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Evaluating the ADP1614 650 kHz/1.3 MHz, 4 A, Step-Up, PWM,
DC-to-DC Switching Converter
FEATURES
2.5 V to 5.5 V input voltage range
650 kHz or 1.3 MHz fixed frequency options
Adjustable current limit up to 4 A
Output voltage
5 V for ADP1614-650-EVALZ
15 V for ADP1614-1.3-EVALZ
Jumper for enable/shutdown control
Components optimized for the indicated output voltages
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ADP1614 evaluation board is a complete step-up, dc-to-dc
switching converter application with components selected to allow
operation over the full range of input and load conditions for the
5 V (ADP1614-650-EVALZ) and 15 V (ADP1614-1.3-E VALZ)
output voltages. The boost switching frequency is fixed to either
650 kHz (ADP1614-650-EVALZ) or 1.3 MHz (ADP1614-1.3EVALZ). The evaluation boards can be adjusted for different
output voltages by changing the feedback resistors, R1 and R2.
To ensure stable operation, external components L1, R
R
COMP
, and C
may also need to be recalculated and adjusted
COMP
when the output voltage is changed.
, C
CL
OUT
The ADP1614 evaluation board operates in current mode, pulsewidth modulation (PWM) with up to 94% efficiency. The current
mode PWM architecture allows for excellent transient response,
easy noise filtering, and the use of small, cost-saving external
inductors and capacitors. Other key features include a 47 nF
soft start capacitor, undervoltage lockout (UVLO), thermal
shutdown (TSD), and jumper selected enable. The evaluation
board demonstrates the operation and performance of the
ADP1614.
This user guide includes I/O descriptions, setup instructions,
the schematic, and the PCB layout drawings for the ADP1614
step-up converter evaluation board.
Complete specifications for the ADP1614 are available in the
ADP1614 data sheet and should be consulted in conjunction
with this document when using the evaluation board.
,
TYPICAL APPLICATION CIRCUIT
Figure 1. Step-Up Regulator Configuration
PLEASE SEE THE LAST PAGE FOR AN IMPORTANT
WARNING AND LEGAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features .............................................................................................. 1
General Description ......................................................................... 1
Ordering Information .......................................................................5
Bill of Materials ..............................................................................5
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EVALUATION BOARD HARDWARE
The ADP1614 evaluation board is fully assembled and tested.
The following sections describe the various connectors on the
board, the proper evaluation setup, and the testing capabilities
of the evaluation board.
INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS
EN Test Bus
The EN connector is used to enable/disable the converter via
the EN pin. Use one of the following methods to enable the
converter. Do not leave the EN pin floating.
•Use a jumper to connect the top two pins of the EN test
bus. This connects EN to VIN and enables the converter
(see Figure 2).
Figure 2. Enabled Jumper Position
•Use a jumper to connect the bottom two pins of the EN test
bus. This connects EN to GND and disables the converter
(see Figure 3).
Figure 3. Disabled Jumper Position
•Alternatively, connect a voltage between VIN and GND to the
center pin of the EN test bus for independent control of the
EN pin voltage (see Figure 4).
Figure 4. EN Pin Direct Connection
VIN Test Bus
The VIN test bus connects the positive input supply voltage to
the VIN pin. Connect the power supply to this bus and keep the
wires as short as possible to minimize the EMI transmission.
SW Test Point
The SW test point is for monitoring the switch node (SW pin)
behavior and switching frequency. Connect a BNC cable to this
test point to measure the ADP1614 switching frequency.
VOUT Test Bus
The output voltage at the VOUT test bus is set by the resistive
voltage divider network, R1 and R2. A load can be attached
from the VOUT test bus to the GND test bus.
GND Test Bus
The GND test bus is the power ground connection for the part
via the GND pin as well as the bypass capacitors. Connect ground
connections from external equipment to this bus.
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EVALUATION SETUP
To ensure proper operation of the ADP1614 evaluation board:
1. Connect the input supply ground to GND.
2. Connect the positive input supply to VIN.
3. Connect the desired load between VOUT and GND. The
maximum continuous output current of the ADP1614 is
dependent upon the input and output voltage conditions.
4. Apply a voltage between 2.5 V and 5.5 V to the VIN test bus.
5. Move the jumper on the EN test bus to the enabled position.
If the feedback resistors, R1 and R2, are adjusted to change the
output voltage, recalculate the recommended values for the external
components (L1, R
, C
, R
CL
OUT
COMP
, and C
) using the applications
COMP
information from the ADP1614data sheet.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
The following sections discuss tests and the resulting oscilloscope
waveforms. Oscilloscope waveforms and typical performance
characteristics are provided in the ADP1614 data sheet.
Line Regulation
The line regulation is observed and measured by monitoring
the output voltage (VOUT) while varying the input voltage (VIN).
Load Regulation
The load regulation is observed and measured by monitoring the
output voltage (VOUT) while sweeping the applied load between
VOUT and GND. To minimize voltage drop, use short low
resistance wires, especially for heavy loads.
Efficiency
The efficiency, η, is measured by comparing the input power to
the output power
Line Transient
The line transient performance is evaluated by generating a high
speed voltage transient on the input (VIN) and observing the
behavior of the evaluation board at the output (VOUT.)
Load Transient
The load transient performance is evaluated by generating a fast
current transient on the output (VOUT) and observing the
behavior of the evaluation board at the output (VOUT.)
Oscillator Frequency
The oscillator frequency can be measured by connecting an
oscilloscope to the SW pin.
Inductor Current
The inductor current is made accessible by removing one side
of the inductor from its pad and connecting a current loop in
series. Place an oscilloscope current probe on the loop to view
the current waveform.
For high efficiency, good regulation, and stability, a well-designed
PCB layout is required.
When designing PCBs, use the following guidelines:
•Keep the low ESR input capacitor (C
GND pins. This minimizes noise injected into the part
from the board parasitic inductance.
•Keep the high current path from C
to the SW and GND pins as short as possible.
•Keep the high current path from the VIN pin through L1,
the rectifier (D1), and the output capacitor (C
as possible.
• Keep high current traces as short and as wide as possible.
• Place the feedback resistors, R1 and R2, as close to the FB
pin as possible to prevent noise pickup. Connect the ground of
the feedback network directly to an AGND plane to make a
Kelvin connection to the GND pin.
•Place the compensation components as close as possible to
the COMP pin. Connect the ground of the compensation
network directly to an AGND plane that makes a Kelvin
connection to the GND pin.
•Avoid routing high impedance traces from the compensation
and feedback resistors near any node connected to SW or
near the inductor to prevent radiated noise injection.
•Connect the soft start capacitor (C
possible. Connect the ground of the soft start capacitor to an
AGND plane that makes a Kelvin connection to the GND pin.
•Connect the current limit set resistor (R
to the device. Connect the ground of R
that makes a Kelvin connection to the GND pin.
•The PCB must be properly designed to conduct the heat away
from the package. This is achieved by adding thermal vias to
the PCB that provide a thermal path to the inner or bottom
layers. Place thermal vias on the PCB under the exposed
pad of the LFCSP and in the GND plane around the ADP1614
package to improve thermal performance of the application.
1 R4 Current limit set resistor, 60.4 kΩ, 0805, ±1% Yageo RC0805FR-0760K4L
1 EN Headers, 0.100 in, single, straight, 3-pin Sullins Connector Solutions PBC03SAAN2
1 SW Headers, 0.100 in, single, straight, 1-pin Sullins Connector Solutions PBC01SAAN2
4 VIN, VOUT, GNDx2 Test point loop connectors Aavid Thermalloy 125800D00000G
1
Equivalent substitutions may be made for all resistors and capacitors.
2
Alternatively, PBC36SAAN can be purchased and cut as necessary.
= 15 V)
OUT
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Part Number
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Evaluation Board for any other purpose. Furthermore, the license granted is expressly made subject to the following additiona
NOTES
ESD Caution
ESD Caution
ESD (electrostatic discharge) sensitive device. Charged devices and circuit boards can discharge without detection. Although this product features patented or proprietary protection
ESD (electrostatic discharge) sensitive device. Charged devices and circuit boards can discharge without detection. Although this product features patented or proprietary protection
circuitry, damage may occur on devices subjected to high e nergy ESD. Therefore, proper ESD precaution s should be taken to avoid per forma nce degra dation or loss of functionality.
circuitry, damage may occur on devices subjected to high energy ESD. Therefore, proper ESD precautions should be taken to avoid performance degradation or loss of functionality.
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