NSC LME49610

LME49610 High Performance, High Fidelity, High Current Audio Buffer
General Description
Key Specifications
The LME49610 is a high performance, low distortion high fidelity 250mA audio buffer. The LME49610 is designed for a
wide range of applications. When used inside the feedback
loop of an op amp, it increases output current, improves capacitive load drive, and eliminates thermal feedback.
The LME49610 offers a pin-selectable bandwidth: a low current, 120MHz bandwidth mode that consumes 13mA and a
wide 200MHz bandwidth mode that consumes 19mA. In both
modes the LME49610 has a nominal 2000V/μs slew rate.
Bandwidth is easily adjusted by either leaving the BW pin unconnected, connecting it to the VEE pin or connecting a resistor between the BW pin and the VEE pin.
The LME49610 is fully protected through internal current limit
and thermal shutdown.
■ Low THD+N
(VOUT = 3VRMS, f = 1kHz, Fig. 2)
■ Slew Rate
0.00003% (typ)
2000V/μs (typ)
■ High Output Current
250mA (typ)
■ Bandwidth
BW pin floating
120MHz (typ)
BW connected to VEE
200MHz (typ)
■ Supply Voltage Range
±2.25V ≤ VDD ≤ ±22V
Features
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Pin-selectable bandwidth and quiescent current
Pure fidelity. Pure performance
Short circuit protection
Thermal shutdown
TO–263 surface-mount package
Applications
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Headphone amplifier output drive stage
Line drivers
Low power audio amplifiers
High-current operational amplifier output stage
ATE pin driver buffer
Power supply regulator
Functional Block Diagram
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FIGURE 1. Functional Block Diagram
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LME49610
Connection Diagrams
TO-263 Package (Note 9)
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Top View
Order Number LME49610TS
See NS Package Number TS5B
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Top View
U — Wafer fabrication code
Z — Assembly plant
XY — 2 Digit date code
TT — Lot traceability
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Distributors for availability and specifications.
Supply Voltage
ESD Rating (Note 4)
ESD Rating (Note 5)
Storage Temperature
Junction Temperature
Thermal Resistance
46V
2000V
200V
−40°C to +150°C
150°C
θJC
4°C/W
θJA
65°C/W
θJA (Note 3)
Soldering Information
TO–263 Package (10 seconds)
20°C/W
Operating Ratings
260°C
(Note 1, Note 2)
Temperature Range
TMIN ≤ TA ≤ TMAX
Supply Voltage
−40°C ≤ TA ≤ 85°C
±2.25V to ±22V
Electrical Characteristics
The following specifications apply for VS = ±22V, fIN = 1kHz, RL = 1kΩ, unless
otherwise specified. Typicals and limits apply for TA = 25°C.
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Symbol
IQ
Parameter
Total Quiescent Current
Conditions
IOUT = 0
BW pin: No connect
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
Typical
Limit
(Note 6)
(Note 7)
13
19
15
23
Units
(Limits)
mA (max)
mA (max)
AV = 1, VOUT = 3VRMS,
THD+N
SR
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
(Note 8)
Slew Rate
RL = 32Ω, BW = 80kHz,
closed loop see Figure 2.
f = 1kHz
f = 20kHz
30 ≤ BW ≤ 180MHz
VOUT = 20VP-P, RL = 100Ω
0.000035
0.0005
%
%
2000
V/μs
110
120
MHz
MHz
180
200
MHz
MHz
AV = –3dB
BW pin: No Connect
RL = 100Ω
BW
Bandwidth
RL = 1kΩ
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
RL = 100Ω
RL = 1kΩ
Voltage Noise Density
f = 10kHz
BW pin: No Connect
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8.5
nV/√Hz (max)
f = 10kHz
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
2.7
6.5
nV/√Hz (max)
ΔV = 10V, RL = 100Ω
ts
Settling Time
1% Accuracy
BW pin: No connect
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
200
60
ns
ns
VOUT = ±10V
AV
Voltage Gain
RL = 67Ω
0.93
0.95
0.99
RL = 100Ω
RL = 1kΩ
3
0.90
0.92
0.98
V/V (min)
V/V (min)
V/V (min)
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Absolute Maximum Ratings (Note 1, Note
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Symbol
VOUT
Parameter
Voltage Output
Conditions
Typical
Limit
Units
(Limits)
(Note 6)
(Note 7)
Positive
IOUT = 10mA
IOUT = 100mA
IOUT = 150mA
VCC –1.2
VCC –1.5
VCC –1.7
VCC –1.4
VCC –1.8
VCC –2.1
V (min)
V (min)
V (min)
Negative
IOUT = –10mA
IOUT = –100mA
IOUT = –150mA
VEE +1.2
VEE +1.6
VEE +2.2
VEE +1.4
VEE +1.9
VEE +2.5
V (min)
V (min)
V (min)
IOUT
Output Current
IOUT-SC
Short Circuit Output Current
BW pin: No Connect
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
±750
±750
±785
mA
mA (max)
IB
Input Bias Current
VIN = 0V
BW pin: No Connect
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
±1.0
±3.0
±2.5
±5.0
μA (max)
μA (max)
ZIN
Input Impedance
RL = 100Ω
BW pin: No Connect
BW pin: Connected to VEE pin
7.5
5.5
VOS
Offset Voltage
VOS/°C
Offset Voltage vs Temperature
V SUPPLY
Power Supply Voltage Operating
Range
±250
±17
40°C ≤ TA ≤ +125°C
mA
MΩ
MΩ
±60
mV (max)
±100
μV/°C
±2.25
±22
V
V
Note 1: “Absolute Maximum Ratings” indicate limits beyond which damage to the device may occur, including inoperability and degradation of device reliability
and/or performance. Functional operation of the device and/or non-degradation at the Absolute Maximum Ratings or other conditions beyond those indicated in
the Recommended Operating Conditions is not implied. The Recommended Operating Conditions indicate conditions at which the device is functional and the
device should not be operated beyond such conditions. All voltages are measured with respect to the ground pin, unless otherwise specified
Note 2: The Electrical Characteristics tables list guaranteed specifications under the listed Recommended Operating Conditions except as otherwise modified
or specified by the Electrical Characteristics Conditions and/or Notes. Typical specifications are estimations only and are not guaranteed.
Note 3: The maximum power dissipation must be derated at elevated temperatures and is dictated by TJMAX, θJA, and the ambient temperature, TA. The maximum
allowable power dissipation is PDMAX = (TJMAX - TA) / θJA or the number given in Absolute Maximum Ratings, whichever is lower. For the LME49610, typical
application shown in Figure 2 with |VEE| = VCC = 15V, RL = 32Ω, the total power dissipation is 1.9W. θJA = 20°C/W for the TO-263 package mounted to 16in2
(103.2 cm2) 1oz. copper surface heat sink area.
Note 4: Human body model, applicable std. JESD22-A114C.
Note 5: Machine model, applicable std. JESD22-A115-A.
Note 6: Typical values represent most likely parametric norms at TA = +25ºC, and at the Recommended Operation Conditions at the time of product
characterization and are not guaranteed.
Note 7: Datasheet min/max specification limits are guaranteed by test or statistical analysis.
Note 8: This is the distortion of the LME49610 operating in a closed loop configuration with an LME49710. When operating in an operational amplifier's feedback
loop, the amplifier's open loop gain dominates, linearizing the system and determining the overall system distortion.
Note 9: The TS5B package is a non-isolated package. The package’s metal back and any heat sink to which it is mounted are connected to the same potential
as the –VEE pin.
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Gain vs Frequency vs Quiescent Current
VS = ±22V
Phase vs Frequency vs Quiescent Current
VS = ±22V
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Gain vs Frequency vs Power Supply Voltage
Wide BW Mode (BW pin = VEE)
Phase vs Frequency vs Supply Voltage
Wide BW Mode (BW pin = VEE)
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Gain vs Frequency vs Power Supply Voltage
Low IQ Mode (BW pin = Float)
Phase vs Frequency vs Power Supply Voltage
Low IQ Mode (BW pin = Float)
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Typical Performance Characteristics
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Gain vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Wide BW Mode (BW pin = VEE), VS = ±22V
Phase vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Wide BW Mode (BW pin = VEE), VS = ±22V
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Gain vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Low IQ Mode (BW pin = Float), VS = ±22V
Phase vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Low IQ Mode (BW pin = Float), VS = ±22V
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Gain vs Frequency vs Quiescent Current
VS = ±15V
Phase vs Frequency vs Quiescent Current
VS = ±15V
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Phase vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Wide BW Mode (BW pin = VEE), VS = ±15V
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Gain vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Low IQ Mode (BW pin = Float), VS = ±15V
Phase vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Low IQ Mode (BW pin = Float), VS = ±15V
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+PSRR vs Frequency
VS = ±15V and ±22V, Low IQ Mode
(BW pin = Float)
+PSRR vs Frequency
VS = +15V and ±22V, Wide BW Mode
(BW pin = VEE)
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Gain vs Frequency vs RLOAD
Wide BW Mode (BW pin = VEE), VS = ±15V
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−PSRR vs Frequency
VS = ±15V and ±22V, Wide BW Mode
(BW pin = VEE)
−PSRR vs Frequency
VS = ±15V and ±22V, Low IQ Mode
(BW pin = Float)
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Quiescent Current vs Bandwidth Control Resistance
VS = ±15V (Bottom) & VS = ±22V (Top)
THD+N vs Output Voltage
VS = ±15V, RL = 32Ω, f = 1kHz
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Wide BW Noise Curve
(BW pin = VEE)
Low IQ Noise Curve
(BW pin = Float)
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Typical Application Diagram
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FIGURE 2. High Performance, High Fidelity LME49610 Audio Buffer Application
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The audio input signal is applied to the input jack (HP31 or
J1/J2) and dc-coupled to the volume control, VR1. The output
signal from VR1’s wiper is applied to the non-inverting input
of U2-A, an LME49720 High Performance, High Fidelity audio
operational amplifier. U2-A’s signal gain is set by resistors R2
and R4. To allow for a DC-coupled signal path and to ensure
minimal output DC voltage regardless of the closed-loop gain,
the other half of the U2 is configured as a DC servo. By constantly monitoring U2-A’s output, the servo creates a voltage
that compensates for any DC voltage that may be present at
the output. A correction voltage is generated and applied to
the feedback node at U2-A, pin 2. The servo ensures that the
gain at DC is unity. Based on the values shown in Figure 3,
the RC combination formed by R11 and C7 sets the servo’s
high-pass cutoff at 0.16Hz. This is over two decades below
20Hz, minimizing both amplitude and phase perturbations in
the audio frequency band’s lowest frequencies.
Application Information
HIGH PERFORMANCE, HIGH FIDELITY HEADPHONE
AMPLIFIER
The LME49610 is the ideal solution for high output, high performance high fidelity headphone amplifiers. When placed in
the feedback loop of the LME49710, LME49720 or
LME49740 High Performance, High Fidelity audio operational
amplifier, the LME49610 is able to drive 32Ω headphones to
a dissipation of greater than 500mW at 0.00003% THD+N
while operating on ±15V power supply voltages. The circuit
schematic for a typical headphone amplifier is shown in Figure 3.
Operation
The following describes the circuit operation for the headphone amplifier’s Left Channel. The Right Channel operates
identically.
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FIGURE 3. LME49610 delivers high output current for this high performance headphone amplifier
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SUPPLY BYPASSING
The LME49610 will place great demands on the power supply
voltage source when operating in applications that require
fast slewing and driving heavy loads. These conditions can
create high amplitude transient currents. A power supply’s
limited bandwidth can reduce the supply’s ability to supply the
needed current demands during these high slew rate conditions. This inability to supply the current demand is further
exacerbated by PCB trace or interconnecting wire inductance. The transient current flowing through the inductance
can produce voltage transients.
For example, the LME49610’s output voltage can slew at a
typical 2000V/μs. When driving a 100Ω load, the di/dt current
demand is 20 A/μs. This current flowing through an inductance of 50nH (approximately 1.5” of 22 gage wire) will produce a 1V transient. In these and similar situations, place the
parallel combination of a solid 5μF to 10μF tantalum capacitor
and a ceramic 0.1μF capacitor as close as possible to the
device supply pins.
Ceramic capacitor have very lower ESR (typically less than
10mΩ) and low ESL when compared to the same valued tantalum capacitor. The ceramic capacitors, therefore, have superior AC performance for bypassing high frequency noise.
In less demanding applications that have lighter loads or lower slew rates, the supply bypassing is not as critical. Capacitor
values in the range of 0.01μF to 0.1μF are adequate.
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OUTPUT CURRENT
The LME49610 can continuously source or sink 250mA. Internal circuitry limits the short circuit output current to approximately ±450mA. For many applications that fully utilize the
LME49610’s current source and sink capabilities, thermal dissipation may be the factor that limits the continuous output
current.
The maximum output voltage swing magnitude varies with
junction temperature and output current. Using sufficient PCB
copper area as a heatsink when the metal tab of the
LME49610’s surface mount TO–263 package is soldered directly to the circuit board reduces thermal impedance. This in
turn reduces junction temperature. The PCB copper area
should be in the range of 2in2 to 6in2.
SIMPLIFIED LME49610 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
The LME49610’s simplified circuit diagram is shown in Figure
4. The diagram shows the LME49610’s complementary emitter follower design, bias circuit and bandwidth adjustment
node.
THERMAL PROTECTION
LME49610 power dissipated will cause the buffer’s junction
temperature to rise. A thermal protection circuit in the
LME49610 will disable the output when the junction temperature exceeds 150°C. When the thermal protection is activated, the output stage is disabled, allowing the device to cool.
The output circuitry is enabled when the junction temperature
drops below 150°C.
The TO–263 package has excellent thermal characteristics.
To minimize thermal impedance, its exposed die attach paddle should be soldered to a circuit board copper area for good
heat dissipation. Figure 6 shows typical thermal resistance
from junction to ambient as a function of the copper area. The
TO–263’s exposed die attach paddle is electrically connected
to the VEE power supply pin.
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LOAD IMPEDANCE
The LME49610 is stable under any capacitive load when driven by a source that has an impedance of 50Ω or less. When
driving capacitive loads, any overshoot that is present on the
output signal can be reduced by shunting the load capacitance with a resistor.
FIGURE 4. Simplified Circuit Diagram
Figure 5 shows the LME49610 connected as an open-loop
buffer. The source impedance and optional input resistor,
RS, can alter the frequency response. As previously stated,
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nected close to the LME49610’s power supply pins. Capacitor
values as low as 0.01μF to 0.1μF will ensure stable operation
in lightly loaded applications, but high output current and fast
output slewing can demand large current transients from the
power supplies. Place a recommended parallel combination
of a solid tantalum capacitor in the 5μF to 10μF range and a
ceramic 0.1μF capacitor as close as possible to the device
supply pins.
AUDIO BUFFERS
Audio buffers or unity-gain followers, have large current gain
and a voltage gain of one. Audio buffers serve many applications that require high input impedance, low output
impedance and high output current. They also offer constant
gain over a very wide bandwidth.
Buffers serve several useful functions, either in stand-alone
applications or in tandem with operational amplifiers. In standalone applications, their high input impedance and low output
impedance isolates a high impedance source from a low
impedance load.
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A ground plane type circuit board layout is best for very high
frequency performance results. Bypass the power supply pins
(VCC and VEE) with 0.1μF ceramic chip capacitors in parallel
with solid tantalum 10μF capacitors placed as close as possible to the respective pins.
Source resistance can affect high-frequency peaking and
step response overshoot and ringing. Depending on the signal source, source impedance and layout, best nominal response may require an additional resistance of 25Ω to
200Ω in series with the input. Response with some loads (especially capacitive) can be improved with an output series
resistor in the range of 10Ω to 150Ω.
OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION
If the input-to-output differential voltage exceeds the
LME49610’s Absolute Maximum Rating of 3V, the internal
diode clamps shown in Figure 1 conduct, diverting current
around the compound emitter followers of Q1/Q5 (D1 – D7 for
positive input), or around Q2/Q6 (D8 – D14 for negative inputs). Without this clamp, the input transistors Q1/Q2 and Q5/
Q6 will zener and damage the buffer.
To ensure that the current flow through the diodes is held to
a save level, the internal 200Ω resistor in series with the input
limits the current through these clamps. If the additional current that flows during this situation can damage the source
that drives the LME49610’s input, add an external resistor in
series with the input see Figure 5.
THERMAL MANAGEMENT
Heat Sinking
For some applications, the LME49610 may require a heat
sink. The use of a heat sink is dependent on the maximum
LME49610 power dissipation and a given application’s maximum ambient temperature. In the TO–263 package, heat
sinking the LME49610 is easily accomplished by soldering
the package’s tab to a copper plane on the PCB. (Note: The
tab on the LME49610’s TO–263 package is electrically connected to VEE.)
Through the mechanisms of convection, heat conducts from
the LME49610 in all directions. A large percentage moves to
the surrounding air, some is absorbed by the circuit board
material and some is absorbed by the copper traces connected to the package’s pins. From the PCB material and the
copper, it then moves to the air. Natural convection depends
on the amount of surface area that contacts the air.
If a heat conductive copper plane has perfect thermal conduction (heat spreading) through the plane’s total area, the
temperature rise is inversely proportional to the total exposed
area. PCB copper planes are, in that sense, an aid to convection. These planes, however, are not thick enough to
ensure perfect heat conduction. Therefore, eventually a point
of diminishing returns is reached where increasing copper
area offers no additional heat conduction to the surrounding
air. This is apparent in Figure 6. 2 oz copper boards will have
decrease thermal resistance providing a better heat sink compared to 1oz. copper. Beyond 1oz or 2oz copper plane areas,
external heatsinks are required. Ultimately, the 1oz copper
BANDWITH CONTROL PIN
The LME49610’s –3dB bandwidth is approximately 110MHz
in the low quiescent-current mode (13mA typical). Select this
mode by leaving the BW pin unconnected.
Connect the BW pin to the VEE pin to extend the LME49610’s
bandwidth to a nominal value of 180MHz. In this mode, the
quiescent current increases to approximately 19mA. Bandwidths between these two limits are easily selected by connecting a series resistor between the BW pin and VEE .
Regardless of the connection to the LME49610’s BW pin, the
rated output current and slew rate remain constant. With the
power supply voltage held constant, the wide-bandwidth
mode’s increased quiescent current causes a corresponding
increase in quiescent power dissipation. For all values of the
BW pin voltage, the quiescent power dissipation is equal to
the total supply voltage times the quiescent current (IQ *
(VCC + |VEE |)).
BOOSTING OP AMP OUTPUT CURRENT
When placed in the feedback loop, the LME49610 will increase an operational amplifier’s output current. The operational amplifier’s open loop gain will correct any LME49610
errors while operating inside the feedback loop.
To ensure that the operational amplifier and buffer system are
closed loop stable, the phase shift must be low. For a system
gain of one, the LME49610 must contribute less than 20° at
the operational amplifier’s unity-gain frequency. Various operating conditions may change or increase the total system
phase shift. These phase shift changes may affect the operational amplifier's stability.
Unity gain stability is preserved when the LME49610 is placed
in the feedback loop of most general-purpose or precision op
amps. When the LME46900 is driving high value capacitive
loads, the BW pin should be connected to the VEE pin for wide
bandwidth and stable operation. The wide bandwidth mode is
also suggested for high speed or fast-settling operational amplifiers. This preserves their stability and the ability to faithfully
amplify high frequency, fast-changing signals. Stability is ensured when pulsed signals exhibit no oscillations and ringing
is minimized while driving the intended load and operating in
the worst-case conditions that perturb the LME49610’s phase
response.
HIGH FREQUENCY APPLICATIONS
The LME49610’s wide bandwidth and very high slew rate
make it ideal for a variety of high-frequency open-loop applications such as an ADC input driver, 75Ω stepped volume
attenuator driver, and other low impedance loads. Circuit
board layout and bypassing techniques affect high frequency,
fast signal dynamic performance when the LME49610 operates open-loop.
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TA(MAX) = the maximum ambient temperature in the
LME49610’s environment
PD(MAX) = the maximum recommended power dissipation
Note: The allowable thermal resistance is determined by the
maximum allowable temperature increase:
TRISE = TJ(MAX) - TA(MAX)
Thus, if ambient temperature extremes force TRISE to exceed
the design maximum, the part must be de-rated by either decreasing PD to a safe level, reducing θJA further, or, if available, using a larger copper area.
Procedure
1. First determine the maximum power dissipated by the
LME49610, PD(MAX). For the simple case of the buffer driving
a resistive load, and assuming equal supplies, PD(MAX) is given by:
PDMAX(AC) = (IS x VS) + (VS)2 / (2π2RL)
(Watts)
(2)
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PDMAX(DC) = (IS x VS) + (VS)2 / RL (Watts)
FIGURE 6. Thermal Resistance (typ) for 5 lead TO-263
Package Mounted on 1oz. copper
(3)
where:
VS = |VEE| + VCC (V)
IS = quiescent supply current (A)
Equation (2) is for sinusoidal output voltages and (3) is for DC
output voltages
A copper plane may be placed directly beneath the tab. Additionally, a matching plane can be placed on the opposite
side. If a plane is placed on the side opposite of the
LME49610, connect it to the plane to which the buffer’s metal
tab is soldered with a matrix of thermal vias per JEDEC Standard JESD51-5.
2. Determine the maximum allowable die temperature rise,
Determining Copper Area
Find the required copper heat sink area using the following
guidelines:
1. Determine the maximum power dissipation of the
LME49610, PD.
2. Specify a maximum operating ambient temperature, TA
(MAX). Note that the die temperature, TJ, will be higher than
TA by an amount that is dependent on the thermal resistance
from junction to ambient, θJA. Therefore, TA must be specified
such that TJ does not exceed the absolute maximum die temperature of 150°C.
3. Specify a maximum allowable junction temperature, TJ
(MAX), This is the LME49610’s die temperature when the buffer
is drawing maximum current (quiescent and load). It is prudent to design for a maximum continuous junction temperature of 100°C to 130°C. Ensure, however, that the junction
temperature never exceeds the 150°C absolute maximum
rating for the part.
4. Calculate the value of junction to ambient thermal resistance, θJA.
TRISE(MAX) = TJ(MAX) - TA(MAX)
°C
(4)
3. Using the calculated value of TRISE(MAX) and PD(MAX), find
the required value of junction to ambient thermal resistance
combining equation 1 and equation 4 to derive equation 5:
θJA = TRISE(MAX) / PD(MAX)
(°C/W)
(5)
4. Finally, choose the minimum value of copper area from
Figure 6 based on the value for θJA.
Example
Assume the following conditions: VS = |VEE| + VCC = 30V,
RL = 32Ω, IS = 15mA, sinusoidal output voltage, TJ(MAX) = 125°
C, TA(MAX) = 85°C.
Applying Equation (2):
5. θJA as a function of copper area in square inches is shown
in Figure 6. Choose a copper area that will guarantee the
specified TJ(MAX) for the calculated θJA. The maximum value
of junction to ambient thermal resistance, θJA, is defined as:
PDMAX = (IS x VS) + (VS)2 / 2π2RL
= (15mA)(30V) + 900V2 / 632Ω
= 1.87W
θJA = (TJ(MAX) - TA(MAX) ) / PD(MAX) (°C/W)
(1)
Applying Equation (4):
where:
TJ(MAX) = the maximum recommended junction temperature
TRISE(MAX) = 125°C – 85°C
= 40°C
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area attains a nominal value of 20°C/W junction to ambient
thermal resistance (θJA) under zero air flow.
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SLEW RATE
A buffer’s voltage slew rate is its output signal’s rate of change
with respect to an input signal’s step changes. For resistive
loads, slew rate is limited by internal circuit capacitance and
operating current (in general, the higher the operating current
for a given internal capacitance, the higher the slew rate).
However, when driving capacitive loads, the slew rate may be
limited by the available peak output current according to the
following expression.
Applying Equation (5):
θJA = 40°C/1.87W
= 21.4°C/W
Examining the Copper Area vs. θJA plot (see Figure 6) indicates that a thermal resistance of 21.4°C/W is possible with
a 8–10in2 plane of one layer of 1oz copper. Other solutions
include using two layers of 1oz copper or the use of 2oz copper. Higher dissipation may require forced air flow. As a safety
margin, an extra 15% heat sinking capability is recommended.
When amplifying AC signals, wave shapes and the nature of
the load (reactive, non-reactive) also influence dissipation.
Peak dissipation can be several times the average with reactive loads. It is particularly important to determine dissipation
when driving large load capacitance.
The LME49610’s dissipation in DC circuit applications is easily computed using Equation (3). After the value of dissipation
is determined, the heat sink copper area calculation is the
same as for AC signals.
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dv/dt = IPK / CL
(6)
Output voltages with high slew rates will require large output
load currents. For example if the part is required to slew at
1000V/μs with a load capacitance of 1nF, the current demanded from the LME49610 is 1A. Therefore, fast slew rate
is incompatible with a capacitive load of this value. Also, if
CL is in parallel with the load, the peak current available to the
load decreases as CL increases.
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Revision History
Rev
Date
1.0
04/09/08
Initial WEB released.
1.01
10/28/09
Typical and Limit changes on the Short Circuit Output current.
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LME49610
Physical Dimensions inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted
Order Number LME49610TS
See NS Package TS5B
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LME49610 High Performance, High Fidelity, High Current Audio Buffer
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