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1 Introduction

This user's guide contains background information for the TPS54331 as well as support documentation for 
the TPS54331EVM-232 evaluation module (HPA232). Also included are the performance specifications, the 
schematic, and the bill of materials for the TPS54331EVM-232.

1.1 Background

The TPS54331 dc/dc converter is designed to provide up to a 3-A output from an input voltage source of 3.5 
V to 28 V. Rated input voltage and output current range for the evaluation module are given in 

Table 1-1

This evaluation module is designed to demonstrate the small printed-circuit-board areas that may be achieved 
when designing with the TPS54331 regulator. The switching frequency is internally set at a nominal 570 kHz. 
The high-side MOSFET is incorporated inside the TPS54331 package along with the gate drive circuitry. The 
low drain-to-source on resistance of the MOSFET allows the TPS54331 to achieve high efficiencies and helps 
keep the junction temperature low at high output currents. The compensation components are external to the 
integrated circuit (IC), and an external divider allows for an adjustable output voltage. Additionally, the TPS54331 
provides adjustable slow start and undervoltage lockout inputs. The absolute maximum input voltage is 30 V for 
the TPS54331EVM-232.

Table 1-1. Input Voltage and Output Current Summary

EVM

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE

OUTPUT CURRENT RANGE

TPS54331EVM-232

VIN = 7 V to 28 V

0 A to 3 A

1.2 Performance Specification Summary

A summary of the TPS54331EVM-232 performance specifications is provided in 

Table 1-2

. Specifications are 

given for an input voltage of VIN = 15 V and an output voltage of 3.3V, unless otherwise specified. The 
TPS54331EVM-232 is designed and tested for VIN = 10 V to 35 V. The ambient temperature is 25°C for all 
measurements, unless otherwise noted.

Table 1-2. TPS54331EVM-232 and Performance Specification Summary

SPECIFICATION

TEST CONDITIONS

MIN

TYP

MAX

UNIT

VIN voltage range

7

15

28

V

Output voltage set point

3.3

V

Output current range

V

IN

 = 7 V to 28 V

0

3

A

Line regulation

I

O

 = 1.5 A, VIN = 7 V – 28 V

±0.2%

Load regulation

VIN = 14 V, I

O

 = 0 A to 3 A

±0.15%

Load transient response

I

O

 = 0.75 A to 2.25 A

Voltage change

–100

mV

Recovery time

160

μs

I

O

 = 2.25 A to 0.75 A

Voltage change

100

mV

Recovery time

160

μs

Loop bandwidth

VIN = 25 V, I

O

 = 1 A

25.0

kHz

Phase margin

VIN = 25 V , I

O

 = 1 A

58

°

Input ripple voltage

I

O

 = 3 A

200

mVpp

Output ripple voltage

I

O

 = 3 A

10

mVpp

Output rise time

3.5

ms

Operating frequency

570

kHz

Maximum efficiency

VIN = 10 V, V

O

 = 5 V, I

O

 = 0.75 A

91.6%

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TPS54331 Step-Down Converter Evaluation Module User's Guide

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Page 1: ...5 TPS54331 Transient Response 6 Figure 2 6 TPS54331 Loop Response 7 Figure 2 7 TPS54331 Output Ripple 7 Figure 2 8 TPS54331 Input Ripple 8 Figure 2 9 TPS54331 Start Up Relative to Vin 8 Figure 2 10 TP...

Page 2: ...ge is 30 V for the TPS54331EVM 232 Table 1 1 Input Voltage and Output Current Summary EVM INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE OUTPUT CURRENT RANGE TPS54331EVM 232 VIN 7 V to 28 V 0 A to 3 A 1 2 Performance Specificat...

Page 3: ...ion 1 R2 10 k 1 221 V V O 1 221 V 1 Table 1 3 lists the R6 values for some common output voltages Note that VIN must be in a range so that the minimum on time is greater than 150 ns and the maximum du...

Page 4: ...ble 2 1 EVM Connectors and Test Points REFERENCE DESIGNATOR FUNCTION J1 VIN see Table 1 1 for VIN range J2 2 pin header for enable Connect EN to ground to disable open to enable J3 2 pin header for sl...

Page 5: ...n the drain to source resistance of the MOSFETs 2 3 Output Voltage Load Regulation The load regulation for the TPS54331EVM 232 is shown in Figure 2 3 0 9985 0 999 0 9995 1 1 0005 1 001 1 0015 1 002 1...

Page 6: ...e TPS54331EVM 232 response to load transients is shown in Figure 2 5 The current step is from 25 to 75 of maximum rated load Total peak to peak voltage variation is as shown including ripple and noise...

Page 7: ...k 1M Gain dB Figure 2 6 TPS54331 Loop Response 2 7 Output Voltage Ripple The TPS54331EVM 232 output voltage ripple is shown in Figure 2 7 The output current is the rated full load of 3 A Voltage is me...

Page 8: ...age is applied and the output is inhibited by using a jumper at J2 to tie EN to GND When the jumper is removed EN is released When the EN voltage reaches the enable threshold voltage of 1 25 V the sta...

Page 9: ...5331 Start up Relative to Enable www ti com Test Setup and Results SLVU247A JULY 2008 REVISED OCTOBER 2021 Submit Document Feedback TPS54331 Step Down Converter Evaluation Module User s Guide 9 Copyri...

Page 10: ...vias placed around the board including four vias directly under the TPS54331 device to provide a thermal path from the top side ground traces to the bottom side ground plane The input decoupling capa...

Page 11: ...rom Top Side Figure 3 3 Top Side Assembly www ti com Board Layout SLVU247A JULY 2008 REVISED OCTOBER 2021 Submit Document Feedback TPS54331 Step Down Converter Evaluation Module User s Guide 11 Copyri...

Page 12: ...hematic Figure 4 1 is the schematic for the TPS54331EVM 232 Figure 4 1 TPS54331EVM 232 Schematic Schematic and Bill of Materials www ti com 12 TPS54331 Step Down Converter Evaluation Module User s Gui...

Page 13: ...Std Std 1 R2 68 1 k Resistor Chip 1 16W 1 0603 Std Std 1 R3 29 4 k Resistor Chip 1 16W 1 0603 Std Std 1 R4 0 Resistor Chip 1 16W 1 0603 Std Std 1 R5 10 2 k Resistor Chip 1 16W 1 0603 Std Std 1 R6 3 24...

Page 14: ...ther than TI b the nonconformity resulted from User s design specifications or instructions for such EVMs or improper system design or c User has not paid on time Testing and other quality control tec...

Page 15: ...These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not in...

Page 16: ...instructions set forth by Radio Law of Japan which includes but is not limited to the instructions below with respect to EVMs which for the avoidance of doubt are stated strictly for convenience and s...

Page 17: ...any interfaces electronic and or mechanical between the EVM and any human body are designed with suitable isolation and means to safely limit accessible leakage currents to minimize the risk of electr...

Page 18: ...R DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM SHALL NOT ENLARGE OR EXTEND THIS LIMIT 9 Return Policy Except as otherwise provided TI does not offer any refunds returns or exchanges Furthe...

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