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User’s Guide
TPS62102 Buck Converter Evaluation Module User's
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Table of Contents
1 Features...................................................................................................................................................................................2
2 Description.............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
3 Feedback Considerations...................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Error Amplifier.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Open-Loop Small Signal AC Model................................................................................................................................... 5
4 Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Connect a DC Power Supply to Terminal TB1................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 Connect the Load to TB2................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.3 Place a Jumper on CB2..................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.4 Turn on the Electronic Load............................................................................................................................................... 7
4.5 Turn on the Input Power Supply.........................................................................................................................................7
4.6 Shut Down the Converter...................................................................................................................................................7
5 Evaluation Module Layouts................................................................................................................................................... 8
6 Evalulation Module Components........................................................................................................................................ 10
7 References.............................................................................................................................................................................11
8 Revision History....................................................................................................................................................................11
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Features
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1 Features
The TPS62102 Low-Power High-Efficiency Buck Converter includes:
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2.5-V to 9-V input range
0.8-V to 8-V output range
Dual auto mode for high efficiency at light loads
Externally synchornizable
0% to 100% duty cycle
BICMOS for low quiescient, standby, and shutdown currents
8-pin SOIC (D) package
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Description
2 Description
The TPS62102EVM–01 evaluation module is supplied fully assembled and ready to test. This evaluation module
demonstrates an automatic mode switching converter that is capable of 500-mA output current at 3.3 V. The
switching frequency of this converter is 1 MHz free running. Other versions of this converter IC are available that
have nominal switching frequencies of 300 kHz, 600 kHz, and 2 MHz. Note that the fundamental frequencies
have been chosen to minimize interaction with 455-kHz intermediate frequency (IF) circuits. The user needs to
supply a power source and suitable load. Figure 2-1 is the schematic of the evaluation module as assembled. In
this configuration, the converter should have a closed-loop bandwidth of approximately 40 kHz.
L1
15 µH
TPS62102
VIN
C1
100 µF
1
VIN
SW
VOUT
8
C2
1.0 µF
D1
MA786CT
CB2
2
SD/SYNC
3
MODE
PGND
7
FB
6
CB1
GND
COMP
R6
1 kΩ
R5
113 kΩ
R1
30.1 kΩ
4
C6
10 µF
C4
1.0 nF
C8
100 pF
R3 0 Ω
5
R4
35.7 kΩ
Figure 2-1. Evaulation Module Schematic
This evaluation module allows user control over the SD/SYNC and MODE pins of the TPS62102. As supplied,
the MODE (CB1) pin should be left floating. This allows the TPS62102 to automatically determine whether it
operates in the continuous frequency mode or in a pulsed frequency modulation (PFM) mode of operation. See
the TPS62102 data sheet for details[1].
The SD/SYNC pin is jumpered to ground by default. This allows the TPS62102 to free run. Do not allow this
pin to float, as it causes erratic and unpredictable behavior. To synchronize the converter to an external source,
connect the source to the middle pin of CB2. The source should pulse its output at a frequency higher than
the free running frequency of the converter. Attempting to synchronize to a lower frequency than this results in
erratic behavior. The pulse amplitude should be between 2 V and the VIN supplied to the evaluation module. Do
not use a pulse amplitude higher than VIN. Minimum pulse width for syncro- nous signals is 50 ns. This pin can
also cause the converter to shut down and enter a low-current mode of operation. To do this, pull the SD/SYNC
pin to 2 V or more, and hold it there as long as shutdown is desi- red. Shutdown occurs approximately 20 ms
after SD/SYNC is brought high.
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Phase
100
Gain (dB)
100
Phase (degrees)
Description
Gain
0
0
0
100
10k
1M
f – Frequency – Hz
100M
Figure 2-2. Gain/Phase Response for the Internal Error Amplifier
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Feedback Considerations
3 Feedback Considerations
Figure 3-1 shows the gain and phase response for the internal error amplifier. In addition to thecompensation
configuration used, many other feedback configurations are provided for on the evaluation module by using the
optional component footprints. Figure 3-1 shows the schematic of the evaluation module with these additional
footprints. As is evident, most any common feedback implementation can be achieved by simply shorting across
pads or inserting passive components. The extra footprints are all 1206 size for ease of use.
L1
15 µH
TPS62102
1
C1
100 µF
CB2
CB1
VIN
SW
8
C2
1.0 µF
1
2
3
1
2
3
D1
2
SD/SYNC
3
MODE
4
GND
PGND
7
FB
6
COMP
5
C6
10 µF
C7
R6
1 kΩ
R1
30.1 kΩ
C3
R5
113 kΩ
C4
1.0 nF
R3 0 Ω
R2
C8
100 pF
C5
R4
35.7 kΩ
Figure 3-1. Complete Evaulation Module Schematic
3.1 Error Amplifier
The error amplifier in this chip has a significant impact on what can be done with the feedback loop. To get a
realistic model, assume that the error amplifier has 80 dB (dc) gain, with a 2-MHz GBWP. This may be a bit
conservative, but ensures a stable loop if designed with these constraints.
3.2 Open-Loop Small Signal AC Model
The circuit of Figure 3-2 is used to define the feedback loop for this evaluation module.
3.2.1 Open-Loop Small Signal AC Model
M1 is the lumped gain corresponding to the input voltage and the PWM gain. Since the ramp height in the chip
is about 1V the PWM gain is 100%/V or just 1 in the free running case. The 8x factor comes from the input
voltage of 8 V. The PWM gain increases with synchronization. For instance, syncronizing a 1-MHz nominal free
run oscillator to 1.2 MHz increases the PWM gain to:
F
where
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GSYNC = FSYNC × GFREE
FREE
(1)
GFREE is the free running PWM gain (one here)
GSYNC is the synchronized PWM gain
FFREE is the free running oscillator frequency
FSYNC is the synchronized frequency
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L1
15 µH
M1 x 8
X
CF
10 µF
RESR
0.01 Ω
ac
C4
1.0 nF
M2 x–1
EAO_1
X
R6
1 kΩ
R5
113 kΩ
C8
100 pF
R1
30.1 kΩ
R4
36 kΩ
EAO
+
Figure 3-2. Open-Loop Small Signal Alternating Current (AC) Model
CB1
ADJUSTABLE
+
POWER
SUPPLY
–
+
CB2
TPS6201X
EVM
+
LOAD
TB1
TB2
V1
V2
Figure 3-3. Connection Diagram
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Operating Instructions
4 Operating Instructions
4.1 Connect a DC Power Supply to Terminal TB1
The power supply should be capable of supplying up to 10 V at 0.5 A. The power supply should be set to its
minimum output voltage level and current limited to 0.5 A.
4.2 Connect the Load to TB2
This load should be capable of handling 0.5 A at 3.5 V.
4.3 Place a Jumper on CB2
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Placing the jumper from pin 1 to pin 2 pulls SD/SYNC high, resulting in converter shutdown.
Placing a jumper from pin 2 to pin 3 pulls SD/SYNC low, resulting in normal operation.
4.3.1 Placing a Jumper on CB1 is Optional
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A jumper from pin 1 to pin 2 sets MODE high, forcing the converter into the constant-frequency, heavy-load
mode.
A jumper from pin 2 to pin 3 sets MODE low, forcing the converter into the pulsed-variable low power mode.
Letting MODE float, not using a jumper on CB1, allows the converter to operate in auto-mode, the output load
detector circuitry determines if the converter should be running inthe constant-frequency or pulsed-variable
frequency mode.
4.4 Turn on the Electronic Load
Adjust the load to operate between 10 mA and 500 mA.
4.5 Turn on the Input Power Supply
Starting with the input dc power supply at its minimum setting, slowly increase the voltage to7 V ±0.5 V.
4.6 Shut Down the Converter
To shut down the converter, decrease the dc input power supply voltage to zero. Turn off the electronic load.
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5 Evaluation Module Layouts
Evaluation module layout examples of the TPS62102EVM–01 PCB are shown in Figure 5-1 through Figure 5-3.
They are not to scale and appear here only as a reference.
Figure 5-1. Top Layer (Top View)
Figure 5-2. Bottom Layer (Top View)
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Figure 5-3. Assenmbly Drawing (Top Assembly)
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6 Evalulation Module Components
Description
Reference
Qty
Value/Type Number
Manufacturer
PartNumber
C1
1
100mF,±20%,25 V,
electrolytic
Panasonic–ECG
ECE–V1EA101UP
C2
1
1.0mF,+80%/–20%,
25 V, ceramic, Y5V
Panasonic–ECG
ECJ–3YF1E105Z
C3,C5, C7
0
Forevaluation use
only
C4
1
1.0nF, ±10%,X7R, 50
V, ceramic
PhycompUSA, Inc.
12062R102K9B20D
C6
1
10mF,±10%,X7R, 10
V, ceramic
Taiyo Yuden
LMK325BJ106MN
C8
1
100 pF, ±5%, 50 V,
NPO ceramic
PhycompUSA, Inc.
1206CG101J9B200
D1
1
100mA, Shottky diode
Panasonic– SSG
MA3X786
AriesElectronics
12–0511–10
Capacitors
Diodes
Jumpers
CB1,CB2
2
100mil, 3-terminal,
strip–line SIP socket
Inductors
L1
1
15mH,inductor
CoilCraft
DT1608–153
R1
1
30.1kW,±1%,metal
film resistor, 1/8W
Panasonic–ECG
ERJ–8ENF3012V
R2
0
Forevaluation use
only
R3
1
0kW,±1%,metal film
resistor, 1/8W
PhycompUSA, Inc.
9C12063A0R00FKHF
T
R4
1
35.7kW,±1%,metal
film resistor, 1/8W
Panasonic–ECG
ERJ–8ENF3572V
R5
1
113kW,±1%,metal film
resistor, 1/8W
Panasonic–ECG
ERJ–8ENF1133V
R6
1
1.0kW,±5%,metal film
resistor, 1/8W
Terminal Blocks
TB1,TB2
2
2–positionterminal
block connector
Weidmuller
171602
ICs
U1
1
Lowpowersynchronous
buck controller
TI
TPS62102DR
PCBs
n/a
1
Printedcircuit board,
FR4, 2 oz., 2.800” x
1.500” x 0.063”
n/a
SLUP055
Resistors
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References
7 References
Texas Instruments, TPS62102 Low-Power High-Efficiency Buck Converter Data Sheet
8 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
Changes from Revision * (December 2001) to Revision A (June 2021)
Page
• Updated user's guide title................................................................................................................................... 2
• Updated the numbering format for tables, figures, and cross-references throughout the document. ................2
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