JacobsParts Inc.
JacobsParts Inc. XL6019 30W 5A DC-DC Boost Power Regulator power supply
A step-up voltage regulator that converts 3–40 V DC input to a stable 5–45 V output at up to 5 A peak current with overcurrent, reverse-current and thermal protection
- TypeStep-Up Voltage Regulator
- Mounting StyleStand Alone
- Current Rating5 A
- Power Rating30 W
- FeaturesOvercurrent Protection, Reverse Current Protection, Thermal
- Boosts voltage from 3.7 V lithium cells to stable 5 V USB power
- Delivers up to 5 A peak current for demanding automotive projects
- Integrated XL6019 IC provides over-temperature and over-current protection
- Operates at 180 kHz switching frequency with up to 94 % efficiency
- Adjustable 5 V to 45 V output from 3 V to 40 V input range
DC-DC Boost Regulator for DIY Projects
This step-up module raises a lower DC input to a higher regulated output for hobbyist and prototype work. It accepts 3 V to 40 V in and delivers 5 V to 45 V out at up to 5 A peak. The XL6019 IC integrates a MOSFET with over-current and over-temperature protection. Screw terminals simplify wiring on the bench or in a vehicle.
Input Must Stay Below Output Voltage
Because the topology is boost-only, the supply voltage must always be lower than the desired output; the regulator cannot buck or pass-through. The adjustable potentiometer may need up to 15 turns before the output begins to move. Maximum recommended power is 30 W and efficiency reaches 94 % depending on the voltage differential. Output ripple stays below 100 mV at 180 kHz switching.
5 A Peak Current Defines the Load Limit
Sustained current is rated at 3 A with a 5 A peak allowance, so the module suits LED strips, USB charging from a 3.7 V cell, or 12 V battery projects within that envelope. It is not suitable for driving raw LEDs without additional current limiting. Builders who need more than 5 A peak must choose a higher-rated converter.
Highlights
- Boosts voltage from 3.7 V lithium cells to stable 5 V USB power
- Delivers up to 5 A peak current for demanding automotive projects
- Integrated XL6019 IC provides over-temperature and over-current protection
- Operates at 180 kHz switching frequency with up to 94 % efficiency
- Adjustable 5 V to 45 V output from 3 V to 40 V input range
Specifications
| Type | Step-Up Voltage Regulator |
|---|---|
| Mounting Style | Stand Alone |
| Current Rating | 5 A |
| Power Rating | 30 W |
| Features | Overcurrent Protection, Reverse Current Protection, Thermal Protection |
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 3 A sustained or the 5 A peak rating for my load?
Design for 3 A continuous; the 5 A peak is only for brief transients and the 30 W limit still applies.
What does the 94 % efficiency figure mean when I power a 12 V project from a 3.7 V cell?
It is the best-case conversion rate; actual efficiency drops as the input-to-output voltage gap widens.
How does the 180 kHz switching frequency affect my choice of input capacitor?
The 180 kHz rate keeps ripple below 100 mV, so a standard low-ESR electrolytic or ceramic capacitor at the 3-40 V input is sufficient.
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