V-SHIELD® Electronics Packaging
As a global leader in avionics, military, space, and industrial applications power conversion solutions, VPT has awareness of the severe environments our products are guaranteed to encounter.
VPT
High-Reliability Power Conversion Products for Military and Avionics Applications
1971 Kraft Drive,
Blacksburg,
VA 24060 Virginia,
United States of America
VPT is a global provider of critical power conversion solutions for avionics, military, and space applications.
VPT is part of the HEICO Electronics Technologies Group (NYSE:HEI.A) (NYSE: HEI). HEICO’s customers include a majority of the world’s airlines and airmotives, as well as numerous defence and space contractors.
Avionics and military DC-DC converters
VPT’s isolated DC-DC converters, along with its family of non-isolated, synchronous, buck regulated, point-of-load DC-DC converters create an efficient and cost-effective power system for saving electronic board space, weight and heat.
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VPT offers product lines that are ideal for military aircraft, weapons systems and unmanned systems.
With a wide variety of power conversion products, high efficiencies, wide temperature ranges and DLA Standard Microcircuit Drawings (SMDs) for most models, it is easy to match VPT’s power conversion products to a programme’s military specifications.
Ranging from 1w to 120w with a military temperature range of -55°C to 125°C, VPT’s DV series of products are proven in military and avionics applications. They are designed to meet rigid military specifications and 100% hermetic with a host of circuit protection features.
High-reliability rugged power DC-DC converters
VPT’s VXR series of rugged high-reliability DC-DC converters and electromagnetic interference (EMI) filters are optimised for a broad range of applications. These include military ground vehicles, manned and unmanned aircraft that endure severe vibration, shock, temperature cycling and other adverse environments.
Furthermore, the VXR series features VPT’s patent-pending, epoxy-encapsulated V-SHIELD™ packaging, which is highly resistant to chemical, solvent and salt environments. This enables it to be fully compatible with high-volume manufacturing processes including aqueous wash, high-pressure sprays, cleaning solvents and wave solder.
Advanced power conversion technology benefits
VPT’s continual advancements in power conversion technology deliver many unique advantages across its product lines, including:
- Maximum reliability, thick-film, hybrid technology
- Innovative, rugged, high-reliability architecture
- Proprietary epoxy encapsulation package availability
- Full operation over wide temperature ranges
- Excellent EMI performance
- High-power densities
- Lightweight
Rugged environmental screening
Each VPT product line offers several grades of environmental screening.
Depending on the product series selected, possible tests performed include:
- Non-destructive bond pull
- External and internal visual: constant acceleration and radiography
- Particle impact noise detection (PIND)
- Stabilisation bake and temperature cycling
- Electrical: pre burn-in electrical, burn-in and 100% final electrical
- Hermeticity
Efficient critical power system deployment
VPT understands the urgency of many programme timelines. The company maintains industry-leading stock levels, allowing immediate shipment, fast delivery and short turnaround times.
About VPT
VPT has been supplying high-reliability power converters to world-class organisations and programmes for more than two decades.
VPT products are included in military avionics programmes such as the F-15/16/18/22 and F35, the Watchkeeper UAV, Blackhawk Helicopter, EuroHawk UAV, Apache Helicopter, P-1 Aircraft and the Tornado Fighter.
The company’s strong heritage in space solutions includes the International Space Station, Pluto New Horizons, Worldview-3 satellite system, Atlas V, Falcon 9 and ExoMars.
DVPL0503S Point-of-Load DC-DC Converter
The 3A DVPL Series of DC-DC point-of-load converters can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional isolated DC-DC converters as part of a highly efficient, reliable, distributed power system.
DVETR2800S DC-DC Converter
Count on the DVETR for maximum functionality in a minimal, board space-saving size. The DVETR offers DC-DC power conversion, EMI filtering, and transient voltage spike suppression in a single, small, hermetic package.
DVCH2800S DC-DC Converter
The DVCH Series of DC-DC converters delivers just 1.5W in the most efficient, small-size package available today for use in critical-reliability applications. The extra-wide input voltage range, very low output noise, and high reliability ensures the DVCH is the perfect low-power choice for your next space or avionics programme.
Avionics and Military DC-DC Power Converters
Ideal for commercial and military aircraft, weapons systems and more, this line of DC-DC power converters is ready to fly when you are.
High-Reliability Power Conversion
When your programme needs true military-grade high-reliability DC-DC converters, EMI filters and other power accessories qualified to MIL-PRF-38534 Class H and Class K, count on the proven products from VPT's DV Series.
F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Strike Aircraft
The US Navy F/A-18 E and F Super Hornet maritime strike attack aircraft was manufactured by Boeing and flew for the first time on 29 November 1995.
Tu-214ON (Open Skies) Reconnaissance Aircraft
Tu-214ON is a special-purpose reconnaissance aircraft developed by Kazan Aviation Production Association n.a. S.P. Gorbunov (KAPO), an affiliate of JSC Tupolev Design Bureau, for the Russian Air Force.
Eurofighter Typhoon Multirole Combat Fighter
The four-nation Eurofighter Typhoon is a foreplane delta-wing, beyond-visual-range, close air fighter aircraft with surf
F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)
F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter (JSF) is a stealthy, supersonic multirole fighter developed by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company for the US Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps and programme partners from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (Nato) and US allies.
A400M (Future Large Aircraft) Military Transport Aircraft
The A400M (formerly known as the future large aircraft) is a military transporter designed to meet the requirements of the Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Turkey, Luxembourg, and the UK air forces.
IRIS-T SL Surface-to-Air Guided Missile
The IRIS-T SL (Surface Launched) is a new, mobile, medium-range surface-to-air guided missile designed and developed by Diehl BGT Defence to meet future medium-range air defence needs of the German Air Force.
C-130J Hercules Tactical Transport Aircraft, USA
The Lockheed Martin C-130 is the US Air Force’s principal tactical cargo and personnel transport aircraft. The C-130J Hercules is the latest model, featuring a glass cockpit, digital avionics and a new propulsion system with a six-bladed propeller.
RQ-4A/B Global Hawk HALE Reconnaissance UAV
RQ-4A Global Hawk is a high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial reconnaissance system which provides military field
E-3 AWACS (Sentry) Airborne Warning and Control System
The E-3 airborne warning and control system (AWACS) is built by Boeing Defense & Space Group.
AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM)
The AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missile (AMRAAM) is a new generation all-weather, missile manufactured by Raytheon.
VPT’s DC-DC Converter Awarded Military Electronic Innovators Awards Highest Honour
VPT Inc, a HEICO company (NYSE:HEI.A) (NYSE:HEI), today announced that its GaN-based SGRB series of DC-DC converters has earned the Military & Aerospace Electronics Innovators Awards Platinum recognition, its highest honour.
VPT Honoured With General Atomics Supplier of the Year Award
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc (GA-ASI) has awarded VPT the 2018 Supplier of the Year Award in recognition of the company's exceptional performance.
VPT Receives Patent for V-SHIELD Packaging Technology
VPT has earned a patent, No US 10,321,569, titled “Electronic Module and Method of Making Same” for their V-SHIELD packaging technology. VPT’s expert power supply innovators engineered V-SHIELD to provide superior operation in even the harshest conditions.
VPT Launches SGRB DC-DC Converter Series With GaN-Based Technology
VPT Inc, a HEICO company (NYSE:HEI.A) (NYSE:HEI), has released its SGRB Series of space qualified DC-DC converters at the Satellite 2019 Show, in Washington DC.
VPT SVCL2800S Series Inrush Current Limiters Given DLA Certificate
VPT’s SVCL2800S Series of space qualified inrush current limiters is now DLA qualified after being added to the DLA SMD list, SVCL285R5S and SVCL2811S released on DLA SMD #5962-16216.
VPT Introduces Another Six DLA-Qualified Parts for DC-DC Converters
VPT has released a further six DLA-qualified parts for its SVGA, SVFA, and DVFL series of DC-DC converters.
VPT Launches Division After Collaborating with SST Components
VPT has announced the addition of new division VPT Components, a collaboration formed between VPT and MIL-PRF-19500 JANS-certified semiconductor manufacturer SST Components.
Another Two Output Voltages Added to VPT’s SVHF DC-DC Converters
VPT’s SVHF Series of space-grade DC-DC converters now have two additional output voltages.
VPT’s Breakthrough Power Converter Design Awarded US Patent
VPT is constantly developing new and innovative power conversion solutions for avionics, military, space, and industrial applications. We are proud to announce that one of our recent breakthrough designs has been awarded a US patent. This is a testament to the ingenuity and expertise of our engineers who continually push the boundaries of power conversion technology.
VPT Technical Videos
VPT is pleased to be a member of the engineering community, providing useful technical resources to other engineers worldwide.
Efficient Quality Control Enables Superior Product Reliability
VPT is a proud manufacturer of power conversion solutions for critical power systems in avionics, military, and space applications. Client feedback praises VPT for having the industry’s best control processes, product reliability, and overall satisfaction. This is a result of many factors that are all bound together with VPT’s proactive quality control programme. Strict adherence to this programme, which involves every stage of product development, enables continuous improvement and superior reliability.
Exploring VPT’s Role in Ground-Breaking Space Programmes
We are amid a time of monumental importance for space technology and exploration. In the past few years alone, we’ve seen remarkable first-time accomplishments by both commercial and government space organisations, witnessing the first successful launch and landing of reusable rockets, the very first up-close images of Pluto, and the first launch of an asteroid mining mission. Additionally, vital human health and environmental issues are explored and improved regularly, thanks to the work aboard the International Space Station.
V-SHIELD® Packaging Technology: Superior Operation for Challenging Scenarios
As a global leader in power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space, and industrial applications, VPT understands the severe environments our products are destined to encounter.
VPT Presented with Distinguished Supplier Award by L3 Space & Sensors
VPT has been presented with the Distinguished Supplier Award for Outstanding On-Time Delivery by L3 Space & Sensors. VPT is one of only three suppliers to receive this award for supplier performance in 2017. The award acknowledges VPT’s commitment to delivering products to customers on time.
VPT CEO Dan Sable Inducted into Virginia Tech’s Academy of Engineering Excellence
VPT’s co-founder and CEO, Dr. Dan Sable, was one of six Virginia Tech (VT) alumni to be inducted into VT’s College of Engineering Academy of Engineering Excellence last week.
VPT Vice President of Engineering Presents at 47th Space Parts Working Group
VPT’s Vice President of Engineering, Leonard Leslie, presented company and space components updates to attendees at the 47th annual Space Parts Working Group in Torrance, CA. Guests included members from government agencies, prime system contractors and subcontractors, part suppliers, and laboratories.
Ninth Annual Virginia Tech Global Entrepreneur Challenge Commences
Virginia Tech Global Entrepreneur Challenge 2018 began this week as students and recent graduates from universities across the globe present a business model to a panel of judges.
VPT Enters Exclusive Distributor Agreement with Solid State Supplies
VPT announced it has entered an exclusive distributor agreement with Solid State Supplies for VPT’s high-reliability power conversion products in the UK and Ireland. As a division of Solid State, Solid State Supplies is a highly accredited and experienced distributor for globally recognised electronics OEMs.
VPT Introduces SVRSA Series of 6W Output Radiation Hardened DC-DC Converters
VPT (VPT®), a HEICO company, today released its single and dual output SVRSA DC-DC converters to further expand its offering of radiation hardened high-reliability space products.
VPT Releases New VXR Series DC-DC Converters
VPT has just released its dual output VXR series to increase its line of high-reliability commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) products.
VPT Engineer V-SHIELD to Offer Superior Operation
VPT have engineered V-SHIELD packaging technology to provide superior operation, even during the most adverse scenarios.
VPT Receives Platinum Level Award from Military and Aerospace Electronics 2016 Innovators Awards Programme
HEICO company VPT® announced today that its V-SHIELD® packaging technology has been recognised by the judges of the 2016 Military and Aerospace Electronics Innovators Awards programme with the highest, platinum level award.
VPT Adds Industrial Level VHR Series DC-DC Converter Line
VPT now offers its VHR Series of industrial level DC-DC converters and EMI filters, available in models ranging from 5W to 100W.
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1971 Kraft Drive
Blacksburg
VA 24060
Virginia
United States of America
