EVL3424A-G-00A
CC/CV, Configurable-Current, Synchronous
Boost Converter with Output Disconnect and
Low Inrush Current Evaluation Board
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
The EVL3424A-G-00A is an evaluation board
designed to demonstrate the capabilities of the
MP3424A, a high-efficiency, current-mode,
synchronous, step-up converter with output
disconnect.
The MP3424A provides inrush current limiting,
output short-circuit protection (SCP), and a
configurable load current limit. The integrated
P-channel rectifier improves efficiency and
eliminates the need for an external Schottky
diode. During shutdown, the P-channel
MOSFET disconnects the output from the input.
The 580kHz switching frequency (fSW) allows for
small external components, while the internal
compensation and soft start (SS) minimize the
number of external components.
The MP3424A is available in a QFN-14
(2mmx2mm) package.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Parameter
Input Voltage
Output Voltage
Output Current
Symbol
Value
Units
VIN
VOUT
IOUT
2.8 to 4.2
5
3.1
V
V
A
2V to 5.5V Operating Input Range
3V to 5.5V Output Voltage Range
Supports 5V/3.1A Output from a 2.8V Input
270mA Linear Charge Inrush Current
Configurable Average Load Current Limit
580kHz Fixed Switching Frequency (fSW)
Up to 97% Efficiency
Output Load Disconnect from Input
Over-Current Protection (OCP), ShortCircuit Protection (SCP), Over-Temperature
Protection (OTP)
Available in a QFN-14 (2mmx2mm)
Package
Optimized Performance with
MPS Inductor MPL-AL5030 Series
APPLICATIONS
Battery-Powered Products
Power Banks, Juice Packs, and Backup
Batteries
Optical Modules
USB Power Supplies
Consumer Electronic Accessories
All MPS parts are lead-free, halogen-free, and adhere to the RoHS
directive. For MPS green status, please visit the MPS website under
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trademarks of Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. or its subsidiaries.
EVL3424A-G-00A EVALUATION BOARD
Efficiency vs. Load
Current
100
EFFICIENCY(%)
95
90
85
VIN=2.8V
80
VIN=3.3V
75
VIN=4.2V
70
0
LxWxH (6.35cmx6.35cmx0.6cm)
Board Number MPS IC Number MPS Inductor
EVL3424A-G-00A MP3424AGG MPL-AL5030-1R5
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
LOAD CURRENT (A)
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QUICK START GUIDE
The EVL3424A-G-00A’s output voltage (VOUT) is set to 5V. The board layout accommodates most
commonly used components.
1. Preset the power supply between 2.8V and 4.2V.
2. Turn off the power supply.
3. Connect the power supply terminals to:
a. Positive (+): VIN
b. Negative (-): GND
4. Connect the load terminals to:
a. Positive (+): VOUT
b. Negative (-): GND
5. After making the connections, turn on the power supply. The board should start up automatically.
6. The board’s VOUT is set at 5V. VOUT can be adjusted by changing the resistor (R2). Then VOUT can
be calculated with Equation (1):
Vout VFB
R1 R2
R2
(1)
Where VFB = 0.805V, and R1 = 1MΩ.
7. To use the enable (EN) function, apply a digital input to the EN pin. Drive EN above 1.2V to turn the
converter on; drive EN below 0.4V to turn it off.
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EVALUATION BOARD SCHEMATIC
L1
MPL-AL5030-1R5
VIN
C1A
22μF
1.5μH
C1B
22μF
SW
SENSE
VIN
VOUT
OUT
EN
EN
MP3424A
R4
2kΩ
R5B
18mΩ
R1
1MΩ
ILIM
C3
10nF
R5A
16mΩ
SOUT
R6
100kΩ
5V/3.1A
FB
R3
100kΩ
R2
191kΩ
AGND
C2A
1μF
C2B
22μF
C2C
22μF
PGND
Figure 1: Evaluation Board Schematic
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EVL3424A-G-00A BILL OF MATERIALS
Qty
4
Ref
C1A, C1B,
C2B, C2C
1
C2A
1
C3
1
L1
1
1
2
1
1
1
R1
R2
R3, R6
R4
R5A
R5B
1
U1
Value
Description
Ceramic capacitor, 16V,
22μF
X7R
Ceramic capacitor, 16V,
1μF
X7R
Ceramic capacitor, 16V,
10nF
X7R
Inductor, RDC = 9.7mΩ,
1.5μH
ISAT = 12.5A
1MΩ
Film resolution, 1%
191kΩ
Film resolution, 1%
100kΩ
Film resolution, 1%
2kΩ
Film resolution, 1%
16mΩ
Film resolution, 1%
18mΩ
Film resolution, 1%
Synchronous, step-up
MP3424A converter with output
disconnect
Package Manufacturer
Manufacturer PN
1210
Murata
GRM32ER71C226KEA8L
0603
Murata
GRM188R71C105KE15D
0603
Murata
GRM188R71C103KA01D
SMD
MPS
MPL-AL5030-1R5
0603
0603
0603
0603
0603
0603
QFN
(2mmx
2mm)
Yageo
Yageo
Yageo
Yageo
Yageo
Yageo
RC0603FR-071ML
RC0603FR-07191KL
RL0603FR-07100KL
RC0603FR-072KL
RL0603FR-070R016L
RL0603FR-070R018L
MPS
MP3424AGG
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EVB TEST RESULTS
VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 5V, L = 1.5μH, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise noted.
Line Regulation
Efficiency vs. Load Current
100
LINE REGULATION (%)
EFFICIENCY(%)
95
90
85
VIN=2.8V
80
VIN=3.3V
75
VIN=4.2V
70
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
1
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
-0.2
-0.4
-0.6
-0.8
-1
Io=0A
Io=1.5A
Io=3.1A
2
3.5
2.5
3
LOAD REGULATION (%)
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
-0.2
-0.4
VIN=2.8V
VIN=3.3V
VIN=4.2V
-0.6
-0.8
-1
1.5
5
5.5
2
2.5
OUTPUT CURRENT (A)
3
3.5
45
VIN=2.8V
VIN=4.2
40
35
30
(℃)
CASE TEMPERATURE RISING
1
0.8
1
4.5
Case Temperature Rise
vs. Load Current
Load Regulation
0.5
4
VIN (V)
LOAD CURRENT (A)
0
3.5
25
20
15
10
5
0
0
1
2
3
LOAD CURRENT (A)
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EVB TEST RESULTS (continued)
VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 5V, L = 1.5μH, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise noted.
Output Voltage Ripple
Output Voltage Ripple
Load = 0A
Load = 0.1A
CH1:
VOUT/AC
10mV/div.
CH1:
VOUT/AC
10mV/div.
CH3: VSW
2V/div.
CH3: VSW
2V/div.
CH4: IL
200mA/div.
CH4: IL
500mA/
div.
20μs/div.
1μs/div.
Output Voltage Ripple
Start-Up through VIN
Load = 3.1A
Load = 0A
CH1:
VOUT/AC
100mV/div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH2: VIN
2V/div.
CH3: VSW
2V/div.
CH3: VSW
2V/div.
CH4: IL
5A/div.
CH4: IL
1A/div.
1μs/div.
2ms/div.
Start-Up through VIN
Shutdown through VIN
Load = 0.1A
Load = 0.1A
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH2: VIN
2V/div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH2: VIN
2V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH4: IL
5A/div.
CH4: IL
1A/div.
2ms/div.
10ms/div.
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EVB TEST RESULTS (continued)
VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 5V, L = 1.5μH, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise noted.
Shutdown through VIN
Start-Up through EN
Load = 3.1A
Load = 0A
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH2: VEN
5V/div.
CH2: VIN
2V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH4: IL
5A/div.
CH4: IL
1A/div.
10ms/div.
2ms/div.
Start-Up through EN
Shutdown through EN
Load = 0.1A
Load = 0.1A
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH2: VEN
2V/div.
CH2: VEN
5V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH4: IL
5A/div.
CH4: IL
1A/div.
2ms/div.
2ms/div.
Shutdown through EN
Load Transient
Load = 3.1A
ILOAD = 0A to 1.5A at 150mA/μs
CH1:
VOUT/AC
500mV/
div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH2: VEN
5V/div.
CH3: VSW
5V/div.
CH4: ILOAD
1A/div.
CH4: IL
5A/div.
200µs/div.
1ms/div.
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EVB TEST RESULTS (continued)
VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 5V, L = 1.5μH, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise noted.
Load Transient
SCP Entry
ILOAD = 1.5A to 3.1A at 150mA/μs
0A load to short
CH1:
VOUT/AC
500mV/div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH4: IL
2A/div.
CH4: ILOAD
1A/div.
1ms/div.
40μs/div.
SCP Entry
SCP Recovery
3.1A load to short
Recover to 0A load
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH4: IL
5A/div.
CH4: IL
1A/div.
40µs/div.
2ms/div.
SCP Recovery
Recover to 0.1A load
CH1: VOUT
2V/div.
CH4: IL
2A/div.
2ms/div.
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PCB LAYOUT
Figure 2: Top Silk
Figure 3: Top Layer
Figure 4: Bottom Layer
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REVISION HISTORY
Revision #
1.0
Revision Date
07/01/2021
Description
Initial Release
Pages Updated
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