EK14

EK14 Evaluation Kit APPLICABLE PARTS (SOLD SEPARATELY) • DP Package Op Amps INTRODUCTION The EK14 evaluation kit provides a convenient way to breadboard circuits using Apex Microtechnology power op amps packaged in the 12-pin SIP03 package. The amplifier may be mounted vertically with the HS20 heat sink, or horizontally. Connections are provided for required power supply bypassing, external compensation components, as well as current limit resistors. A large area for component mounting provides flexibility and makes a multitude of circuit configurations possible. CAUTION Use the supplied thermal washers or thermal grease between the power amplifier and heat sink. PARTS LIST Reference Manufacturer Part # Description HS20 Heatsink 1 EVAL16 PC Board 1 MS06 Socket-0.015-0.025 Dia. Pins 1 C1, C2 1825B105K201N Cap, 1µF, 200V, 10%-R 2 RLIM1, RLIM2 MP725-0.15-1% 0.15Ω Resistor 2 TW07 Thermal Washer www.apexanalog.com © Apex Microtechnology Inc. All rights reserved QTY 1 package Dec 2015 EK14U Rev F EK14 Figure 1: PCB TOP SIDE DUT 1 12 IC IC -Vs GND+Vs 3.00 C2 C1 1 RLIM EVAL16 R SPARE M I C ROT EC H NOL OGY SPARE GND -IN +IN OUTPUT GND COMPONENT SIDE -Vs + C3 2 + C4 RLIM +Vs OUTPUT 6.43 BOTTOM SIDE EVAL16 DUT SIDE CIRCUIT SIDE BEFORE YOU GET STARTED • • • • • • • 2 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. Refer to Application Note, AN01 for general operating considerations. EK14U Rev F EK14 ASSEMBLY 1. On the silk screen side of the evaluation board, insert and solder the MS06 mating socket in DUT holes 1 – 12. 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. 1uF capacitors and 0.15 Ω resistors have been included with the EK12 kit but may be replaced with other components as necessary. 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 0.13 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 heat sink. NEED TECHNICAL HELP? CONTACT APEX SUPPORT! For all Apex Microtechnology product questions and inquiries, call toll free 800-546-2739 in North America. For 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 IMPORTANT NOTICE Apex Microtechnology, Inc. has made every effort to insure the accuracy of the content contained in this document. However, the information is subject to change without notice and is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind (expressed or implied). Apex Microtechnology reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any specifications or products mentioned herein to improve reliability. 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