RTQ2131BGQW-QA
Evaluation Board
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RTQ2131B, 36V, 1A, Synchronous Step-Down Converter
Evaluation Board
General Description
The Evaluation Board demonstrates the RTQ2131B to be designed for a 5V/1.0A output from a 7V to 25V input at
2.1MHz switching frequency. The RTQ2131B can apply to other output voltages by changing the resistive divider for
input voltages support up to 36V. For more application circuits, please refer to the RTQ2131B datasheet. The wide
input range makes it suitable for automotive systems and car camera module. The RTQ2131B provides complete
protection functions such as input under-voltage lockout, output under-voltage protection, over-current protection, and
thermal shutdown. Cycle-by-cycle current limit provides protection against shorted outputs and soft-start eliminates
input current surge during start-up.
Table of Contents
General Description ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Performance Sepcification Summary ..................................................................................................................... 2
Power-up Procedure .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Detailed Description of Hardware ........................................................................................................................... 3
Bill of Materials ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Typical Applications ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Evaluation Board Layout ........................................................................................................................................ 9
More Information................................................................................................................................................... 11
Important Notice for Richtek Evaluation Board ...................................................................................................... 11
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Performance Sepcification Summary
Summary of the RTQ2131B Evaluation Board performance specificiaiton is provided in Table 1. The ambient
temperature is 25°C.
Table 1. RTQ2131BGQW Evaluation Board Performance Specification Summary
Specification
Test Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
7
--
25
V
Output Current
0
--
1
A
Default Output Voltage
--
5
--
V
Operation Frequency
--
2100
--
kHz
Input Voltage Range
VOUT = 5V
Output Ripple Voltage
IOUT = 1A
--
10
--
mVp-p
Line Regulation
IOUT = 1A, VIN = 7V to 25V
--
±1
--
%
Load Regulation
VIN = 12V, IOUT = 0.001 A to 1A
--
±1
--
%
Load Transient Response
IOUT = 0A to 1A
--
±5
--
%
Maximum Efficiency
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V, IOUT = 1A
--
89.3
--
%
Power-up Procedure
Suggestion Required Equipments
RTQ2131B Evaluation Board
DC power supply capable of at least 36V and 1A
Electronic load capable of 6A
Function Generator
Oscilloscope
Quick Start Procedures
The Evaluation Board is fully assembled and tested. Follow the steps below to verify board operation. Caution : Do
not turn on supplies until all connections are made. Note: When measuring the output voltage ripple, care must be
taken to avoid a long ground lead on the oscilloscope probe. Measure the output voltage ripple by touching the probe
tip and ground ring directly across the last output capacitor.
Proper measurement equipment setup and follow the procedure below.
1) With power off, connect the input power supply to VIN and GND pins.
2) With power off, connect the electronic load between the VOUT and nearest GND pins.
3) Turn on the power supply at the input. Make sure that the input voltage does not exceeds 36V on the Evaluation
Board.
4) Check for the proper output voltage using a voltmeter.
5) Once the proper output voltage is established, adjust the load within the operating ranges and observe the
output voltage regulation, ripple voltage, efficiency and other performance.
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Detailed Description of Hardware
Headers Description and Placement
Carefully inspect all the components used in the EVB according to the following Bill of Materials table, and
then make sure all the components are undamaged and correctly installed. If there is any missing or
damaged component, which may occur during transportation, please contact our distributors or e-mail us at
evb_service@richtek.com.
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Test Points
The EVB is provided with the test points and pin names listed in the table below.
Test Point/
Pin Name
Function
VIN
Input voltage positive connection. The power supply must be connected to input
connectors, VIN and GND.
EN
Enable test point. The test point can be used to measure the enable signal.
VOUT
Output voltage connection. The load must be connected to output connectors, VOUT and
GND.
JP1
EN jumper. Connect EN to ground to disable, connect EN to logic high to enable.
PG
Power-good indication test point. The test point can be used to measure the power-good
singal.
GND
Ground. Input/Output voltage return connection.
BOOT
Bootstrap node test point. The test point can be used to measure the bootstrap voltage.
SW
Switch node test point. The test point can be used to measure the switching node.
VIN_EMI
Input voltage node before EMI solution. Optional for EMI requirement.
VCC
Linear regulator output test point. The test point can be used to measure the output node
of the internal regulator.
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Bill of Materials
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V, IOUT = 1A, f SW = 2100kHz
Reference Count
Part Number
Value
Description
Package
Manufacturer
U1
1
RTQ2131BGQW-QA
RTQ2131B
Step-Down
Converter
WDFN-10SL 3x3
RICHTEK
C1, C2, C3,
C4, C16
5
N/A
N/A
Optional for EMI
requirement
N/A
N/A
C5
1
GCM31CR71H225KA
2.2µF
Capacitor, ceramic,
50V, X7R, ±10%
1206
MURATA
C6, C7, C8
3
CGA3E2X7R1H104K
0.1µF
Capacitor, ceramic,
50V, X7R, ±10%
0603
TDK
C9, C10
2
GCM31CC71E106KA
10µF
Capacitor, ceramic,
25V, X7S, ±10%
1206
MURATA
C11
1
GCM188R71C105KA
1µF
Capacitor, ceramic,
16V, X7R, ±10%
0603
MURATA
C12
1
N/A
N/A
Optional
N/A
N/A
C13
1
N/A
N/A
Optional
N/A
N/A
C15
1
GCE188R71H152KA
1.5nF
Capacitor, ceramic,
50V, X7R, ±10%
0603
N/A
L1, L2
2
N/A
N/A
Optional for EMI
requirement
N/A
N/A
L3
1
WE-74437336047
4.7µH
R2, R4
2
WR06X1003
100kΩ
Resistor, chip,
1/10W, 1%
0603
WALSIN
R3
1
WR06X1053
105k
Resistor, chip,
1/10W, 1%
0603
WALSIN
R5
1
WR06X2002
20k
Resistor, chip,
1/10W, 1%
0603
WALSIN
R6
1
WR06X3742
37.4k
Resistor, chip,
1/10W, 1%
0603
WALSIN
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5.2 x 5.2 x 2.8mm
Isat = 5.9A, 50mΩ
5
Wurth
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Typical Applications
EVB Schematic Diagram
1. The capacitance values of the input and output capacitors will influence the input and output voltage ripple.
2. MLCC capacitors have degrading capacitance at DC bias voltage, and especially smaller size MLCC
capacitors will have much lower capacitance.
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Measure Result
Output Ripple Measurement
Load Transient Response
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V, IOUT = 1A
VOUT
(10mV/Div)
VOUT
(100mV/Div)
Output ripple at 1A load : 6mVpp,
Frequency : 2100kHz
VSW
(5V/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V,
IOUT = 0A to 1A (TR = TF = 1s)
Overshoot : 147mV,
Undershoot : 148mV
IOUT
(500mA/Div)
Time (500ns/Div)
Time (500s/Div)
Power On from EN
Power Off from EN
VOUT
(5V/Div)
VOUT
(5V/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V, IOUT = 1A
VSW
(10V/Div)
VSW
(10V/Div)
VPGOOD
(5V/Div)
VPGOOD
(5V/Div)
VEN
(3V/Div)
VEN
(3V/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V, IOUT = 1A
Time (1ms/Div)
Time (1ms/Div)
Soft-start time = 1.7ms
Short Circuit Response – Short and Recovery
VOUT
(2V/Div)
Strating Progile III (Cold cranking)
VIN
(5V/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 5V, IOUT = 0A
VOUT
(1V/Div)
VPGOOD
(4V/Div)
VPGOOD
(2V/Div)
VOUT = 5V, RLOAD = 5Ω,
with external bootstrap diode
ISW
(1A/Div)
Time (5ms/Div)
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Efficiency vs. Output Current
Output Voltage vs. Output Current
Output Voltage vs. Input Voltage
Note : When measuring the input or output voltage ripple, care must be taken to avoid a long ground lead on the
oscilloscope probe. Measure the output voltage ripple by touching the probe tip directly across the output capacitor.
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Evaluation Board Layout
Figure 1 to Figure 4 are RTQ2131B Evaluation Board layout. This board size is 110mm x 80mm and is constructed
on four-layer PCB with 1 OZ. Cu on the outer layers and 1 OZ. Cu in the inner layers.
Figure 1. Top View (1st layer)
Figure 2. PCB Layout—Inner Side (2nd Layer)
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Figure 3. PCB Layout—Inner Side (3rd Layer)
Figure 4. Bottom View (4th Layer)
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More Information
For more information, please find the related datasheet or application notes from Richtek website
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Important Notice for Richtek Evaluation Board
THIS DOCUMENT IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY, NOTHING CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED AS RICHTEK’S WARRANTY, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, UNDER CONTRACT, TORT OR STATUTORY, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRESENTATION HEREIN. IN NO EVENT SHALL RICHTEK BE LIABLE T O
BUYER OR USER FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION TO DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
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