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LMZM33603 and LMZM33602 EVM User's Guide
The LMZM33603 and LMZM33602 evaluation modules (EVM) are designed as easy-to-use platforms that
facilitate an extensive evaluation of the features and performance of the LMZM33603 and LMZM33602
power modules. This guide provides information on the correct usage of the EVMs and an explanation of
the numerous test points on the board.
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Description
This EVM features the LMZM33603/LMZM33602 synchronous buck power module configured for
operation with typical 4-V to 36-V input bus applications. The output voltage can be set to one of four
popular values by using a configuration jumper. Similarly, the switching frequency can be set to one of
four values with a jumper. The full output current rating of the device can be supplied by the EVM. Input
and output capacitors are included on the board to accommodate the entire range of input and output
voltages. Monitoring test points are provided to allow measurement of efficiency, power dissipation, input
ripple, output ripple, line and load regulation, and transient response. Control test points and component
footprints are provided for use of the EN, UVLO, PGOOD, and SYNC features of the
LMZM33603/LMZM33602 device. The EVM uses a recommended PCB layout that maximizes thermal
performance and minimizes output ripple and noise.
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Getting Started
Figure 1 highlights the user interface items associated with the EVM. The VIN Power terminal block (J1) is
used for connection to the host input supply and the VOUT Power terminal block (J2) is used for
connection to the load. These terminal blocks can accept up to 16-AWG wire.
Figure 1. LMZM33603/LMZM33602EVM User Interface
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The S+ and S- test points for both VIN and VOUT, located near the power terminal blocks are intended to
be used as voltage monitoring points where voltmeters can be connected to measure VIN and VOUT. Do
not use these S+ and S- monitoring test points as the input supply or output load connection
points. The PCB traces connecting to these test points are not designed to support high currents.
The VIN Scope (J3) and VOUT Scope (J4) test points can be used to monitor VIN and VOUT waveforms
with an oscilloscope. These test points are intended for use with un-hooded scope probes outfitted with a
low-inductance ground lead (ground spring) mounted to the scope probe barrel. The two sockets of each
test point are on 0.1 inch centers. The scope probe tip should be connected to the socket labeled VIN or
VOUT, and the scope ground lead should be connected to the socket labeled PGND.
The control test points located to the right of the device are made available to test the features of the
device. Refer to the Test Points Descriptions section of this guide for more information on the individual
control test points.
The VOUT SELECT jumper (J6) and Fsw SELECT jumper (J5) are provided for selecting the desired
output voltage and appropriate switching frequency. Before applying power to the EVM, ensure that the
jumpers are present and properly positioned for the intended output voltage. Refer to Table 1 for the
recommended jumper settings. Always remove input power before changing the jumper settings.
Table 1. Output Voltage and Switching Frequency Jumper Settings
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VOUT Select
Fsw Select
2.5 V
250 kHz
3.3 V
300 kHz
5.0 V
450 kHz
12 V
900 kHz
Test Point Descriptions
Wire-loop test points and two scope probe test points have been provided as convenient connection
points for digital voltmeters (DVM) or oscilloscope probes to aid in the evaluation of the device. A
description of each test point follows:
Table 2. Test Point Descriptions (1)
VIN S+
Input voltage monitor. Connect the positive lead of a DVM to this point for measuring efficiency.
VIN S–
Input voltage monitor. Connect the negative lead of a DVM to this point for measuring efficiency.
VOUT S+
Output voltage monitor. Connect the positive lead of a DVM to this point for measuring efficiency, line
regulation, and load regulation.
VOUT S–
Output voltage monitor. Connect the negative lead of a DVM to this point for measuring efficiency, line
regulation, and load regulation.
AGND
Analog ground test point.
PGND
Power ground test point.
VIN Scope (J1)
Input voltage scope monitor. Connect an oscilloscope to this set of points to measure input ripple voltage.
VOUT Scope (J2)
Output voltage scope monitor. Connect an oscilloscope to this set of points to measure output ripple
voltage and transient response.
PGOOD
Monitors the power good signal of the device. This is an open drain signal. A pull-up to a 5.1–V zener
diode clamp (D1 & R10) is present on this EVM.
EN
Enable test point. Connect this test point to PGND to disable the device. A 100 kΩ pull-up resistor (R16) to
VIN is present on the EVM. Leave this test point open to enable the device.
SYNC
Synchronization input test point. An AC coupling capacitor (C17) is present on the EVM between this test
point and the SYNC pin of the device. A 49.9 Ω termination resistor (R17) is present between this test point
and PGND. An external clock signal can be applied to this point to synchronize the device to an
appropriate frequency.
(1)
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Refer to the LMZM33603/LMZM33602 datasheet for absolute maximum ratings associated with above features.
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Operation Notes
In order to operate the EVM, apply an input voltage in the range of 4.0 V to 36 V. The UVLO threshold of
the EVM is typically 3.6 V, with 0.3 V of hysteresis. The input voltage must be above the UVLO threshold
in order for the device to startup. The UVLO voltage threshold can be adjusted to a higher voltage by
adjusting the UVLO resistors on the EVM, R9 and R16. Refer to the LMZM33603/LMZM33602 datasheet
for further information on the input voltage range and UVLO operation.
The VOUT SELECT jumper (J6) allows easy evaluation of four common output voltages by simply
connecting a jumper. Table 1 lists the VOUT SELECT voltages and the recommended switching
frequency selections. The selection of jumper J6 connects the appropriate RFBT resistor and CFF capacitor
(if required). If evaluation of another output voltage is desired, jumper J6 should be left open and
components R2 and C18 can be populated with the required values. Refer to the LMZM33603 or
LMZM33602 datasheet for the RFBT and CFF values.
The FSW SELECT jumper (J5) allows the user to easily change the switching frequency for evaluation.
Table 1 lists the recommended switching frequencies for each of the VOUT selections. These
recommendations cover operation over a wide range of input voltage and output load conditions. Several
factors such as duty cycle, minimum on-time, minimum off-time, and current limit influence selection of the
appropriate switching frequency. In some applications, other switching frequencies might be used for
particular output voltages, depending on the above factors. Refer to the LMZM33603 or LMZM33602
datasheet for further information on switching frequency selection, including synchronization.
The EVM includes the required amount of input and output capacitors to accommodate most input and
output voltage conditions. The actual capacitance required will depend on the input and output voltage
conditions of the particular application, along with the desired transient response. If evaluation of the EVM
with additional capacitance is desired, additional capacitor footprints are available on the EVM. Refer to
the LMZM33603 or LMZM33602 datasheet for further information on the minimum required input and
output capacitance.
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Performance Data
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Performance Data
Figure 2 through Figure 5 demonstrate the LMZM33603EVM performance. For more data regarding the
LMZM33603 or LMZM33602 please see the product data sheet.
16.0
95
15.0
90
14.0
Output Ripple Voltage (mV)
100
Efficiency (%)
85
80
75
70
65
VOUT, fSW
12 V, 900 kHz
5.0 V, 450 kHz
3.3 V, 300 kHz
2.5 V, 250 kHz
60
55
50
0.0
4
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
Output Current (A)
2.5
13.0
VOUT, fSW
2.5 V, 250 kHz
3.3 V, 300 kHz
12 V, 900 kHz
5.0 V, 450 kHz
12.0
11.0
10.0
9.0
8.0
7.0
3.0
6.0
0.0
0.5
D003
1.0
1.5
2.0
Output Current (A)
2.5
Figure 2. Efficiency (Vin = 24V)
Figure 3. Ripple Voltage (Vin = 24V)
Figure 4. EN Start-up Waveforms
Figure 5. EN Shut-down Waveforms
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Bill of Materials (BOM)
Table 3 includes the BOM for both the LMZM33602EVM (02) and LMZM33603EVM (03).
Table 3. EVM Bill of Materials
Designator
Quantity
Package
Reference
Value
Description
Part Number
Manufacturer
2
4.7µF
CAP, CERM, 4.7 µF, 50 V, +/- 10%, X7R, 1210
1
0.1µF
CAP, CERM, 0.1 µF, 50 V, +/- 10%, X7R, 0603
1210
GRM32ER71H475KA88L
MuRata
0603
GRM188R71H104KA93D
MuRata
4
4
22µF
CAP, CERM, 22 µF, 25 V, +/- 10%, X7R, 1210
1210
GRM32ER71E226KE15L
MuRata
C11
1
1
C12
1
1
220pF
CAP, CERM, 220 pF, 100 V, +/- 5%, C0G/NP0, 0603
0603
GRM1885C2A221JA01D
MuRata
150pF
CAP, CERM, 150 pF, 100 V, +/- 5%, C0G/NP0, 0603
0603
GRM1885C2A151JA01D
C13
1
1
MuRata
100pF
CAP, CERM, 100 pF, 100 V, +/- 5%, C0G/NP0, 0603
0603
GRM1885C2A101JA01D
MuRata
C16
1
C17
1
1
47µF
CAP, AL, 47 µF, 100 V, +/- 20%, 0.14 ohm, TH
D8xL15mm
EKZN101ELL470MH15D
Chemi-Con
1
1000pF
0603
GRM188R71H102KA01D
D1
MuRata
1
1
5.1V
Diode, Zener, 5.1 V, 500 mW, SOD-123
SOD-123
DDZ9689-7
Diodes Inc.
J1, J2
2
2
Socket Strip, 2x1, 100mil, Black, Tin, TH
Socket Strip,
100mil, 2pin
310-43-102-41-001000
Mill-Max
J3, J4
2
2
Header, 100mil, 4x2, Tin, TH
Header, 4x2,
100mil, Tin
PEC04DAAN
Sullins Connector Solutions
R1
1
1
10.0k
RES, 10.0 k, 1%, 0.063 W, 0402
0402
CRCW040210K0FKED
Vishay-Dale
R5
1
1
162k
RES, 162 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW0603162KFKEA
Vishay-Dale
R6
1
1
133k
RES, 133 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW0603133KFKEA
Vishay-Dale
R7
1
1
88.7k
RES, 88.7 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW060388K7FKEA
Vishay-Dale
R8
1
1
44.2k
RES, 44.2 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW060344K2FKEA
Vishay-Dale
R10
1
1
49.9k
RES, 49.9 k, 1%, 0.063 W, 0402
0402
CRCW040249K9FKED
Vishay-Dale
R11
1
1
15.0k
RES, 15.0 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW060315K0FKEA
Vishay-Dale
R12
1
1
23.2k
RES, 23.2 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW060323K2FKEA
Vishay-Dale
R13
1
1
40.2k
RES, 40.2 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW060340K2FKEA
Vishay-Dale
R14
1
1
110k
RES, 110 k, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW0603110KFKEA
Vishay-Dale
R15
1
1
0
RES, 0, 5%, 0.1 W, 0603
0603
CRCW06030000Z0EA
Vishay-Dale
R16
1
1
100k
RES, 100 k, 1%, 0.063 W, 0402
0402
CRCW0402100KFKED
Vishay-Dale
R17
(or R4)
1
1
49.9
RES, 49.9, 1%, 1 W, 2512
2512
CRCW251249R9FKEG
Vishay-Dale
TB1, TB2
2
2
Terminal Block, 5.08 mm, 2x1, Brass, TH
2x1 5.08 mm
Terminal Block
ED120/2DS
On-Shore Technology
TP1, TP2
2
2
Test Point, Multipurpose, Red, TH
Multipurpose
Testpoint Red
5010
Keystone
02
03
C1, C2
2
C3
1
C4, C5, C6,
C7
CAP, CERM, 1000 pF, 50 V, +/- 10%, X7R, 0603
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Table 3. EVM Bill of Materials (continued)
Part Number
Manufacturer
Test Point, Multipurpose, Black, TH
Multipurpose
Testpoint Black
5011
Keystone
3
Test Point, Multipurpose, White, TH
Multipurpose
Testpoint
White
5012
Keystone
1
0
LMZM33602 RLR0018A (B2QFN-18)
RLR0018A
LMZM33602RLR
Texas Instruments
0
1
LMZM33603 RLR0018A (B2QFN-18)
RLR0018A
LMZM33603RLR
Texas Instruments
SH-P1,
SH-P2
2
2
Shunt, 2mm, Gold plated, Black
2mm Shunt,
Closed Top
2SN-BK-G
Samtec
C8, C9
0
0
CAP, CERM, 1210
C10
0
0
CAP, Tantalum Polymer, 7343-20 SMD
C14, C15
0
0
CAP, CERM, 1210
1210
C18
0
0
CAP, CERM, 0402
0402
R2
0
0
RES, 0402
0402
R3
0
0
RES, 0402
0402
R9
0
0
RES, 0402
0402
TP15
0
0
TEST POINT. No entry in BOM.
N/A
02
03
TP3, TP4,
TP5, TP6
4
4
TP9, TP10,
TP11
3
U1
6
Quantity
Package
Reference
Designator
Value
1x2
Description
1210
7343-20
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Schematic
Figure 6 is the schematic for this EVM.
VIN
VOUT
TP1
TP2
VIN
VOUT
TB1
J1
VIN
PGND
VIN
PGND
C16
47µF
TP4
C15
C2
4.7µF
C14
TB2
J2
C3
0.1µF
0603
C1
4.7µF
C4
22µF
C5
22µF
C6
22µF
C7
22µF
C8
VOUT
C9
C10
VOUT
PGND
PGND
TP6
PGND
PGND
NT1
Net-Tie
R16
100k
TP7
R15
0
C17
TP11
SYNC
R17
49.9
2512
TP3
TP8
1000pF
0603
2
4
6
8
SYNC
PGND
R10
49.9k
J4
VOUT
SELECT
1
3
5
7
TP9
EN
U1
2.5V
R9
VIN
D1
5.1V
4
PGND 5
VIN
VOUT
VOUT
VOUT
3.3V
TP10
PGOOD
TP5
R5
162k
0603
R7
88.7k
0603
R6
133k
0603
300kHz
R8
44.2k
0603
DNC
DNC
PGOOD 17
PGOOD
EN
2
EN/SYNC
3
RT
1
AGND
RT
AGND
R3
5.0V
PGND
R2
12
13
PGND
12V
6 VOUT
7
8
SW
SW
SW
FB
PGND
PGND
PGND
9
10
11
SW
TP15
C18
R11
15.0k
0603
C11
220pF
R12
0603
23.2k
C12
150pF
R13
0603
40.2k
C13
100pF
R14
0603
110k
16 FB
R1
10.0k
0402
14
15
18
450kHz
AGND
900kHz
1
3
5
7
250kHz
AGND
Fsw
J3
AGND
PGND
2
4
6
8
SELECT
AGND
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PCB Layout
Figure 7 through Figure 12 show the PCB layers of the LMZM33603/LMZM33602EVM.
Figure 7. Topside Component Layout (Top View)
Figure 8. Topside Copper (Top View)
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Figure 9. Layer 2 Copper (Top View)
Figure 10. Layer 3 Copper (Top View)
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Figure 11. Bottom-Side Copper (Top View)
Figure 12. Bottom-Side Component Layout (Bottom View)
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