Data Sheet
April 2008
QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
36 Vdc to 75 Vdc Input, 12 Vdc Output; 50 W to 75 W
Applications
nDistributed power architectures
nComputer equipment
nCommunicat ion s eq uip m en t
Options
nHeat sinks available for extended operation
nAuto-rest art after overcurrent shutdown
nCase ground pin
Features
nSmall size: 36.8 mm x 57.9 mm x 12.7 mm
(1.45 in. x 2.28 in. x 0.50 in.)
nHigh power densi ty
nHigh efficiency: 85% typical
nLow output noise
nConstant frequency
nIndustry-standar d pin o ut
nMetal baseplate
n2:1 input voltage range
nOvertemperature protection
nRemote sense
nNegative remote on/off
nAdjustable outpu t voltage
nOvervoltage and over cu rr en t protection
nManufacturing facilities registered against the
ISO*9000 series standards
nUL1950 Recognized, CSA C22.2 No. 950-95
Certified, and VDE § 0805 (EN60950, IEC950)
Licensed
nCE mark meets 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC direc-
tives**
* ISO is a registered trademark of the International Organization
for Standardization.
UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
CSA is a registered trademark of Canadian Standards Associa-
tion.
§VDE is a trademark of Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker e.V.
**This product is intended for integration into end-use equipment.
All the required procedures for CE marking of end-use equip-
ment should be followed. (The CE mark is placed on selected
products.)
The QW Series Power Modules use advanced, surface-mount
technology and deliver high-quality, efficient, and compact
dc-dc conversion.
Description
The QW050B1 and QW0 75B1 Power Modu les are dc-dc converter s that oper ate over an inp ut volta ge range of
36 Vdc to 75 Vdc and provide a precisely regulated dc output. The outputs are fully isolated from the inputs,
allowing versatile polarity configurations and grounding connections. The modules have maximum power rat-
ings from 50 W to 75 W at a typical full-load efficiency of 85%.
The sealed modules offer a metal bas eplate for excellent thermal perfor mance. Threade d-throu gh holes are p ro-
vided to allow easy mounting or addition of a heat sink for high- temperature applica tions. The st andard feature se t
includes remote sensing, output trim, and remote on/off for convenient flexibility in distributed power applications.
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause pe rmanen t da mage to th e d evice. The se ar e abso-
lute 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 device reliability.
Electrical Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions.
Table 1. Input Specifications
Fusing Considerations
CAUTION: This power module is not internally fused. An input line fuse must always be used.
This encapsulated power module can be used in a wide variety of applications, ranging from simple stand-alone
operation to an integrated part of a sophisticated power architecture. To preserve maximum flexibility, internal fus-
ing is not included; however, to achieve maximum safety an d system protection, always use an input line fuse. Th e
safety agencies require a normal-blow fuse with a maximum rating of 10 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 dat a for further information.
Parameter Symbol Min Max Unit
Input Voltage:
Continuous
Transient (100 ms) VI
VI, trans
75
100 Vdc
V
Operating Case Temperature
(See Thermal Considerations section.) TC–40 100 °C
Storage Temperature Tstg –55 125 °C
I/O Isolation Voltage (for 1 minute) 1500 Vdc
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Operating Input Voltage VI36 48 75 Vdc
Maximum Input Current:
VI = 0 V to 75 V; IO = IO, max; see Figures 1—2:
QW050B1
QW075B1
VI = 36 V to 75 V; IO = IO, max:
QW050B1
QW075B1
II, max
II, max
II, max
II, max
2.9
4.0
2.2
3.1
A
A
A
A
Inrush Transient i2t—1.5A
2s
Input Reflected-ripple Current, Peak-to-peak
(5 Hz to 20 MHz, 12 µH source impedance;
see Figure 1 2. )
II—10—mAp-p
Input Ripple Rejection (120 Hz) 60 dB
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Electrical Specifications (continued)
Table 2. Output Specifications
* Consult your sales representative or the factory.
† These are manufacturing test limits. In some situations, results may differ.
Table 3. Isolation Specifications
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Output Voltage Set Point
(VI = 48 V; IO = IO, max; TC = 25 °C) All VO, set 11.78 12.0 12.22 Vdc
Output Voltage
(Over all operating input voltage, resistive load,
and temperature conditions until en d of life. See
Figure 14.)
All VO11.64 12.36 Vdc
Output Regulation:
Line (VI = 36 V to 75 V)
Load (IO = IO, min to IO, max)
Tem p erature (TC = –40 °C to +100 °C)
All
All
All
0.01
0.05
50
0.2
0.4
150
%VO
%VO
mV
Output Ripple and Noise Voltage
(See Figure 13.):
RMS
Peak-to-peak (5 Hz to 20 MHz) All
All
75
225 mVrms
mVp-p
External Load Capacitance All 0 470* µF
Output Current
(At IO < IO, min, the modules may exceed output
ripple specifications.)
QW050B1
QW075B1 IO
IO0.5
0.5
4.2
6.3 A
A
Output Current-limit Inception
(VO = 90% of VO, nom)QW050B1
QW075B1 IO, cli
IO, cli
7.5
9.5 9.5
13.5A
A
Efficiency (VI = 48 V; IO = IO, max; TC = 70 °C; see
Figure 14.) QW050B1
QW075B1 η
η
84
85
%
%
Switching Frequency All 380 kHz
Dynamic Response
(ΔIO/Δt = 1 A/10 µs, VI = 48 V, TC = 25 °C;
tested with a 330 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF
ceramic capacitor across the load.):
Load Change from I O = 50% to 75% of IO, max:
Peak Deviation
Settling Time (VO < 10% of peak deviation)
Load Change from I O = 50% to 25% of IO, max:
Peak Deviation
Settling Time (VO < 10% of peak deviation)
All
All
All
All
2
300
2
300
%VO, set
µs
%VO, set
µs
Parameter Min Typ Max Unit
Isolation Capa citance 2500 pF
Isolation Resistance 10 MΩ
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
General Specifications
Feature Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions. See the Feature Descriptions section for additional information.
* These are manufacturing test limits. In some situations, results may differ.
Solder, Cleaning, and Drying Considerations
Post solder cleaning is usually the final circuit-b oard asse mbly process prio r to electrical testing. The result of inad-
equate circuit-board cleaning and drying can affect both the reliability of a power module and the testability of the
finished circuit- bo ar d assembly. For guidan ce on ap pr o pr i ate soldering, cleaning, and drying procedures, refer to
the Board-Mounted Power Modules Soldering and Cleaning Application Note (AP97-021EPS).
Parameter Min Typ Max Unit
Calculated MTBF (IO = 80% of IO, max; TC = 40 °C) 3,000,000 hours
Weight 75 (2.7) g (oz.)
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Remote On/Off Signal Interface
(VI = 0 V to 75 V; open collector or equivalent compatible;
signal referenced to VI(–) terminal):
Logic Low—Module On
Logic High—Module Off
Logic Low:
At Ion/off = 1.0 mA
At Von/off = 0.0 V
Logic High:
At Ion/off = 0.0 µA
Leakage Current
Turn-on Time (See Figure 11.)
(IO = 80% of IO, max; VO within ±1% of steady state)
Von/off
Ion/off
Von/off
Ion/off
0
20
0.7
1.0
15
50
35
V
mA
V
µA
ms
Output Voltage Adjustment:
Output Voltage Remote-sense Range
Output Voltage Set-point Adjustment Range (trim)
60
0.5
110 V
%VO, nom
Output Overvoltage Protection VO, sd 13.7* 15.7* V
Overtemperature Protection TC—105— °C
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the power modules.
1-0092
Figure 1. Typical QW050B1 Input Characterist ics at
Room Temperature
8-3437 (F)
Figure 2. Typical QW075B1 Input Characterist ics at
Room Temperature
8-3438 (F)
Figure 3. Typical QW050B1 Efficiency vs. Output
Current at Room Temperature
1-0093
Figure 4. Typical QW075B1 Efficiency vs. Output
Current at Room Temperature
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
020 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 7
5
INPUT CURRENT, II (A)
INPUT V OLTAGE, VI (V)
IO = 4.17 A
IO = 2.00 A
IO = 0.50 A
20
INPUT VOLTAGE, VI (V)
INPUT CURRENT, II (A)
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
025 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75
3.5
2.5
3.0 IO = 6.25 A
IO = 3.50 A
IO = 0.60 A
90
85
0.5
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
80
75
70
65
1.1 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.5 4.1
60
VI = 75 V
VI = 48 V
VI = 36 V
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
0.6 1.6 2.6 3.6 4.6 5.6
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
VI = 36 V
VI = 48 V
VI = 75 V
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Characteristic Curves (continued)
1-0095
Note: See Figure 12 for test conditions.
Figure 5. Typical QW050B1 Output Ripple Voltage
at Room Temperature and IO = IO, max
1-0015
Note: See Figure 12 for test conditions.
Figure 6. Typical QW075B1 Output Ripple Voltage
at Room Temperature and IO = IO, max
8-3442 (F)
Note: Tested with a 330 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor
across the load.
Figure 7. Typical QW050B1 Transient Response to
Step Decrease in Load from 50% to 25%
of Full Load at Room Temperature and
48 Vdc Input (Waveform Averaged to
Eliminate Ripple Component.)
1-0094
Note: Tested with a 330 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor
across the load.
Figure 8. Typical QW075B1 Transient Response to
Step Decrease in Load from 50% to 25%
of Full Load at Room Temperature and
48 Vdc Input (Waveform Averaged to
Eliminate Ripple Component.)
TIME, t (1 µs/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(100 mV/div)
VI = 36 V
VI = 48 V
VI = 75 V
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(100 mV/div)
TIME, t (1 µs/div)
VI = 36 V
VI = 48 V
VI = 75 V
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(200 mV/div)
TIME, t (100 µs/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
(1 A/div)
2.1 A
1.1 A
0
OUTPUT CURRENT, I
O
(A)
(2 A/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, V
O
(V)
(200 mV/div)
TIME, t (100 µs/div)
3.125 A
1.6 A
0
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
8-3444 (F)
Note: Tested with a 330 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor
across the load.
Figure 9. Typical QW050B1 Transient Response to
Step In crease in Load from 50% to 75% of
Full Load at Room Temperature and
48 Vdc Input (Waveform Averaged to
Eliminate Ripple Component.)
8-3445 (F)
Note: Tested with a 330 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor
across the load.
Figure 10. T ypical QW075B1 T ransient Response to
Step Increase in Load from 50% to 75%
of Full Load at Room Temperature and
48 Vdc Input (Waveform Averaged to
Eliminate Ripple Component.)
1-0040
Figure 11. QW075B1 Typical Start-Up from Remote
On/Off; I O = Full Load
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(200 mV/div)
TIME, t (100 μs/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
(1 A/div)
2.1 A
3.1 A
0
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(200 mV/div)
TIME, t (100 μs/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
(2 A/div)
3.125 A
4.68 A
0
REMOTE ON/OFF,
V
ON/OFF
(V)
OUTPUT V OLTAGE, V
O
(V)
(5 V/div)
TIME, t (2 ms/div)
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Test Configurations
8-203 (F).l
Note: Measure input reflected-ripple current with a simulated source
inductance (LTEST) of 12 µH. Capacitor CS offsets possible bat-
tery impedance. Measure current as shown above.
Figure 12. Input Re flected-Ripple Test Setup
8-513 (F).d
Note: Use a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor and a 10 µF aluminum or tan-
talum capacitor. Scope measurement should be made using a
BNC socket. Position the load between 51 mm and 76 mm
(2 in. and 3 in.) from the module.
Figure 13. Peak-to-Peak Output Noise
Measurement Test Setup
8-749 (F)
Note: All measurements are taken at the module terminals. When
socketing, place Kelvin connections at module terminals to
avoid measurement errors due to socket contact resistance.
Figure 14. Output Voltage and Efficiency
Measurement Test Setup
Design Considerations
Input Source Impedance
The power module should be connected to a low
ac-impedance input source. Highly inductive source
impedances can affect the stability of the power mod-
ule. For the test configuration in Figure 12, a 33 µF
electrolytic capacitor (ESR < 0.7 Ω at 100 kHz)
mounted close to the power module helps ensure sta-
bility of the unit. For other highly inductive source
impedances, consult the factory for further application
guidelines.
Safety Considerations
For safety-agency approval of the system in which the
power module is used, the power module must be
installed in co mpliance with the spacing and sep aration
requirements of the end-use safety agency standard,
i.e., UL1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950-95, and VDE 0805
(EN60950, IEC950).
If the input source is non-SELV (ELV or a hazardous
voltage greater than 60 Vdc and less than or equal to
75 Vdc), for the module’s output to be considered
meeting the re qu ire m en ts of safety ex tra -lo w vo ltage
(SELV), all of the following must be true:
nThe input source is to be provided with reinforced
insulation from any hazardous voltages, including the
ac mains.
nOne VI pin and one VO pin is to be grou nded, or both
the input and output pins are to be kept floating.
nThe input pins of the module are not operator acces-
sible.
nAnother SELV reliability test is conducted on the
whole system, as required by the safety agencies, on
the combination of supply source and the subject
module to verify that under a single fault, hazardous
voltages do not appear at the module’s output.
Note: Do not ground either of the input pins of the
module without groundin g one of the output pins.
This may allows a non-SELV voltage to appear
between the output pin and ground.
The power module has e xtra-low voltag e (ELV) outputs
when all inputs are ELV.
The input to these units is to be provided with a maxi-
mum 10 A normal-blow fuse in the ungrounded lead.
TO OSCILLOSCOPE
CURRENT
PROBE
BATTERY
L
TEST
12
μ
H
C
S
220
μ
F
ESR < 0.1
Ω
@ 20
°
C, 100 kHz 33
μ
F
ESR < 0.7
Ω
@ 100 kHz
V
I
(+)
V
I
(–)
1.0
μ
FRESISTIVE
SCOPE
COPPER STRIP
10
μ
FLOAD
V
O
(+)
V
O
(–)
VI(+)
IIIO
SUPPLY
CONTACT
CONTACT AND
LOAD
SENSE(+)
VI(–)
VO(+)
VO(–)
SENSE(–)
RESISTANCE
DISTRIBUTION LOSSES
ηVO(+) VO(–)[]IO
VI(+) VI(–)[]II
------------------------------------------------
⎝⎠
⎛⎞
x100=%
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Feature Descriptions
Overcurrent Protection
To provide protection in a fault (output overload) condi-
tion, the unit is equipped with internal current-limiting
circuitry and can endure current limiting for up to one
second. If overcurren t exists for more than one second,
the unit will shut down.
At the point of current-limit inception, the unit shifts
from voltage control to current co ntrol. If the output vo lt-
age is pulled very low during a sever e fault, the current-
limit circuit can exhibit either foldback or tailout charac-
teristics (output current decrease or increase).
The module is available in two overcurrent configura-
tions. In one configuration, when the unit shuts down it
will latch off. The overcurrent latch is reset by either
cycling the input power or by toggling the ON/OFF pin
for one second. In the other configuration, the unit will
try to restart after shutdown. If the output overload con-
dition still exists when the unit rest arts, it will shut down
again. This operation will continue indefinitely until the
overcurren t con d i tion is corrected.
Remote On/Off
Negative logic remote on/off turns the module off dur-
ing a logic high and on during a logic low. To turn the
power module on and off, the user must supply a
switch to control the voltage between the on/off termi-
nal and the VI(–) terminal (Von/off). The switch can be an
open collector or equivalent (see Figure 15). A logic
low is V on/off = 0 V to 0.7 V. The maximum I on/off dur ing a
logic low is 1 mA. The switch should maintain a logic-
low voltage while sinking 1 mA.
During a logic high, the maximum Von/off generated by
the power module is 15 V. The maximum allowable
leakage current of the switch at Von/off = 15 V is 50 µA.
If not using the remote on/off feature, short the ON/OFF
pin to VI(–).
8-720 (F).c
Figure 15. Remote On/Off Implementation
Remote Sense
Remote sense minimizes the effects of distribution
losses by regulating the voltage at the remote-sense
connections. The voltage between the remote-sense
pins and the output terminals must not exceed the out-
put volt age se nse r ange given in the Fea ture Specifica-
tions table, i.e.:
[VO(+) – VO(–)] – [SENSE(+) – SENSE(–)] 0.5 V
The voltage between the VO(+) and VO(–) terminals
must not exceed the minimum output overvoltage pro -
tection value shown in the Feature Sp ecifications table.
This limit includes any increase in voltage due to
remote-sense compensation and output voltage set-
point adjustment (trim). See Figure 16.
If not using the remote-sense feature to regulate the
output at the point of load, then connect SENSE(+) to
VO(+) and SENSE(–) to VO(–) at the module.
Although the output voltage can be increased by both
the remote sense and by the trim, the maximum
increase for the output voltage is not the sum of both.
The maximum increase is the larger of either the
remote sense or the trim. Consult the factory if you
need to increase the output voltage more than the
above limitatio n.
The amount of power delivered by the module is
defined as the voltage at the output terminals multiplied
by the output curr ent. When using remote sense and
trim, the output voltage of the module can be
increased, which at the same output current would
increase the power output of the module. Care should
be taken to ensure that the maximum output power of
the module remains at or below the maximum rated
power.
8-651 (F).m
Figure 16. Effective Circuit Configuration for
Single-Module Remote-Sense Operation
SENSE(+)
V
O
(+)
SENSE(–)
V
O
(–)
V
I
(–)
+
I
on/off
ON/OFF
V
I
(+)
LOAD
V
on/off
SENSE(+)
SENSE(–)
VI(+)
VI(–)
IOLOAD
CONTACT AND
SUPPLY II
CONTACT
VO(+)
VO(–)
DISTRIBUTION LOSSESRESISTANCE
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Feature Descriptions (continued)
Output Voltage Set-Point Adjustment
(Trim)
Output voltage trim allows the user to increase or
decrease the output volt age set point of a module. This
is accomplished by connecting an external resistor
between the TRIM pin and either th e SENSE( +) or
SENSE(–) pins. The trim resistor should be positioned
close to the module.
If not using the trim feature, leave the TRIM pin open.
With an external resistor between the TRIM and
SENSE(–) pins (Radj-down), the output volta ge set point
(VO, adj) decr eases (see Figure 1 7). The following equa-
tion determines the required external-re sistor value to
obtain a percentage output voltage change of Δ%.
With an external resistor connected betwe en the TRIM
and SENSE(+) pins (Radj-up), the output voltage set
point (VO, adj) increases (see Figure 18).
The following equation determines the required exter-
nal-resistor value to obt ain a percentage output volta ge
change of Δ%.
The voltage between the VO(+) and VO(–) terminals
must not exceed the minimum output overvoltage pro-
tection value shown in the Feature S pecifications table.
This limit includes any increase in voltage due to
remote-sense co mpensation and output voltage set-
point adjustment (trim). See Figure 16.
Although the output voltage can be increased by both
the remote sense and by the trim, the maximum
increase for th e output voltage is not the sum of both.
The maximum increase is the larger of either the
remote sense or the trim. Consult the factory if you
need to increase the output voltage more than the
above limitation.
The amount of powe r delivered by the module is
defined as the volta ge at the output terminals multiplied
by the output current. When using remote sense and
trim, the output voltage of the module can be
increased, which at the same output current would
increase the power outpu t of the mo dule. Care should
be taken to ensure that the maximum output pow er of
the module remains at or below the maximum rated
power.
8-748 (F).b
Figure 17. Circuit Configuration to Decrease
Output Voltage
8-715 (F).b
Figure 18. Circuit Configuration to Increase
Output Voltage
Output Overvoltage Protection
The output overvoltage protection consists of circuitry
that monitors the volt age on the output terminals. If the
voltage on the output terminals exceeds the overvolt-
age protection threshold, then the module will shut
down and latch off. The overvoltage latch is reset by
either cycling the input power for one second or by tog-
gling the on/off signal for one second.
Overtemperature Protection
These modules feature an overtemperature protection
circuit to safeguard against thermal damage. Th e cir-
cuit shuts down and latches off the module when the
maximum case temperature is exceeded. The module
can be restarted by cycling the dc input power for at
least one second or by toggling the primary or second-
ary referenced remote on/of f signal for at least one sec-
ond.
Radj-down 510
Δ%
----------10.2
⎝⎠
⎛⎞
kΩ=
Radj-up 5.1VO100 Δ%+()
1.225Δ%
-----------------------------------------------510
Δ%
----------
10.2
⎝⎠
⎛⎞
kΩ=
VI
(+)
VI(–)
ON/OFF
CASE
VO(+)
VO(–)
SENSE(+)
TRIM
SENSE(–) Radj-down RLOAD
VI
(+)
VI(–)
ON/OFF
CASE
VO(+)
VO(–)
SENSE(+)
TRIM
SENSE(–)
Radj-up RLOAD
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Thermal Considerations
Introduction
The power modules operate in a variety of thermal
environments; however, sufficient cooling should be
provided to help ensure reliable operation of the unit.
Heat-dissipating components inside the unit are ther-
mally coupled to the case. Heat is removed by conduc-
tion, convection, and r adiation to the surrounding
environment. Proper cooling can be verified by mea-
suring the case temperature. Peak temperature (TC)
occurs at the position indicated in Figure 19.
8-2104 (F)
Note: Top view, pin locations are for reference only.
Measurements shown in millimeters and (inches).
Figure 19. Case Temperature Measurement
Location
The temperature at this location should not exceed
100 °C. The output power of the module should not
exceed the rated power for the module as listed in the
Ordering Information table.
Although the maximum case temperature of the power
modules is 100 °C, you can limit this temperature to a
lower value for extremely high reliability.
Heat Transfer Without Heat Sinks
Increasing airflow over the module e nhances the heat
transfer via convection. Figure 22 shows the maximum
power that can be dissipated by the module without
exceeding the maximum case temperature versus local
ambient temperature (TA) for natural convection
through 3 m/s (600 ft./min.).
Note that the natural convection condition was mea-
sured at 0.05 m/s to 0.1 m/s (10 ft./min. to 20 ft./min.);
however, systems in which these power mod ules ma y
be used typically generate natural convection airflow
rates of 0.3 m/s (60 ft./min.) due to other heat-
dissipating components in the system. The use of
Figure 22 is shown in the following example.
Example
What is the minimum airflow necessary for a QW050B1
operating at VI = 48 V, an output curr ent of 3.5 A, and a
maximum ambient temperature of 40 °C?
Solution
Given: VI = 48 V
IO = 3.5 A
TA = 40 °C
Determine PD (Use Figure 20.):
PD = 8 W
Determine airflow (v) (Use Figure 22. ):
v = 1.0 m/s (200 ft./min.)
8-3447 (F)
Figure 20. QW050B1 Power Dissipation vs.
Output Current at 25 °C
8-3448 (F)
Figure 21. QW075B1 Power Dissipation vs.
Output Current at 25 °C
ON/OFF TRIM
(+)SENSE
(–)SENSE
33 (1.30)
14
(0.55) VI (+)
VI (–) VO (–)
VO (+)
12
0.5
OUTPUT CURRENT, I
O
(A)
POWER DISSIPATION, P
D
(W)
1.1 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.5 4.1
10
8
6
4
2
0
V
I
= 75 V
V
I
= 48 V
V
I
= 36 V
18
0.6
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
POWER DISSIPATION, PD (W)
1.6 2.6 3.6 4.6 5.6 6.6
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
VI = 75 V
VI = 48 V
VI = 36 V
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Thermal Considerations (continued)
Heat Transfer Without Heat Sinks (continued)
8-2306 (F).b
Figure 22. Forced Convection Power Derating with
No Heat Sink; Either Orient ation
Heat Transfer with Heat Sinks
The power modules have through-threaded, M3 x 0.5
mounting holes, which en able heat sinks or cold plates
to attach to the module. The mounting torque must not
exceed 0.56 N-m (5 in.-lb.). For a screw attachment
from the pin side, the recommended hole size on the
customer’s PWB around the mounting holes is 0.130
± 0.005 inches. If a larger hole is used, the mounting
torque from the pin side must not exceed 0.25 N-m
(2.2 in.-lbs.).
Thermal derating with h eat sinks is expresse d by using
the overall thermal resistance of the module. Total
module thermal resistance (θca) is defined as the max-
imum case temperature rise (ΔTC, max) divided by the
module power dissipation (PD):
The location to measure case temperature (TC) is
shown in Figure 19. Case-to-ambient thermal resis-
tance vs. airflow is shown, for various heat sink config-
urations and heights, in Figure 23 and Figure 24.
Longitudinal orientation is defined as the long axis of
the module that is parallel to the airflow direction,
whereas in the transverse orientation, the long axis is
perpendicular to the airflow. These curves were
obtained by experimental testing of heat sinks, which
are offered in the produc t catalog.
8-2107 (F)
Figure 23. Case-to-Ambient The rmal Resistance
Curves; Transverse Orientation
8-2108 (F)
Figure 24. Case-to-Ambient The rmal Resistance
Curves; Longitudinal Orientation
20
15
0
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, PD (W)
10
5
010 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
4.0 m/s (800 ft./min.)
3.5 m/s (700 ft./min.)
3.0 m/s (600 ft./min.)
2.5 m/s (500 ft./min.)
2.0 m/s (400 ft./min.)
1.5 m/s (300 ft./min.)
1.0 m/s (200 ft./min.)
0.5 m/s (100 ft./min.)
0.1 m/s (20 ft./min.)
NATURAL
CONVECTION
θca ΔTCmax,
PD
--------------------- TCTA()
PD
------------------------
==
11
NAT
AIR VELOCITY, m/s (ft./min.)
CASE-TO-AMBIENT THERMAL
RESISTANCE, θca (°C/W)
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
0
1
CONV 0.5
(100) 1.0
(200) 1.5
(300) 2.0
(400) 2.5
(500) 3.0
(600)
NO HEAT SINK
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1 IN. HEAT SINK
11
NAT
AIR VELOCITY, m/s (ft./min.)
CASE-TO-AMBIENT THERMAL
RESISTANCE, θca (°C/W)
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
0
1
CONV 0.5
(100) 1.0
(200) 1.5
(300) 2.0
(400) 2.5
(500) 3.0
(600)
NO HEAT SINK
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1 IN/ HEAT SINK
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Thermal Considerations (continued)
Heat Transfer with Heat Sinks (continued)
8-2380 (F)
Figure 25. Heat Sink Power Derating Curves;
Natural Convection; Transverse
Orientation
8-2381 (F)
Figure 26. Heat Sink Power Derating Curves;
Natural Convection; Longitudinal
Orientation
8-2382 (F)
Figure 27. Heat Sink Power Derat ing Curves;
1.0 m/s (200 lfm); Transverse Orientation
8-2383 (F)
Figure 28. Heat Sink Power Derat ing Curves;
1.0 m/s (200 lfm); Longitudinal
Orientation
20
0
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, PD (W)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
1 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
NO HEAT SINK
20
0
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, PD (W)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
1 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
NO HEAT SINK
20
0
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, PD (W)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1 IN. HEAT SINK
NO HEAT SINK
20
0
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, PD (W)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1 IN. HEAT SINK
NO HEAT SINK
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Thermal Considerations (continued)
Heat Transfer with Heat Sinks (continued)
These measured resistances are from heat transfer
from the sides and bottom of the m odule as well as the
top side with the attached heat sink; therefore, the
case-to-ambient thermal resistances shown are gener-
ally lower than the resistance of the hea t si nk by itself.
The module us ed to colle ct th e da ta in Figure 23 and
Figure 24 had a thermal-conductive dry pad between
the case and the heat sink to minimize contact resis-
tance. The use of Figure 23 and Figure 24 are shown
in the following exam p le.
Example
If an 85 °C case temperature is desired, what is the
minimum airflow necessary? Assume the QW075B1
module is operating at VI = 75 V and an output current
of 5.5 A, transvers e or ien tation, ma xim u m am b ien t air
temperature of 40 °C, and the heat sink is 1/2 inch.
Solution
Given: VI = 75 V
IO = 5.5 A
TA = 40 °C
TC = 85 °C
Heat sink = 1/2 inch
Determine PD by using Figure 21:
PD = 16 W
Then solve the following equation:
Use Figure 23 to determine air velocity for the 1/2 inch
heat sink.
The minimum airflow necessary for this module is
1.25 m/s (250 ft./min.).
Custom Heat Sinks
A more detailed model can be used to determine the
required thermal resistance of a heat sink to provide
necessary cooling. The total module resistance can be
separated into a resist ance from case-to-sink (θcs) and
sink-to-ambient (θsa) as shown in Figure 29.
8-1304 (F).e
Figure 29. Resistance from Case-to-Sink and
Sink-to-Ambient
For a managed interface using thermal grease or foils,
a value of θcs = 0.1 °C/W to 0.3 °C/W is typical. The
solution for heat sink resistance is:
This equation assumes that all dissipated power must
be shed by the heat sink. Depending on the user-
defined application environment, a more accurate
model, including heat transfer from the sides and bot-
tom of the module, can be used. This equation pro-
vides a conservative estimate for such instances.
EMC Considerations
For assistance with designing for EMC compliance,
please refer to the FLTR100V10 Filter Module Data
Sheet (DS99-294EPS).
Layout Considerations
Copper paths must not be route d beneath the power
module mounting inserts. For additional layout guide-
lines, refer to the FLTR100V10 Filter Module Data
Sheet (DS99-294EPS).
θca TCTA()
PD
------------------------
=
θca 85 40()
16
------------------------
=
θca 2.8 °C/W=
PDTCTSTA
θcs θsa
θsa TCTA()
PD
------------------------ θcs=
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Outline Diagram
Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
Tolerances: x.x mm ± 0.5 mm (x.xx in. ± 0.02 in.)
x.xx mm ± 0.25 mm (x.xxx in. ± 0.010 in.)
Top View
Side View
Bottom View
8-1769 (F).b
* Side label includes Lineage name, product designation, safety agency markings, input/output voltage and current ratings, and bar code.
57.9
(2.28)
36.8
(1.45)
1.02 (0.040) DIA
SOLDER-PLATED
BRASS, 6 PLACES
1.57 (0.062) DIA
SOLDER-PLATED
BRASS, 2 PLACES
12.7
(0.50)
4.1 (0.16) MIN, 2 PLACES
0.51
(0.020)
4.1 (0.16) MIN,
6 PLACES 3.5 (0.14) MIN
SIDE LABEL*
3.6 (0.14)
10.9
(0.43)
5.3
(0.21)
26.16
(1.030)
15.24
(0.600)
5.3
(0.21)
MOUNTING INSERTS
M3 x 0.5 THROUGH,
4 PLACES
– SENSE
TRIM
+ SENSE
ON/OFF
3.81
(0.150)
7.62
(0.300)
11.43
(0.450)
15.24
(0.600)
50.80
(2.000)
7.62
(0.300) 47.2
(1.86)
VO(+)
VO(–)
VI(–)
VI(+)
11.2
(0.44) 12.7
(0.50)
RIVETED CASE PIN (OPTIONAL)
1.09 x 0.76 (0.043 x 0.030)
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Recommended Hole Pattern
Component-side footprint.
Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
8-1769 (F).b
Ordering Information
Please contact your Lineage Power Account Manager or Field Application Engineer for pricing and availability.
Table 4. Device Codes
Optional features can be ordered using the suffixes shown in Table 5. To order more than one option, list device
codes suffixes in numerically descending order. For example, the device code for a QW050B1 module with the fol-
lowing option is shown below:
Auto-restart after overcurrent shutdown QW050B41
Table 5. Device Options
Input
Voltage Output
Voltage Output
Power Output
Current Remote On/Off
Logic Device
Code Comcode
48 Vdc 12 Vdc 50 W 4.17 A Negative QW050B1 108446949
48 Vdc 12 Vdc 75 W 6.25 A Negative QW075B1 108446956
Option Device Code
Suffix
Case ground pin 7
Auto-restart after overcurrent shutdown 4
3.6
(0.14)
10.9
(0.43)
26.16
(1.030)15.24
(0.600)
7.62
(0.300)
5.3
(0.21)
MOUNTING INSERTS
M3 x 0.5 THROUGH,
4 PLACES
– SENSE
TRIM
+ SENSE
ON/OFF
5.3
(0.21)
47.2
(1.86)
15.24
(0.600)7.62
(0.300)
11.43
(0.450)
3.81
(0.150)
VO(+)
VO(–)
VI(–)
VI(+)
CASE PIN (OPTIONAL)
11.2
(0.44) 12.7
(0.50)
50.80
(2.000)
Data Sheet
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
Ordering Information (continued)
Table 6. Device Accessories
Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
Accessory Comcode
1/4 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 848060992
1/4 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 848061008
1/2 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 848061016
1/2 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 848061024
1 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 848061032
1 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 848061040
8-2473 (F)
Figure 30. Longitudinal Hea t Sink
8-2472 (F)
Figure 31. Transverse Heat Sink
26.16 ± 0.13
(1.030 ± 0.005)
57.91 ± 0.38
(2.280 ± 0.015)
1/4 IN.
1/2 IN.
1 IN.
36.83 ± 0.38
(1.450 ± 0.015)
47.24 ± 0.13
(1.850 ± 0.005)
1/4 IN.
1/2 IN.
1 IN.
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Notes
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Notes
Data Sheet
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QW050B1 and QW075B1 Power Modules; dc-dc Converters:
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