Richardson, Texas, --October 28, 2008--NetPower announces the release of a new series
of high power, high efficiency point of load (POL) converters with 12V input.  These converters
have DOSA standard footprint in a low profile 1.3'' x 0.53''x 0.38''SMT package. The NES1
converters accommodate a wide input range from 8.5V to 18V.  The output is preset to 0.75V
and can be programmed up to 5.5V.  The NES1 converters produce output current/power up to
30A/85W at up to 96% efficiency, leading the power level and the performance in such a small
footprint.   
 
NES1 converters offer a comprehensive protection features including input under-voltage
protection, output short-circuit protection, over temperature protection.  Output over-voltage
protection is offered as an optional feature to give extra protection to critical loads.  Other option
features include negative/positive enable logic, output voltage tracking/sequencing, and the
base-plate for enhanced thermal performance.
 
Samples of the NES1 converters are available immediately.  
 
 
NetPower Technologies develops and manufactures high-performance and cost competitive DC-
DC power products in both standard and custom formats.  The company's products are widely
used in the network, communication, industrial, medical, military and automotive markets.
NetPower's corporate headquarters, engineering, marketing, sales, and a low-volume production
facility are located in Richardson Texas.  NetPower also has a full scale operation in China
covering sales, support, engineering, and manufacturing.   
  For more information about NetPower Technologies, visit www.netpowercorp.com or call toll
 free 866-NETPOWER.