Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynx
TM
: Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3Vdc –14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A Output Current
*
UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
CSA is a registered trademark of Canadian Standards Association.
VDE is a trademark of Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker e.V.
** ISO is a registered trademark of the International Organization of Standards
Document No: DS10-011 ver.1.24
PDF name: UVT020A0X.
p
df
Features
Compliant to RoHS EU Directive 2002/95/EC (Z
versions)
Compatible in a Pb-free or SnPb reflow
environment (Z versions)
Compliant to IPC-9592 (September 2008),
Category 2, Class II
DOSA based
Wide Input voltage range (3Vdc-14.4Vdc)
Output voltage programmable from 0.6Vdc to
5.5Vdc via external resistor
Tunable Loop
TM
to optimize dynamic output
voltage response
Power Good signal
Fixed switching frequency with capability of
external synchronization
Output over current protection (non-latching)
Over temperature protection
Remote On/Off
Ability to sink and source current
Cost efficient open frame design
Small size: 20.32 mm x 11.43 mm x 8.5 mm
(0.8 in x 0.45 in x 0.334 in)
Wide operating temperature range [-40°C to 85°C]
UL* 60950-1 2
nd
Ed. Recognized, CSA
C22.2
No. 60950-1-07 Certified, and VDE
(EN60950-1
2
nd
Ed.) Licensed
ISO** 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturing
facilities
Applications
Distributed power architectures
Intermediate bus voltage applications
Telecommunications equipment
Servers and storage applications
Networking equipment
Industrial equipment
Description
The 20A Analog Micro DLynx
TM
power modules are non-isolated dc-dc converters that can deliver up to 20A of
output current. These modules operate over a wide range of input voltage (V
IN
= 3Vdc-14.4Vdc) and provide a
precisely regulated output voltage from 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc, programmable via an external resistor. Features include
remote On/Off, adjustable output voltage, over current and over temperature protection. The Tunable Loop
TM
feature allows the user to optimize the dynamic response of the converter to match the load with reduced amount of
output capacitance leading to savings on cost and PWB area.
TRIM
VOUT
VS+
CTUNE
GND
RTUNE
RTrim
VIN
Co
Cin
Vout+
V
in+
ON/OFF
PGOOD
SEQ
MODULE
SIG_GND
VS-
GND SYNC
RoHS Compliant
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 2
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are
absolute stress ratings only, functional operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in
excess of those given in the operations sections of the data sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for
extended periods can adversely affect the device reliability.
Parameter Device Symbol Min Max Unit
Input Voltage All VIN -0.3 15 Vdc
Continuous
Operating Ambient Temperature All TA -40 85 °C
(see Thermal Considerations section)
Storage Temperature All Tstg -55 125 °C
Electrical Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions.
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Operating Input Voltage All VIN 3
14.4 Vdc
Maximum Input Current All IIN,max 19 Adc
(VIN=4.5V to 14V, IO=IO, max )
Input No Load Current
(VIN = 12.0Vdc, IO = 0, module enabled)
VO,set = 0.6 Vdc IIN,No load 69 mA
VO,set = 5Vdc IIN,No load 134 mA
Input Stand-by Current
(VIN = 12.0Vdc, module disabled) All IIN,stand-by 16.4 mA
Inrush Transient All I2t 1 A2s
Input Reflected Ripple Current, peak-to-peak
(5Hz to 20MHz, 1μH source impedance; VIN =0 to
14V, IO= IOmax ; See Test Configurations)
All 50 mAp-p
Input Ripple Rejection (120Hz) All -64 dB
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 3
Electrical Specifications (continued)
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Output Voltage Set-point (with 0.1% tolerance for
external resistor used to set output voltage) All VO, set -1.0 +1.0 % VO, set
Output Voltage (Over all operating input voltage, resistive
load, and temperature conditions until end of life) All VO, set -3.0 +3.0 % VO, set
Adjustment Range (selected by an external resistor)
(Some output voltages may not be possible depending on
the input voltage – see Feature Descriptions Section)
All VO 0.6 5.5 Vdc
Remote Sense Range All 0.5 Vdc
Output Regulation (for VO 2.5Vdc)
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max) All
0.4 % VO, set
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max) All
10 mV
Output Regulation (for VO < 2.5Vdc)
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max) All
5 mV
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max) All
10 mV
Temperature (Tref=TA, min to TA, max) All
0.4 % VO, set
Output Ripple and Noise on nominal output
(VIN=VIN, nom and IO=IO, min to IO, max Co = 0.1μF // 22 μF
ceramic capacitors)
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth) All 50 100 mVpk-pk
RMS (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth) All 20 38 mVrms
External Capacitance1
Without the Tunable LoopTM
ESR 1 m All CO, max 2x47 2x47 μF
With the Tunable LoopTM
ESR 0.15 m All CO, max 2x47 1000 μF
ESR 10 m All CO, max 2x47 10000 μF
Output Current (in either sink or source mode) All Io 0 20 Adc
Output Current Limit Inception (Hiccup Mode)
(current limit does not operate in sink mode) All IO, lim 130 % Io,max
Output Short-Circuit Current All IO, s/c 1.4 Arms
(VO250mV) ( Hiccup Mode )
Efficiency VO,set = 0.6Vdc η 79.2 %
VIN= 12Vdc, TA=25°C VO, set = 1.2Vdc η 87.1 %
IO=IO, max , VO= VO,set V
O,set = 1.8Vdc η 90.4 %
V
O,set = 2.5Vdc η 92.6 %
V
O,set = 3.3Vdc η 93.8 %
V
O,set = 5.0Vdc η 95.2 %
Switching Frequency All fsw 500 kHz
1 External capacitors may require using the new Tunable LoopTM feature to ensure that the module is stable as well as
getting the best transient response. See the Tunable LoopTM section for details.
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 4
Electrical Specifications (continued)
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Frequency Synchronization All
Synchronization Frequency Range All 425 600 kHz
High-Level Input Voltage All VIH 2.0 V
Low-Level Input Voltage All VIL 0.4 V
Input Current, SYNC All ISYNC 100 nA
Minimum Pulse Width, SYNC All tSYNC 100 ns
Maximum SYNC rise time All tSYNC_SH 100 ns
General Specifications
Parameter Device Min Typ Max Unit
Calculated MTBF (IO=0.8IO, max, TA=40°C) Telecordia Issue 2
Method 1 Case 3 All 15,455,614 Hours
Weight
4.54(0.16) g (oz.)
Feature Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions. See Feature Descriptions for additional information.
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
On/Off Signal Interface
(VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max ; open collector or equivalent,
Signal referenced to GND)
Device is with suffix “4” – Positive Logic (See Ordering
Information)
Logic High (Module ON)
Input High Current All IIH 1 mA
Input High Voltage All VIH 2 VIN,max V
Logic Low (Module OFF)
Input Low Current All IIL 1 mA
Input Low Voltage All VIL -0.2 0.6 V
Device Code with no suffix – Negative Logic (See Ordering
Information)
(On/OFF pin is open collector/drain logic input with
external pull-up resistor; signal referenced to GND)
Logic High (Module OFF)
Input High Current All IIH 1 mA
Input High Voltage All VIH 2 V
IN, max Vdc
Logic Low (Module ON)
Input low Current All IIL 10 μA
Input Low Voltage All VIL -0.2 0.6 Vdc
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 5
Feature Specifications (cont.)
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Units
Turn-On Delay and Rise Times
(VIN=VIN, nom, IO=IO, max , VO to within ±1% of steady state)
Case 1: On/Off input is enabled and then input power is
applied (delay from instant at which VIN = VIN, min until Vo =
10% of Vo, set)
All Tdelay 1.2 msec
Case 2: Input power is applied for at least one second and
then the On/Off input is enabled (delay from instant at
which Von/Off is enabled until Vo = 10% of Vo, set)
All Tdelay 0.8 msec
Output voltage Rise time (time for Vo to rise from
10% of Vo, set to 90% of Vo, set
)
All Trise 2.7 msec
Output voltage overshoot (TA = 25oC 3.0 % VO, set
VIN= VIN, min to VIN, max,IO = IO, min to IO, max)
With or without maximum external capacitance
Over Temperature Protection All Tref 120 °C
(See Thermal Considerations section)
Tracking Accuracy (Power-Up: 2V/ms) All VSEQ –Vo 100 mV
(Power-Down: 2V/ms) All VSEQ –Vo 100 mV
(VIN, min to VIN, max; IO, min to IO, max VSEQ < Vo)
Input Undervoltage Lockout
Turn-on Threshold All 3.25 Vdc
Turn-off Threshold All 2.6 Vdc
Hysteresis All
0.25 Vdc
PGOOD (Power Good)
Signal Interface Open Drain, Vsupply 5VDC
Overvoltage threshold for PGOOD ON 108
%VO, set
Overvoltage threshold for PGOOD OFF 105
%VO, set
Undervoltage threshold for PGOOD ON 110
%VO, set
Undervoltage threshold for PGOOD OFF 90
%VO, set
Pulldown resistance of PGOOD pin All 50 Ω
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 6
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM at 0.6Vo and 25oC
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 1. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current. Figure 2. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT
CURRENT
,
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
IO (A) (10Adiv) VO (V) (10mV/div)
TIME, t (1μs/div) TIME, t (20μs /div)
Figure 3. Typical output ripple and noise (CO=2x47μF
ceramic, VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max, ).
Figure 4. Transient Response to Dynamic Load
Change from 50% to 100% at 12Vin, Cout= 1x47uF
+11x330uF CTune=47nF
,
RTune=178 ohms
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ON/OFF VOLTAGE
VO (V) (200mV/div) VON/OFF (V) (5V/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (200mV/div) VIN (V) (5V/div)
TIME, t (2ms/div) TIME, t (2ms/div)
Figure 5. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io =
Io,max).
Figure 6. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN =
12V, Io = Io,max).
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
0 5 10 15 20
Vin=3.3V
Vin=14V
Vin=12V
2
6
10
14
18
22
55 65 75 85 95 105
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(
200LFM
)
NC
2m/s
(400LFM)
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 7
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM at 1.2Vo and 25oC.
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 7. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current. Figure 8. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (20mV/div)
OUTPUT
CURRENT
,
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
IO (A) (10Adiv) VO (V) (20mV/div)
TIME, t (1μs/div) TIME, t (20μs /div)
Figure 9. Typical output ripple and noise (CO=2x47μF
ceramic, VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max, ).
Figure 10. Transient Response to Dynamic Load
Change from 50% to 100% at 12Vin, Cout= 1x47uF
+5x330uF
,
CTune=10nF & RTune=178 ohms
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ON/OFF VOLTAGE
VO (V) (500mV/div) VON/OFF (V) (5V/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (500mV/div) VIN (V) (5V/div)
TIME, t (2ms/div) TIME, t (2ms/div)
Figure 1. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io =
Io,max).
Figure 12. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN =
12V, Io = Io,max).
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
0 5 10 15 20
Vin=3.3V
Vin=14V
Vin=12V
2
6
10
14
18
22
55 65 75 85 95 105
2m/s
(400LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(200LFM)
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
NC
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 8
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM at 1.8Vo and 25oC.
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 13. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current. Figure 14. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (20mV/div)
OUTPUT
CURRENT
,
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
IO (A) (10Adiv) VO (V) (20mV/div)
TIME, t (1μs/div) TIME, t (20μs /div)
Figure 15. Typical output ripple and noise (CO=2X47μF
ceramic, VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max, ).
Figure 16. Transient Response to Dynamic Load
Change from 50% to 100% at 12Vin, Cout= 2x47uF
+3x330uF, CTune=5600pF & RTune=220 ohms
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ON/OFF VOLTAGE
VO (V) (500mV/div) VON/OFF (V) (5V/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (500mV/div) VIN (V) (5V/div)
TIME, t (2ms/div) TIME, t (2ms/div)
Figure 17. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io =
Io,max).
Figure 18. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN =
12V, Io = Io,max).
70
75
80
85
90
95
0 5 10 15 20
Vin=3.3V
Vin=14V
Vin=12V
2
6
10
14
18
22
55 65 75 85 95 105
2m/s
(400LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(200LFM)
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
NC
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 9
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM at 2.5Vo and 25oC.
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 19. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current. Figure 20. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (20mV/div)
OUTPUT
CURRENT
,
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
IO (A) (10Adiv) VO (V) (20mV/div)
TIME, t (1μs/div) TIME, t (20μs /div)
Figure 21. Typical output ripple and noise (CO=2x47μF
ceramic, VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max, ).
Figure 22. Transient Response to Dynamic Load
Change from 50% to 100% at 12Vin, Cout= 2x47uF
+2x330uF, CTune=3300pF & RTune=220 ohms
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ON/OFF VOLTAGE
VO (V) (1V/div) VON/OFF (V) (5V/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (1V/div) VIN (V) (5V/div)
TIME, t (2ms/div) TIME, t (2ms/div)
Figure 23. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io =
Io,max).
Figure 24. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN =
12V, Io = Io,max).
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 5 10 15 20
Vin=4.5V Vin=14V
Vin=12V
2
6
10
14
18
22
55 65 75 85 95 105
2m/s
(400LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(200LFM)
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
NC
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 10
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM at 3.3Vo and 25oC.
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 25. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current. Figure 26. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (50mV/div)
OUTPUT
CURRENT
,
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
IO (A) (10Adiv) VO (V) (50mV/div)
TIME, t (1μs/div) TIME, t (20μs /div)
Figure 27. Typical output ripple and noise (CO=2x47μF
ceramic, VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max, ).
Figure 28 Transient Response to Dynamic Load
Change from 50% to 100% at 12Vin, Cout= 5x47uF
+1x330uF, CTune=2200pF & RTune=220 ohms
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ON/OFF VOLTAGE
VO (V) (1V/div) VON/OFF (V) (5V/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (1V/div) VIN (V) (5V/div)
TIME, t (2ms/div) TIME, t (2ms/div)
Figure 29. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io=
Io,max).
Figure 30. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN =
12V, Io = Io,max).
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 5 10 15 20
Vin=4.5V
Vin=14V
Vin=12V
2
6
10
14
18
22
55 65 75 85 95 105
2m/s
(400LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(200LFM)
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
NC
2m/s
(400LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(200LFM)
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
NC
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 11
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM at 5Vo and 25oC.
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 31. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current. Figure 32. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (50mV/div)
OUTPUT
CURRENT
,
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
IO (A) (10Adiv) VO (V) (50mV/div)
TIME, t (1μs/div) TIME, t (20μs /div)
Figure 33. Typical output ripple and noise (CO=2x47μF
ceramic, VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max, ).
Figure 34. Transient Response to Dynamic Load
Change from 50% to 100% at 12Vin, Cout= 8x47uF,
CTune=1500pF & RTune=220 ohms
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ON/OFF VOLTAGE
VO (V) (2V/div) VON/OFF (V) (5V/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (2V/div) VIN (V) (5V/div)
TIME, t (2ms/div) TIME, t (2ms/div)
Figure 35. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io =
Io,max).
Figure 36. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN =
12V, Io = Io,max).
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 5 10 15 20
Vin=7V
Vin=12V
Vin=14V
2
6
10
14
18
22
55 65 75 85 95 105
2m/s
(400LFM)
1.5m/s
(300LFM)
1m/s
(200LFM)
0.5m/s
(100LFM)
NC
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 12
Design Considerations
Input Filtering
The 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM module should be
connected to a low ac-impedance source. A highly
inductive source can affect the stability of the
module. An input capacitance must be placed
directly adjacent to the input pin of the module, to
minimize input ripple voltage and ensure module
stability.
To minimize input voltage ripple, ceramic capacitors
are recommended at the input of the module. Figure
37 shows the input ripple voltage for various output
voltages at 20A of load current with 2x22 µF or 3x22
µF ceramic capacitors and an input of 12V.
Input Ripple Voltage (mVp-p)
Output Voltage (Vdc)
Figure 37. Input ripple voltage for various output
voltages with 2x22 µF or 3x22 µF ceramic
capacitors at the input (20A load). Input voltage is
12V.
Output Filtering
These modules are designed for low output ripple
voltage and will meet the maximum output ripple
specification with 0.1 µF ceramic and 2x47 µF ceramic
capacitors at the output of the module. However,
additional output filtering may be required by the
system designer for a number of reasons. First, there
may be a need to further reduce the output ripple and
noise of the module. Second, the dynamic response
characteristics may need to be customized to a
particular load step change.
To reduce the output ripple and improve the dynamic
response to a step load change, additional
capacitance at the output can be used. Low ESR
polymer and ceramic capacitors are recommended to
improve the dynamic response of the module. Figure
32 provides output ripple information for different
external capacitance values at various Vo and a full
load current of 20A. For stable operation of the
module, limit the capacitance to less than the
maximum output capacitance as specified in the
electrical specification table. Optimal performance of
the module can be achieved by using the Tunable
LoopTM feature described later in this data sheet.
Figure 38. Output ripple voltage for various output
voltages with external 2x47 µF, 4x47 µF, 6x47 µF or
8x47 µF ceramic capacitors at the output (20A
load). Input voltage is 12V.
Safety Considerations
For safety agency approval the power module must be
installed in compliance with the spacing and
separation requirements of the end-use safety agency
standards, i.e., UL 60950-1 2nd, CSA C22.2 No.
60950-1-07, DIN EN 60950-1:2006 + A11 (VDE0805
Teil 1 + A11):2009-11; EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009-
03.
For the converter output to be considered meeting the
requirements of safety extra-low voltage (SELV), the
input must meet SELV requirements. The power
module has extra-low voltage (ELV) outputs when all
inputs are ELV.
The MicroDLynx series were tested using an external
Littelfuse 456 series fast-acting fuse rated at 30 A, 100
Vdc in the ungrounded input.
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
0.511.522.533.544.55
2x22uF
3x22 uF
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
0.511.522.533.544.55
Ripple (mVp-p)
Output Voltage(Volts)
2x47uF Ext Cap
4x47uF Ext Cap
6x47uF Ext Cap
8x47uF Ext Cap
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 13
Feature Descriptions
Remote On/Off
The 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM power modules
feature an On/Off pin for remote On/Off operation.
Two On/Off logic options are available. In the Positive
Logic On/Off option, (device code suffix “4” – see
Ordering Information), the module turns ON during a
logic High on the On/Off pin and turns OFF during a
logic Low. With the Negative Logic On/Off option, (no
device code suffix, see Ordering Information), the
module turns OFF during logic High and ON during
logic Low. The On/Off signal should be always
referenced to ground. For either On/Off logic option,
leaving the On/Off pin disconnected will turn the
module ON when input voltage is present.
For positive logic modules, the circuit configuration for
using the On/Off pin is shown in Figure 39. When the
external transistor Q2 is in the OFF state, the internal
transistor Q7 is turned OFF, which keeps Q6 OFF and
Q5 OFF. This allows the internal PWM #Enable signal
to be pulled up by the internal 3.3V, thus turning the
module ON. When transistor Q2 is turned ON, the
On/Off pin is pulled low, which turns Q7, Q6 and Q5
ON and the internal PWM #Enable signal is pulled low
and the module is OFF. A suggested value for Rpullup is
20kΩ.
For negative logic On/Off modules, the circuit
configuration is shown in Fig. 40. The On/Off pin
should be pulled high with an external pull-up resistor
(suggested value for the 3V to 14V input range is
20Kohms). When transistor Q2 is in the OFF state, the
On/Off pin is pulled high, transistor Q3 is turned ON.
This turns Q6 ON, followed by Q5 turning ON which
pulls the internal ENABLE low and the module is OFF.
To turn the module ON, Q2 is turned ON pulling the
On/Off pin low, turning transistor Q3 OFF, which keeps
Q6 and Q5 OFF resulting in the PWM Enable pin
going high.
Figure 39. Circuit configuration for using positive
On/Off logic.
Figure 40. Circuit configuration for using negative
On/Off logic.
Monotonic Start-up and Shutdown
The module has monotonic start-up and shutdown
behavior for any combination of rated input voltage,
output current and operating temperature range.
Startup into Pre-biased Output
The module can start into a prebiased output as long
as the prebias voltage is 0.5V less than the set output
voltage.
Output Voltage Programming
The output voltage of the module is programmable to
any voltage from 0.6dc to 5.5Vdc by connecting a
resistor between the Trim and SIG_GND pins of the
module. . Certain restrictions apply on the output
voltage set point depending on the input voltage.
These are shown in the Output Voltage vs. Input
Voltage Set Point Area plot in Fig. 41. The Upper Limit
curve shows that for output voltages lower than 1V, the
input voltage must be lower than the maximum of
14.4V. The Lower Limit curve shows that for output
voltages higher than 0.6V, the input voltage needs to
be larger than the minimum of 3V. .
Figure 41. Output Voltage vs. Input Voltage Set
Point Area plot showing limits where the output
voltage can be set for different input voltages.
3.3V
2K
ENABLE
20K
Q2
22K
100K
Rpullup
+VIN
GND
_
+
ON/OFF
V
ON/OFF
I
DLYNX
MODULE
Q5
20K
Q7 4.7K
Q6
470
22K
GND
V
_
+
I
ON/OFF
20K
ON/OFF
3.3V
DLYNX MODULE
Q5
470
20K
100K
20K
ENABLE
Q6
2K
Q2
22K
Q3
4.7K
22K
Rpullup
+VIN
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
0.511.522.533.544.555.56
Input Voltage (v)
Output Voltage (V)
Lower
Upper
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynx
TM
: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
V
O
(+)
TRIM
VS
R
trim
LOAD
V
IN
(+)
ON/OFF
VS+
SIG_GND
Caution Do not connect SIG_GND to GND
elsewhere in the layout
Figure 42. Circuit configuration for programming
output voltage using an external resistor.
Without an external resistor between Trim and
SIG_GND pins, the output of the module will be
0.6Vdc. To calculate the value of the trim resistor,
Rtrim for a desired output voltage, should be as per
the following equation:
()
Ω
=k
Vo
Rtrim
6.0
12
Rtrim is the external resistor in k
Vo is the desired output voltage.
Table 1 provides Rtrim values required for some
common output voltages.
Table 1
O, set
(V) Rtrim (K)
0.6 Open
0.9 40
1.0 30
1.2 20
1.5 13.33
1.8 10
2.5 6.316
3.3 4.444
5.0 2.727
Remote Sense
The power module has a Remote Sense feature to
minimize the effects of distribution losses by regulating
the voltage at the SENSE pin. The voltage between
the SENSE pin and VOUT pin should not exceed 0.5V
Voltage Margining
Output voltage margining can be implemented in the
module by connecting a resistor, R
margin-up
, from the
Trim pin to the ground pin for margining-up the output
voltage and by connecting a resistor, R
margin-down
, from
the Trim pin to output pin for margining-down. Figure
43 shows the circuit configuration for output voltage
margining. The POL Programming Tool, available at
www.lineagepower.com under the Downloads section,
also calculates the values of R
margin-up
and R
margin-down
for a specific output voltage and % margin. Please
consult your local Lineage Power technical
representative for additional details.
Figure 43. Circuit Configuration for margining
Output voltage.
Output Voltage Sequencing
The power module includes a sequencing feature, EZ-
SEQUENCE that enables users to implement various
types of output voltage sequencing in their
applications. This is accomplished via an additional
sequencing pin. When not using the sequencing
feature, leave it unconnected.
The voltage applied to the SEQ pin should be scaled
down by the same ratio as used to scale the output
voltage down to the reference voltage of the module.
This is accomplished by an external resistive divider
connected across the sequencing voltage before it is
fed to the SEQ pin as shown in Fig. 43.
Figure 44. Circuit showing connection of the
sequencing signal to the SEQ pin.
When the scaled down sequencing voltage is applied
to the SEQ pin, the output voltage tracks this voltage
until the output reaches the set-point voltage. The final
value of the sequencing voltage must be set higher
than the set-point voltage of the module. The output
voltage follows the sequencing voltage on a one-to-
one basis. By connecting multiple modules together,
multiple modules can track their output voltages to the
voltage applied on the SEQ pin.
To initiate simultaneous shutdown of the modules, the
SEQ pin voltage is lowered in a controlled manner.
100 pF
DLynx Module
R1=Rtrim
20K
SIG_GND
SEQ
SEQ
V
Vo
MODULE
SIG_GND
Trim
Q1
Rtrim
Rmargin-up
Q2
Rmargin-down
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 15
The output voltage of the modules tracks the voltages
below their set-point voltages on a one-to-one basis.
A valid input voltage must be maintained until the
tracking and output voltages reach ground potential.
Overcurrent Protection
To provide protection in a fault (output overload)
condition, the unit is equipped with internal
current-limiting circuitry and can endure current limiting
continuously. At the point of current-limit inception, the
unit enters hiccup mode. The unit operates normally
once the output current is brought back into its
specified range.
Overtemperature Protection
To provide protection in a fault condition, the unit is
equipped with a thermal shutdown circuit. The unit will
shut down if the overtemperature threshold of 120oC
(typ) is exceeded at the thermal reference point Tref.
Once the unit goes into thermal shutdown it will then
wait to cool before attempting to restart.
Input Undervoltage Lockout
At input voltages below the input undervoltage lockout
limit, the module operation is disabled. The module
will begin to operate at an input voltage above the
undervoltage lockout turn-on threshold.
Synchronization
The module switching frequency can be synchronized
to a signal with an external frequency within a
specified range. Synchronization can be done by using
the external signal applied to the SYNC pin of the
module as shown in Fig. 45, with the converter being
synchronized by the rising edge of the external signal.
The Electrical Specifications table specifies the
requirements of the external SYNC signal. If the SYNC
pin is not used, the module should free run at the
default switching frequency. If synchronization is not
being used, connect the SYNC pin to GND.
MODULE
SYNC
GND
+
Figure 45. External source connections to
synchronize switching frequency of the module.
Dual Layout
Identical dimensions and pin layout of Analog and
Digital Micro DLynx modules permit migration from one
to the other without needing to change the layout. In
both cases the trim resistor is connected between trim
and signal ground.
Power Good
The module provides a Power Good (PGOOD) signal
that is implemented with an open-drain output to
indicate that the output voltage is within the regulation
limits of the power module. The PGOOD signal will be
de-asserted to a low state if any condition such as
overtemperature, overcurrent or loss of regulation
occurs that would result in the output voltage going
±10% outside the setpoint value. The PGOOD terminal
can be connected through a pullup resistor (suggested
value 100KΩ) to a source of 5VDC or lower.
Tunable LoopTM
The module has a feature that optimizes transient
response of the module called Tunable LoopTM.
External capacitors are usually added to the output of
the module for two reasons: to reduce output ripple
and noise (see Figure 38) and to reduce output voltage
deviations from the steady-state value in the presence
of dynamic load current changes. Adding external
capacitance however affects the voltage control loop of
the module, typically causing the loop to slow down
with sluggish response. Larger values of external
capacitance could also cause the module to become
unstable.
The Tunable LoopTM allows the user to externally
adjust the voltage control loop to match the filter
network connected to the output of the module. The
Tunable LoopTM is implemented by connecting a series
R-C between the SENSE and TRIM pins of the
module, as shown in Fig. 46. This R-C allows the user
to externally adjust the voltage loop feedback
compensation of the module.
Figure. 46. Circuit diagram showing connection of
RTUME and CTUNE to tune the control loop of the
module.
Recommended values of RTUNE and CTUNE for different
output capacitor combinations are given in Tables 2
and 3. Table 2 shows the recommended values of
RTUNE and CTUNE for different values of ceramic output
capacitors up to 1000uF that might be needed for an
application to meet output ripple and noise
VS+
MODULE
SIG_GND
TRIM
VOUT
RTune
CTune
RTrim
CO
GND
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 16
requirements. Selecting RTUNE and CTUNE according to
Table 2 will ensure stable operation of the module.
In applications with tight output voltage limits in the
presence of dynamic current loading, additional output
capacitance will be required. Table 3 lists
recommended values of RTUNE and CTUNE in order to
meet 2% output voltage deviation limits for some
common output voltages in the presence of a 10A to
20A step change (50% of full load), with an input
voltage of 12V.
Please contact your Lineage Power technical
representative to obtain more details of this feature as
well as for guidelines on how to select the right value
of external R-C to tune the module for best transient
performance and stable operation for other output
capacitance values or input voltages other than 12V.
Table 2. General recommended values of of RTUNE
and CTUNE for Vin=12V and various external
ceramic capacitor combinations.
Co 2x47μF 4x47μF 6x47μF 10x47μF20x47μF
RTUNE 330 330 270 220 180
CTUNE 47pF 560pF 1200pF 2200pF 4700pF
Table 3. Recommended values of RTUNE and CTUNE
to obtain transient deviation of 2% of Vout for a
10A step load with Vin=12V.
Vo 5V 3.3V 2.5V 1.8V 1.2V 0.6V
Co 8x47μF
5x47
μ
F
+
1x330μF
Polymer
2x47
μ
F
+
2x330μF
Polymer
2x47
μ
F
+
3x330μF
Polymer
1x47
μ
F
+
5x330μF
Polymer
1x47
μ
F
+
11x330μF
Polymer
RTUNE 220 220 220 220 180 180
CTUNE 1500pF 2200pF 3300pF 5600pF 10nF 47nF
ΔV 100mV 64mV 49mV 36mV 24mV 12mV
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 17
Thermal Considerations
Power modules operate in a variety of thermal
environments; however, sufficient cooling should
always be provided to help ensure reliable operation.
Considerations include ambient temperature, airflow,
module power dissipation, and the need for increased
reliability. A reduction in the operating temperature of
the module will result in an increase in reliability. The
thermal data presented here is based on physical
measurements taken in a wind tunnel. The test set-up
is shown in Figure 47. The preferred airflow direction
for the module is in Figure 48.
A
i
r
flow
x
Power Module
W
ind Tunnel
PWBs
12.7_
(0.50)
76.2_
(3.0)
Probe Location
for measuring
airflow and
ambient
temperature
25.4_
(1.0)
Figure 47. Thermal Test Setup.
The thermal reference points, Tref used in the
specifications are also shown in Figure 48. For reliable
operation the temperatures at these points should not
exceed 120oC. The output power of the module should
not exceed the rated power of the module (Vo,set x
Io,max).
Please refer to the Application Note “Thermal
Characterization Process For Open-Frame Board-
Mounted Power Modules” for a detailed discussion of
thermal aspects including maximum device
temperatures.
Figure 48. Preferred airflow direction and location
of hot-spot of the module (Tref).
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 18
Example Application Circuit
Requirements:
Vin: 12V
Vout: 1.8V
Iout: 10A max., worst case load transient is from 10A to 15A
ΔVout: 1.5% of Vout (27mV) for worst case load transient
Vin, ripple 1.5% of Vin (180mV, p-p)
CI1 3x22μF/16V ceramic capacitor (e.g. Murata GRM32ER61C226KE20)
CI2 47μF/16V bulk electrolytic
CO1 N.A.
CO2 3 x 330μF/6.3V Polymer (e.g. Sanyo Poscap)
CTune 4700pF ceramic capacitor (can be 1206, 0805 or 0603 size)
RTune 330 ohms SMT resistor (can be 1206, 0805 or 0603 size)
RTrim 10kΩ SMT resistor (can be 1206, 0805 or 0603 size, recommended tolerance of 0.1%)
TRIM
VOUT
VS+
CTUNE
GND
RTUNE
RTrim
VIN
Co
Cin
Vout+ Vin+
ON/OFF
PGOOD
SEQ
MODULE
SIG_GND
VS-
GND SYNC
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 19
Mechanical Outline
Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
Tolerances: x.x mm ± 0.5 mm (x.xx in. ± 0.02 in.) [unless otherwise indicated]
x.xx mm ± 0.25 mm (x.xxx in ± 0.010 in.)
1 If unused, connect to Ground.
PIN FUNCTION PIN FUNCTION
1 ON/OFF 10 SYNC1
2 VIN 11 NC
3 SEQ 12 NC
4 GND 13 NC
5 TRIM 14 SIG_GND
6 VOUT 15 NC
7 VS+ 16 NC
8 VS-
9 PG
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 20
Recommended Pad Layout
Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
Tolerances: x.x mm ± 0.5 mm (x.xx in. ± 0.02 in.) [unless otherwise indicated]
x.xx mm ± 0.25 mm (x.xxx in ± 0.010 in.)
2 If unused, connect to Ground.
PIN FUNCTION PIN FUNCTION
1 ON/OFF 10 SYNC2
2 VIN 11 NC
3 SEQ 12 NC
4 GND 13 NC
5 TRIM 14 SIG_GND
6 VOUT 15 NC
7 VS+ 16 NC
8 VS-
9 PG
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 21
Document No: DS10-011 ver. 1.24
PDF name: UVT020A0X.pdf
Packaging Details
The 12V Analog Micro DLynxTM 20A modules are supplied in tape & reel as standard. Modules are shipped in
quantities of 200 modules per reel.
All Dimensions are in millimeters and (in inches).
Reel Dimensions:
Outside Dimensions: 330.2 mm (13.00)
Inside Dimensions: 177.8 mm (7.00”)
Tape Width: 44.00 mm (1.732”)
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 22
Surface Mount Information
Pick and Place
The 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM modules use an open
frame construction and are designed for a fully
automated assembly process. The modules are fitted
with a label designed to provide a large surface area
for pick and place operations. The label meets all the
requirements for surface mount processing, as well as
safety standards, and is able to withstand reflow
temperatures of up to 300oC. The label also carries
product information such as product code, serial
number and the location of manufacture.
Nozzle Recommendations
The module weight has been kept to a minimum by
using open frame construction. Variables such as
nozzle size, tip style, vacuum pressure and placement
speed should be considered to optimize this process.
The minimum recommended inside nozzle diameter
for reliable operation is 3mm. The maximum nozzle
outer diameter, which will safely fit within the allowable
component spacing, is 7 mm.
Bottom Side / First Side Assembly
This module is not recommended for assembly on the
bottom side of a customer board. If such an assembly
is attempted, components may fall off the module
during the second reflow process.
Lead Free Soldering
The modules are lead-free (Pb-free) and RoHS
compliant and fully compatible in a Pb-free soldering
process. Failure to observe the instructions below
may result in the failure of or cause damage to the
modules and can adversely affect long-term reliability.
Pb-free Reflow Profile
Power Systems will comply with J-STD-020 Rev. C
(Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity Classification for
Nonhermetic Solid State Surface Mount Devices) for
both Pb-free solder profiles and MSL classification
procedures. This standard provides a recommended
forced-air-convection reflow profile based on the
volume and thickness of the package (table 4-2). The
suggested Pb-free solder paste is Sn/Ag/Cu (SAC).
For questions regarding Land grid array(LGA)
soldering, solder volume; please contact Lineage
Power for special manufacturing process instructions.
The recommended linear reflow profile using Sn/Ag/Cu
solder is shown in Fig. 49. Soldering outside of the
recommended profile requires testing to verify results
and performance.
MSL Rating
The 20A Analog Micro DLynxTM modules have a MSL
rating of 2.
Storage and Handling
The recommended storage environment and handling
procedures for moisture-sensitive surface mount
packages is detailed in J-STD-033 Rev. A (Handling,
Packing, Shipping and Use of Moisture/Reflow
Sensitive Surface Mount Devices). Moisture barrier
bags (MBB) with desiccant are required for MSL
ratings of 2 or greater. These sealed packages should
not be broken until time of use. Once the original
package is broken, the floor life of the product at
conditions of 30°C and 60% relative humidity varies
according to the MSL rating (see J-STD-033A). The
shelf life for dry packed SMT packages will be a
minimum of 12 months from the bag seal date, when
stored at the following conditions: < 40° C, < 90%
relative humidity.
Figure 49. Recommended linear reflow profile
using Sn/Ag/Cu solder.
Post Solder Cleaning and Drying
Considerations
Post solder cleaning is usually the final circuit-board
assembly process prior to electrical board testing. The
result of inadequate cleaning and drying can affect
both the reliability of a power module and the testability
of the finished circuit-board assembly. For guidance on
appropriate soldering, cleaning and drying procedures,
refer to Board Mounted Power Modules: Soldering and
Cleaning Application Note (AN04-001).
Per J-STD-020 Rev. C
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
Reflow Time (Seconds)
Reflow Temp (°C)
Heating Zone
1°C/Se cond
Peak Temp 260°C
* Min. Time Above 235°C
15 Seconds
*Time Above 217°C
60 Seconds
Cooling
Zone
Data Sheet
January 11, 2012
20A Analog Micro DLynxTM: Non-isolated DC-DC Power Modules
3 – 14.4Vdc input; 0.6Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 20A output current
LINEAGE POWER 23
Document No: DS10-011 ver. 1.24
PDF name: UVT020A0X.pdf
Ordering Information
Please contact your Lineage Power Sales Representative for pricing, availability and optional features.
Table 4. Device Codes
Device Code Input
Voltage Range
Output
Voltage
Output
Current
On/Off
Logic Sequencing Comcodes
UVT020A0X3-SRZ 3 – 14.4Vdc 0.6 – 5.5Vdc 20A Negative Yes CC109159744
UVT020A0X3-SRDZ 3 – 14.4Vdc 0.6 – 5.5Vdc 20A Negative Yes CC109168753
UVT020A0X43-SRZ 3 – 14.4Vdc 0.6 – 5.5Vdc 20A Positive Yes CC109159752
-Z refers to RoHS compliant parts
Table 5. Coding Scheme
Package
Identifier
Family Sequencing
Option
Output
current
Output
voltage
On/Off
logic
Remote
Sense Options
ROHS
Compliance
U V T 020A0 X 3 -SR -D Z
P=Pico
U=Micro
M=Mega
G=Giga
D=Dlynx
Digital
V =
DLynx
Analog.
T=with EZ
Sequence
X=without
sequencing
20A X =
programm
able output
4 =
positive
No entry
=
negative
3 =
Remote
Sense
S =
Surface
Mount
R =
Tape &
Reel
D = 105°C
operating
ambient,
40G
operating
shock as
per MIL
Std 810F
Z = ROHS6
World Wide Headquarters
Lineage Power Corporation
601 Shiloh Road, Plano, TX 75074, USA
+1-888-LINEAGE(546-3243)
(Outside U.S.A.: +1-972-244-WATT(9288))
www.lineagepower.com
e-mail: techsupport1@lineagepower.com
Asia-Pacific Headquarters
Tel: +86.021.54279977*808
Europe, Middle-East and Africa Headquarters
Tel: +49.89.878067-280
India Headquarters
Tel: +91.80.28411633
Lineage Power reserves the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. No liability is assumed as a result of their use or
a
pplication. No rights under any patent accompany the sale of any such product(s) or information.
Lineage Power DC-DC products are protected under various patents. Information on these patents is available at www.lineagepower.com/patents.
©
2011 Lineage Power Corporation, (Plano, Texas) All International Rights Reserved.