Overview

The Pioneer Magnetics 80026-172-23 is a ruggedized AC-DC power supply engineered for mission-critical and high-reliability environments. Designed for universal AC input (90–264 VAC), it provides stable 28 VDC output with advanced protection mechanisms and high-efficiency operation. The unit is built to meet stringent military and industrial standards, ensuring long service life and dependable performance under heavy loads, vibration, and harsh environmental conditions.

This model is widely used in aerospace, defense, telecommunications, industrial automation, and critical infrastructure applications where uninterrupted and precision-regulated DC power is essential. Because it is part of a legacy series, it is commonly sourced through surplus and refurbished markets.

Technical Data

Typical Applications

• Defense and aerospace platforms requiring ruggedized power conversion

• Telecommunication systems such as network base stations and microwave links

• Industrial automation: robotics, motion control, CNC equipment

• Medical and laboratory instrumentation needing precision DC power

• Power utilities and critical energy systems requiring high reliability

FAQ

Q1: What industries typically use the 80026-172-23?
Defense, aerospace, telecom, industrial automation, and other mission-critical sectors.

Q2: Is this model still in production?
Generally no—most units are obtained via surplus or refurbished channels.

Q3: What protections are included?
Built-in overvoltage, overload, and short-circuit protection to safeguard connected systems.

Q4: Can multiple units operate in parallel?
Yes. Many Pioneer Magnetics designs support parallel operation for expanded load capacity.