Power modules have undergone a significant transformation- from simple power sources into critical enablers of system scalability, performance, and energy efficiency. This evolution is driven by the increasing demand for energy resilience, industrial transformation and enhancement. MEAN WELL, the global leader in standard power supply solutions, will adopt an application-oriented approach and work in close collaboration with distributors to showcase the effectiveness of their diversified product portfolios in practical applications at the upcoming Automation Taipei 2025.
Partnering with distributors to develop complete solutions for automation, green energy
Tony Hsieh, Section Manager of MEAN WELL's Technical Service Center, indicated that the company's focus at this exhibition is on automation and green energy applications. Distributors will leverage their expertise in automation applications to incorporate MEAN WELL's green energy and backup power products.
Hsieh further noted that the company's product designs follow cross-industry standards, efficiently fulfilling the application requirements of distributors in their specific sectors. In the field of humanoid robotics, MEAN WELL provides an array of charging power options, including wall-mounted designs, high-power density models, and fanless or fan-equipped configurations. These technologies can be easily adapted for various scenarios, including outdoor applications. Moreover, they support CAN bus communication and system-level integration, ensuring a stable power supply.
The characteristics offer a broader range of collaborative models between MEAN WELL and its distribution partners. Partners leverage their technical expertise and capabilities to integrate MEAN WELL's standard products and related components as a foundational element in their offering, in addition to traditional product sales. Furthermore, by applying their professional integration capabilities—tailored to specific application scenarios—they co-develop comprehensive solutions that deliver significant added value.
At Automation Taipei 2025, factory automation specialist YAU-YIH Enterprise will present a complete industrial robotic arm display solution powered by MEAN WELL's automation-oriented power supplies. RiKO, specialist in smart lighting control, will showcase the integration of MEAN WELL's Matter wireless and DALI wired dimming controllers with its proprietary sensors for use in industrial and commercial automation scenarios. JIDIEN will exhibit its most recent XDR and XTR series DIN-rail power supplies, as well as the next-generation mobile energy storage system, the NTN-5K, highlighting its advancements in energy storage applications and power integration.
MEAN WELL's distributors will present backup power solutions for energy applications. Integrating redundant power supplies with control modules allows automation systems to securely retain operational progress, document work steps, and ensure a consistent power supply during outages, thereby reducing equipment loss and downtime expenses.
Hsieh stated that MEAN WELL's target applications prioritize energy conservation, green energy and smart systems. These technologies prioritize high-efficiency energy conversion, support a variety of communication protocols, and enable remote monitoring. They can be integrated with other products to enhance energy storage and feedback systems in both grid-connected and off-grid setups, effectively fulfilling the stability and intelligent energy demands of modern automation systems. This presentation leverages distributors' expert integration capabilities, combining MEAN WELL power modules with green energy and backup products to create a unified system that provides significant value-added services to end customers.
The simultaneous release of key products aims to greatly improve industrial control and energy storage applications solutions
MEAN WELL will exhibit a variety of key products at this exhibition, in addition to the two target applications. These products include the XDR series DIN-rail power modules, the BIC-2200 bidirectional power supply, the LOP-200/300 ultra-thin PCB power supplies, and other solutions that have garnered significant industry attention.
The XDR, XDR-E, and XTR represent significant enhancements to MEAN WELL's DIN-rail power supply product line, effectively tackling spatial limitations, thermal management, and communication needs within the industrial and automation sectors. The three products are distinctly categorized: the XDR serves as the premium flagship with superior performance and extensive communication capabilities; the XDR-E presents a budget-friendly alternative; and the XTR accommodates three-phase input, rendering it appropriate for substantial loads and extended usage
. series can function at full capacity at 60 degrees Celsius. These products meet international safety standards such as CB, TUV, UL, CE, and UKCA, with some models offering explosion-proof and maritime safety certifications.
The BIC-2200 is a bidirectional AC/DC power supply designed to support various energy storage applications by facilitating both charging and discharging operations. It can be paralleled with a maximum of five units for a total output of 11kW, delivering 2200W of power per unit in a 1U ultra-slim rack-mount design. It possesses a bidirectional conversion efficiency of 93% and switching rates of one millisecond. Furthermore, it has an optional CAN bus interface for connection with energy management systems. This product is TUV/UL 62368-1 and CE certified, and adheres to the IEC 62477-1 grid-connection standard. It includes comprehensive protective measures, including islanding protection, overvoltage, overload, short-circuit, and overtemperature safeguards, rendering it appropriate for battery manufacturing and energy scheduling applications like vehicle-to-vehicle (V2G) systems.
The LOP-200/300 series is an ultra-thin, high-power PCB-mounted power supply, measuring 4×2×1 inches and around 25mm in thickness. They are offered in 200W and 300W variants, featuring a maximum output capacity of 150% and an output voltage range of 12-54V. They can operate reliably at altitudes of up to 5,000 meters and within a temperature range of -40 to 80 degrees Celsius. The LOP-200/300 series has obtained numerous international safety certifications, including IEC 62368-1, IEC 60601-1, and IEC 61558-1/60335-1. They demonstrate a conversion efficiency of up to 94%, and a leakage current of 500µA, and an integrated auxiliary power supply of 12V/0.5A. The entire series comes with a three-year warranty.
Product and application solution partner: MEAN WELL and distributors building a complete value chain
At Automation Taipei 2025, MEAN WELL will present the outcomes of its strategic evolution into a comprehensive product and application solutions partner. Distributors can leverage their specialized expertise, together with MEAN WELL's extensive standardized product line, to create a full value chain from product to application. Hsieh indicated that driven by a triadic strategy of module standardization, application orientation, and customization support, MEAN WELL is moving beyond the traditional role of a power supply manufacturer and evolving into an application-driven power solution partner. In the future, MEAN WELL will enhance its flexible integration and application extension capabilities across automation, energy storage, AI computing, medical care, and high-density equipment. Through close collaboration with industry partners, the company aims to deliver efficient, safe, and stable smart solutions.
Caption: XTR Series Ultra-Thin, High-Efficiency, and Durable DIN Rail Power Supply.
Caption: XDR-E Next-Generation Ultra-Thin DIN Rail Power Supply.
Article edited by Joseph Tsai