30 Watt NT Single Series DC/DC Converters Features ! Only 2.02" x 1.62" x 0.55" high ! -40° to +90°C case operating range standard ! Very low OFF current, 1 mA typically ! Transient overvoltage protected output ! Overcurrent and overtemperature protection ! Up to 86% efficiency ! 5 Year Warranty Selection Chart Input Range VDC Min Max Model Description These single output DC/DC converters are designed to provide a wide range of PCB mount power solutions. The wide 2:1 input voltage range covers the common American and European telecom standards. Output VDC Output mA 48S5.5000NT 36.0 72.0 5.0 5000 48S12.2500NT 36.0 72.0 12.0 2500 48S15.2000NT 36.0 72.0 15.0 2000 For flexibility, a trim pin is included to adjust the output voltage. Use it to compensate for voltage drops in your system’s wiring or to achieve non standard voltages. Use the remote ON/OFF function to maximize battery life. The NT Single Series continues the CALEX tradition of reliable design by including transient overvoltage suppressor diode protection at the output terminals. Also provided as standard are overcurrent and overtemperature protection circuits. These features assure zero failure rate operation when using the NT Single Series. All CALEX products are backed by a 5 Year Warranty. 25 - 30 Watt NT Single Series Block Diagram SHIELDED ISOLATION TRANSFORMER THERMAL SHUTDOWN A C + INPUT 3 D 5 CMN CURRENT MODE PWM - INPUT 2 4 + OUTPUT 6 TRIM ON/OFF 1 Output C D 5 270µF 6.8V 12 40µF 15V 15 40µF 18V ISOLATED FEEDBACK FIVE-SIDED SHIELDED COPPER CASE LOW TC BANDGAP REFERENCE 2401 Stanwell Drive • Concord, California 94520 • Ph: 925/687-4411 or 800/542-3355 • Fax: 925/687-3333 • www.calex.com • Email: [email protected] 1 3/2001 30 Watt NT Single Series DC/DC Converters Input Parameters* Model Voltage Range Input Current Full Load No Load Efficiency Switching Frequency Maximum Input Overvoltage, 100ms No Damage Turn-on Time MIN TYP MAX TYP TYP TYP 48S5.5000NT 48S12.2500NT 630 4 84 36.0 48.0 72.0 730 4 86 48S15.2000NT Units VDC 730 4 86 mA % TYP 200 kHz MAX 85 VDC 10 ms TYP Recommended Fuse (2) Output Parameters* Model Output Voltage Load Regulation Min-Max Full Load Line Regulation Vin = Min-Max VDC Short Term Stability (4) MIN MAX MIN TYP MAX TYP MAX TYP MAX TYP Long Term Stability Transient Response (5) Dynamic Response (6) Input Ripple Rejection (7) TYP TYP TYP TYP Noise, 0-20MHz bw (8) TYP TYP MAX TYP Rated Load (3) Voltage Range 100% Load Temperature Coefficient Overvoltage Clamp Short Circuit Protection to Common for all Outputs 48S5.5000NT 48S12.2500NT 48S15.2000NT Units 5 1250 5000 4.950 5.000 5.050 0.5 1.0 12 625 2500 11.900 12.000 12.100 0.2 1.0 0.2 1.0 <0.02 15 500 2000 14.900 15.000 15.100 0.2 1.0 VDC 6.8 VDC % % % <0.05 200 300 60 125 80 mA 200 300 1% of output voltage 50 150 15 18 Provides continuous protection with current limiting and thermal overload techniques %/kHrs µs mV peak dB mV P-P ppm/°C VDC NOTES * (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) All parameters measured at Tc=25 °C case temperature, nominal input voltage and full rated load unless otherwise noted. Refer to the CALEX Application Notes for definition of terms, measurement circuits and other information. See our application note on fusing DC/DC converters. Minimum load required for rated regulation only. Module will not be damaged if run at less than minimum load. Short term stability is specified after a 30 minute warm-up at full load, and with constant line, load and ambient conditions. The transient response is specified as the time required to settle from 50 to 75% step load change (rise time of step = 20µSec.) to a 1% error band. Dynamic response is the peak overshoot voltage during the transient response time defined in note 5. (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) The input ripple rejection is specified for DC to 120Hz ripple with a modulation amplitude of 1% Vin. Noise is measured per CALEX Application Notes. Output noise is measured with a 0.01µF ceramic connected directly across the output pins. The ON/OFF pin is Open Collector TTL, CMOS, and relay compatible. The input to this pin is referenced to Pin 2, -Input and is protected to +100 VDC. Case is tied to Pin 3, +Input. Full output trim range may not be available at full load and minimum input voltage. Full trim is guaranteed from minimum input voltage +5% and full load. The case thermal impedance is specified as the case temperature rise over ambient per package watt dissipated. Specifications subject to change without notice. A 2401 Stanwell Drive • Concord, California 94520 • Ph: 925/687-4411 or 800/542-3355 • Fax: 925/687-3333 • www.calex.com • Email: [email protected] 2 3/2001 30 Watt NT Single Series DC/DC Converters General Specifications* All Models ON/OFF Function (9) ON Logic Level or Leave Pin Open OFF Logic Level Input Resistance Converter Idle Current ON/OFF Pin Low Isolation Isolation Voltage (10) 10µA Leakage Input-Output Input to Output Capacitance Output Trim Function Units MIN 8.0 VDC MAX TYP 2.0 100 VDC kohms TYP <1 mA MIN 1544 VDC TYP 300 pF BOTTOM VIEW SIDE VIEW Mechanical tolerances unless otherwise noted: X.XX dimensions: ±0.020 inches Input Resistance Programming Range (11) Environmental Case Operating Range No Derating Storage Range Thermal Impedance (12) Thermal Shutdown Case Temperature General Unit Weight TYP MIN 20 ±5 MIN MAX MIN MAX TYP -40 +90 -55 100 10 °C/Watt TYP 100 °C TYP 1.9 Chassis Mounting Kit X.XXX dimensions: ±0.005 inches kohms % Seal around terminals is not hermetic. Do not immerse units in any liquid. Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 °C °C Function ON/OFF -INPUT +INPUT +OUTPUT CMN TRIM oz MS8 25-30 Watt NT Single Typical Application Figure 1 shows the recommended connections for the NT Singles. Capacitor C1 is required for proper operation (see below). The trim and ON/OFF pins can be safely left floating if they are not used. The input fuse should not be omitted. The fuse prevents unlimited current from flowing in the case of a catastrophic system failure, and also protects the DC/DC converter input circuit. SIZE TRACES FOR 1 AMP DC MAXIMUM FUSE TO INPUT SOURCE 3 + INPUT C1 SIZE TRACES APPROPRIATELY FOR LOAD REQUIREMENTS A + OUTPUT 4 D1 * LOAD 2 - INPUT CMN 5 1 ON/OFF TRIM 6 * C1 - Is required for proper operation, see text D1 - Overvoltage clamp is optional, see text * PINS 1 AND 6 MAY BE LEFT FLOATING IF NOT USED Figure 1. Recommended application circuit for NT Single Series 2401 Stanwell Drive • Concord, California 94520 • Ph: 925/687-4411 or 800/542-3355 • Fax: 925/687-3333 • www.calex.com • Email: [email protected] 3 3/2001 30 Watt NT Single Series DC/DC Converters Sizing The Input Capacitor Solution For maximum reliability the NT Single Series must use a capacitor of sufficient ripple handling capability connected across the input pins. The probable result of undersizing (over stressing) this capacitor is increased self heating, shortening of the capacitors and hence shortening of your systems’ life. Oversizing the capacitor can have a negative effect on your product’s cost and size, although this kind of overdesign does not result in shorter life of any components. There is no one optimum value for this capacitor. The size and capacity are dependent on the following factors: According to the NT Single Series “Reflected Input Ripple Vs. Line Input” curve at 40 VDC input and 5 Amps output (100% of rated load), the reflected input ripple can be read as 975 mA RMS. From the derating guidelines the capacitor’s rated voltage and ripple current can be determined. Capacitor voltage rating is calculated as: V= 1 Voltage Derating Factor x Maximum Expected Input V= 1) Expected ambient temperature and your temperature derating guidelines 1 x 52 = 74 Volts or greater 0.7 1 I = Current Derating Factor x Reflected Ripple 2) Your ripple current derating guidelines 3) The maximum anticipated load on the converter 1 = 0.7 x 975mA = 1.39 A RMS or greater at 45°C 4) The minimum input voltage expected on the converter 5) The statistical probability that your system will spend a significant amount of time at any worst case extreme (40° C ambient + 5° C for self heating) A capacitor selection can now be made. Look only at controlled low ESR types (where the ESR is specified as a maximum) because these usually have the highest ripple current capability per unit volume. Factors 1 and 2 are determined by your system design guidelines. These can range from 50% to 100% of the manufacturer’s rated maximum, although a usual derating factor is 70% of manufacturer’s maximum limit. 70% derating means that if the capacitor manufacturer says their capacitor can do 1 A RMS and 100 VDC you would not use the part over 700 mA RMS and 70 VDC. Surge voltage rating should also be evaluated against any expected voltage surges when selecting a capacitor working voltage. Be careful to compare apples to apples. Some manufacturers specify their capacitors at 85°C and others specify at 105°C. The manufacturers give temperature derating guidelines so all capacitors should be normalized to your maximum ambient (plus 5°C to account for self heating) before making a selection. Since the NT Single Series operates at 200 kHz the frequency usually does not have to be derated since most modern low ESR capacitors are rated at 100 kHz or more. Factors 3 and 4 realistically determine the worst case ripple current. The reflected ripple current increases with output load and increases as the input voltage decreases. So if you are running with a solid 48 VDC input and at 50% load your capacitors required ripple current rating would decrease by more than 2:1 from what would be required for operation at 36 VDC with full load (see the “Input Reflected Ripple” curve). One note: The temperature derating multipliers are based on the capacitor’s expected life at 105°C. The life of a capacitor operating at a significantly lower temperature will not be greater if the ripple current in the part is increased over the 105°C rating. This means that a capacitor rated for 1 A RMS current at 105°C and 2 A RMS at 50°C will have the same life if used at either point while the same capacitor used at 1 A RMS and 50°C will have a longer life. Factor 5 is not easy to quantify. At CALEX, we can make no assumptions about a customer’s system so we design for continuous operation at worst case extremes. A Example Of Capacitor Sizing Given the following conditions, select the minimum size capacitor needed to provide reliable performance: Suggested Capacitor Sources Suitable capacitors can be acquired from the following sources: Converter ........................................ 48S5.5000NT United Chemi-Con SXE, RXC, RZ and RZA Series Suggested Part: SXE100VB221M12.5X35LL 220µF, 100V, 105°C Rated ESR=0.087 Ohms Allowable Ripple=1.04 A @ 105°C Minimum Input Voltage ................... Voltage 40 VDC Maximum Input Voltage .................. Voltage 52 VDC Maximum Load ............................... 5 Amps Maximum Ambient Temperature .... 40°C Your Capacitor Voltage Derating Guideline ............... 70% of Maximum Specification Your Capacitor Current Derating Guideline ............... 70% of Maximum Specification Nichicon Suggested Part: PR and PF UPR100102MPHRH 1000µF, 100V, 105°C Rated ESR=0.047 Ohms Allowable Ripple=1.32 A @ 105°C Panasonic Suggested Part: HFE Series ECEA2AFE221L 220µF, 100V, 105°C Rated ESR=0.089 Ohms Allowable Ripple=1.04 A @ 105°C 2401 Stanwell Drive • Concord, California 94520 • Ph: 925/687-4411 or 800/542-3355 • Fax: 925/687-3333 • www.calex.com • Email: [email protected] 4 3/2001 30 Watt NT Single Series DC/DC Converters The suggested capacitors will work for any line and load condition, however, they may be oversized for your application. High ripple current film capacitors may also be used and may provide longer life or smaller size. Low Noise Output Filtering Circuit Extra output filtering is easy with the NT Series due to the high, constant 200 kHz switching frequency. The optional circuit shown in figure 3 can reduce the output noise to 15 mV p-p on a 5 Volt output converter and 40 mV p-p on 12 and 15 Volt output converters. The inductor should be sized appropriately for your maximum load current. No extra large capacitance is required on the output of the converter other than the components shown and the standard bypassing on your PCB. Large, low ESR capacitors on the output of the converter can actually make the output noise worse or cause oscillation. Low Noise Input Filtering Circuit To reduce the input reflected ripple to less than 100 mA peakto-peak the circuit shown in Figure 2 may be used. Use reasonable caution when selecting an inductor other than the one specified. Nearly any 105°C rated capacitor can be used for the 10µF / 100V part. To prevent input filter peaking the ESR should be in the range of 0.5 to 2 ohms. Do not use the lowest ESR capacitor available for this part. This will render the filter ineffective. See the CALEX application note on “Understanding Output Impedance” for more information. Remote ON/OFF Circuit Operation THIS CAPACITOR IS REQUIRED FOR PROPER OPERATION FUSE 20 µH, 1000 mA The remote ON/OFF pin is best applied as follows: To turn the unit off, the ON/OFF pin should be tied to the Input pin. This is best done by an open collector arrangement or contact closure. 3 + INPUT To turn the unit on, let the ON/OFF pin float. 10 µF 100 V TO INPUT SOURCE If the remote ON/OFF pin is not used, it may be safely left floating. There is a 100K internal pull-up resistor inside the unit to +9 Volts DC. 2 - INPUT Other applications of the ON/OFF function can be found in the application note, “Understanding the Remote ON/OFF Function”. Figure 2. Low noise input filter circuit Input Overvoltage Protection Proper Application Of The Trim Pin As shown in figure 1, optional transient overvoltage protection may be used at the input of the converter. This should be considered if your application circuit could present a voltage greater than the NT Series maximum transient voltage listed on the data sheet. This device could also serve as a reverse input voltage protector if used with a suitable fuse. The trim pin is used to adjust the output voltage slightly to compensate for voltage drops in the system’s wiring. Figure 4 shows the proper application of the trim pin. Either a 10K trimpot or fixed resistors may be used. Other applications for the TRIM function can be found in the CALEX application note, “Applying the Remote Sense and Trim Functions on DC/DC Converters.” Use one resistor for either trim up or trim down. The values can range from infinity to zero ohms with zero ohms providing the most trim. A + OUTPUT L1 4 + OUT 4 C1 CMN C2 C3 TRIM 6 + OUT 4 10K LOAD CMN 5 5 L1 = 5µH C1, C3 = 0.01µF, CERAMIC C2 = 10µF/35V, TANTALUM USING TRIMPOT Figure 3. Low noise output filter circuit TRIM 6 CMN 5 TRIM DOWN LOAD TRIM UP USING FIXED RESISTORS Figure 4. Output trim methods 2401 Stanwell Drive • Concord, California 94520 • Ph: 925/687-4411 or 800/542-3355 • Fax: 925/687-3333 • www.calex.com • Email: [email protected] 5 3/2001 30 Watt NT Single Series DC/DC Converters The NT Single Series has a thermal impedance of 10°C per package Watt dissipated. During normal operation the NT Single Series can be expected to run at 86% efficiency at 48 VDC and full load. This means that the NT Single Series is dissipating nearly 5 Watts internally at full load. This, therefore, translates to a package temperature rise of 50°C (10°C/Watt x 5 Watts dissipated). 5.2, 8.5 and 10 Volt Output Applications The NT series can be adjusted easily for other non-standard output voltages. To get a 5.2 Volt output use a 5 Volt output converter and trim the output up to 5.2 Volts. To get either a 8.5, 9 or 10 Volt output use a 12 Volt output converter and trim the output down (12 Volt NT converters typically trim down to 8.5 Volts). The output power must be limited to either 25 or 30 Watts when trimming the output up (the output current must be reduced to keep a constant power output). When trimming the output down, the output current must be kept at or below the maximum current listed for that model. The maximum rated case temperature for the NT Series is 90°C. This means that, in the absence of other heat sources (including the load that the converter is powering) and with at least 3 inches of clearance, the NT Single Series can be expected to operate at full load in an ambient temperature of 40°C. Temperature Derating Guidelines Additional heat sinks or cooling air flow can extend the ambient temperature of operation significantly. Care must be taken in the application of all power devices. Be sure to account for the self heating in your instrument due to the power converter and the loads. For minimum temperature gradient, the hottest components should be mounted at the bottom of your system (bottom of a vertical PCB) and the coolest components at the top of the system. This will help to even the temperature of the entire system and prevent temperature gradients. In the event of system cooling blockage or failure, the thermal shut-off of the NT Single Series will prevent any catastrophic power converter failure. When the ambient temperature cools below the thermal limit temperature the NT Single Series will re-start. Typical Performance (Tc=25°C, Vin=Nom VDC, Rated Load). EFFICIENCY Vs. LINE INPUT VOLTAGE EFFICIENCY Vs. LOAD 90 INPUT RIPPLE CURRENT Vs. LINE INPUT VOLTAGE 1.2 90 100% LOAD 85 50% LOAD INPUT RIPPLE (A RMS) EFFICIENCY(%) EFFICIENCY (%) 1.1 85 1.0 100% LOAD 0.9 0.8 A 0.7 0.6 75% LOAD 50% LOAD 0.5 0.4 0.3 80 80 35 45 55 65 75 0.2 0 10 20 30 LINE INPUT (VDC) 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 30 40 50 LOAD (%) INPUT CURRENT Vs. LINE INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE Vs. OUTPUT LOAD 1.4 60 70 80 LINE INPUT (VDC) OUTPUT VOLTAGE Vs CASE TEMPERATURE 0.2 120 1.0 0.8 100% LOAD 0.6 0.4 NORMALIZED OUTPUT (%) OUTPUT VOLTAGE (%) INPUT CURRENT (AMPS) 110 1.2 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 0.2 50% LOAD 0 10 20 30 40 50 LINE INPUT (VOLTS) 60 70 -0.1 -0.2 -0.3 -0.4 10 0.0 0 0.1 -0.0 80 -0.5 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 OUTPUT LOAD (%) 160 180 200 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 CASE TEMPERATURE (Deg C) 2401 Stanwell Drive • Concord, California 94520 • Ph: 925/687-4411 or 800/542-3355 • Fax: 925/687-3333 • www.calex.com • Email: [email protected] 6 3/2001