Assembly Guide

1 Bill of Materials
Mouser No. Manufacturer No. Manufacturer Description Qty.
709-DKE15A-12 DKE15A-12 MEAN WELL Isolated DC/DC Converter 1
603-CFR-25JR-52220R CFR-25JR-52-220R Yageo Resistor 220ohm 5% 1/4W (1)
603-CFR-50JT-52-560R CFR-50JT-52-560R Yageo Resistor 560ohm 5% 1/4W (2)
859-LTL-307EE LTL-307EE Lite-On Red LED (3)
863-1N5402RLG 1N5402RLG ON Semiconductor Diode 200V 3A 1
863-1N4001RLG 1N4001RLG ON Semiconductor Diode 50V 1A (1)
810-FG24X7R1H334KNT0 FG24X7R1H334KNT00 TDK Ceramic Capacitor 0.33uF (1)
594-K104M15X7RF53L2 K104M15X7RF53L2 Vishay Ceramic Capacitor 0.1uF (1)
710-860020672012 860020672012 Wurth Elektronik Electrolytic Capacitor 33uF (3)
595-UA7805CKCT UA7805CKCT Texas Instruments Linear Voltage Regulator 5V (1)
710-694108301002 694108301002 Wurth Elektronik DC Power Connector 5A 1
710-61201621621 61201621621 Wurth Elektronik Shrouded 16P Header 3A (1)
571-6404454 640445-4 TE Connectivity Unshrouded 4P Header (1)
538-19705-4303 19705-4303 Molex Quick Connect Tab 0.25” (4)
612-200MSP6T4B5M1QE 200MSP6T4B5M1QE E-Switch Toggle Switch 3A (1)

Note: Many of the parts listed are optional depending on the desired configuration of the board. These are
indicated above and below as quantities in parentheses. Read the rest of this guide before purchasing parts.

2 Board Layout
Toggle Switch
5V regulator

DC jack

Shrouded Header

Unshrouded Header

Note: TOP side of board shown DC – DC converter Quick Connect Tabs

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3 Components
Many components are optional on this board. These can be omitted depending on the desired
functionality of the board. Solder the components in the order listed (smallest – largest):

Resistors
The resistors on this board are optional components. Use only if indicator lights are desired for
each power supply rail (+12V, -12V, +5V). Higher resistor values can be used to lower the
brightness of the LEDs. Do not use lower values than those listed below.
Value Name on Board Qty
220 220 (1)
560 560 (2)

LEDs
The LEDs on this board are optional components. Use only if indicator lights are desired for each
power supply rail (+12V, -12V, +5V). The LEDs are designed to be mounted externally to the
board.
Value Qty
RED (3)

Diodes
The large diode (1N5402) is necessary for the board to function properly. The small diode
(1N4001) is an optional component, only use if a +5V power rail is desired.
Value Name on Board Qty
1N5402 1N5402 1
1N4001 1N4001 (1)

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Capacitors
The ceramic capacitors (0.33uF, 0.1uF) are required only if a +5V power rail is desired. The
electrolytic capacitors (33uF) are optional to filter noise at the power supply output.
Value Name on Board Qty
0.33uF (330n) 0.33uF (1)
0.1u (100n) 0.1uF (1)
33uF 33uF (3)

DC-DC Converter
This is the large brick component. It must be placed on the TOP side of the board (shown in
Section 2 above) in the large square marked “DKE15A-12”.

This component can be difficult to solder due to its size and the large thermal pad directly under it.
Hold the iron on the pins for several seconds to sufficiently heat them before applying solder for a
proper connection.
Value Name on Board Qty
DKE15A-12 DKE15A-12 1

DC Power Jack
Either a 2- or 3-pin jack can be used. Place on top left of board, marked “9-18 VDC”. As indicated,
connect only 9-18 VDC to this jack.

External Connectors
Several connection types are available to power your devices. These are labeled in Section 2
above. Use only your preferred connector, though several can be used if desired.

Either a 16-pin or 10-pin shrouded header can be used on this board. The key (and marked arrow)
should be facing outward from the board as indicated on the board.
Value Qty
Shrouded 16/10-Pin Header (1)
Unshrouded 4-Pin Header (1)
Quick Connect Tab (4)

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5V Regulator
Only use if a +5V power rail is desired. Attaching a heat sink to the regulator is recommended due
to the high input voltage required for the DC – DC converter.
Value Name on Board Qty
LM7805 or UA7805 7805 (1)

Power Switch
This is optional. A SPST On/Off switch is recommended, though others can be used if desired.
Connect the switch with two long wires to “SW_1” and “SW_2” as marked on the board to be
mounted externally. If a power switch is not desired, connect a jumper between “SW_1” and
“SW_2”.

4 Final Check
Before powering the device on, check that all of the components are in the right place and in the right
direction, and have solder flowing through each hole to both sides of the board. Also check for any
unwanted connections between pads/pins.
When absolutely sure everything is correct, plug 9-18 VDC into the power jack and turn the device
on, without connecting the device to any modules. Any connected LEDs should turn on. Use a
multimeter to check for +12V, -12V and +5V (if the regulator is used) on the output terminals before
using the device to power any modules. Finally, wait to see if any components get unusually warm. If
they do, power the device off immediately and re-check each connection.

5 Mounting the Board

Mount the board to a rack using standoffs in the 4 mounting holes on each corner. Note that these
mounting holes are connected to the device’s ground plane.
The board can be mounted in any orientation. However, note that the board’s design will pull heat
towards the bottom side of the board to improve cooling. It is recommended (but not necessary) to
not mount the bottom side directly to a surface, but rather on standoffs to improve airflow underneath
the board and prolong component life.