SLUU224A May   2005  – March 2022 TPS40100

 

  1.   Trademarks
  2. 1Introduction
  3. 2Description
    1. 2.1 Applications
    2. 2.2 Features
      1. 2.2.1 Using Remote Sense (J3)
      2. 2.2.2 Simultaneous Tracking (J3)
      3. 2.2.3 Enable (SW2)
      4. 2.2.4 Margin Up/Down (J4)
      5. 2.2.5 Power Good (J1)
      6. 2.2.6 Synchronization (J1)
  4. 3Electrical Performance Specifications
  5. 4Schematic
  6. 5Test Setup
    1. 5.1 Equipment
      1. 5.1.1 Voltage Source (VIN)
      2. 5.1.2 Meters
      3. 5.1.3 Loads (LOAD1)
      4. 5.1.4 Recommended Wire Gauge
      5. 5.1.5 Other
    2. 5.2 Equipment Setup
      1. 5.2.1 Initial EVM Jumper and Switch Settings
      2. 5.2.2 Procedure
      3. 5.2.3 Start-Up and Shutdown Procedure
      4. 5.2.4 Equipment Shutdown
    3. 5.3 Other Tests
      1. 5.3.1 Adjusting Output Voltage (R1 and R3)
      2. 5.3.2 Remote Sense Test Setup
      3. 5.3.3 Voltage Tracking Test Setup
        1. 5.3.3.1 Single Unit Tracking (Charge)
        2. 5.3.3.2 Single Unit Tracking (Discharge)
      4. 5.3.4 Enable and Disable Test Setup
        1. 5.3.4.1 Power-On Enable
      5. 5.3.5 Margin Test Setup
        1. 5.3.5.1 Margin Up 5%
      6. 5.3.6 Power Good and Synchronization Test Setup
        1. 5.3.6.1 Synchronization
  7. 6TPS40100EVM Typical Performance Data and Characteristics Curves
    1. 6.1 Efficiency
    2. 6.2 Line and Load Regulation
    3. 6.3 Loop Stability
  8. 7EVM Assembly Drawings and Layout
  9. 8List of Materials
  10. 9Revision History

2.2.1 Using Remote Sense (J3)

The TPS40100EVM-001 provides the user with remote sense capabilities. Remote sense is used to provide more accurate load regulation by compensating for losses over terminal connections and load wire resistance.

When remote sense is used properly, the converter will regulate the voltage at the point where sense connections are placed. These remote sense connections are usually placed at the intended load. As the load is increased the direct output of the converter will rise to compensate for IR losses.

CAUTION: Long wiring connections can cause the converter to act irregularly. This can show up as pulse width jitter or an oscillatory effect on the ripple voltage. If this condition occurs, check the setup and make adjustments. Please see Section 5.3.2.