Overview
The SPI FSP180-50PLA is a 180-watt Flex ATX12V switching power supply manufactured by Sparkle Power Inc. This unit combines compact 1U form factor with reliable power delivery for desktop and embedded systems. The FSP180-50PLA features active power factor correction (PFC) compliance and meets both Flex ATX and ATX12V standards, making it suitable for systems requiring a space-efficient power solution.
Key Features
- 180W output capacity with support for Flex ATX and ATX12V standards
- Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) meeting EN61000-3-2 standards
- Remote ON/OFF function for flexible system control
- Noise Killer thermal fan speed control to reduce acoustic emissions
- 100% Hi-pot, ATE, and burn-in tested at factory for reliability assurance
- Compliant with FCC Part 15 Subpart J Class B and CISPR 22 Class B
- Re-settable power shut down protection
- Output overvoltage, short circuit, and over-current protection
Technical Specifications
- Power Output: 180 watts
- Input Voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
- Input Current: 4–2 amp
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C (full load)
- Storage/Shipping Temperature: −20°C to +80°C
- Humidity (Operating/Storage): 5–95%
- Efficiency: 68% minimum at nominal AC input and maximum load
- Rise Time: Less than 20 ms
- Hold-up Time: 17 ms minimum at nominal input voltage
- Dimensions: 150 × 81.5 × 40.5 mm (6.0 × 3.2 × 1.6 in)
- Weight: 1.70 lbs (approximately)
- Dielectric Withstand: 1800 VAC input-to-frame ground for 2 seconds
- Leakage Current: ≤3.5 mA at 264 Vac, 50 Hz
- MTBF: 100,000 hours at +25°C, maximum load
- Power Good Signal: Delay 100–500 ms on; 1 ms minimum off
- Internal Cooling: 12 VDC fan with thermal control
Typical Applications
- Compact 1U server and network appliance systems
- Embedded industrial control systems
- Desktop PC power backup and replacement
- Legacy Pentium 4 and older era system rebuilds
- Systems requiring low noise, space-constrained environments
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Flex ATX standard form factor systems
- ATX12V motherboards and power distribution schemes
- Systems with remote power control requirements
- Desktop and small-footprint server chassis
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. The FSP180-50PLA supersedes earlier FSP150 and FSP100 series units in applications requiring 180W capacity.
Works With
- Standard ATX motherboards with 20-pin and 24-pin power connectors
- Systems supporting 100–240 VAC universal input
- Legacy and modern desktop/server build environments
- OEM and industrial embedded control platforms
