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Evaluation Kit
APPLICABLE PARTS (SOLD SEPARATELY)
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PB63/PB64 Power Booster
INTRODUCTION
This easy-to-use kit provides a platform for the evaluation of the PB63/PB64 high voltage power boosters. The PB63/PB64 is designed most commonly in combination with a small signal, general purpose op amp.
However, they can also be used without a driver amplifier. This kit can be used to analyze a multitude of standard or proprietary circuit configurations.
Figure 1: PCB Layout
6.00”
5.25”
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Figure 2: Equivalent Schematic
R2
+15V
6
P1
VIN1
R3
C3
8 U2-B C4
7
A-IN
R4
R5
J7
J8
R9
-VS
2
R13
1
3
R11
C14
4
2
6
1W
5 U1-A
1 PB63/
3
PB64 4
2
R6D3
1/2W
J5
J6
1W
+VS
OUT1
J1
GND J2
+VS
J3
D12
J4
R17
B-IN
R14
R15
1W
8 U1-B
10
12 PB63/
PB64 9
11
7
C16
D11
C12
-VS
R18 V
1W
OUT2
J11
GND J12
D13
R16
1/2W
R12
C13
R8 V
-VS
C15
-15V
C1
D2
R7
C6
C5
GND
P2
VIN2
C2
D1
5
R1
+VS
C11
-VS
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SUGGESTED CIRCUIT COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS
Component
Description
R1, R11
51.1 Ω, Input Termination Resistor
R2, R12
10 kΩ, Shunt Regulator Bias Resistor
R3, R9, R13
2.21 kΩ, Input Resistor
R4, R14
Zero Ω, Short
R5, R15
49.9 kΩ, Feedback Resistor
R6, R16
499 Ω, Booster Gain Set Resistor
R7, R17
0.39 Ω, Current Limit Resistor
R8, R18
Zero Ω, Short (Load Isolation Resistor)
C1, C11
33 µF, 200 V, Electrolytic Bypass Capacitor
C2, C12, C3, C13
1 µF, 200V, Ceramic Bypass Capacitor
C4, C14, C6, C16
10 pF, Silver Mica Compensation Capacitor
C5, C15
U2
Open
LT1355, Dual Operational Amplifier
D1, D11
D2, D3, D12, D13
15 V, Zener Diode, BZX79-C15
Ultra-Fast Recovery Output Protection Diodes, MUR140
J5, J6
Optional Jumper, Signal Ground To Power Ground
J7, J8
Optional Jumper, Power Ground To -VS
SUGGESTED EVALUATION CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The circuit is configured as a differential input, differential output power amplifier. This topology allows
the user to evaluate each channel of the PB63/PB64 independently as a single ended driver or simultaneously
operating in bridge mode. The circuit will accept a true differential input signal as well as a single ended input
signal applied to either input. The voltage gain is approximately 46 Volts per Volt with the component values
specified in the table. Please refer to the schematic diagram.
R5 + R15
GAIN = ----------------------- + 1
R9
CAUTION
Use the supplied thermal washers or thermal grease between the power amplifier and the
heat sink.
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PARTS LIST
Reference
MS06
C2, C12, C13, C3
Part #
Description
HS20
Heatsink
1
EVAL50
PC Board
1
310-43-120-41-001000
Socket-0.015-0.025 Dia. Pins
1 Pkg (2 Pcs)
TW07
Thermal Washer
1 Pkg (10 Pcs)
1825B105K201N
Cap, 1µF, 200V, 10%-R
4
146511
Connector, BNC
2
571-0100
Connector, Banana
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QTY
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED
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All Apex Microtechnology amplifiers should be handled using proper ESD precautions.
Always use the heat sink and thermal washers included in this kit.
Always use adequate power supply bypassing.
Do not change connections while the circuit is powered.
Initially set all power supplies to the minimum operating levels allowed in the device data sheet.
Check for oscillations.
Please refer to Application Note, AN01 for general operating considerations.
ASSEMBLY
1. On the silk screen side of the evaluation board, insert and solder the MS06 mating socket in DUT holes 112. Be sure each one is fully seated.
2. Solder components for your circuit. Be sure to include proper bypassing, required compensation components and current limit resistors. See the op amp data sheet for help in selecting these components.
3. Place the TW07 thermal washer on the heat sink over the mounting hole for the DUT. Place a #6 screw
through the mounting hole and thread a #6 nut onto the screw at the back of the heat sink. Do not
tighten. Note that there are two sets of mounting holes on the HS20. Holes on one edge allow room
between the DUT and evaluation board for the MS06 socket. The holes on the other edge are for direct
through hole mounting of the DUT to the evaluation board. It is recommended that you use the MS06.
4. Mount the DUT to the HS20 by sliding under the head of the #6 screw and on top of the thermal washer.
Tighten the nut to the specified 8 to 10 in-lbs. (0.9 to 1.3 N*m) do not over torque.
5. Install leads of the DUT into the MS06 on the evaluation board. Use #6 self-tapping screws to secure the
evaluation board to the HS20 heatsink as shown in the assembly diagram (Figure 3).
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Figure 3: Assembly Diagram
#6-32 NUT
MS06 SOCKET
TW07 THERMAL WASHER
AMPLIFIER
#6-32 x 1/2 SCREW
#6-32 x 3/8 SCREW
SELF-TAPPING
2 PLACES
#6 NYLON WASHER
2 PLACES
#6-32 x 1 SPACER
OPTIONAL
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inquiries via email, please contact apex.support@apexanalog.com. International customers can also request
support by contacting their local Apex Microtechnology Sales Representative. To find the one nearest to you,
go to www.apexanalog.com
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