
Powering AI processors – 48V vertical power delivery changes the game
AI models demand huge current, driving legacy multiphase designs past 50 phases—causing space, thermal, and control limits Vicor addresses
The QPI family of active EMI filters provides conducted common-mode (CM) and differential-mode (DM) attenuation from 150kHz to 30MHz (CISPR22 range). The proprietary active-filtering circuit provides superior attenuation at low frequencies intended to support EN Class B limits, including PICMG 3.0 for ATCA boards. In comparison to passive solutions, the use of active filtering reduces the volume of the common-mode choke, providing a low-profile, surface-mount device. Smaller size saves valuable board real estate and the reduced height enhances airflow in blade applications. The
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| Part Number | Data Sheet | Input (V) | Current (A) | Test Freq. (kHz) | CM Attenuation (dB) | HIPot (V) | Package (mm) | Add to cart / view details | ||
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QPI-21LZ
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Part Number: QPI-21LZ | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
30 – 80
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Current (A):
14
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Test Freq. (kHz):
250
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CM Attenuation (dB):
45
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HIPot (V):
1,500
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Package (mm):
LGA
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QPI-21LZ-01
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Part Number: QPI-21LZ-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
30 – 80
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Current (A):
14
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Test Freq. (kHz):
250
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CM Attenuation (dB):
45
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HIPot (V):
1,500
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Package (mm):
Open Frame
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View details |
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QPI-12LZ
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Part Number: QPI-12LZ | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
5.0 – 80
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Current (A):
7
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Test Freq. (kHz):
1,000
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CM Attenuation (dB):
40
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HIPot (V):
1,500
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Package (mm):
LGA
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View details |
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QPI-12LZ-01
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Part Number: QPI-12LZ-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
5.0 – 80
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Current (A):
7
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Test Freq. (kHz):
1,000
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CM Attenuation (dB):
40
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HIPot (V):
1,500
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Package (mm):
Open Frame
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View details |
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QPI-11LZ
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Part Number: QPI-11LZ | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
5.0 – 50
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Current (A):
7
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Test Freq. (kHz):
1,000
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CM Attenuation (dB):
60
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HIPot (V):
707
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Package (mm):
LGA
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View details |
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QPI-11LZ-01
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Part Number: QPI-11LZ-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
5.0 – 50
|
Current (A):
7
|
Test Freq. (kHz):
1,000
|
CM Attenuation (dB):
60
|
HIPot (V):
707
|
Package (mm):
Open Frame
|
View details |
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QPI-6LZ
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Part Number: QPI-6LZ | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
30 – 80
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Current (A):
14
|
Test Freq. (kHz):
250
|
CM Attenuation (dB):
40
|
HIPot (V):
1,500
|
Package (mm):
LGA
|
View details |
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QPI-6LZ-01
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Part Number: QPI-6LZ-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
30 – 80
|
Current (A):
14
|
Test Freq. (kHz):
250
|
CM Attenuation (dB):
40
|
HIPot (V):
1,500
|
Package (mm):
Open Frame
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View details |
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QPI-5LZ
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Part Number: QPI-5LZ | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
10 – 40
|
Current (A):
14
|
Test Freq. (kHz):
250
|
CM Attenuation (dB):
60
|
HIPot (V):
707
|
Package (mm):
LGA
|
View details |
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QPI-5LZ-01
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Part Number: QPI-5LZ-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
10 – 40
|
Current (A):
14
|
Test Freq. (kHz):
250
|
CM Attenuation (dB):
60
|
HIPot (V):
707
|
Package (mm):
Open Frame
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View details |
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QPI-3LZ
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Part Number: QPI-3LZ | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
10 – 40
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Current (A):
7
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Test Freq. (kHz):
250
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CM Attenuation (dB):
65
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HIPot (V):
707
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Package (mm):
LGA
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View details |
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QPI-3LZ-01
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Part Number: QPI-3LZ-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
10 – 40
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Current (A):
7
|
Test Freq. (kHz):
250
|
CM Attenuation (dB):
65
|
HIPot (V):
707
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Package (mm):
Open Frame
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View details |
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MQPI-18LP
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Part Number: MQPI-18LP | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
5.0 – 50
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Current (A):
7
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Test Freq. (kHz):
1,000
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CM Attenuation (dB):
45
|
HIPot (V):
1,500
|
Package (mm):
LGA
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View details |
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MQPI-18LP-01
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Part Number: MQPI-18LP-01 | Data Sheet: |
Input (V):
5.0 – 50
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Current (A):
7
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Test Freq. (kHz):
1,000
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CM Attenuation (dB):
45
|
HIPot (V):
1,500
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Package (mm):
Open Frame
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View details |
Provides conducted common-mode (CM) and differential-mode (DM) attenuation from 150kHz to 30MHz (CISPR22 range)
Optimized for applications that require EN55022 Class B limits
12, 24 & 48V nominal input voltages
Saves up to 50% board space vs. standard filters
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