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User’s Guide
TPS54426 Step-Down Converter Evaluation Module User's
Guide
Table of Contents
1 Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................................2
1.1 Background........................................................................................................................................................................ 2
1.2 Performance Specification Summary.................................................................................................................................2
1.3 Modifications...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2 Test Setup and Results.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Input / Output Connections................................................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Start-Up Procedure............................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.3 Efficiency............................................................................................................................................................................4
2.4 Light Load Efficiency.......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.5 Load Regulation................................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.6 Line Regulation.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.7 Load Transient Response.................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.8 Output Voltage Ripple........................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.9 Input Voltage Ripple........................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.10 Start=Up........................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Board Layout.........................................................................................................................................................................10
3.1 Layout.............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
4 Schematic, Bill of Materials and Reference....................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Schematic........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
4.2 Bill of Materials.................................................................................................................................................................14
4.3 Reference.........................................................................................................................................................................14
5 Revision History................................................................................................................................................................... 15
List of Figures
Figure 2-1. TPS54426EVM-608 Efficiency.................................................................................................................................. 4
Figure 2-2. TPS54426EVM-608 Light Load Efficiency................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 2-3. TPS54426EVM-608 Load Regulation....................................................................................................................... 5
Figure 2-4. TPS54426EVM-608 Line Regulation........................................................................................................................ 6
Figure 2-5. TPS54426EVM-608 Load Transient Response........................................................................................................ 6
Figure 2-6. TPS54426EVM-608 Output Voltage Ripple.............................................................................................................. 7
Figure 2-7. TPS54426EVM-608 Input Voltage Ripple................................................................................................................. 7
Figure 2-8. TPS54426EVM-608 Start Up.................................................................................................................................... 8
Figure 2-9. TPS54426EVM-608 Start-Up Relative to Enable......................................................................................................9
Figure 3-1. Top Assembly.......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 3-2. Top Layer................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Figure 3-3. Internal Layer 1........................................................................................................................................................11
Figure 3-4. Internal Layer 2....................................................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 3-5. Bottom Layer as Seen from Back Side................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 3-6. Bottom Assembly as Seen from Back Side.............................................................................................................13
Figure 4-1. TPS54426EVM-608 Schematic Diagram................................................................................................................ 14
List of Tables
Table 1-1. Input Voltage and Output Current Summary...............................................................................................................2
Table 1-2. TPS54426 EVM and Performance Specifications Summary...................................................................................... 2
Table 1-3. Output Voltages.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Table 2-1. Connection and Test Points........................................................................................................................................ 4
Table 4-1. Bill of Materials..........................................................................................................................................................14
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1 Introduction
This user’s guide contains background information for the TPS54426 as well as support documentation for the
TPS54426EVM-608 evaluation module. Also included are the performance specifications, schematic, and the bill
of materials for the TPS54426EVM-608.
1.1 Background
The TPS54426 is a single, adaptive on-time D-CAP2™ mode synchronous buck converter that requires a very
low external component count. The D-CAP2™ control circuit is optimized for low-ESR output capacitors such
as POSCAP, SP-CAP, or ceramic types and features fast transient response with no external compensation.
The switching frequency is internally set at a nominal 700 kHz. The high-side and low-side switching MOSFETs
are incorporated inside the TPS54426 package along with the gate drive circuitry. The low drain-to-source on
resistance of the MOSFETs allows the TPS54426 to achieve high efficiencies and helps keep the junction
temperature low at high output currents. The TPS54426 also has an auto-skip Eco-mode to enable higher
efficiency at light loads. The TPS54426 DC/DC synchronous converter is designed to provide up to a 4-A output
from an input voltage source of 4.5 V to 18 V. The output voltage range is from 0.76-V to 5.5-V voltage. The
output current range for the evaluation module are given in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. Input Voltage and Output Current Summary
EVM
INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE
OUTPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
RANGE
TPS54426EVM-608
VIN = 4.5 V to 18 V
VOUT = 1.05 V, 0 A to 4 A
1.2 Performance Specification Summary
A summary of the TPS54426EVM-608 performance specifications is provided in Table 1-2. Specifications are
given for an input voltage of VIN = 12 V and an output voltage of 1.05 V, unless otherwise noted. The ambient
temperature is 25°C for all measurement, unless otherwise noted.
Table 1-2. TPS54426 EVM and Performance Specifications Summary
SPECIFICATIONS
TEST CONDITIONS
Input voltage range (VIN)
MIN
TYP
MAX
4.5
12
18
Output voltage
Operating frequency
CH1
2
1.05
VIN = 12 V, IO = 1 A
Output current range
Over current limit
VIN = 12 V, LO = 1.5 µH
Output ripple voltage
VIN = 12 V, IO = 4 A
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4
5.4
7
V
V
675
0
UNIT
A
A
mVPP
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1.3 Modifications
These evaluation modules are designed to provide access to the feature of the TPS54426. Some modifications
can be made to this module.
1.3.1 Output Voltage Set Point
To change the output voltage of the EVMs, it is necessary to change the value of resistor R1. Changing the
value of R1 can change the output voltage above 0.765 V. The value of R1 for a specific output voltage can be
calculated using Equation 1 and Equation 2.
For output voltage from 0.76 V to 2.5 V:
æ R1 ö
VO = 0.765 ´ ç 1+
÷
è R2 ø
(1)
For output voltage over 2.5 V:
æ R1 ö
VO = (0.763 + 0.0017 ´ VO ) ´ ç 1+
÷
è R2 ø
(2)
Table 1-3 lists the R1 value for some common output voltages. For higher output voltages of 1.8 V or above,
a feedforward capacitor (C2) can be required to improve phase margin, and is recommended for auto skip
Eco-mode stability. Pads for this component (C2) are provided on the printed circuit board. Note that the values
given in Table 1-3 are standard values, and not the exact value calculated using Table 1-3.
Table 1-3. Output Voltages
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
(V)
R1
(kΩ)
R2
(kΩ)
C2
(pF)
L1
(µH)
1.0
6.81
22.1
1.5
1.05
8.25
22.1
1.5
1.2
12.7
22.1
1.5
1.8
30.1
22.1
10 - 22
2.2
2.5
49.9
22.1
10 - 22
2.2
3.3
73.2
22.1
10 - 22
2.2
5.0
121
22.1
10 - 22
3.3
2 Test Setup and Results
This section describes how to properly connect, set up, and use the TPS54426EVM-608. The section also
includes test results typical for the following:
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Evaluation modules and efficiency
Output load regulation
Output line regulation
Load transient response
Output voltage ripple
Input voltage ripple
Start-up
Switching frequency
2.1 Input / Output Connections
The TPS54426EVM-608 is provided with input/output connectors and test points as shown in Table 2-1. A power
supply capable of supplying 2 A must be connected to J1 through a pair of 20 AWG wires. The load must be
connected to J2 through a pair of 20 AWG wires. The maximum load current capability is 4 A. Wire lengths must
be minimized to reduce losses in the wires. Test point TP1 provides a place to monitor the VIN input voltages
with TP2 providing a convenient ground reference. TP8 is used to monitor the output voltage with TP9 as the
ground reference.
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Table 2-1. Connection and Test Points
REFERENCE DESIGNATOR
FUNCTION
J1
VIN (see Table 1-1 for VIN range)
J2
VOUT, 1.05 V at 4 A maximum
JP1
EN control. Connect EN to OFF to disable, connect EN to ON to enable.
TP1
VIN test point at VIN connector
TP2
GND test point at VIN
TP3
EN test point
TP4
Analog ground test point
TP5
Switch node test point
TP6
Power good test point
TP7
Output voltage test point
TP8
Ground test point at output connector
2.2 Start-Up Procedure
1. Make sure the jumper at JP1 (Enable control) is set from EN to OFF.
2. Apply appropriate VIN voltage to VIN and PGND terminals at J1.
3. Move the jumper at JP1 (Enable control) to cover EN and ON. The EVM will enable the output voltage.
2.3 Efficiency
Figure 2-1 shows the efficiency for the TPS54426EVM-608 at an ambient temperature of 25°C.
100
VOUT = 1.05 V
VIN = 5 V
90
80
Efficiecny - %
70
VIN = 12 V
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
Output Current - A
Figure 2-1. TPS54426EVM-608 Efficiency
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2.4 Light Load Efficiency
Figure 2-2 shows the efficiency at light loads for the TPS54426EVM-608 at an ambient temperature of 25°C.
100
VIN = 5 V
VOUT = 1.05 V
90
80
Efficiecny - %
70
VIN = 12 V
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
0.01
0.1
1
10
Output Current - A
Figure 2-2. TPS54426EVM-608 Light Load Efficiency
2.5 Load Regulation
The load regulation for the TPS54426EVM-608 is shown Figure 2-3.
1.2
VIN = 5 V
VOUT = 1.05 V
1
Output Voltage Deviation - %
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
-0.2
-0.4
-0.6
-0.8
-1
-1.2
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
Output Current - A
Figure 2-3. TPS54426EVM-608 Load Regulation
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2.6 Line Regulation
The line regulation for the TPS54426EVM-608 is shown Figure 2-4.
0.5
IOUT = 2 A
VOUT = 1.05 V
Output Voltage Deviation - %
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
-0.1
-0.2
-0.3
-0.4
-0.5
4.5
6
7.5
9
10.5
12
13.5
15
16.5
18
Input Voltage - V
Figure 2-4. TPS54426EVM-608 Line Regulation
2.7 Load Transient Response
The TPS54426EVM-608 response to load transient is shown in Figure 2-5. The current step is from 500 mA to
1.5 A (25% to 75% of rated load). Total peak-to-peak output voltage variation is as shown.
VOUT = 50 mV / div (ac coupled)
IOUT = 1 A / div (1 A to 3 A load step)
Time = 1 usec / div
Figure 2-5. TPS54426EVM-608 Load Transient Response
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2.8 Output Voltage Ripple
The TPS54426EVM-608 output voltage ripple is shown in Figure 2-6. The output current is the rated full load of 2
A.
VOUT = 20 mV / div (ac coupled)
SW1, SW2 = 5 V / div
Time = 1 usec / div
Figure 2-6. TPS54426EVM-608 Output Voltage Ripple
2.9 Input Voltage Ripple
The TPS54426EVM-608 input voltage ripple is shown in Figure 2-7. The output current is the rated full load of 2
A.
VIN = 50 mV / div (ac coupled)
SW1, SW2 = 5 V / div
Time = 1 usec / div
Figure 2-7. TPS54426EVM-608 Input Voltage Ripple
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2.10 Start=Up
The TPS54426EVM-608 start=up waveform relative to VIN is shown in Figure 2-8.
VIN = 10 V / div
VOUT = 500 mV / div
PG = 5 V / div
Time = 1 msec / div
Figure 2-8. TPS54426EVM-608 Start Up
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The TPS54426EVM-608 start-up waveform relative to enable (EN) is shown in Figure 2-9.
EN = 10 V / div
VOUT = 500 mV / div
PG = 5 V / div
Time = 1 msec / div
Figure 2-9. TPS54426EVM-608 Start-Up Relative to Enable
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3 Board Layout
This section provides description of the TPS54426EVM-608, board layout, and layer illustrations.
3.1 Layout
The board layout for the TPS54426EVM-608 and is shown in Figure 3-1 through Figure 3-6. The top layer
contains the main power traces for VIN, VO, and ground. Also on the top layer are connections for the pins of
the TPS54426 and a large area filled with ground. Many of the signal traces are also located on the top side.
The input decoupling capacitor are located as close to the IC as possible. The input and output connectors, test
points, and most of the components are located on the top side. R3, the 0-Ω resistor that connects VIN to VCC
and R4, the power good pullup, are located on the back side. Analog ground and power ground are connected
at a single point on the top layer near pin 5 of the TPS54426. The internal layer 1 is a split plane containing
analog and power grounds. The internal layer 2 is primarily power ground. There are also a fill area of VIN and a
trace routing VCC to the enable control jumper JP1. The bottom layer is primarily analog ground. There are also
traces to connect VIN to VCC through R3, traces for the power-good signal and the feedback trace from VOUT
to the voltage setpoint divider network.
Figure 3-1. Top Assembly
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Figure 3-2. Top Layer
Figure 3-3. Internal Layer 1
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Figure 3-4. Internal Layer 2
Figure 3-5. Bottom Layer as Seen from Back Side
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Figure 3-6. Bottom Assembly as Seen from Back Side
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4 Schematic, Bill of Materials and Reference
This section presents the TPS54426EVM-608 schematic, bill of materials and reference.
4.1 Schematic
Figure 4-1 is the schematic for the TPS54426EVM.
Figure 4-1. TPS54426EVM-608 Schematic Diagram
4.2 Bill of Materials
Table 4-1. Bill of Materials
REFDES
QTY
VALUE
DESCRIPTION
C1, C3
2
SIZE
PART NUMBER
MFR
10 μF
Capacitor, Ceramic, 25 V, X5R, 20%
1210
C3225X5R1E106M
C11
TDK
0
Open
Capacitor, Ceramic
1206
Std
Std
C2, C8
0
Open
Capacitor, Ceramic
0603
Std
Std
C4, C7
2
0.1 μF
Capacitor, Ceramic, 50 V, X7R, 10%
C5
1
3300 pF
Capacitor, Ceramic, 25 V, X7R , 10%
0603
Std
Std
C6
1
1.0 μF
Capacitor, Ceramic, 16 V, X7R, 10%
0603
Std
Std
C9, C10
2
22 μF
Capacitor, Ceramic, 6.3 V, X5R, 20%
1206
C3216X5R0J226M
TDK
J1, J2
2
ED555/2DS
Terminal Block, 2-pin, 6-A, 3.5 mm
0.27 × 0.25 inch
ED555/2DS
Sullins
JP1
1
PEC03SAAN
Header, Male 3-pin, 100-mil spacing
0.100 inch × 3
PEC03SAAN
Sullins
L1
1
1.5 μH
Inductor, SMT, 11 A, 9.7 milliΩ
0.256 × 0.280 inch
SPM6530T-1R5M100
TDK
R1
1
8.25 k
Resistor, Chip, 1/16W, 1%
0603
Std
Std
R2
1
22.1 k
Resistor, Chip, 1/16W, 1%
0603
Std
Std
R3
1
0
Resistor, Chip, 1/16W, 1%
0603
Std
Std
R4
1
100 k
Resistor, Chip, 1/16W, 1%
0603
Std
Std
R5
0
Open
Resistor, Chip, 1/16W, 1%
0603
Std
Std
TP1, TP3, TP5,
TP6, TP7
5
5000
Test Point, Red, Thru Hole Color Keyed
0.100 × 0.100 inch
5000
Keystone
TP2, TP5, TP8
3
5001
Test Point, Black, Thru Hole Color Keyed
0.100 × 0.100 inch
5001
Keystone
U1
1
TPS54426PWP
TPS54426PWP
TI
929950-00
3M
HPA608
Any
IC, 4-A Output Single Sync. Step-Down
–
1
Shunt, 100-mil, Black
–
1
PCB, 2.76 In × 1.97 In × 0.062 In
0.100
4.3 Reference
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Changes from Revision * (August 2010) to Revision A (September 2021)
Page
• Updated the numbering format for tables, figures, and cross-references throughout the document. ................2
• Updated the user's guide title............................................................................................................................. 2
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