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# Buck/Boost Converter - 8-40V to 12V/3A

**Brand:** SparkFun

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/buck-boost-converter-8-40v-to-12v-3a

## Pricing

- **Price:** $58.91
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (SparkFun):** 67 units
- **SKU:** SF-COM-18376

## Description

An industrial-grade DC buck-boost converter that accepts 8–40V input and delivers a regulated 12V output at up to 3A (36W). Ideal for battery-powered systems where input voltage varies — such as SLA or LiFePO4 batteries powering routers, Wi-Fi equipment, or other 12V loads — this module automatically steps voltage up or down to maintain a steady 12V output. With 85% efficiency, generous heatsinking, and built-in protection, this is a reliable plug-and-play DC-DC solution for a wide range of power conditioning applications. Key Features Buck-Boost Operation – Steps voltage up or down to deliver steady 12V output Wide Input Range – 8–40V DC input for flexible power sourcing 12V / 3A Output – Up to 36W regulated output 85% Efficiency – Minimises heat and power waste ±1% Output Accuracy – Tight voltage regulation Industrial Grade – Robust construction with heatsinking and protection Low Ripple – 100mV peak-to-peak output ripple Ideal For Battery systems (SLA, LiFePO4) powering 12V equipment Routers, Wi-Fi access points, and networking gear on battery backup Solar and off-grid power systems Automotive and mobile electronics requiring regulated 12V Specifications Input Voltage – 8–40V DC Input Current – 1–6.8A DC Output Voltage – 12V DC (±1%) Output Current – Up to 3A (36W) Quiescent Current – 25mA Efficiency – 85% Line Regulation – ±0.2% Output Ripple – 100mV peak-to-peak Switching Frequency – 160kHz Package Contents 1× Buck/Boost Converter (WG8-40S1203) Resources WG8-40S1203 Datasheet (PDF)

**Product Type:** physical

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