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Data Sheet
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Naos Raptor 3A: Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Modules
4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
Features
▪ Compliant to RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and amended
Directive (EU) 2015/863.
▪ Compliant to REACH Directive (EC) No 1907/2006
▪ Compatible in a Pb-free or SnPb wave-soldering
environment (Z versions)
▪ Wide Input voltage range (4.5Vdc-14Vdc)
▪ Output voltage programmable from 0.59 Vdc to 6Vdc via
external resistor
▪ Tunable LoopTM to optimize dynamic output voltage
response
▪ Fixed switching frequency
▪ Output overcurrent protection (non-latching)
▪ Over temperature protection
▪ Remote On/Off
▪ Cost efficient open frame design
▪ Small size: 10.4 mm x 16.5 mm x 7.84 mm
(0.41 in x 0.65 in x 0.31 in)
▪ Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C)
▪ ANSI/UL* 62368-1 and CAN/CSA† C22.2 No. 62368-1
Recognized, DIN VDE‡ 0868-1/A11:2017 (EN62368-
1:2014/A11:2017)
▪ ISO** 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturing
facilities
Description
The Naos Raptor 3A SIP power modules are non-isolated dc-dc converters in an industry standard package that can deliver up
to 3A of output current with a full load efficiency of 93% at 3.3Vdc output voltage (VIN = 12Vdc). These modules operate over
a wide range of input voltage (VIN = 4.5Vdc-14Vdc) and provide a precisely regulated output voltage from 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc,
programmable via an external resistor. Features include remote On/Off, adjustable output voltage, over current and over
voltage protection. A new feature, the Tunable LoopTM, allows the user to optimize the dynamic response of the converter to
match the load.
* 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
RoHS Compliant
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Data Sheet
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
September 3, 2020
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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
4.5
12
14
Vdc
Maximum Input Current
All
IIN,max
2.6
Adc
(VIN=4.5V to 14V, IO=IO, max )
Input No Load Current
(VIN = 9Vdc, IO = 0, module ON)
VO,set = 0.6 Vdc
IIN,No load
26
mA
(VIN = 12Vdc, IO = 0, module ON)
VO,set = 5.0Vdc
IIN,No load
60
mA
Input Stand-by Current
All
IIN,stand-by
1
mA
(VIN = 12Vdc, module disabled)
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
35
mAp-p
Input Ripple Rejection (120Hz)
All
50
dB
CAUTION: This power module is not internally fused. An input line fuse must always be used.
This power module can be used in a wide variety of applications, ranging from simple standalone operation to being part of a complex power
architecture. To preserve maximum flexibility, internal fusing is not included, however, to achieve maximum safety and system protection,
always use an input line fuse. The safety agencies require a fast-acting fuse with a maximum rating of 5 A (see Safety Considerations section).
Based on the information provided in this data sheet on inrush energy and maximum dc input current, the same type of fuse with a lower
rating can be used. Refer to the fuse manufacturer’s data sheet for further information.
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Data Sheet
Naos Raptor 3A: Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Modules
4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Electrical Specifications (continued)
Parameter
Device
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Output Voltage Set-point (with 0.5% tolerance for
external resistor used to set output voltage)
All
VO, set
-1.5
+1.5
% VO, set
Output Voltage
All
VO, set
-3.0
⎯
+3.0
% VO, set
(Over all operating input voltage, resistive load,
and temperature conditions until end of life)
end of life) (with 0.1% tolerance trim resistor)
Adjustment Range
All
VO
0.59
6.0
Vdc
Selected by an external resistor
Output Regulation (for Vo 2.5Vdc)
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max)
All
-0.2
⎯
+0.2
% VO, set
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max)
All
⎯
0.8
% VO, set
Output Regulation (for Vo <2.5Vdc)
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max)
All
-5
⎯
+5
mV
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max)
All
⎯
20
mV
Output Ripple and Noise on nominal output
(VIN=VIN, nom and IO=IO, min to IO, max Cout = 0.0μF)
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
VO = 0.59Vdc
⎯
20
mVpk-pk
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
VO = 0.9Vdc
⎯
25
mVpk-pk
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
VO = 2.5Vdc
⎯
30
mVpk-pk
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
VO = 3.3Vdc
⎯
40
mVpk-pk
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
VO = 5.0Vdc
⎯
50
mVpk-pk
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth)
VO = 6.0Vdc
⎯
60
mVpk-pk
External Capacitance1
Without the Tunable LoopTM
ESR ≥ 1 mΩ
All
CO, max
0
⎯
200
μF
With the Tunable LoopTM
ESR ≥ 0.15 mΩ
All
CO, max
0
⎯
1000
μF
ESR ≥ 10 mΩ
All
CO, max
0
⎯
5000
μF
Output Current
All
Io
0
3
Adc
Output Current Limit Inception (Hiccup Mode )
All
IO, lim
170
% Io,max
Output Short-Circuit Current
All
IO, s/c
6.5
Adc
(VO≤250mV) ( Hiccup Mode )
Efficiency (Vin=6V)
VO,set = 0.59Vdc
η
77.9
%
VIN= 12Vdc, TA=25°C
VO, set = 1.2Vdc
η
82.5
%
IO=IO, max , VO= VO,set
VO,set = 1.5Vdc
η
87.1
%
VO,set = 1.8Vdc
η
88.9
%
VO,set = 2.5Vdc
η
91.4
%
VO,set = 3.3Vdc
η
93.0
%
VO,set = 5.0Vdc
η
95.0
%
VO,set = 6.0Vdc
η
95.8
%
Switching Frequency
All
fsw
⎯
600
⎯
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.
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Data Sheet
Naos Raptor 3A: Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Modules
4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
September 3, 2020
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Electrical Specifications (continued)
Parameter
Device
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Dynamic Load Response
(dIo/dt=10A/s; VIN = VIN, nom; Vout = 1.8V, TA=25°C)
Load Change from Io= 50% to 100% of Io,max;
Co = 0.0 μF
Peak Deviation
All
Vpk
120
mV
Settling Time (Vo<10% peak deviation)
All
ts
120
s
Load Change from Io= 100% to 50%of Io,max:
Co = 0.0 μF
Peak Deviation
All
Vpk
120
mV
Settling Time (Vo<10% peak deviation)
All
ts
120
s
General Specifications
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Calculated MTBF (VIN=12V, VO=5V, IO=0.8IO, max, TA=40°C) Telecordia
Method
9,518,320
Hours
Weight
⎯
2.9 (0.10)
⎯
g (oz.)
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
September 3, 2020
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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)
Logic High (On/Off pin open - Module ON)
Input High Current
All
IIH
―
0.5
mA
Input High Voltage
All
VIH
1.0
―
12
V
Logic Low (Module Off)
Input Low Current
All
IIL
―
―
200
A
Input Low Voltage
All
VIL
-0.3
―
0.4
V
Turn-On Delay and Rise Times
(IO=IO, max , VIN = VIN, nom, Vo to within ±1% of steady state)
Case 1: On/Off is enabled and then
input power is applied (delay from instant at which
VIN =VIN, min until Vo=10% of Vo,set)
All
Tdelay
2
3
msec
Case 2: Input power is applied for at least one second
and then On/Off input is set enabled (delay from
instant at which On/Off is enabled until Vo=10% of Vo, set)
All
Tdelay
2
3
msec
Output voltage Rise time (time for Vo to rise from 10%
of Vo,set to 90% of Vo, set)
All
Trise
3
5
msec
Output voltage overshoot
0.5
% VO, set
IO= IO, max; VIN = VIN, min to VIN, max, TA = 25 oC
Overtemperature Protection
All
120
ºC
Input Undervoltage Lockout
Turn-on Threshold
All
4.2
Vdc
Turn-off Threshold
All
4.1
Vdc
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
September 3, 2020
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Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 0.6Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
60
65
70
75
80
85
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 4.5V
Vin = 6V
Vin = 9V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
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) (500mAdiv) VO (V(200mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 3. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 9V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 4. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=9V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (200mV/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (200mV/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
Figure 5. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io = Io,max).
Figure 6. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN = 9V, Io =
Io,max).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 1.2Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
65
70
75
80
85
90
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 4.5V
Vin = 12V
Vin = 14V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
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) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE
IO (A) (1Adiv) VO (V) (100mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 9. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 10. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=12V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (500mV/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (500mV/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
Figure 11. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io = Io,max).
Figure 12. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN = 12V, Io =
Io,max).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 1.8Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 4.5V
Vin = 12V
Vin = 14V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
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) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE
IO (A) (1Adiv) VO (V) (100mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 15. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 16. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=12V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (500mV/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (500mV/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/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).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
The following figures provide thermal derating curves for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 2.5Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 4.5V
Vin = 12V
Vin = 14V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
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) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE
IO (A) (5Adiv) VO (V) (200mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 21. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 22. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=12V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (1V/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (1V/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/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).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 3.3Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 4.5V
Vin = 12V
Vin = 14V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
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) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE
IO (A) (1Adiv) VO (V) (100mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 27. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 28. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=12V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (1V/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (1V/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/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).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 5Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 6.5V
Vin = 12V
Vin = 14V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
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) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE
IO (A) (1Adiv) VO (V) (100mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 33. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 34. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=12V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (2V/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (2V/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/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).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the Naos Raptor 3A module at 6Vout and at 25ºC.
EFFICIENCY, (%)
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
Vin = 9V
Vin = 12V
Vin = 14V
OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A)
1
2
3
4
25 35 45 55 65 75 85
NC
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC
Figure 37. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current.
Figure 38. Derating Output Current versus Ambient
Temperature and Airflow.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (10mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE
IO (A) (1Adiv) VO (V) (100mV/div)
TIME, t (1s/div)
TIME, t (100s /div)
Figure 39. Typical output ripple and noise (VIN = 12V, Io = Io,max).
Figure 40. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from
0% to 50% to 0% with VIN=12V.
ON/OFF VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VON/OFF (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (2V/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VIN (V) (5V/div) VO (V) (2V/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
TIME, t (1ms/div)
Figure 41. Typical Start-up Using On/Off Voltage (Io = Io,max).
Figure 42. Typical Start-up Using Input Voltage (VIN = 12V, Io =
Io,max).
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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Test Configurations
TO OSCILLOSCOPE
CURRENT PROBE
LTEST
1μH
BATTERY
CS 1000μF
Electrolytic
E.S.R.<0.1
@ 20°C 100kHz
2x100μF
Tantalum
VIN(+)
COM
NOTE: Measure input reflected ripple current with a simulated
source inductance (LTEST) of 1μH. Capacitor CS offsets
possible battery impedance. Measure current as shown
above.
CIN
Figure 43. Input Reflected Ripple Current Test Setup.
NOTE: All voltage measurements to be taken at the module
terminals, as shown above. If sockets are used then
Kelvin connections are required at the module terminals
to avoid measurement errors due to socket contact
resistance.
V
O
(+)
COM
1uF
.
RESISTIVE
LOAD
SCOPE
COPPER STRIP
GROUND PLANE
10uF
Figure 44. Output Ripple and Noise Test Setup.
VO
COM
VIN(+)
COM
RLOAD
Rcontact
Rdistribution
Rcontact
Rdistribution
Rcontact
Rcontact
Rdistribution
Rdistribution
VIN
VO
NOTE: All voltage measurements to be taken at the module
terminals, as shown above. If sockets are used then
Kelvin connections are required at the module terminals
to avoid measurement errors due to socket contact
resistance.
Figure 45. Output Voltage and Efficiency Test Setup.
=
VO.
IO
VIN.
IIN
x
100
%
Efficiency
Design Considerations
Input Filtering
The Naos Raptor 3A 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, low-ESR ceramic or polymer
capacitors are recommended at the input of the module. Figure 46
shows the input ripple voltage for various output voltages at 3A of
load current with 1x10 µF or 1x22 µF ceramic capacitors and an input
of 12V.
Input Ripple Voltage (mVp-p)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5
1x10uF
1x22uF
Output Voltage (Vdc)
Figure 46. Input ripple voltage for various output voltages with
1x10 µF or 1x22 µF ceramic capacitors at the input (3A load). Input
voltage is 12V.
Output Filtering
The Naos Raptor 3A modules are designed for low output ripple
voltage and will meet the maximum output ripple specification with
no external capacitors. 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 ceramic and polymer are recommended to improve the
dynamic response of the module. Figure 47 provides output ripple
information for different external capacitance values at various Vo
and for a load current of 3A. 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.
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4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.59Vdc to 6Vdc output; 3A Output Current
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0
10
20
30
40
0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5
Output Voltage(Volts)
Ripple(mVp-p)
1x10uF External Cap
1x47uF External Cap
2x47uF External Cap
4x47uF External Cap
Figure 47. Output ripple voltage for various output voltages with
external 1x10 µF, 1x47 µF, 2x47 µF or 4x47 µF ceramic capacitors at
the output (3A 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 ANSI/UL* 62368-1 and
CAN/CSA+ C22.2 No. 62368-1 Recognized, DIN VDE 0868-
1/A11:2017 (EN62368-1:2014/A11:2017.
For the converter output to be considered meeting the
Requirements of safety extra-low voltage (SELV) or ES1, the input
must meet SELV/ES1 requirements. The power module has extra-low
voltage (ELV) outputs when all inputs are ELV.
The input to these units is to be provided with a fast-acting fuse with
a maximum rating of 5A in the positive input lead. As an option to
using a fuse, no fuse is required, if the module is
1. powered by a power source with current limit protection
set point less than the recommended protection device
value, and
2. the module is evaluated in the end-use equipment.
Feature Descriptions
Remote On/Off
The Naos Raptor 3A power modules feature an On/Off pin with
positive logic for remote On/Off operation. If the On/Off pin is not
being used, leave the pin open (the module will be ON, except for the
-49 option modules where leaving the pin open will cause the
module to remain OFF). The On/Off signal is referenced to ground.
During a Logic High on the On/Off pin, the module remains ON.
During Logic-Low, the module is turned OFF.
ON/OFF
VIN
GND
MODULE
ENABLE
R1
100K
2.2K
47K
2.2K
47K
10K 30.1K
Figure 48. Remote On/Off Implementation. Resistor R1 is absent in
the -49Z option module.
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. The average
output current during hiccup is 10% IO, max.
Overtemperature Protection
To provide protection in a fault condition, these modules are
equipped with a thermal shutdown circuit. The unit will shut down if
the overtemperature threshold of 130ºC is exceeded at the thermal
reference point Tref. The thermal shutdown is not intended as a
guarantee that the unit will survive temperatures beyond its rating.
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.
Feature Descriptions (continued)
Output Voltage Programming
The output voltage of the Naos Raptor 3A module can be
programmed to any voltage from 0.59dc to 6Vdc by connecting a
resistor between the Trim+ and 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
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Voltage Set Point Area plot in Fig. 49. The Upper Limit curve shows
that for output voltages of 0.9V and lower, the input voltage must be
lower than the maximum of 14V. The Lower Limit curve shows that
for output voltages of 3.8V and higher, the input voltage needs to be
larger than the minimum of 4.5V.
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6
Output Voltage (V)
Input Voltage (v)
Lower Limit
Upper Limit
Figure 49. Output Voltage vs. Input Voltage Set Point Area plot
showing limits where the output voltage can be set for different
input voltages.
Without an external resistor between Trim+ and GND pins, the
output of the module will be 0.59Vdc. To calculate the value of the
trim resistor, Rtrim for a desired output voltage, use the following
equation:
Rtrim is the external resistor in kΩ
Vo is the desired output voltage
Table 2 provides Rtrim values required for some common output
voltages.
Table 2
VO, set (V)
Rtrim (KΩ)
0.59
Open
1.0
2.89
1.2
1.941
1.5
1.3
1.8
0.978
2.5
0.619
3.3
0.436
5.0
0.268
6.0
0.219
By using a ±0.5% tolerance trim resistor with a TC of ±25ppm, a set
point tolerance of ±1.5% can be achieved as specified in the electrical
specification. The POL Programming Tool available at
www.gecriticalpower.com under the Design Tools section, helps
determine the required trim resistor needed for a specific output
voltage.
V
O
(+)
TRIM
GND
R
trim
LOAD
V
IN
(+)
ON/OFF
Vout
Figure 50. Circuit configuration for programming output voltage
using an external resistor.
Voltage Margining
Output voltage margining can be implemented in the Naos Raptor 3A
modules by connecting a resistor, Rmargin-up, from the Trim pin to the
ground pin for margining-up the output voltage and by connecting a
resistor, Rmargin-down, from the Trim pin to output pin for margining-
down. Figure 51 shows the circuit configuration for output voltage
margining. The POL Programming Tool, available at
www.gecriticalpower.com under the Design Tools section, also
calculates the values of Rmargin-up and Rmargin-down for a specific output
voltage and % margin. Please consult your local GE technical
representative for additional details.
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Feature Descriptions (continued)
Vo
MODULE
GND
Trim
Q1
Rtrim
Rmargin-up
Q2
Rmargin-down
Figure 51. Circuit Configuration for margining Output voltage.
Monotonic Start-up and Shutdown
The Naos Raptor 3A modules have monotonic start-up and shutdown
behavior for any combination of rated input voltage, output current
and operating temperature range.
Tunable LoopTM
The Naos Raptor 3A modules have a new feature that optimizes
transient response of the module called Tunable LoopTM. External
capacitors are usually added to improve output voltage transient
response due to load current changes. Sensitive loads may also
require additional output capacitance to reduce output ripple and
noise. 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.
To use the additional external capacitors in an optimal manner, the
Tunable LoopTM feature allows the loop to be tuned externally by
connecting a series R-C between the VOUT and TRIM pins of the
module, as shown in Fig. 52. This R-C allows the user to externally
adjust the voltage loop feedback compensation of the module to
match the filter network connected to the output of the module.
Recommended values of RTUNE and CTUNE are given in Tables 3 and 4.
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 1.5A to 3A step change (50% of full load), with an
input voltage of 12V. Table 4 shows the recommended values of
RTUNE and CTUNE for different values of ceramic output capacitors up
to 1000uF, again for an input voltage of 12V. The value of RTUNE
should never be lower than the values shown in Tables 3 and 4.
Please contact your GE 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.
MODULE
TRIM
VOUT
GND
RTUNE
CTUNE
RTrim
Figure. 52. Circuit diagram showing connection of RTUME and CTUNE
to tune the control loop of the module.
Table 3. Recommended values of RTUNE and CTUNE to obtain transient
deviation of 2% of Vout for a 1.5A step load with Vin=12V.
Vout
5V
3.3V
2.5V
1.8V
1.2V
0.69V
Cext
47F
47F
47F
2x47F
3x47F
3x47F +
330F
Polymer
RTUNE
150
150
100
75
47
47
CTUNE
4700pF
4700pF
10nF
22nF
33nF
120nF
V
57mV
57mV
44mV
31mV
23mV
12mV
Table 4. General recommended values of of RTUNE and CTUNE for
Vin=12V and various external ceramic capacitor combinations.
Cext
1x47F
2x47F
4x47F
6x47F
10x47F
RTUNE
150
75
47
47
47
CTUNE
4700pF
22nF
39nF
47nF
56nF
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Thermal Considerations
Power modules operate in a variety of thermal environments;
however, sufficient cooling should 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 53. The preferred airflow direction for the module is in Figure
54.
Figure 53. Thermal Test Set-up.
The thermal reference point, Tref used in the specifications of
thermal derating curves is shown in Figure 54. For reliable operation
this temperature 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 54. Tref Temperature measurement location.
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.
Through-Hole Lead-Free Soldering Information
The RoHS-compliant through-hole products use the SAC (Sn/Ag/Cu)
Pb-free solder and RoHS-compliant components. They are designed
to be processed through single or dual wave soldering machines. The
pins have an RoHS-compliant finish that is compatible with both Pb
and Pb-free wave soldering processes. A maximum preheat rate of
3C/s is suggested. The wave preheat process should be such that
the temperature of the power module board is kept below 210C.
For Pb solder, the recommended pot temperature is 260C, while the
Pb-free solder pot is 270C max. Not all RoHS-compliant through-
hole products can be processed with paste-through-hole Pb or Pb-
free reflow process. If additional information is needed, please
consult with your GE technical representative for more details.
Air
Flow
Power Module
Wind Tunnel
PWBs
7.24
[0.285]
76.2
[3.0]
Probe Location
for measuring
airflow and
ambient
temperature
50.8
[2.00]
Airflow Direction
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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.]
Pin out
Pin
Function
1
On/Off
2
VIN
3
GND
4
Vout
5
Trim+
Front View
Side View
H = 4.8 [0.19]
L = 3.29 [0.13]
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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.]
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Table 5. Device Codes
Device Code
Input
Voltage Range
Output
Voltage
Output
Current
On/Off
Logic
Connector
Type
Comcodes
NSR003A0X4Z
4.5 – 14Vdc
0.59 – 6Vdc
3A
Positive
SIP
CC109130886
NSR003A0X4-49Z*
4.5 – 14Vdc
0.59 – 6Vdc
3A
Positive
SIP
CC109138186
Z refers to RoHS-compliant product.
* Special code, consult factory before ordering