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DC/DC power converters for regulated output in protected vehicles, tactical platforms and defense systems.

Rugged DC/DC converters for vehicle power integration

MilDef DC/DC Converters support defense platforms and vehicle systems that need regulated DC output from onboard power sources. This category includes converter products for protected vehicles, communication systems and platform-integrated equipment operating in 24/28 VDC power environments.

In vehicle installations, incoming power can vary significantly. Therefore, DC/DC conversion helps adapt platform input to the voltage required by connected equipment. This supports stable power delivery for mobile IT, displays, communication hardware and other mission-related systems.

For system integrators, the converter often becomes a critical part of the electrical architecture. It must handle transients, spikes, reverse polarity risks and other onboard power conditions while supporting reliable operation over time. As a result, MilDef converter solutions help reduce weak points in platform power integration.

Explore MilDef DC/DC Converters

MilDef DC/DC Converters currently include the ROD Family, a range of field-ready vehicle converter products for protected platforms and defense systems. The family includes fixed-output and modular variants for different voltage and power requirements.

  • MilDef ROD Modular rugged DC/DC vehicle converter with 120 W and 200 W output options for protected defense platforms

    DC/DC Converters

    ROD Family

    Rugged DC/DC converters for protected vehicles and tactical platform power integration.

    • Vehicle and platform DC/DC conversion
    • 12, 14, 19, 27.5 and configurable output voltage options
    • 65 W, 80 W, 120 W and 200 W variants
    • Protection against transients and spikes
    • IP65-rated rugged housings
    • VG and MIL-STD vehicle power support
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Regulated DC output for protected platforms

Protected vehicle systems often include equipment with different DC input requirements. For example, one platform may need 19 VDC for mobile IT equipment, 12 or 14 VDC for communication hardware and 27.5 VDC for systems that require stable 28 VDC power. In these cases, converter selection affects both electrical compatibility and operational reliability.

Power quality also matters. Vehicle environments can expose connected electronics to voltage variations, spikes and surge events. Therefore, filtering, protection functions and rugged mechanical design help maintain stable operation in demanding installations.

This category supports applications where power conversion must follow the same environmental logic as the connected hardware. In addition, modular converter options can simplify selection across different system loads, voltage requirements and vehicle programs.

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From early-stage requirements to integration into existing systems, MilDef can help you identify the right rugged hardware for your platform, environment and operational needs. Share a few details below, and our team will get back to you.