FlexiCharge Series
- Technology
- Battery and capacity power chargers
- Partner
- Excelsys / Advanced Energy
The FlexiCharge series provides an all-in-one power platform for demanding medical and industrial pulsed-power systems. It combines a fast high-voltage capacitor charger with an integrated low-voltage AC-DC supply, reducing the need for separate power modules. This simplifies system design for applications such as surgical lasers, dermatology lasers, IPL equipment, control electronics, pumps, and cooling subsystems. The series supports configurable low-voltage outputs through up to five module slots, allowing designers to tailor the supply to multiple subsystem requirements. With analog programming and PMBus digital control, users can precisely monitor and manage charging behavior and system outputs. Medical certification to IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2 helps reduce compliance effort in healthcare equipment. The compact fan-cooled construction also supports high power density in space-constrained installations. Overall, FlexiCharge is designed for reliable, stable, and efficient performance where fast repeatable capacitor charging is critical.
The FlexiCharge series is engineered for applications that need both rapid high-voltage capacitor charging and dependable low-voltage system power from one platform. It is especially well suited to medical laser systems, where compact integration, repeatable pulse performance, and compliance with medical safety standards are essential.
By combining the charger section with a configurable multi-output AC-DC supply, the series helps reduce wiring complexity, save enclosure space, and streamline approval work for OEM developers.
Range features
A high level overview of what this range offers
- High capacitor charging power: Up to 1500 W on FC1500 and up to 2500 W on FC2500, enabling fast recharge times for pulsed laser applications.
- Integrated 800 W AC-DC supply: Provides configurable low-voltage system power within the same unit, eliminating the need for a separate auxiliary power supply.
- Up to 10 isolated outputs: Five module slots support single or dual output modules for flexible system power distribution.
- Series and parallel output flexibility: Output modules can be combined to achieve higher voltage or higher current where required.
- 0 to 1000 VDC charger output: Supports high-voltage capacitor charging across a broad operating range.
- Excellent pulse-to-pulse stability: Helps maintain consistent delivered energy in precision medical and industrial pulsed systems.
- Analog and PMBus control: Supports simple analog programming as well as digital monitoring and management for advanced integration.
- Medical-grade compliance: Approved to IEC 60601-1 3rd edition and IEC 60601-1-2 4th edition EMC standards.
- Compact fan-cooled package: Approximately 348 x 145 x 106 mm with internal fan cooling for straightforward installation.
- High reliability design: MTBF greater than 900,000 hours with surge protection for demanding continuous-use environments.
What’s in this range?
All the variants in the range and a comparison of what they offer
| Specification | FC1500 (1.5 kJ) | FC2500 (2.5 kJ) |
|---|---|---|
Capacitor charger output power (max) | 1500 W nominal, up to 1650 W user set | 2500 W nominal, up to 2750 W user set |
Low-voltage AC-DC output power (max) | 800 W | 800 W |
Total available power | ~2300 W | ~3300 W |
High-voltage output range | 0 to 1000 VDC | 0 to 1000 VDC |
Max charger output current | ~6 A | ~10 A |
AC input range | 85 to 264 VAC | 120 to 264 VAC |
Nominal input voltage | 100 to 240 VAC | 200 to 240 VAC |
Power factor at full load | ~0.85 | ~0.95 |
Typical efficiency | ~85% | ~85% |
Module slots / max outputs | 5 slots / up to 10 outputs | 5 slots / up to 10 outputs |
Cooling | Internal fan cooled | Internal fan cooled |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 348 x 145 x 106 mm | 348 x 145 x 106 mm |
Operating temperature | 0°C to +40°C | 0°C to +40°C |
FAQs
for FlexiCharge Series
The two models share the same core concept, mechanical format, configurable low-voltage output architecture, and medical safety approvals. The main difference is capacitor charging capability: the FC1500 provides up to 1500 W nominal charging power with approximately 6 A maximum charger current, while the FC2500 provides up to 2500 W nominal charging power with approximately 10 A maximum charger current. This makes the FC2500 better suited to higher pulse rates or larger stored energy requirements.
Yes. The FlexiCharge architecture is designed to provide high-voltage capacitor charging and low-voltage system power simultaneously within the total combined power capability of the unit. In practical terms, this allows the same supply to charge the capacitor bank while also powering control electronics, displays, pumps, and cooling functions.
The series uses plug-in output modules, allowing a highly configurable low-voltage supply arrangement. Available module types include common single outputs such as 5 V, 12 V, 24 V, and 48 V, as well as dual-output options and wide-adjust variants. A high-voltage 200 V module is also available for specialized requirements. Up to five modules can be installed, providing as many as 10 isolated outputs.
The high-voltage charger can be controlled through analog programming or through a PMBus digital interface. This allows users to set charging voltage, manage power limits, monitor key operating parameters, and integrate the supply into either simple hardware-controlled systems or more advanced digitally managed platforms.
Yes. The series is designed for medical use and is approved to IEC 60601-1 3rd edition for safety and IEC 60601-1-2 4th edition for EMC. This helps medical device developers reduce compliance effort and integrate a pre-qualified power platform into systems such as surgical, dermatology, and IPL laser equipment.
Typical applications include medical and aesthetic laser systems, IPL equipment, pulsed energy devices, and other systems that need both rapid high-voltage capacitor charging and multiple auxiliary low-voltage rails. The integrated approach is also valuable in industrial and scientific pulsed-power systems where space savings, reduced wiring, and stable repeatable performance are important.
