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LMZ14203 SIMPLE SWITCHER
®
6-V to 42-V, 3-A Power Module in Leaded SMT-TO
Package
1
1 Features
1 Integrated Shielded Inductor & Simple PCB
Layout
Flexible Start-Up Sequencing Using External Soft-
Start and Precision Enable
Protection Against Inrush Currents and Faults
Such as Input UVLO and Output Short Circuit
–40°C to 125°C Junction Temperature Range
Single Exposed Pad and Standard Pinout for Easy
Mounting and Manufacturing
Fast Transient Response for Powering FPGAs
and ASICs
Low Output Voltage Ripple
Pin-to-Pin Compatible Family:
LMZ1420x (42 V Maximum 3 A, 2 A, 1 A)
LMZ1200x (20 V Maximum 3 A, 2 A, 1 A)
Fully Enabled for WEBENCH®Power Designer
Electrical Specifications
18-W Maximum Total Output Power
Up to 3-A Output Current
Input Voltage Range 6 V to 42 V
Output Voltage Range 0.8 V to 6 V
Efficiency up to 90%
Performance Benefits
Operates at High Ambient Temperature With
No Thermal Derating
High Efficiency Reduces System Heat
Generation
Low Radiated Emissions (Electromagnetic
Interference [EMI]) Tested With EN55022
Class B Standard
Passes 10-V/m Radiated Immunity EMI Test
Standard EN61000 4-3
Create a Custom Design Using the LMZ14203
With the WEBENCH®Power Designer
2 Applications
Point of Load Conversions From 12-V and 24-V
Input Rail
Space Constrained and High Thermal
Requirement Applications
Negative Output Voltage Applications
(See AN-2027 SNVA425)
3 Description
The LMZ14203 SIMPLE SWITCHER power module
is an easy-to-use step-down DC-DC solution that can
drive up to 3-A load with exceptional power
conversion efficiency, line and load regulation, and
output accuracy. The LMZ14203 is available in an
innovative package that enhances thermal
performance and allows for hand or machine
soldering.
The LMZ14203 can accept an input voltage rail
between 6 V and 42 V and deliver an adjustable and
highly accurate output voltage as low as 0.8 V. The
LMZ14203 only requires three external resistors and
four external capacitors to complete the power
solution. The LMZ14203 is a reliable and robust
design with the following protection features: thermal
shutdown, input UVLO, output overvoltage protection,
short-circuit protection, output current limit, and
allows start-up into a prebiased output. A single
resistor adjusts the switching frequency up to 1 MHz.
Device Information(1)(2)
PART NUMBER PACKAGE BODY SIZE (NOM)
LMZ14203 TO-PMOD (7) 10.16 mm × 9.85 mm
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the data sheet.
(2) Peak reflow temperature equals 245°C. See SNAA214 for
more details.
Simplified Application Schematic Efficiency 12-V Input at 25°C
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Table of Contents
1 Features.................................................................. 1
2 Applications ........................................................... 1
3 Description............................................................. 1
4 Revision History..................................................... 2
5 Pin Configuration and Functions......................... 3
6 Specifications......................................................... 3
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ...................................... 3
6.2 ESD Ratings.............................................................. 4
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions....................... 4
6.4 Thermal Information.................................................. 4
6.5 Electrical Characteristics........................................... 4
6.6 Typical Characteristics ............................................. 6
7 Detailed Description............................................ 10
7.1 Overview................................................................. 10
7.2 Functional Block Diagram....................................... 10
7.3 Feature Description................................................. 10
7.4 Device Functional Modes........................................ 11
8 Application and Implementation ........................ 12
8.1 Application Information............................................ 12
8.2 Typical Application.................................................. 12
9 Power Supply Recommendations...................... 18
10 Layout................................................................... 18
10.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 18
10.2 Layout Example .................................................... 19
10.3 Power Dissipation and Board Thermal
Requirements........................................................... 20
10.4 Power Module SMT Guidelines ............................ 20
11 Device and Documentation Support................. 22
11.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools ............. 22
11.2 Device Support...................................................... 22
11.3 Documentation Support ........................................ 22
11.4 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates 22
11.5 Community Resources.......................................... 22
11.6 Trademarks........................................................... 23
11.7 Electrostatic Discharge Caution............................ 23
11.8 Glossary................................................................ 23
12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
Information........................................................... 23
4 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
Changes from Revision R (October 2015) to Revision S Page
Changed equation 9 to put a bracket around fsw*delta VIN................................................................................................ 15
Changed equation 10 to put a bracket around VIN and RON2............................................................................................... 16
Changes from Revision Q (August 2015) to Revision R Page
Added this new bullet to the Power Module SMT Guidelines .............................................................................................. 20
Changes from Revision P (May 2015) to Revision Q Page
Changed the title of the document ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Changes from Revision O (October 2013) to Revision P Page
Added ESD Rating table, Thermal Information table, Feature Description section, Device Functional Modes,
Application and Implementation section, Power Supply Recommendations section, Layout section, Device and
Documentation Support section, and Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information section ..................................... 1
Removed Easy-to-Use Pin Package image........................................................................................................................... 1
Changes from Revision N (March 2013) to Revision O Page
Changed 12 mils................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Changed 12 mils................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Added Power Module SMT Guidelines................................................................................................................................. 20
Exposed Pad
Connect to GND
5 SS
6 FB
3 EN
1 VIN
2 RON
4 GND
7 VOUT
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5 Pin Configuration and Functions
NDW Package
7-Pin TO-PMOD
Top View
Pin Functions
PIN TYPE DESCRIPTION
NAME NO.
EN 3 Analog Enable. Input to the precision enable comparator. Rising threshold is 1.18 V nominal; 90 mV
hysteresis nominal. Maximum recommended input level is 6.5 V.
FB 6 Analog Feedback. Internally connected to the regulation, overvoltage, and short-circuit comparators. The
regulation reference point is 0.8 V at this input pin. Connected the feedback resistor divider between
the output and ground to set the output voltage.
GND 4 Ground Ground. Reference point for all stated voltages. Must be externally connected to exposed thermal
pad.
RON 2 Analog ON-time resistor. An external resistor between this pin and the VIN pin sets the ON-time of the
application. Typical values range from 25 kΩto 124 kΩ.
SS 5 Analog Soft-start. An internal 8-µA current source charges an external capacitor to produce the soft-start
function. This node is discharged at 200 µA during disable, overcurrent, thermal shutdown and
internal UVLO conditions.
VIN 1 Power Supply input. Nominal operating range is 6 V to 42 V . A small amount of internal capacitance is
contained within the package assembly. Additional external input capacitance is required between
this pin and exposed pad.
VOUT 7 Power Output voltage. Output from the internal inductor. Connect the output capacitor between this pin and
exposed pad.
Thermal
Pad Ground Exposed thermal pad. Internally connected to pin 4. Used to dissipate heat from the package during
operation. Must be electrically connected to pin 4 external to the package.
(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
(2) For soldering specifications, refer to the following document: Absolute Maximum Ratings for Soldering (SNOA549).
6 Specifications
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)(1)(2)
MIN MAX UNIT
VIN, RON to GND –0.3 43.5 V
EN, FB, SS to GND –0.3 7 V
Junction Temperature 150 °C
Peak Reflow Case Temperature (30 sec) 245 °C
Storage Temperature –65 150 °C
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(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
6.2 ESD Ratings VALUE UNIT
V(ESD) Electrostatic discharge Human body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001(1) ±2000 V
(1) Absolute Maximum Ratings are limits beyond which damage to the device may occur. Recommended Operating Ratings are conditions
under which operation of the device is intended to be functional. For ensured specifications and test conditions, see the Electrical
Characteristics.
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)(1)
MIN MAX UNIT
VIN 6 42 V
EN 0 6.5 V
Operation Junction Temperature 40 125 °C
(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application
report.
6.4 Thermal Information
THERMAL METRIC(1) LMZ14203
UNITNDW (TO-PMOD)
7 PINS
RθJA Junction-to-ambient
thermal resistance 4-layer JEDEC Printed Circuit Board, No air flow 19.3 °C/W
2-layer JEDEC Printed Circuit Board, No air flow 21.5
RθJC(top) Junction-to-case (top)
thermal resistance No air flow 1.9 °C/W
(1) Minimum and maximum limits are 100% production tested at 25°C. Limits over the operating temperature range are ensured through
correlation using Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods. Limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL).
(2) Typical numbers are at 25°C and represent the most likely parametric norm.
(3) EN 55022:2006, +A1:2007, FCC Part 15 Subpart B: 2007. See AN-2024 and layout for information on device under test.
6.5 Electrical Characteristics
TJ= 25°C unless otherwise noted. Minimum and maximum limits are ensured through test, design or statistical correlation.
Typical values represent the most likely parametric norm at TJ= 25°C, and are provided for reference purposes only. Unless
otherwise stated the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V, Vout = 3.3 V
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN(1) TYP(2) MAX(1) UNIT
SYSTEM PARAMETERS
Enable Control(3)
VEN EN threshold trip
point VEN rising TJ= 25°C 1.18 V
over the junction temperature (TJ)
range of –40°C to +125°C 1.1 1.25
VEN-HYS EN threshold
hysteresis VEN falling 90 mV
Soft Start
ISS SS source current VSS = 0V TJ= 25°C 8 µA
over the junction temperature (TJ)
range of –40°C to +125°C 5 11
ISS-DIS SS discharge
current –200 µA
Current Limit
ICL Current limit
threshold DC average
VIN= 12 V to 24 V TJ= 25°C 4.2 A
over the junction temperature (TJ)
range of –40°C to +125°C 3.2 5.25
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Electrical Characteristics (continued)
TJ= 25°C unless otherwise noted. Minimum and maximum limits are ensured through test, design or statistical correlation.
Typical values represent the most likely parametric norm at TJ= 25°C, and are provided for reference purposes only. Unless
otherwise stated the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V, Vout = 3.3 V
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN(1) TYP(2) MAX(1) UNIT
ON/OFF Timer
tON-MIN ON timer minimum
pulse width 150 ns
tOFF OFF timer pulse
width 260 ns
Regulation and Overvoltage Comparator
VFB In-regulation
feedback voltage VSS > 0.8 V
TJ= –40°C to 125°C
IO= 3 A
TJ= 25°C 0.804 V
over the junction temperature (TJ)
range of –40°C to +125°C 0.784 0.825
VSS > 0.8 V
TJ= 25°C
IO= 10 mA 0.786 0.802 0.818 V
VFB-OV Feedback
overvoltage
protection threshold 0.92 V
IFB Feedback input bias
current 5 nA
IQNonswitching Input
Current VFB= 0.86 V 1 mA
ISD Shut Down
Quiescent Current VEN= 0 V 25 μA
Thermal Characteristics
TSD Thermal Shutdown Rising 165 °C
TSD-HYST Thermal shutdown
hysteresis Falling 15 °C
PERFORMANCE PARAMETERS
ΔVOOutput Voltage
Ripple 8 mV PP
ΔVO/ΔVIN Line Regulation VIN = 12 V to 42 V, IO= 3 A 0.01%
ΔVO/IOUT Load Regulation VIN = 24 V 1.5 mV/A
ηEfficiency VIN = 24 V VO= 3.3 V IO= 1 A 92%
ηEfficiency VIN = 24 V VO= 3.3 V IO= 3 A 85%
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6.6 Typical Characteristics
Unless otherwise specified, the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V; CIN = 10-µF X7R Ceramic; CO= 100-µF X7R Ceramic;
TA= 25°C for efficiency curves and waveforms.
Figure 1. Efficiency 6-V Input at 25°C Figure 2. Dissipation 6-V Input at 25°C
Figure 3. Efficiency 12-V Input at 25°C Figure 4. Dissipation 12-V Input at 25°C
Figure 5. Efficiency 24-V Input at 25°C Figure 6. Dissipation 24-V Input at 25°C
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DISSIPATION (W)
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
Unless otherwise specified, the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V; CIN = 10-µF X7R Ceramic; CO= 100-µF X7R Ceramic;
TA= 25°C for efficiency curves and waveforms.
Figure 7. Efficiency 36-V Input at 25°C Figure 8. Dissipation 36-V Input at 25°C
Figure 9. Efficiency 6-V Input at 85°C Figure 10. Dissipation 6-V Input at 85°C
Figure 11. Efficiency 8-V Input at 85°C Figure 12. Dissipation 8-V Input at 85°C
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
Unless otherwise specified, the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V; CIN = 10-µF X7R Ceramic; CO= 100-µF X7R Ceramic;
TA= 25°C for efficiency curves and waveforms.
Figure 13. Efficiency 12-V Input at 85°C Figure 14. Dissipation 12-V Input at 85°C
Figure 15. Efficiency 24-V Input at 85°C Figure 16. Dissipation 24-V Input at 85°C
Figure 17. Efficiency 36-V Input at 85°C Figure 18. Dissipation 36-V Input at 85°C
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1.5
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AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (°C)
OUTPUT CURRENT (A)
VOUT = 3.3V
JA = 19.6°C/W
36VIN
12Vin
12Vin
6Vin
24Vin
6Vin
3.26
3.28
3.3
3.32
3.34
3.36
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OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V)
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8
12 15
20
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42
25°C
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
Unless otherwise specified, the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V; CIN = 10-µF X7R Ceramic; CO= 100-µF X7R Ceramic;
TA= 25°C for efficiency curves and waveforms.
Figure 19. Line and Load Regulation at 25°C Figure 20. Output Ripple
24 VIN 3.3 VO3 A, BW = 200 MHz
Figure 21. Transient Response
24 VIN 3.3 VO0.6-A to 3-A Step
Figure 22. Thermal Derating VOUT = 3.3 V
0.47 éF
6.8 éHCo
CIN
Cvcc
CBST
FB
EN
SS
Vin
Linear reg
RON Timer
Css
RON
RFBT
RFBB
CFF
Regulator IC
VO
Internal
Passives
VOUT
GND
VIN 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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7 Detailed Description
7.1 Overview
The LMZ14203 power module is an easy-to-use step-down DC-DC solution that can drive up to 3-A load with
exceptional power conversion efficiency, line and load regulation, and output accuracy.
7.2 Functional Block Diagram
7.3 Feature Description
7.3.1 COT Control Circuit Overview
Constant ON-Time control is based on a comparator and an ON-time one shot, with the output voltage feedback
compared with an internal 0.8-V reference. If the feedback voltage is below the reference, the main MOSFET is
turned on for a fixed ON-time determined by a programming resistor RON. RON is connected to VIN such that ON-
time is reduced with increasing input supply voltage. Following this ON-time, the main MOSFET remains off for a
minimum of 260 ns. If the voltage on the feedback pin falls below the reference level again the ON-time cycle is
repeated. Regulation is achieved in this manner.
7.3.2 Output Overvoltage Comparator
The voltage at FB is compared to a 0.92-V internal reference. If FB rises above 0.92 V the ON-time is
immediately terminated. This condition is known as overvoltage protection (OVP). It can occur if the input voltage
is increased very suddenly or if the output load is decreased very suddenly. Once OVP is activated, the top
MOSFET ON-times will be inhibited until the condition clears. Additionally, the synchronous MOSFET will remain
on until inductor current falls to zero.
7.3.3 Current Limit
Current limit detection is carried out during the OFF-time by monitoring the current in the synchronous MOSFET.
Referring to the Functional Block Diagram, when the top MOSFET is turned off, the inductor current flows
through the load, the PGND pin and the internal synchronous MOSFET. If this current exceeds 4.2 A (typical) the
current limit comparator disables the start of the next ON-time period. The next switching cycle will occur only if
the FB input is less than 0.8 V and the inductor current has decreased below 4.2 A. Inductor current is monitored
during the period of time the synchronous MOSFET is conducting. So long as inductor current exceeds 4.2 A,
further ON-time intervals for the top MOSFET will not occur. Switching frequency is lower during current limit due
to the longer OFF-time.
NOTE
Current limit is dependent on both duty cycle and temperature.
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Feature Description (continued)
7.3.4 Thermal Protection
The junction temperature of the LMZ14203 should not be allowed to exceed its maximum ratings. Thermal
protection is implemented by an internal Thermal Shutdown circuit which activates at 165 °C (typical) causing the
device to enter a low power standby state. In this state the main MOSFET remains off causing VOto fall, and
additionally the CSS capacitor is discharged to ground. Thermal protection helps prevent catastrophic failures for
accidental device overheating. When the junction temperature falls back below 145°C (typical hysteresis = 20 °C)
the SS pin is released, VOrises smoothly, and normal operation resumes.
Applications requiring maximum output current especially those at high input voltage may require application
derating at elevated temperatures.
7.3.5 Zero Coil Current Detection
The current of the lower (synchronous) MOSFET is monitored by a zero coil current detection circuit which
inhibits the synchronous MOSFET when its current reaches zero until the next ON-time. This circuit enables the
DCM operating mode, which improves efficiency at light loads.
7.3.6 Prebiased Start-Up
The LMZ14203 will properly start up into a prebiased output. This start-up situation is common in multiple rail
logic applications where current paths may exist between different power rails during the start-up sequence.
Figure 23 is a scope capture that shows proper behavior during this event.
Figure 23. Prebiased Start-Up
7.4 Device Functional Modes
7.4.1 Discontinuous Conduction and Continuous Conduction Modes
At light-load, the regulator operates in discontinuous conduction mode (DCM). With load currents above the
critical conduction point, it operates in continuous conduction mode (CCM). When operating in DCM the
switching cycle begins at zero amps inductor current; increases up to a peak value, and then recedes back to
zero before the end of the OFF-time. During the period of time that inductor current is zero, all load current is
supplied by the output capacitor. The next ON-time period starts when the voltage on the FB pin falls below the
internal reference. The switching frequency is lower in DCM and varies more with load current as compared to
CCM. Conversion efficiency in DCM is maintained because conduction and switching losses are reduced with
the smaller load and lower switching frequency.
4
5
6
7
3
2
1
EP
VOUT
FB
RON
SS
VIN
EN
GND
VIN
CIN2
10 PF
Enable
8V to 42V
CFF
0.022 PF
U1
CSS
0.022 PFRFBB
1.07k
LMZ14203TZ
3.3VO @ 3A
CO1
1 PFCO2
100 PF
RON
61.9k
RENT
68.1k
RENB
11.8k
RFBT
3.32k
CIN1
1 PF
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8 Application and Implementation
NOTE
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component
specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are
responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.
8.1 Application Information
The LMZ14203 is a step-down DC-to-DC power module. It is typically used to convert a higher DC voltage to a
lower DC voltage with a maximum output current of 3 A. The following design procedure can be used to select
components for the LMZ14203. Alternately, the WEBENCH software may be used to generate complete designs.
When generating a design, the WEBENCH software uses iterative design procedure and accesses
comprehensive databases of components. For more details, see www.ti.com.
8.2 Typical Application
Figure 24. Evaluation Board Schematic Diagram
8.2.1 Design Requirements
For this example the following application parameters exist.
VIN Range = Up to 42 V
VOUT =0.8Vto5V
IOUT =3A
Please refer to Table 1 for more information.
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Table 1. Component Value Combinations
VOUT (V) RFBT (k) RFBB (k) RDS(on) (k)VIN (V)
MIN MAX
5 5.62 1.07 100 7.5 42
3.3 3.32 61.9
6
42
2.5 2.26 47.5 30
1.8 1.87 1.5 32.4 25
1.5 1 1.13 28 21
1.2 4.22 8.45 22.6 19
0.8 0 39.2 24.9 18
Table 2. List of Materials
Ref Des Description Case Size Manufacturer Manufacturer P/N
U1 SIMPLE SWITCHER PFM-7 Texas Instruments LMZ14203TZ
CIN1 1 µF, 50 V, X7R 1206 Taiyo Yuden UMK316B7105KL-T
CIN2 10 µF, 50 V, X7R 1210 Taiyo Yuden UMK325BJ106MM-T
CO1 1 µF, 50 V, X7R 1206 Taiyo Yuden UMK316B7105KL-T
CO2 100 µF, 6.3 V, X7R 1210 Taiyo Yuden JMK325BJ107MM-T
RFBT 3.32 k0603 Vishay Dale CRCW06033K32FKEA
RFBB 1.07 k0603 Vishay Dale CRCW06031K07FKEA
RON 61.9 k0603 Vishay Dale CRCW060361k9FKEA
RENT 68.1 k0603 Vishay Dale CRCW060368k1FKEA
RENB 11.8 k0603 Vishay Dale CRCW060311k8FKEA
CFF 22 nF, ±10%, X7R, 16 V 0603 TDK C1608X7R1H223K
CSS 22 nF, ±10%, X7R, 16 V 0603 TDK C1608X7R1H223K
8.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
8.2.2.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools
Click here to create a custom design using the LMZ14203 device with the WEBENCH® Power Designer.
1. Start by entering the input voltage (VIN), output voltage (VOUT), and output current (IOUT) requirements.
2. Optimize the design for key parameters such as efficiency, footprint, and cost using the optimizer dial.
3. Compare the generated design with other possible solutions from Texas Instruments.
The WEBENCH Power Designer provides a customized schematic along with a list of materials with real-time
pricing and component availability.
In most cases, these actions are available:
Run electrical simulations to see important waveforms and circuit performance
Run thermal simulations to understand board thermal performance
Export customized schematic and layout into popular CAD formats
Print PDF reports for the design, and share the design with colleagues
Get more information about WEBENCH tools at www.ti.com/WEBENCH.
8.2.2.2 Design Steps for the LMZ14203 Application
The LMZ14203 is fully supported by WEBENCH and offers the following: Component selection, electrical and
thermal simulations as well as the build-it board for a reduction in design time. The following list of steps can be
used to manually design the LMZ14203 application.
1. Select minimum operating VIN with enable divider resistors
2. Program VOwith divider resistor selection
3. Program turnon time with soft-start capacitor selection
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4. Select CO
5. Select CIN
6. Set operating frequency with RON
7. Determine module dissipation
8. Lay out PCB for required thermal performance
8.2.2.2.1 Enable Divider, RENT and RENB Selection
The enable input provides a precise 1.18-V band-gap rising threshold to allow direct logic drive or connection to
a voltage divider from a higher enable voltage such as VIN. The enable input also incorporates 90 mV (typical) of
hysteresis resulting in a falling threshold of 1.09 V. The maximum recommended voltage into the EN pin is 6.5 V.
For applications where the midpoint of the enable divider exceeds 6.5 V, a small Zener diode can be added to
limit this voltage.
The function of this resistive divider is to allow the designer to choose an input voltage below which the circuit
will be disabled. This implements the feature of programmable under voltage lockout. This is often used in
battery powered systems to prevent deep discharge of the system battery. It is also useful in system designs for
sequencing of output rails or to prevent early turnon of the supply as the main input voltage rail rises at power-
up. Applying the enable divider to the main input rail is often done in the case of higher input voltage systems
such as 24-V AC/DC systems where a lower boundary of operation should be established. In the case of
sequencing supplies, the divider is connected to a rail that becomes active earlier in the power-up cycle than the
LMZ14203 output rail. The two resistors should be chosen based on the following ratio:
RENT / RENB = (VIN UVLO / 1.18 V) 1 (1)
The LMZ14203 demonstration and evaluation boards use 11.8 kfor RENB and 68.1 kfor RENT resulting in a
rising UVLO of 8 V. This divider presents 6.25 V to the EN input when the divider input is raised to 42 V.
The EN pin is internally pulled up to VIN and can be left floating for always-on operation.
8.2.2.2.2 Output Voltage Selection
Output voltage is determined by a divider of two resistors connected between VOand ground. The midpoint of
the divider is connected to the FB input. The voltage at FB is compared to a 0.8V internal reference. In normal
operation an ON-time cycle is initiated when the voltage on the FB pin falls below 0.8 V. The main MOSFET ON-
time cycle causes the output voltage to rise and the voltage at the FB to exceed 0.8 V. As long as the voltage at
FB is above 0.8 V, ON-time cycles will not occur.
The regulated output voltage determined by the external divider resistors RFBT and RFBB is:
VO= 0.8 V × (1 + RFBT / RFBB) (2)
Rearranging terms; the ratio of the feedback resistors for a desired output voltage is:
RFBT / RFBB = (VO/ 0.8 V) - 1 (3)
These resistors should be chosen from values in the range of 1 kΩto 10 kΩ.
For VO= 0.8 V the FB pin can be connected to the output directly so long as an output preload resistor remains
that draws more than 20 uA. Converter operation requires this minimum load to create a small inductor ripple
current and maintain proper regulation when no load is present.
A feed-forward capacitor is placed in parallel with RFBT to improve load step transient response. Its value is
usually determined experimentally by load stepping between DCM and CCM conduction modes and adjusting for
best transient response and minimum output ripple.
A table of values for RFBT , RFBB , CFF and RON is included in the applications schematic.
8.2.2.2.3 Soft-Start Capacitor Selection
Programmable soft-start permits the regulator to slowly ramp to its steady state operating point after being
enabled, thereby reducing current inrush from the input supply and slowing the output voltage rise-time to
prevent overshoot.
Upon turnon, after all UVLO conditions have been passed, an internal 8-uA current source begins charging the
external soft-start capacitor. The soft-start time duration to reach steady-state operation is given by the formula:
tSS = VREF × CSS / Iss = 0.8 V × CSS / 8 uA (4)
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This equation can be rearranged as follows:
CSS = tSS × 8 μA / 0.8 V (5)
Use of a 0.022-μF capacitor results in 2.2 ms soft-start duration. This is recommended as a minimum value.
As the soft-start input exceeds 0.8 V the output of the power stage will be in regulation. The soft-start capacitor
continues charging until it reaches approximately 3.8 V on the SS pin. Voltage levels between 0.8 V and 3.8 V
have no effect on other circuit operation. Note the following conditions will reset the soft-start capacitor by
discharging the SS input to ground with an internal 200-μA current sink.
The enable input being pulled low
Thermal shutdown condition
Overcurrent fault
Internal VCC UVLO (Approx 4-V input to VIN)
8.2.2.2.4 COSelection
None of the required COoutput capacitance is contained within the module. At a minimum, the output capacitor
must meet the worst case minimum ripple current rating of 0.5 × ILR P-P, as calculated in Equation 12 below.
Beyond that, additional capacitance will reduce output ripple so long as the ESR is low enough to permit it. A
minimum value of 10 μF is generally required. Experimentation will be required if attempting to operate with a
minimum value. Ceramic capacitors or other low ESR types are recommended. See AN-2024 SNVA422 for more
detail.
The following equation provides a good first pass approximation of COfor load transient requirements:
COISTEP × VFB × L × VIN / (4 × VO× (VIN VO) × VOUT-TRAN) (6)
Solving:
CO3 A × 0.8 V × 6.8 μH × 24 V / (4 × 3.3 V × ( 24 V 3.3 V) × 33 mV) 43 μF (7)
The LMZ14203 demonstration and evaluation boards are populated with a 100-uF 6.3-V X5R output capacitor.
Locations for extra output capacitors are provided.
8.2.2.2.5 CIN Selection
The LMZ14203 module contains an internal 0.47-µF input ceramic capacitor. Additional input capacitance is
required external to the module to handle the input ripple current of the application. This input capacitance should
be very close to the module. Input capacitor selection is generally directed to satisfy the input ripple current
requirements rather than by capacitance value. Worst-case input ripple current rating is dictated by the equation:
I(CIN(RMS))1 /2 × IO×(D / 1 D)
where
D VO/ VIN (8)
(As a point of reference, the worst case ripple current will occur when the module is presented with full load
current and when VIN = 2 × VO).
Recommended minimum input capacitance is 10uF X7R ceramic with a voltage rating at least 25% higher than
the maximum applied input voltage for the application. TI also recommends to pay attention to the voltage and
temperature deratings of the capacitor selected. Note ripple current rating of ceramic capacitors may be missing
from the capacitor data sheet and you may need to contact the capacitor manufacturer for this rating.
If the system design requires a certain minimum value of input ripple voltage ΔVIN be maintained then the
following equation may be used.
CIN IO× D × (1–D) / ( fSW-CCM ×ΔVIN) (9)
If ΔVIN is 1% of VIN for a 24-V input to 3.3-V output application this equals 240 mV and fSW = 400 kHz.
CIN3 A × 3.3 V / 24 V × (1– 3.3 V / 24 V) / (400000 × 0.240 V)
3.7 μF
Additional bulk capacitance with higher ESR may be required to damp any resonant effects of the input
capacitance and parasitic inductance of the incoming supply lines.
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8.2.2.2.6 Discontinuous Conduction and Continuous Conduction Mode Selection
Operating frequency in DCM can be calculated as follows:
fSW(DCM) VO× (VIN-1) × 6.8 μH × 1.18 × 1020 × IO/ ((VIN–VO) × RON2) (10)
In CCM, current flows through the inductor through the entire switching cycle and never falls to zero during the
OFF-time. The switching frequency remains relatively constant with load current and line voltage variations. The
CCM operating frequency can be calculated using Equation 7 above.
Following is a comparison pair of waveforms of the showing both CCM (upper) and DCM operating modes.
Figure 25. CCM and DCM Operating Modes VIN = 24 V,
VO= 3.3 V, IO= 3 A/0.4 A 2 μs/div
The approximate formula for determining the DCM/CCM boundary is as follows:
IDCB VO× (VIN VO) / (2 × 6.8 μH × fSW(CCM) × VIN) (11)
Following is a typical waveform showing the boundary condition.
Figure 26. Transition Mode Operation
VIN = 24 V, VO= 3.3 V, IO=0.5A2μs/div
The inductor internal to the module is 6.8 μH. This value was chosen as a good balance between low and high
input voltage applications. The main parameter affected by the inductor is the amplitude of the inductor ripple
current (ILR). ILR can be calculated with:
ILR P-P = VO× (VIN VO) / (6.8µH × fSW × VIN)
where
VIN is the maximum input voltage and fSW is determined from Equation 13. (12)
If the output current IOis determined by assuming that IO= IL, the higher and lower peak of ILR can be
determined. Be aware that the lower peak of ILR must be positive if CCM operation is required.
8.2.2.2.7 RON Resistor Selection
Many designs will begin with a desired switching frequency in mind. For that purpose the following equation can
be used.
fSW(CCM) VO/ (1.3 × 10-10 × RON) (13)
This can be rearranged as
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
OUTPUT CURRENT(A)
EFFICIENCY (%)
25°C
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
20 40 60 80 100 120
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (°C)
OUTPUT CURRENT (A)
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RON VO/ (1.3 × 10 -10 × fSW(CCM)) (14)
The selection of RON and fSW(CCM) must be confined by limitations in the ON-time and OFF-time for the COT
Control Circuit Overview section.
The ON-time of the LMZ14203 timer is determined by the resistor RON and the input voltage VIN. It is calculated
as follows:
tON = (1.3 × 10-10 × RON) / VIN (15)
The inverse relationship of tON and VIN gives a nearly constant switching frequency as VIN is varied. RON should
be selected such that the ON-time at maximum VIN is greater than 150 ns. The ON-timer has a limiter to ensure
a minimum of 150 ns for tON. This limits the maximum operating frequency, which is governed by the following
equation:
fSW(MAX) = VO/ (VIN(MAX) × 150 ns) (16)
This equation can be used to select RON if a certain operating frequency is desired so long as the minimum ON-
time of 150 ns is observed. The limit for RON can be calculated as follows:
RON VIN(MAX) × 150 ns / (1.3 × 10 -10) (17)
If RON calculated in Equation 14 is less than the minimum value determined in Equation 17 a lower frequency
should be selected. Alternatively, VIN(MAX) can also be limited to keep the frequency unchanged.
NOTE
The minimum OFF-time of 260 ns limits the maximum duty ratio. Larger RON (lower FSW)
should be selected in any application requiring large duty ratio.
8.2.3 Application Curves
Figure 27. Efficiency VIN = 24 V VOUT = 5.0 V Figure 28. Thermal Derating Curve
VIN = 24 V, VOUT = 5.0 V
Figure 29. Radiated Emissions (EN 55022 Class B)
From Evaluation Board
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9 Power Supply Recommendations
The LMZ14203 device is designed to operate from an input voltage supply range between 4.5 V and 42 V. This
input supply should be well regulated and able to withstand maximum input current and maintain a stable
voltage. The resistance of the input supply rail should be low enough that an input current transient does not
cause a high enough drop at the LMZ14203 supply voltage that can cause a false UVLO fault triggering and
system reset. If the input supply is located more than a few inches from the LMZ14203, additional bulk
capacitance may be required in addition to the ceramic bypass capacitors. The amount of bulk capacitance is not
critical, but a 47-μF or 100-μF electrolytic capacitor is a typical choice.
10 Layout
10.1 Layout Guidelines
PCB layout is an important part of DC-DC converter design. Poor board layout can disrupt the performance of a
DC-DC converter and surrounding circuitry by contributing to EMI, ground bounce and resistive voltage drop in
the traces. These can send erroneous signals to the DC-DC converter resulting in poor regulation or instability.
Good layout can be implemented by following a few simple design rules.
1. Minimize area of switched current loops.
From an EMI reduction standpoint, it is imperative to minimize the high di/dt paths during PCB layout. The
high current loops that do not overlap have high di/dt content that will cause observable high frequency noise
on the output pin if the input capacitor (Cin1) is placed at a distance away from the LMZ14203. Therefore
place CIN1 as close as possible to the LMZ14203 VIN and GND exposed pad. This will minimize the high
di/dt area and reduce radiated EMI. Additionally, grounding for both the input and output capacitor should
consist of a localized top side plane that connects to the GND exposed pad (EP).
2. Have a single point ground.
The ground connections for the feedback, soft-start, and enable components should be routed to the GND
pin of the device. This prevents any switched or load currents from flowing in the analog ground traces. If not
properly handled, poor grounding can result in degraded load regulation or erratic output voltage ripple
behavior. Provide the single point ground connection from pin 4 to EP.
3. Minimize trace length to the FB pin.
Both feedback resistors, RFBT and RFBB, and the feed forward capacitor CFF, should be close to the FB pin.
Since the FB node is high impedance, maintain the copper area as small as possible. The trace are from
RFBT, RFBB, and CFF should be routed away from the body of the LMZ14203 to minimize noise.
4. Make input and output bus connections as wide as possible.
This reduces any voltage drops on the input or output of the converter and maximizes efficiency. To optimize
voltage accuracy at the load, ensure that a separate feedback voltage sense trace is made to the load. Doing
so will correct for voltage drops and provide optimum output accuracy.
5. Provide adequate device heat-sinking.
Use an array of heat-sinking vias to connect the exposed pad to the ground plane on the bottom PCB layer.
If the PCB has a plurality of copper layers, these thermal vias can also be employed to make connection to
inner layer heat-spreading ground planes. For best results use a 6 × 6 via array with minimum via diameter
of 8 mils thermal vias spaced 59 mils (1.5 mm). Ensure enough copper area is used for heat-sinking to keep
the junction temperature below 125°C.
RON
EN
SS
GND
FB
VIN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Top View
VIN
COUT
VOUT
RENT
RON
CSS
GND
Thermal Vias
VOUT
CIN
GND
RENB
CFF
RFBT
RFBB
GND Plane
EPAD
VIN
GND
VIN
VO
Cin1 CO1
Loop 1 Loop 2
LMZ14203 VOUT
High
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10.2 Layout Example
Figure 30. Minimize Area of Current Loops in Buck Module
Figure 31. PCB Layout Guide
Figure 32. EVM Board Layout - Top View
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Layout Example (continued)
Figure 33. EVM Board Layout - Bottom View
10.3 Power Dissipation and Board Thermal Requirements
For the design case of VIN = 24 V, VO= 3.3 V, IO=3A,TAMB(MAX) = 85°C , and TJUNCTION = 125°C, the device
must see a thermal resistance from case to ambient of:
RθCA< (TJ-MAX TAMB(MAX)) / PIC-LOSS RθJC (18)
Given the typical thermal resistance from junction to case to be 1.9°C/W. Use the 85°C power dissipation curves
in the Typical Characteristics section to estimate the PIC-LOSS for the application being designed. In this
application it is 2.25 W.
RθCA < (125 85) / 2.25 W 1.9 = 15.8
To reach RθCA = 15.8, the PCB is required to dissipate heat effectively. With no airflow and no external heat, a
good estimate of the required board area covered by 1 oz. copper on both the top and bottom metal layers is:
Board Area_cm2> 500°C × cm2/W / RθCA (19)
As a result, approximately 31.5 square cm of 1 oz copper on top and bottom layers is required for the PCB
design. The PCB copper heat sink must be connected to the exposed pad. Approximately thirty six, 8-mil thermal
vias spaced 59 mils (1.5 mm) apart must connect the top copper to the bottom copper. For an example of a high
thermal performance PCB layout, refer to the Evaluation Board application note AN-2024 SNVA422.
10.4 Power Module SMT Guidelines
The recommendations below are for a standard module surface mount assembly
Land Pattern Follow the PCB land pattern with either soldermask defined or non-soldermask defined pads
Stencil Aperture
For the exposed die attach pad (DAP), adjust the stencil for approximately 80% coverage of the PCB land
pattern
For all other I/O pads use a 1:1 ratio between the aperture and the land pattern recommendation
Solder Paste Use a standard SAC Alloy such as SAC 305, type 3 or higher
Stencil Thickness 0.125 mm to 0.15 mm
Reflow - Refer to solder paste supplier recommendation and optimized per board size and density
Refer to AN SNAA214 for Reflow information.
Maximum number of reflows allowed is one
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Power Module SMT Guidelines (continued)
Figure 34. Sample Reflow Profile
Table 3. Sample Reflow Profile Table
Probe Max Temp
(°C) Reached
Max Temp Time Above
235°C Reached
235°C Time Above
245°C Reached
245°C Time Above
260°C Reached
260°C
#1 242.5 6.58 0.49 6.39 0.00 0.00
#2 242.5 7.10 0.55 6.31 0.00 7.10 0.00
#3 241.0 7.09 0.42 6.44 0.00 0.00
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11 Device and Documentation Support
11.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools
Click here to create a custom design using the LMZ14203 device with the WEBENCH® Power Designer.
1. Start by entering the input voltage (VIN), output voltage (VOUT), and output current (IOUT) requirements.
2. Optimize the design for key parameters such as efficiency, footprint, and cost using the optimizer dial.
3. Compare the generated design with other possible solutions from Texas Instruments.
The WEBENCH Power Designer provides a customized schematic along with a list of materials with real-time
pricing and component availability.
In most cases, these actions are available:
Run electrical simulations to see important waveforms and circuit performance
Run thermal simulations to understand board thermal performance
Export customized schematic and layout into popular CAD formats
Print PDF reports for the design, and share the design with colleagues
Get more information about WEBENCH tools at www.ti.com/WEBENCH.
11.2 Device Support
11.2.1 Development Support
WEBENCH software uses an iterative design procedure and accesses comprehensive databases of
components. For more details, go to www.ti.com/webench.
11.2.2 Third-Party Products Disclaimer
TI'S PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION REGARDING THIRD-PARTY PRODUCTS OR SERVICES DOES NOT
CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT REGARDING THE SUITABILITY OF SUCH PRODUCTS OR SERVICES
OR A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION OR ENDORSEMENT OF SUCH PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, EITHER
ALONE OR IN COMBINATION WITH ANY TI PRODUCT OR SERVICE.
11.3 Documentation Support
11.3.1 Related Documentation
This section contains additional document support.
Design Summary LMZ1 and LMZ2 Power Modules,SNAA214
Inverting Application for the LMZ14203 SIMPLE SWITCHER Power Module,SNVA425
Evaluation Board Application Note AN-2024,SNVA422
Absolute Maximum Ratings for Soldering,SNOA549
11.4 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates
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right corner, click on Alert me to register and receive a weekly digest of any product information that has
changed. For change details, review the revision history included in any revised document.
11.5 Community Resources
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contributors. They do not constitute TI specifications and do not necessarily reflect TI's views; see TI's Terms of
Use.
TI E2E™ Online Community TI's Engineer-to-Engineer (E2E) Community. Created to foster collaboration
among engineers. At e2e.ti.com, you can ask questions, share knowledge, explore ideas and help
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Community Resources (continued)
contact information for technical support.
11.6 Trademarks
E2E is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
WEBENCH is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
11.7 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam
during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates.
11.8 Glossary
SLYZ022 TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.
12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information
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current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of
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PACKAGING INFORMATION
Orderable Device Status
(1)
Package Type Package
Drawing Pins Package
Qty Eco Plan
(2)
Lead/Ball Finish
(6)
MSL Peak Temp
(3)
Op Temp (°C) Device Marking
(4/5)
Samples
LMZ14203TZ-ADJ/NOPB ACTIVE TO-PMOD NDW 7 250 RoHS & Green SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LMZ14203
TZ-ADJ
LMZ14203TZE-ADJ/NOPB ACTIVE TO-PMOD NDW 7 45 RoHS & Green SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LMZ14203
TZ-ADJ
LMZ14203TZX-ADJ/NOPB ACTIVE TO-PMOD NDW 7 500 RoHS & Green SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LMZ14203
TZ-ADJ
(1) The marketing status values are defined as follows:
ACTIVE: Product device recommended for new designs.
LIFEBUY: TI has announced that the device will be discontinued, and a lifetime-buy period is in effect.
NRND: Not recommended for new designs. Device is in production to support existing customers, but TI does not recommend using this part in a new design.
PREVIEW: Device has been announced but is not in production. Samples may or may not be available.
OBSOLETE: TI has discontinued the production of the device.
(2) RoHS: TI defines "RoHS" to mean semiconductor products that are compliant with the current EU RoHS requirements for all 10 RoHS substances, including the requirement that RoHS substance
do not exceed 0.1% by weight in homogeneous materials. Where designed to be soldered at high temperatures, "RoHS" products are suitable for use in specified lead-free processes. TI may
reference these types of products as "Pb-Free".
RoHS Exempt: TI defines "RoHS Exempt" to mean products that contain lead but are compliant with EU RoHS pursuant to a specific EU RoHS exemption.
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TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION
*All dimensions are nominal
Device Package
Type Package
Drawing Pins SPQ Reel
Diameter
(mm)
Reel
Width
W1 (mm)
A0
(mm) B0
(mm) K0
(mm) P1
(mm) W
(mm) Pin1
Quadrant
LMZ14203TZ-ADJ/NOPB TO-
PMOD NDW 7 250 330.0 24.4 10.6 14.22 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
LMZ14203TZX-ADJ/NOP
BTO-
PMOD NDW 7 500 330.0 24.4 10.6 14.22 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
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*All dimensions are nominal
Device Package Type Package Drawing Pins SPQ Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm)
LMZ14203TZ-ADJ/NOPB TO-PMOD NDW 7 250 367.0 367.0 45.0
LMZ14203TZX-ADJ/NOPB TO-PMOD NDW 7 500 367.0 367.0 45.0
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MECHANICAL DATA
NDW0007A
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