IMX4 Series Data Sheet
4 Watt DC-DC Converters
Features
• RoHS lead-free-solder and lead-solder-exempted
products are available.
• 5 year warranty for RoHS lead-free-solder products with
temperature index - 8.
• Input voltage ranges up to 121 VDC
20
0.8"
8.5
0.34"
• Voltage withstand test 1500 VAC
• 1 or 2 isolated outputs up to 48 V
32
1.25"
• Extremely wide input voltage ranges
• Immunity according to IEC/EN 61000-4-2, -3, -4, -5, -6
• High efficiency (typ. 83%)
• Flexible load distribution on outputs
• Outputs no-load, overload, and short-circuit proof
• High reliability
• Operating ambient temperature – 40 to +85 °C
• Thermal protection
• Industrial and alternative pinout
• DIL 24 case with 8.5 mm profile
Safety-approved to the latest edition of IEC/EN 60950-1
and UL/CSA 60950-1
Description
The IMX4 Series of board-mountable 4-watt DC-DC converters has been designed according to the latest industry
requirements and standards. The converters are particularly
suitable for use in mobile or stationary applications in transport, industry, or telecom, where variable input voltages or high
transient voltages are prevalent.
1
1 70IMX4
models
Covering a total input voltage range from 8.4 VDC up to
121 VDC with three different models, the converters are
available with single or dual output from 3.3 up to ±24 VDC
with flexible load distribution. Features include efficient input
and output filtering with unsurpassed transient and surge
protection, low output ripple and noise, consistently high
efficiency over the entire input voltage range and high
reliability as well as excellent dynamic response to load and
line changes.
A special feature is their small case size, DIL 24 with only
8.5 mm profile. The circuit is comprised of integrated planar
magnetics, and all components are automatically assembled
and solidly soldered onto a single PCB without any wire
connection. Thanks to the rigid mechanical design, the
converters withstand an extremely high level of shock and
vibrations. Careful consideration of possible thermal stresses
ensure the absence of hot spots providing long life in
environments where temperature cycles are a reality. The
thermal design allows operation at full load up to an ambient
temperature of 85 °C in free air without using any potting
material.
The converters exhibit basic insulation and are designed and
built according to the international safety standards IEC/EN
60950-1. 70IMX4 models are CE-marked.
Several options, such as open-frame or an alternative industrial
pinout, provide a high level of application-specific engineering
and design-in flexibility.
Table of Contents
Page
Page
Description ............................................................................. 1
Model Selection ..................................................................... 2
Functional Description ........................................................... 3
Electrical Input Data ............................................................... 4
Electrical Output Data ............................................................ 6
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .................................... 8
Mechanical Data .................................................................... 9
Immunity to Environmental Conditions ................................ 10
Safety and Installation Instructions ...................................... 10
Description of Options ......................................................... 11
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IMX4 Series Data Sheet
4 Watt DC-DC Converters
Model Selection
Table 1: Model Selection
Output 1
Io1 nom
Vo1 nom
[ VDC] [mA] 1
1
Output 2
Vo2 nom
Io2 nom
[ VDC]
[mA] 1
Output power
Po nom
[W ]
Input voltage
range
[ VDC]
Efficiency
η min
η typ
[%]
[%]
Model
Options
3.3
3.3
900
900
-
-
3.0
3.0
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
76
76
77.5
78
20IMX4-03-8G
40IMX4-03-8G
Z, non-G
Z, non-G
5
5
5
5
700
700
700
700
-
-
3.5
3.5
3.5
3.5
4.7 to 16.8
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
40 to 121
76
78
78
77
81
81
78
5IMX4-05-8G
20IMX4-05-8G
40IMX4-05-8G
70IMX4-05-8G
Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
non-G
12
12
12
12
300
340
340
340
-
-
3.6
4.1
4.1
4.1
4.7 to 16.8
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
40 to 121
79
78
78
79
82
82
81
5IMX4-12-8G
20IMX4-12-8G
40IMX4-12-8G
70IMX4-12-8G
Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
non-G
15
15
15
15
250
280
280
280
-
-
3.75
4.2
4.2
4.2
4.7 to 16.8
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
40 to 121
79
78
78.7
79
82
82
80.5
5IMX4-15-8G
20IMX4-15-8G
40IMX4-15-8G
70IMX4-15-8G
Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
non-G
+5
+5
+5
350
350
350
–5
–5
–5
350
350
350
3.5
3.5
3.5
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
40 to 121
77
76
75.5
81
81
78
20IMX4-0505-8G
40IMX4-0505-8G
70IMX4-0505-8G
K, Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
non-G
+12
+12
170
170
–12
–12
170
170
4.1
4.1
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
76
76
82
82
20IMX4-1212-8G
40IMX4-1212-8G
K, Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
+15
+15
140
140
–15
–15
140
140
4.2
4.2
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
78
76
82
82
20IMX4-1515-8G
40IMX4-1515-8G
K, Z, non-G
K, Z, non-G
+24
+24
80
80
–24
–24
80
80
3.8
3.8
8.4 to 36
16.8 to 75
76
76
83
83
20IMX4-2424-8G
40IMX4-2424-8G
Z, non-G
Z, non-G
Flexible load distribution on double-outputs is possible.
Not for new designs
Part Number Description
Input voltage range Vi
20 IMX4 - 05 05 -8 K Z G
4.7 to 16.8 VDC ........................................... 5
8.4 to 36 VDC ............................................ 20
16.8 to 75 VDC .......................................... 40
40 to 121 VDC ........................................... 70
Series ........................................................................ IMX4
Output voltage of output 1 ...................... 03, 05, 12, 15, 24
Output voltage of output 2 ............................ 05, 12, 15, 24
Operating ambient temperature range –40 to 85 °C .... -8
Options:
Alternative pinout ......................................... K
Open frame ................................................. Z
RoHS compliant for all six substances ....... G
Note: The sequence of options must follow the order above.
Example: 40IMX4-0505-8KG: DC-DC converter, input voltage range 16.8 to 75 V, 2 outputs providing ± 5 V, 350 mA,
temperature range – 40 to 85 °C, alternative pinout, RoHS-compliant for all si x substances
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4 Watt DC-DC Converters
Functional Description
03046
The IMX4 Series converters are feedback-controlled flyback
converters using current mode PWM (Pulse Width
Modulation). The input is protected against transients by
means of a suppressor diode.
Vi+ 1
13 Vo+
n.c. 2
PWM
The output voltage is monitored by a separate transformer
winding close to the secondary windings and fed back to the
control circuit.
12 Vo–
Vi– 24
Current limitation is provided by the primary circuit, thus
limiting the total output current (Io nom for single- and the sum
Io1 nom + Io2 nom for dual-output models).
The close magnetic coupling provided by the planar
construction ensures very good regulation and allows for
flexible load distribution on dual-output models.
Fig. 3
Block diagram for single-output models with alternative
pinout (option K).
03044
Vi+ 22
14 Vo+
23
03047
15 Vo+
Vi+ 1
PWM
PWM
16 Vo–
10
2
11
Vi– 3
Go
10
13 Vo–
Vi– 24
Fig. 1
Block diagram for single-output models with standard
pinout.
Fig. 4
Block diagram for dual-output models with alternative
pinout (option K).
03045
Vi+ 22
14 Vo+
23
PWM
16 Go
2
Vi– 3
11 Vo–
Fig. 2
Block diagram for dual-output models with standard
pinout.
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IMX4 Series Data Sheet
4 Watt DC-DC Converters
Electrical Input Data
General conditions: TA = 25 °C, unless TC is specified.
Table 2: Input Data
Input
5I MX4
20IMX4
40IMX4
70IMX4
Characteristics
Conditions
min
typ max min typ max min typ max min typ max
Vi
Input voltage range
4.7
5.0 16.8 8.4
Vi nom
Nominal input voltage
TC min to TC max
Io = 0 to I o nom
Vi sur
Repetitive surge voltage abs. max input (3 s)
t start-up Converter
t rise
start-up time1
Rise time 1
Ii o
No-load input current
Input capacitance
0.25 0.5
0.25 0.5
0.25 0.5
0.3
5
5
12
12
Io = 0, Vi min to Vi max
3
I i rr
Reflected ripple current I o = 0 to I o nom
--
15
--
0.54
5
10
0.3
5
0.6
s
ms
10
mA
0.15
µF
3.8
3.7
4.2
5.6
A
400
400
400
40 0
kHz
--
EN 55011 4
20
VDC
150
5
Vi min to Vi max, Io = 0 to Io nom
4
100
12
Vi = Vi nom
3
40
--
Switching frequency
2
121
70
--
Inrush peak current
1
40
resistive load
Iinr p
Input RFI level
conducted
75
40
capacitive load
fs
vi RFI
20
--
Worst case condition at
Vi min and full load
Vi nom
Io nom
Ci
5.0
36 16.8 2
Unit
100
--
60
A
30
A
A
mApp
Class
Measured with a resistive or max. admissible capacitive load; see fig. 5
Operation at lower input voltage possible: Po approx. 80% of Po nom at Vi min = 14.4 V
Source impedance according to ETS 300132-2, version 4.3.
External capacitors required according to table 3.
Start-up
Filter to Comply with EN 55011
Vo
trise
Vo nom
Electromagnetic emission requirements according to table
Electrical Input Data can be achieved by adding an external
capacitor as close as possible to the input terminals (see fig. 7
and table 3).
04008b
t
tstartup
Fig. 5
04035b
Vi+
Converter start-up and rise time
+
Ci
Inrush Current
The inrush current has been kept as low as possible by
choosing a very small input capacitance. A series resistor may
be inserted in the input line to further limit this current.
A
04034a
3
Vi–
Fig. 7
Input capacitors
Table 3: Input electrolytic capacitors
Model
20IMX4
40IMX4
70IMX4
Ci
100 µF
50 V
47 µF
100 V
330 µF
160 V
2
1
0
Fig. 6
0
10
20
30
40
µs
Typ. inrush current at Vi nom, Po nom versus time measured
according to ETS 300132-2, version 4.3 (40IMX4).
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Input Transient Voltage Protection
Fuse and Reverse Polarity Protection
In many applications transient voltages on the converter input
are always possible. These may be caused for example by
short circuits between Vi+ and Vi–, where the network
inductance may generate high energy pulses.
The suppressor diode on the input also protects against
reverse polarity input voltage. An external fast fuse is required
to limit this reverse current; see table below.
In order to protect the converter, a transient voltage suppressor diode is fitted at the input; see table below.
Table 6: External input fuse
Table 4: Built-in transient voltage suppressor
Model
Breakdown
voltage
VBR nom
Peak power
at 1 ms
PP
Peak pulse
current
I PP
5IMX4
--
--
--
20IMX4
40 V
600 W
10.3 A
40IMX4
100 V
600 W
4.1 A
70IMX4
150 V
600 W
2.9 A
Model
Fuse type
5IMX4
Fast 1.6 A
20IMX4
Fast 1 A
40IMX4
Fast 0.5 A
70IMX4
Fast 0.315 A
If transients generating currents above the peak pulse current
I PP are possible, an external limiting network such as the circuit
shown in figure 8 is recommended. It provides compliance with
transients according to IEC/EN 61000-4-5, level 2. The comp
onents are specified in table 5.
Li
04036b
Vi+
Ci
+
D
Vi–
Fig. 8
External circuitry to comply with
IEC/EN 61000-4-5, level 2.
Table 5: Components for the circuitry fig. 8
Model
Li
20IMX4
40IMX4
70IMX4
330 µH, 0.42 W
1A
330 µH, 0.42 W
0.6 A
330 µH, 0.65 W
0.3 A
Ci
68 µF, 50 V
68 µF, 100 V
100 µF, 200 V
D
ON 1.5KE 39 A
ON 1.5KE 82 A
–
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Electrical Out put Data
General conditions: TA = 25 °C, unless TC is specified.
Table 7a: Output data for single-output models
Output
Vo nom
3.3 V
Characteristics
Conditions
min
Vo
Output setting voltage
Vi nom, Io = 0.5 Io nom
3.27
Io nom
Output current (nom.)
Vi min to Vi max 5IMX4
Io L
Current limit 2
Vi nom
∆Vo V
Line regulation
Vi min to Vi max, Io nom
±1
±1
±1
±1
∆V
Load regulation
Vi nom
Io = (0.1 to 1) Io nom
±3.5
±3
±3
±3
vo
Output voltage noise
Vi min to Vi max
I o = Io nom
80
80
120
150
typ
5V
max min
max
900
others 1260
1800 955
20
11.90
40
max
15.12
250
340
20
max
12.10 14.88
V
mA
280
375
1400
Unit
min typ
300
700
1000
5
5.04
15 V
min typ
700
5IMX4 950
6
typ
3.33 4.96
--
others
12 V
325
476
680
40
40
392
560
60
50
%
mVpp
75
Vo clp
Output overvoltage
limitation
Co ext
Admissible capacitive load
vo d
Dynamic Voltage deviat.
load
Recovery time
regulat.
Vi nom
Io = (1 to 0.5) Io nom
±250
±250
±250
±250
mV
1
1
1
1
ms
Temperature coefficient
∆Vo /∆TC
Vi min to Vi max
Io = (0.1 to 1) Io nom
±0.02
±0.02
±0.02
±0.02
%/K
±5 V
±12 V
±15 V
±24 V
Unit
td
αVo
Min. load 1%
130
0
680
130
0
680
130
0
150
130
0
100
%
µF
Table 7b: Output data for dual-output models
Output
Vo nom
Characteristics
Conditions
min
Vo1
Vo2
Output setting voltage
Vi nom
Io1 = Io2 = 0.5 Io nom
4.96
4.95
Io nom
Output current (nom.) 1
Vi min to Vi max
Io L
Current limit 2
Vi nom, TC = 25 °C
3
typ
max min
typ max
5.04 11.90
5.05 11.88
2 x 350
min
12.10 14.88
12.12 14.85
2 x 170
1000
typ max min
15.12 23.81
15.15 23.75
2 x 140
474
typ max
24.19
24.25
2 x 80
392
mA
232
∆Vo V Line regulation
Vi min to Vi max, Io nom
±1
±1
±1
±1
∆V
Load regulation 4
Vi nom
Io = (0.1 to 1) Io nom
±3
±3.5
±3
±3
vo1, 2
Output voltage noise
Vi min to Vi max
I o = Io nom
Vo clp
Output overvoltage
limitation
Co ext
Admissible capacitive load 3
vo d
Dynamic
load
regulat.
to d
αVo
1
2
3
4
5
6
5
40
Min. load 1%
Vi min to Vi max
Io = (0.1 to 1) Io nom
140
60
45
130
0
Voltage deviat. Vi nom
I = (1 to 0.5) Io nom
Recovery time o
Temperature coefficient
∆Vo /∆TC
100
6
680
150
70
50
130
0
150
V
240
75
40
130
0
100
mVpp
120
130
0
%
47
%
µF
±250
±600
±750
±750
mV
1
1
1
1
ms
±0.02
±0.02
±0.02
±0.02
%/K
Each output is capable of delivering full output power.
The current limit is primary side controlled.
Sum of both outputs
Conditions for specified output. Other output loaded with constant current Io = 0.5 Io nom.
BW = 20 MHz
Measured with a probe according to EN 61204
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Thermal Considerations
If a converter, mounted on a PCB, is located in free, quasistationary air (convection cooling) at the maximum ambient
temperature TA max (see table Temperature specifications)
and is operated at nominal input voltage and output power,
the case temperature TC measured at the measuring point of
case temperature TC (see Mechanical Data) will approach the
indicated value TC max after the warm-up phase. However, the
relationship between TA and TC depends heavily on the
conditions of operation and integration into a system. The
thermal conditions depend on input voltage, output current,
airflow, temperature of surrounding components and surfaces
and the properties of the printed circuit board. TA max is
therefore only an indicative value, and under practical
operating conditions, the ambient temperature TA may be
higher or lower.
Several converters with equal output voltage can be
connected in parallel and will share their output current quite
equally. However, this may cause start-up problems and is only
recommended in applications, where one converter is able to
deliver the full load current, e.g., in true redundant systems.
Typical Performance Curves
Vo [V]
05056b
5.25
5.0
4.75
4.5
Caution: The case temperature TC measured at the measuring
point of case temperature TC (see Mechanical Data) may under no
circumstances exceed the specified maximum. The installer must
ensure that under all operating conditions TC remains within the
limits stated in the table Temperature Specifications.
4.25
4.0
0
0.1
0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8
Io
0.9 1.0 A
Fig. 10
Short Circuit Behavior
Vo versus Io (typ) of single-output models (20IMX4-05)
The current limitation shuts down the converter, when a short
circuit is applied to the output. It acts self-protecting, and
automatically recovers after removal of the overload condition.
Vo [%]
05057a
31.5
31
05041a
30.5
overload short-circuit condition
100
Vo1 + Vo2 [V]
switch-off
30
70
29.5
29
28.5
0
0.3 s
t
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140 mA
Io
Fig. 11
Fig. 9
Vo versus Io (typ.) of dual-output models (±15 V), with load
connected between Vo+ and Vo –.
Overload switch-off (hiccup mode).
Vo1 [V]
Output Overvoltage Protection
The outputs are protected against overvoltages by Zener
diodes. In the event of an overvoltage, the converter will shutdown and attempt to restart automatically. The main purpose
of this feature is to protect against possible overvoltages,
which could occur due to a failure in the feedback control
circuit. The converters are not designed to withstand external
overvoltages applied to the outputs.
05058a
16.5
16
15.5
Io2 = 140 mA
15
Io2 = 14 mA
14.5
Io1
Series and Parallel Connection
The outputs of single or dual-output models can be
connected in series without any precautions, taking into
consideration that the output voltage should remain below 60 V
for SELV operation.
14
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
mA
Fig. 12
Cross load regulation of dual-output models. Vo1 versus Io1
(typ) for various Io2 (40IMX4-1515).
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Vo1 , Vo2 [V]
η [%]
05059b
12.8
05060a
90
Vi nom
Vi max
Vi min
80
12.4
70
Vo2
Vo1
12
60
11.6
11.2
50
Io1
0
30
60
120
90
150 % Io1 nom
40
25
Fig. 13
50
75
100
Po1
[%]
Po nom
Fig. 14
Flexible load distribution on dual outputs (2 ×12 V) with
load variation from 0 to 150% of Po1 nom on output 1.
Output 2 loaded with 25% of Po2 nom.
Efficiency versus input voltage and load.
Typical values (40IMX4-1212).
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Electromagnetic Immunity
Table 8: Immunity type tests
Phenomenon
Standard
Class
level
Coupling
mode
Value
applied
Waveform
Source
imped.
Test
procedure
Electrostatic
discharge
to case
IEC/EN
61000-4-2
2
contact discharge
4000 Vp
1/50 ns
B
air discharge
8000 Vp
10 positive and
10 negative
discharges
yes
3
330 Ω
150 pF
Electromagnetic IEC/EN
field
61000-4-3
33
antenna
10 V/m
AM 80%
1 kHz
n.a.
80 – 1000 MHz
yes
A
3
antenna
10 V/m
PM, 50% duty
cycle, 200 Hz
repetition frequ.
n.a.
900 MHz
yes
A
Electrical fast
IEC/EN
transients/burst 61000-4-4
4
direct +i/–i
±4000 Vp
bursts of 5/50 ns
5 kHz repet. rate,
15 ms burst,
300 ms period
50 Ω
60 s positive
60 s negative
coupling mode
yes
B
Surges
IEC/EN
61000-4-5
24
+i/–i
1000 Vp
1.2/50 µs
2Ω
18 µF
5 pos. and 5 neg.
surges
yes
B
RF conducted
immunity
IEC/EN
61000-4-6
3
+i/–i
3 VAC
(140 dBµV)
AM 80%
1 kHz
50 Ω
0.15 to 80 MHz
150 W
yes
A
1
2
3
4
In
Peroper. form. 2
i = input, o = output
Performance criterion: A = normal operation, no deviation from specifications, B = temporary loss of function or deviation from specs.
Corresponds to the railway standard EN 50121-3-2:2000, table 9.1
External components required.
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Electromagnetic Emission
Mechanical Data
Conducted RFI noise at input according to EN 55011:
Dimensions in mm (inchies).
Tolerances ±0.3 mm, unless noted
20IMX4-2424-8, Peak Vi+, conducted, 0.15 - 30 MHz, Uster, 30-Jun-06
Ci = 100 µF, Vi = 20 V, Ro = 660 ohm, lead length 10 cm.
dbµV
EN 55011 A
70
20IMX4-cond_P
80
European
Projection
33 (1.3")
60
11 x 2.54 (0.1")
50
15.24 (0.6")
30
20
10
0.5
1
2
5
10
24
12
1
20 MHz
Fig. 15a
Measuring point
of case temperature TC
3.1 (0.12.2")
Typical disturbance voltage (peak) at the pos. input
according to EN 55011, measured at Vi nom and Io nom.
Output leads 0.1 m, twisted. Input capacitors see table 3.
(20IMX4-2424-8).
s09042c
0.5 (0.02")
40IMX4-05-8Z, Peak Vi+, conducted, 0.15 - 30 MHz, Uster, 30-Jun-06
Ci = 47 µF, Vi = 40 V, Ro = 8.2 ohm, lead length 10 cm.
dbµV
8.5 +0 /-0.1
(0.33")
0.2
13
20 (0.79")
40
EN 55011 A
70
40IMX4-cond_P
80
60
Fig. 16
Case with standard or alternative pinout (option K)
Material: Fortron black; weight: