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SLUUBN2 – March 2017
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TPS549B22EVM-847, 25-A Single Synchronous Step-Down Converter With
Full Differential Sense and PMBus™
User's Guide
SLUUBN2 – March 2017
TPS549B22EVM-847, 25-A Single Synchronous Step-Down
Converter With Full Differential Sense and PMBus™
This user's guide describes the characteristics, operation, and use of the TPS549B22 Evaluation Module
(EVM). The user's guide includes test information, descriptions, and results. A complete schematic
diagram, printed-circuit board layouts, and bill of materials are also included in this document. Throughout
this user's guide, the abbreviations EVM, TPS549B22EVM, and the term evaluation module are
synonymous with the TPS549B22EVM-847, unless otherwise noted.
Contents
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Introduction
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1.1
Before You Begin
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Description
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2.1
Typical End-User Applications
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2.2
EVM Features
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EVM Electrical Performance Specifications
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Schematic
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Test Setup
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5.1
Test and Configuration Software
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Test Equipment
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PWR-847EVM
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List of Test Points, Jumpers, and Switch
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EVM Configuration Using the Fusion GUI
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Test Procedure
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10.1
Line and Load Regulation Measurement Procedure
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10.2
Efficiency
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10.3
Equipment Shutdown
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Performance Data and Typical Characteristic Curves
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11.1
Efficiency
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11.2
Load Regulation
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11.3
Line Regulation
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11.4
Transient Response
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11.5
Output Ripple
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11.6
Control On
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11.7
Control Off
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11.8
Thermal Image
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Fusion GUI
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EVM Assembly Drawing and PCB Layout
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List of Materials
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List of Figures
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PWR-847EVM Schematic
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PWR-847EVM Overview
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Tip and Barrel Measurement
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EVM and USB Interface Adapter
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Efficiency vs Output Current SKIP Mode
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Power Loss vs Output Current SKIP Mode
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