voltage at full load.
All specifications typical at TA=25°C, nominal input voltage and rated output current unless otherwise specified.
FEATURES
UL60950 recognised
Short circuit protection
Operation to zero load
Output regulation <1%
Single isolated output
1kVDC or 3.5kVDC isolation options ‘Hi Pot
Test’
3.3V, 5V, 12V & 24V input
3.3V & 5V output
SMD construction
Fully encapsulated with toroidal magnetics
DESCRIPTION
The MEF1 series of DC/DC converters is used
where a tightly regulated supply is required. They
are ideal for situations where the input voltage
is not tightly controlled. The single rail regulated
output makes the ideal choice to power sensors,
such as pressure transducers, hall effect sensors
and mass airflow sensors.
MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 2 of 7
www.murata-ps.com/support
ISOLATION CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Isolation test voltage SPC Versions Flash tested for 1 second 1000 VDC
SP3C Versions Flash tested for 1 minute 3500
Resistance Viso= 1kVDC 10 GΩ
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Switching frequency
0303 45
kHz
5V input types 50
12V input types & 0305 60
24V input types 75
TEMPERATURE CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Specification All output types -40 85
°C
Case temperature above ambient 40
Storage -50 125
Cooling Free air convection
TEMPERATURE DERATING GRAPH RoHS COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
This series is compatible with RoHS soldering
systems with a peak wave solder temperature of
260ºC for 10 seconds. The pin termination finish
on the SIP package type is Tin Plate, Hot Dipped
over Matte Tin over Nickel Preplate. This series
is backward compatible with Sn/Pb soldering
systems.
For further information, please visit www.murata-ps.com/rohs
150100
50
0
-40
0
0.5
1.0
1.5
Safe Operating Area
85°C
Ambient Temperature (°C)
Output Power (W)
MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 3 of 7
www.murata-ps.com/support
EFFICIENCY VS LOAD
3.3V Input 5V Input
12V Input 24V Input
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0 102030405060708090100
Efficiency (%)
Load (%)
MEF1S0303SPC
MEF1S0305SPC
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0 102030405060708090100
Efficiency (%)
Load (%)
MEF1S1205SPC
MEF1S1203SPC
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0 102030405060708090100
Efficiency (%)
Load (%)
MEF1S2405SPC
MEF1S2403SPC
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0 102030405060708090100
Efficiency (%)
Load (%)
MEF1S0503SPC
MEF1S0505SPC
MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 4 of 7
www.murata-ps.com/support
APPLICATION NOTES
Capacitive loading and start up
Typical start up times for this series, with a typical input voltage rise time of 2.2µs and output capacitance of 10µF, are shown in the table below. The product
series will start into a capacitance of 47µF with an increased start time, however, the maximum recommended output capacitance is 10µF.
Ripple & Noise Characterisation Method
Ripple and noise measurements are performed with the following test configuration.
C1 1µF X7R m ultilayer ceramic capacitor, voltage rating to be a minimum of 3 times the output voltage of the DC/DC converter
C2 10µF tantalum capacitor, voltage rating to be a minimum of 1.5 times the output voltage of the DC/DC converter with an ESR of less
than 100m at 100 kHz
C3 100nF multilayer ceramic capacitor, general purpose
R1 450 resistor, carbon film, ±1% tolerance
R2 50 BNC termination
T1 3T of the coax cable through a ferrite toroid
RLOAD Resistive load to the maximum power rating of the DC/DC converter. Connections should be made via twisted wires
Measured values are multiplied by 10 to obtain the specified values.
Differential Mode Noise Test Schematic
OSCILLOSCOPE
Y INPUT
SUPPLY
C1 C2 C3 R1 T1 R2
Input Output
DC/DC Converter
R LOAD
+
+
-
-
Start-up time
µs
MEF1S0303SPC 310
MEF1S0305SPC 550
MEF1S0503SPC 225
MEF1S0505SPC 460
MEF1S1203SPC 185
MEF1S1205SPC 390
MEF1S2403SPC 160
MEF1S2405SPC 430
MEF1S0303SP3C 310
MEF1S0305SP3C 550
MEF1S0503SP3C 225
MEF1S0505SP3C 460
MEF1S1203SP3C 185
MEF1S1205SP3C 390
MEF1S2403SP3C 160
MEF1S2405SP3C 430
MEF1S0305SP3C
MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 5 of 7
www.murata-ps.com/support
TECHNICAL NOTES
ISOLATION VOLTAGE
‘Hi Pot Test’, ‘Flash Tested’, ‘Withstand Voltage’, ‘Proof Voltage’, ‘Dielectric Withstand Voltage’ & ‘Isolation Test Voltage’ are all terms that relate to the same thing, a test voltage,
applied for a specified time, across a component designed to provide electrical isolation, to verify the integrity of that isolation.
Murata Power Solutions MEF1 series of DC/DC converters are all 100% production tested at their stated isolation voltage. This is 1kVDC for 1 second for SPC versions and 3.5kVDC
for 1 minute for SP3C versions.
A question commonly asked is, “What is the continuous voltage that can be applied across the part in normal operation?”
The MEF1 has been recognised by Underwriters Laboratory for functional insulation, both input and output should normally be maintained within SELV limits i.e. less than 42.4V
peak, or 60VDC. The isolation test voltage represents a measure of immunity to transient voltages and the part should never be used as an element of a safety isolation system.
The part could be expected to function correctly with several hundred volts offset applied continuously across the isolation barrier; but then the circuitry on both sides of the barrier
must be regarded as operating at an unsafe voltage and further isolation/insulation systems must form a barrier between these circuits and any user-accessible circuitry according
to safety standard requirements.
REPEATED HIGH-VOLTAGE ISOLATION TESTING
It is well known that repeated high-voltage isolation testing of a barrier component can actually degrade isolation capability, to a lesser or greater degree depending on materials,
construction and environment. The MEF1 series has toroidal isolation transformers, with no additional insulation between primary and secondary windings of enameled wire. While
parts can be expected to withstand several times the stated test voltage, the isolation capability does depend on the wire insulation. Any material, including this enamel (typically
polyurethane) is susceptible to eventual chemical degradation when subject to very high applied voltages thus implying that the number of tests should be strictly limited. We
therefore strongly advise against repeated high voltage isolation testing, but if it is absolutely required, that the voltage be reduced by 20% from specified test voltage.
This consideration equally applies to agency recognised parts rated for better than functional isolation where the wire enamel insulation is always supplemented by a further
insulation system of physical spacing or barriers.
SAFETY APPROVAL
The MEF1 series has been recognised by Underwriters Laboratory (UL) to UL 60950 for functional insulation, file number E151252 applies. The MEF1 Series of converters are not
internally fused so to meet the requirements of UL 60950 an anti-surge input line fuse should always be used with ratings as defined below.
MEF1S03xxxC: 600mA
MEF1S05xxxC: 400mA
MEF1S12xxxC: 160mA
MEF1S24xxxC: 100mA
All fuses should be UL approved and rated to at least the maximum allowable DC input voltage.
MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 6 of 7
www.murata-ps.com/support
PACKAGE SPECIFICATIONS
MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS PIN CONNECTIONS - SPC
Pin Function
1+VIN
2-Vin
4-VOUT
6+VOUT
PIN CONNECTIONS - SP3C
Pin Function
1+VIN
2-VIN
5-VOUT
7+VOUT
Weight: 1.6g
Unless otherwise stated all dimensions in mm (inches) ±0.05mm (0.002”). Controlling dimension is mm.
All pins on a 2.54mm (0.100”) pitch and within 0.25mm (0.010”) of true position.
15.24 [0.600]
0.50 [0.020]
2.52
1.54 [0.099
0.061]
2.54 [0.100]
0.40 [0.016] MIN
1.45
1.00 [0.057
0.039 ]
10.15 [0.400] MAX
4.10±0.50 [0.161±0.020]
12 5 7
5.08 [0.200]
0.25 [0.010]
19.65 [0.774] MAX
12.70 [0.500]
0.50 [0.020]
2.52
1.54 [0.099
0.061 ]
2.54 [0.100]
0.40 [0.016] MIN
1.45
1.00 [0.057
0.039 ]
10.15 [0.400] MAX
4.10±0.50 [0.161±0.020]
6.15 [0.242] MAX
12 4 6
5.08 [0.200]
19.65 [0.774] MAX
6.15 [0.242] MAX
MEF1S0505SPC
XYYWW
MEF1S0505SP3C
XYYWW
SPC SP3C
MEF1 Series
Isolated 1W Regulated Single Output DC/DC Converters
KDC_MEF1.C03 Page 7 of 7
www.murata-ps.com/support
Murata Power Solutions, Inc. makes no representation that the use of its products in the circuits described herein, or the use of other
technical information contained herein, will not infringe upon existing or future patent rights. The descriptions contained herein do not imply
the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment constructed in accordance therewith. Specifications are subject to change without
notice. © 2017 Murata Power Solutions, Inc.
Murata Power Solutions, Inc.
11 Cabot Boulevard, Mansfield, MA 02048-1151 U.S.A.
ISO 9001 and 14001 REGISTERED
This product is subject to the following operating requirements
and the Life and Safety Critical Application Sales Policy:
Refer to: http://www.murata-ps.com/requirements/
PACKAGE SPECIFICATIONS (continued)
RECOMMENDED FOOTPRINT DETAILS
TUBE OUTLINE DIMENSIONS
7 Pin SIP Tube
SPC SP3C
Tube Quantity : 25
All dimensions in mm ±0.25mm (inches ±0.01).
1.15 (0.045)
1.00 (0.039)
Ø
2.54 (0.1)
2.54 (0.1)
4 HOLES
Ø
4 HOLES
0.1 (0.004)
1.15 (0.045)
1.00 (0.039)
2.54 (0.1)
2.54 (0.1)
0.1 (0.004)
5.0 [0.197]
12.43 [0.489]
18.0 [0.709]
9.3 [0.366]
Unless otherwise specified all dimensions in mm [inches] ±0.55mm [0.022].
Tube Length : 520mm [20.472] ±2.0 [0.079].