Data Sheet
August 13, 2013
TLynxTM: Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Modules:
2.4Vdc –5.5Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 3.63Vdc output; 20A Output Current
Features
EZ-SEQUENCETM
RoHS Compliant
Applications
Compliant to RoHS EU Directive 2002/95/EC (Z
versions)
Compatible in a Pb-free or SnPb reflow
environment (Z versions)
Wide Input voltage range (2.4Vdc-5.5Vdc)
Output voltage programmable from 0.6Vdc to 3.63
Vdc via external resistor
Tunable Loop to optimize dynamic output
voltage response
Flexible output voltage sequencing EZSEQUENCE – APTH versions
Remote sense
TM
Fixed switching frequency
Distributed power architectures
Output overcurrent protection (non-latching)
Intermediate bus voltage applications
Overtemperature protection
Telecommunications equipment
Remote On/Off
Servers and storage applications
Ability to sink and source current
Networking equipment
Cost efficient open frame design
Industrial equipment
Small size:
13.5 mm x 33.0 mm x 8.5 mm
(0.53 in x 1.3 in x 0.334 in)
Vin+
VIN
Vout+
VOUT
SENSE
MODULE
CTUNE
Q1
ON/OFF
GND
Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C)
US and Canadian Recognized to UL* 60950-1 and
CSA† C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 and VDE‡ licensed to
0805:2004-09 (EN60950-1)
ISO** 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturing
facilities
RTUNE
SEQ
Cin
Co
TRIM
RTrim
Description
TM
The TLynx series of power modules are non-isolated dc-dc converters that can deliver up to 20A of output current.
These modules operate over a wide range of input voltage (VIN = 2.4Vdc-5.5Vdc) and provide a precisely regulated
output voltage from 0.6Vdc to 3.63Vdc, programmable via an external resistor. Features include remote On/Off,
adjustable output voltage, over current and overtemperature protection, and output voltage sequencing (APTH
TM
versions). A new feature, the Tunable Loop , allows the user to optimize the dynamic response of the converter to
match the load with reduced amount of output capacitance leading to savings on cost and PWB area.
* UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
†
CSA is a registered trademark of Canadian Standards Association.
VDE is a trademark of Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker e.V.
** ISO is a registered trademark of the International Organization of Standards
‡
Document No: DS07-014 ver. 1.09
PDF name: APTH020A0X_ds.pdf
Data Sheet
August 13, 2013
TLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules:
2.4 – 5.5Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 3.63Vdc output; 12A output current
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are
absolute stress ratings only, functional operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in
excess of those given in the operations sections of the data sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for
extended periods can adversely affect the device reliability.
Parameter
Device
Symbol
Min
Max
Unit
All
VIN
-0.3
6
Vdc
APTH
VSEQ
-0.3
ViN, Max
Vdc
All
TA
-40
85
°C
All
Tstg
-55
125
°C
Input Voltage
Continuous
Sequencing Voltage
Operating Ambient Temperature
(see Thermal Considerations section)
Storage Temperature
Electrical Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions.
Parameter
Device
Symbol
Min
Typ
2.4
⎯
Max
Unit
5.5
Vdc
19.5
Adc
Operating Input Voltage
All
VIN
Maximum Input Current
All
IIN,max
VO,set = 0.6 Vdc
IIN,No load
47
mA
VO,set = 3.3Vdc
IIN,No load
52
mA
All
IIN,stand-by
5
mA
Inrush Transient
All
It
Input Reflected Ripple Current, peak-to-peak
(5Hz to 20MHz, 1μH source impedance; VIN =0 to
5.5V, IO= IOmax ; See Test Configurations)
All
12
mAp-p
Input Ripple Rejection (120Hz)
All
43
dB
(VIN=2.4V to 5.5V, IO=IO, max )
Input No Load Current
(VIN = 5.0Vdc, IO = 0, module enabled)
Input Stand-by Current
(VIN = 5.0Vdc, module disabled)
2
1
2
As
CAUTION: This power module is not internally fused. An input line fuse must always be used.
This power module can be used in a wide variety of applications, ranging from simple standalone operation to an
integrated part of sophisticated power architecture. To preserve maximum flexibility, internal fusing is not included;
however, to achieve maximum safety and system protection, always use an input line fuse. The safety agencies
require a fast-acting fuse with a maximum rating of 20A (see Safety Considerations section). Based on the
information provided in this data sheet on inrush energy and maximum dc input current, the same type of fuse with a
lower rating can be used. Refer to the fuse manufacturer’s data sheet for further information.
LINEAGE POWER
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TLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules:
2.4 – 5.5Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 3.63Vdc output; 20A output current
Data Sheet
August 13, 2013
Electrical Specifications (continued)
Parameter
Output Voltage Set-point (with 0.5% tolerance for
external resistor used to set output voltage)
Output Voltage
(Over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and
temperature conditions until end of life)
Adjustment Range
Selected by an external resistor
Device
Symbol
Min
All
VO, set
-1.5
All
VO, set
-3.0
All
VO
0.6
Typ
⎯
Max
Unit
+1.5
% VO, set
+3.0
% VO, set
3.63
Vdc
Output Regulation (for VO ≥ 2.5Vdc)
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max)
All
⎯
0.4
% VO, set
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max)
All
⎯
0.4
% VO, set
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max)
All
⎯
10
mV
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max)
All
⎯
10
mV
Temperature (Tref=TA, min to TA, max)
All
⎯
0.4
% VO, set
0.5
V
Output Regulation (for VO < 2.5Vdc)
Remote Sense Range
All
Output Ripple and Noise on nominal output
(VIN=VIN, nom and IO=IO, min to IO, max Co = 0.1μF // 10 μF
ceramic capacitors)
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
All
⎯
20
35
mVpk-pk
All
⎯
10
15
mVrms
CO, max
0
⎯
200
μF
μF
RMS (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
External Capacitance
1
TM
Without the Tunable Loop
ESR ≥ 1 mΩ
With the Tunable Loop
All
TM
ESR ≥ 0.15 mΩ
All
CO, max
0
⎯
1000
ESR ≥ 10 mΩ
All
CO, max
0
⎯
10000
μF
Output Current
All
Io
0
20
Adc
Output Current Limit Inception (Hiccup Mode )
All
IO, lim
200
% Io,max
Output Short-Circuit Current
All
IO, s/c
30
% Io,max
(VO≤250mV) ( Hiccup Mode )
Efficiency
VIN= 3.3Vdc, TA=25°C
IO=IO, max , VO= VO,set
VO,set = 0.6Vdc
η
70.0
%
VO, set = 1.2Vdc
η
81.9
%
VO,set = 1.8Vdc
η
87.3
%
VO,set = 2.5Vdc
η
90.8
%
VO,set = 3.3Vdc
η
92.9
%
All
fsw
Peak Deviation
All
Vpk
330
mV
Settling Time (Vo