������������������������������� ���� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �������������������������������������������������������������� INTRODUCTION This easy-to-use kit provides a platform for the evaluation of power op amps that use the PA74 pin-out configuration. It can be used to analyze a multitude of standard or proprietary circuit configurations. In addition, it is flexible enough to do most standard amplifier test configurations. The schematic for 1/2 of the PC board is shown in Figure 2. The schematic for the other half is identical except part reference designators are primed (i.e. R1 = R1'). Note that all of the components shown on the schematic will probably not be used for any single circuit. The component locations on the PC board (See Figure 3) provide maximum flexibility for a variety of configurations. Also included are loops for current probes as well as connection pads on the edge of the PC board for easy interconnects. The hardware required to mount the PC board and the device under evaluation to the heatsink are included in the kit. Because of the limitless combination of configurations and component values that can be used, no other parts are included in this kit. However, generic formulas and guidelines are included in the APEX DATABOOK and this evaluation kit documentation. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED • All Apex amplifiers should be handled using proper ESD precautions! • Initially set all power supplies to the minimum operating levels allowed in the device data sheet. • Check for oscillations. • Always use the heatsink included in this kit with thermal grease or a TW03 and torque the part to the specified 4-7 in-lbs (.45-.79 N•M). • Do not change connections while the circuit is under power. • Never exceed any of the absolute maximums listed in the device data sheet. • Always use adequate power supply bypassing. • Remember that internal power does not equal load power. • Do not count on internal diodes to protect the output against sustained, high frequency, high energy kickback pulses. PARTS LIST Part # HS11 EVAL02 MS03 HWRE01 TW03 Description Heatsink PC Board Mating Socket Hardware Kit Thermal Washer Quantity 1 1 2 1 1 Box/10 HWRE01 contains the following: 4 #8 Panhead Screw 4 #6 x 1.25" Panhead Screw 4 #8 .375" Hex Spacer 4 #6 x 5/16" Hex Nut 4 #8 1.00" Hex Standoff 2 #6 x 1/4" Hex Nut ASSEMBLY HINTS The mating sockets included with this kit have recessed nut sockets for mounting the device under evaluation. This allows assembly from one side of the heatsink, making it easy to swap devices under evaluation. The sizes of the stand-offs were selected to allow proper spacing of the board-to-heatsink and allow enough height for components when the assembly is inverted. ASSEMBLY 1. Insert a #6 x 5/16" hex nut in each of the nut socket recesses located on the bottom of the mating socket. 2. Insert the socket into the pc board until it is firmly pressed against the ground plane side of the pc board. 3. Solder the socket in place (see Figure 1). Be sure the nuts are in the recesses prior to soldering. 4. Mount the PC board assembly to the heatsink using the stand-offs and spacers included. 5. Apply thermal grease or a TW03 to the bottom of the device under evaluation. Insert into the mating socket through the heatsink. 6. Use the #6 x 1.25" panhead screws to mount the amplifier to the heat sink. Do not overtorque. Recommended mounting torque is 4-7 in-lbs (.45-.79 N•M). Mounting precautions, general operating considerations, and heatsinking information may be found in the APEX DATA BOOK. NOTE: Refer to HS11 Heatsink in Accessories section Figure 1 �������� ������������ ������� �������� �������� �������� ���������� ������������� ������������� ���������������� �������� ������������� �������� �������� ������������ APEX MICROTECHNOLOGY CORPORATION • TELEPHONE (520) 690-8600 • FAX (520) 888-3329 • ORDERS (520) 690-8601 • EMAIL [email protected] 1 EK21 EVALUATION KIT FOR PA74 PIN-OUT �� �� �� �� ��� TYPICAL COMPONENT FUNCTIONS Figure 3. COMPONENT R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 R7 �������� R13 R14 R15 R16 R17 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 C10 C11 C12 D1,2,3,4 C13-16 ��� ��� ��� �� ��� ��� ��� ���� ��� ���� ��� ��� ���� ���� ���� ���� ��� ���� �� ��� ��� ��� ��� � �� ��� � ��� ��� ������ ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� �� ������������� ���������� �� �� �� ��� ��� �� ����� ��� � � � �� �� �� �� �� � � �� �� �� � ����� ��� �� �� �� �� ��� � �� �� � �� ���� �� �� �� �� � ������ ��� ��� ��� ���� ��� �� ���� ���� ���� ���� �� ���� �� �� R12 � ��� ��� ��� ��� �� ��� R9 R10 R11 ��� ��� �� ��� R8 FUNCTION Feedback resistor, A side Input resistor, B side, bridge mode Feedback resistor, B side Input resistor, B side Input resistor, A side Input bias current measurement (Note 4) Output current sense resistor or loop for current probe Output current sense resistor or loop for current probe Input bias current measurement (Note 4) Noise gain compensation (Note 1) Resistor divider network for single supply bias (Note 2) Resistor divider network for single supply bias (Note 2) Noise gain compensation (Note 1) Input bias current measurement Input bias current measurement Resistor divider network for single supply bias (Note 2) Resistor divider network for single supply bias (Note 2) Input coupling AC gain set AC gain or stability (Note 1) Power supply bypass Power supply bypass AC gain or stability (Note 1) AC gain set Input coupling Noise gain compensation (Note 1) Noise gain compensation (Note 1) Power supply bypass (Note 3) Power supply bypass (Note 3) Flyback protection (Note 5) Bias node noise bypass (Note 2) � ��� ��� ��� ��� �� ��� ��� �� ��� ��� ��� ��� � �� �� � �� ��� ��� �� ���� � � � ���� ��� ��� � � ��� �� � �� �� �� ��� ��� � �� �� ��� �� �� �� ��� � ��� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��� ��� Figure 2 �� � ���� ����������� APEX MICROTECHNOLOGY CORPORATION • 5980 NORTH SHANNON ROAD • TUCSON, ARIZONA 85741 • USA • APPLICATIONS HOTLINE: 1 (800) 546-2739 2 EK21 EVALUATION KIT FOR PA74 PIN-OUT BRIDGE MODE OPERATION There are two types of bridge mode operation that will be covered in this section; dual (or split) supply and single supply. The PA74 is well suited for both types of bridge mode operation. If another vendor’s pin compatible part is to be compared to the PA74, a close look at output swing and input common mode range is in order. The features that make the PA74 an excellent choice for bridge operation are not included in most other amplifiers. A lack of common mode range may cause permanent damage to other pin compatible parts and the inability of other amplifiers to swing close to the supply rails may cause a lack of available output voltage at the load as well as increase internal dissipation. The circuit shown in Figure 4 is a dual supply bridge using the “master-slave” configuration. Resistors R 6,7,8,9,14,15 and J1 should be shorts. The available output voltage swing is Vss–(2*Vsat). If operating a PA74A at 3 Amps and 30 Volts total supply this translates to: VAB(max) = 30–(2*3.5) = 23 across the load. To set the gain of the circuit you must determine the desired voltage across the load at Vin = full scale. Inserting these values into the following equation will yield the ratio of R1 to R5. (VAB/(2*Vin)) = R1/R5 The values of R 1,2,3, and 5 should be chosen such that input bias current will not cause an error voltage that is unacceptable. Set R2 equal to R3 to configure the slave amplifier as a unity gain inverter. Figure 5 shows a typical single supply bridge circuit for an AC coupled input signal. DC coupled inputs may require a different topology to accommodate proper gain and offset terms for a desired transfer function. The gain and output voltage capability for the single supply bridge are determined the same way as the dual supply bridge (see AN#2). The difference is the bias requirement for the slave amplifier. The noninverting input of the slave amplifier should be biased at mid supply, and must be bypassed. Of course this 23 volts may be applied in either direction Figure 4 Dual Supply Bridge �� ��� �� � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� � � � �� ��� ��� �� � � �� �� �� ��� Figure 5 Single Supply Bridge � � � ��� ��� ��� �� ��� ��� �� �� ��� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��� ��� � ��� � �� �� �� �� �� ��� ��� � � �� � � �� ��� ��� ��� �� �� APEX MICROTECHNOLOGY CORPORATION • TELEPHONE (520) 690-8600 • FAX (520) 888-3329 • ORDERS (520) 690-8601 • EMAIL [email protected] 3 EK21 EVALUATION KIT FOR PA74 PIN-OUT HS11 HEATSINK NOTE The HS11 Heatsink is provided in this evaluation kit to guarantee adequate thermal design through heat removal from the part under evaluation. Once maximum power dissipation for the application is determined (refer to “General Operating Considerations” and Application Note 11 in the APEX DATA BOOK), the final mechanical design will probably require substantially less heatsinking. APEX MICROTECHNOLOGY makes no representation that the use or interconnection of the circuits described herein will not infringe on existing or future patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained herein imply the granting of licenses to make, use or sell equipment constructed in accordance therewith. NOTES:Refer to the following sections of the APEX DATA BOOK as noted. 1. See Stability section of “General Operating Considerations.” 2. See “Gen. Operating Considerations,” and AN3 “Bridge Circuit Drives.” 3. See Power Supplies section of “General Operating Considerations.” 4. See “Parameter Definitions and Test Methods.” 5. See Amplifier Protection section of “Gen. Operating Considerations.” This data sheet has been carefully CORPORATION checked and is believed to be NORTH reliable, however, no responsibility is assumed for possible inaccuracies omissions. All specifications HOTLINE: are subject to1change without notice. APEX MICROTECHNOLOGY • 5980 SHANNON ROAD • TUCSON, ARIZONA 85741 •orUSA • APPLICATIONS (800) 546-2739 4 EK21U REV I JANUARY 2005 © 2005 Apex Microtechnology Corp.