Data Sheet
April 2008
FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
36 Vdc to 75 Vdc Input, 5 Vdc Output; 300 W
The FW300A1-A Power Module uses advanced, surface-mount
technology and delivers high-quality, compact, dc-dc
conversion at an economical price.
Applications
nRedundant and distributed power architectures
nComputer equipment
nCommunications equipment
Options
nHeat sinks available for extended operation
Features
nEnhanced version of FW300 family
nSize: 61.0 mm x 116.8 mm x 13.5 mm
(2.40 in. x 4.60 in. x 0.53 in.)
nWide input voltage range
nHigh efficiency: 84% typical
nConstant frequency
nCase ground pin
nInput-to-output isolation
nParallel operation with load sharing
nOutput voltage set-point adjustment (trim)
nSynchronization
nEnhanced power good signal
nOutput current monitor
nOutput overvoltage, overtemperature, and overcur-
rent protection
nRemote sense and remote on/off
nManufacturing facilities registered against the
ISO* 9000 series standards
nUL† 1950 Recognized, CSA‡ C22.2 No. 950-95
Certified, VDE § 0805 (EN60950, IEC950)
Licensed
nCE mark meets 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC
directives**
Description
The FW300A1-A Power Module is a dc-dc converter that operates over an input voltage range of 36 Vdc to
75 Vdc and provides a precisely regulated dc output. The output is fully isolated from the input, allowing
versatile polarity configurations and grounding connections. The module has a maximum power rating of
300 W at a typical full-load efficiency of 84%. These modules are an enhanced version of the FW300 family of
power modules.
Two or more modules may be paralleled with forced load sharing for redundant or enhanced power applica-
tions. The package, which mounts on a printed-circuit board, accommodates a heat sink for high-temperature
applications.
*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 Association.
§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 equipment should
be followed. (The CE mark is placed on selected products.)
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Data Sheet
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36 Vdc to 75 Vdc Input, 5 Vdc Output; 300 W
FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
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 device reliability.
Parameter Symbol Min Max Unit
Input Voltage:
Continuous
Transient (100 ms)
VI
VI, trans
—
—
80
100
Vdc
V
Operating Case Temperature
(See Thermal Considerations section and
Figure 16.)
TC–40 100 °C
Storage Temperature Tstg –55 125 °C
I/O Isolation Voltage (for 1 minute) — — 1500 Vdc
Electrical Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions.
Table 1. Input Specifications
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Operating Input Voltage VI36 48 75 Vdc
Maximum Input Current:
VI = 0 V to 75 V; see Figure 1.
VI = 36 V to 75 V
II, max
II, max
—
—
—
—
14.5
13.2
A
A
Inrush Transient i2t — — 2.0 A2s
Input Reflected-ripple Current, Peak-to-peak
(5 Hz to 20 MHz, 12 µH source impedance;
see Figure 8.)
II — 10 —mAp-p
Input Ripple Rejection (120 Hz) — — 60 —dB
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
fusing is not included; however, to achieve maximum safety and system protection, always use an input line fuse.
The safety agencies require a normal-blow fuse with a maximum rating of 20 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 for further information.
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Electrical Specifications (continued)
Table 2. Output Specifications
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Output Voltage Set Point
(VI = 48 V; IO = IO, max; TC = 25 °C)
VO, set 4.92 5.0 5.08 Vdc
Output Voltage
(Over all operating input voltage, resistive load,
and temperature conditions until end of life; see
Figure 10 and Feature Descriptions.)
VO4.85 —5.15 Vdc
Output Regulation:
Line (VI = 36 V to 75 V)
Load (IO = IO, min to IO, max)
Temperature (TC = –40 °C to +100 °C)
—
—
—
—
—
—
0.01
0.05
15
0.1
0.2
50
%VO
%VO
mV
Output Ripple and Noise Voltage
(See Figures 4 and 9.):
RMS
Peak-to-peak (5 Hz to 20 MHz)
—
—
—
—
—
—
40
150
mVrms
mVp-p
External Load Capacitance — 0 — * µF
Output Current (At IO < IO, min, the modules may
exceed output ripple specifications.):
IO0.5 —60 A
Output Current-limit Inception
(VO = 90% of VO, set; see Feature Descriptions.)
IO, cli — — 130†%IO, max
Output Short-circuit Current
(VO = 1.0 V; indefinite duration, no hiccup mode;
see Figure 2.)
— — 170 —%IO, max
Efficiency (VI = 48 V; IO = IO, max; TC = 70 °C;
see Figures 3 and 10.):
η—84 — %
Switching Frequency All —500 —KHz
Dynamic Response
(ýIO/ýt = 1 A/10 µs, VI = 48 V, TC = 25 °C; tested
with a 10 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic
capacitor across the load; see Figures 5 and 6.):
Load Change from IO = 50% to 75% of IO, max:
Peak Deviation
Settling Time (VO < 10% of peak deviation)
Load Change from IO = 50% to 25% of IO, max:
Peak Deviation
Settling Time (VO < 10% of peak deviation)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
200
300
200
300
—
—
—
—
mV
µs
mV
µs
* Consult your sales representative or the factory.
† These are manufacturing test limits. In some situations, results may differ.
Table 3. Isolation Specifications
Parameter Min Typ Max Unit
Isolation Capacitance —1700 —pF
Isolation Resistance 10 — — M¾
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
General Specifications
Parameter Min Typ Max Unit
Calculated MTBF (IO = 80% of IO, max; TC = 40 °C) 1,700,000 hours
Weight — — 200 (7) g (oz.)
Feature Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature
conditions. See the Feature Descriptions section for further information.
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
(IO = 80% of IO, max; VO within ±1% of steady state)
Output Voltage Overshoot
Von/off
Ion/off
Von/off
Ion/off
—
—
0
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
30
0
1.2
1.0
15
50
50
5
V
mA
V
µA
ms
%VO, set
Output Voltage Adjustment:
Output Voltage Remote-sense Range
Output Voltage Set-point Adjustment Range (trim)
—
—
—
60
—
—
0.7
114
V
%VO, nom
Output Overvoltage Protection —6.0* —7.0* V
Output Current Monitor (IO = IO, max, TC = 70 °C) IO, mon —0.065 —V/A
Synchronization:
Clock Amplitude
Clock Pulse Width
Fan-out
Capture Frequency Range
—
—
—
—
4.00
0.4
—
425
—
—
—
—
5.00
—
1
575
V
µs
—
kHz
Overtemperature Protection (See Figure 16.) TC—105 —°C
Forced Load Share Accuracy — — 10 —%IO, rated
Power Good Signal Interface:
Low Impedance—Module Operating
High Impedance—Module Off
Rpwr/good
Ipwr/good
Rpwr/good
Vpwr/good
—
—
1
—
—
—
—
—
100
1
—
40
¾
mA
M¾
V
* These are manufacturing test limits. In some situations, results may differ.
Solder, Cleaning, and Drying Considerations
Post solder cleaning is usually the final circuit-board assembly process prior 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-board assembly. For guidance on appropriate soldering, cleaning, and drying procedures, refer to
the Board-Mounted Power Modules Soldering and Cleaning Application Note (AP97-021EPS).
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for
the power module.
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
01020304050607080
INPUT VOLTAGE, VI (V)
INPUT CURRENT, II (A)
IO = 60 A
IO = 30 A
IO = 6 A
8-2969 (F)
Figure 1. Typical FW300A1-A Input Characteristics
at 25 °C
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
01020304050607080
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
VI = 75 V
VI = 54 V
VI = 36 V
8-2970 (F)
Figure 2. Typical FW300A1-A Output
Characteristics at 25 °C
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
6162636465666
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
EFFICIENCY, η (%)
VI = 36 V
VI = 54 V
VI = 75 V
8-2971 (F)
Figure 3. Typical FW300A1-A Efficiency vs. Output
Current at 25 °C
TIME, t (500 ns/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(50 mV/div)
VI = 36 V
VI = 54 V
VI = 75 V
8-2972 (F)
Note: See Figure 9 for test conditions.
Figure 4. Typical FW300A1-A Output Ripple
Voltage at Room Temperature and 60 A
Output
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Characteristic Curves (continued)
8-2973 (F)
Note: Tested with a 10 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor
across the load.
Figure 5. Typical FW300A1-A Transient Response
to Step Decrease in Load from 50% to
25% of Full Load at Room Temperature
and 54 V Input (Waveform Averaged to
Eliminate Ripple Component.)
8-2974 (F)
Note: Tested with a 10 µF aluminum and a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor
across the load.
Figure 6. Typical FW300A1-A Transient Response
to Step Increase in Load from 50% to 75%
of Full Load at Room Temperature and
54 V Input (Waveform Averaged to
Eliminate Ripple Component.)
8-2262 (C).a
Figure 7. Typical FW300A1-A Start-Up from
Remote On/Off; IO = IO, max
TIME, t (200 µs/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(100 mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
(10 A/div)
TIME, t (200 µs/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)
(100 mV/div)
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)
(10 A/div)
TIME, t (5 ms/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, V
O
(V)
(2 V/div) REMOTE ON/OFF
VOLTAGE, V
ON/OFF
(V)
NO CAP
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Test Configurations
8-203 (C).o
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 8. Input Reflected-Ripple Test Setup
8-513 (C).m
Note: Use a 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor and a 10 µF aluminum or
tantalum capacitor. Scope measurement should be made
using a BNC socket. Position the load between 50 mm and
76 mm (2 in. and 3 in.) from the module.
Figure 9. Peak-to-P eak Output Noise Measurement
Test Setup
8-683 (C).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 10. 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 8, a 100 µF
electrolytic capacitor (ESR < 0.3 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 compliance with the spacing and separation
requirements of the end-use safety agency standard,
i.e.,
UL
1950,
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 meet-
ing the requirements of safety extra-low voltage
(SELV), all of the following must be true:
■The input source is to be provided with reinforced
insulation from any hazardous v oltages, including the
ac mains.
■One VI pin and one VO pin are to be grounded, or
both the input and output pins are to be kept floating.
■The input pins of the module are not operator acces-
sible.
■Another SELV reliability test is conducted on the
whole system, as required by the saf ety 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 grounding one of the output pins.
This may allow a non-SELV voltage to appear
between the output pin and ground.
The pow er module has e xtr a-low voltage (ELV) outputs
when all inputs are ELV.
The input to these units is to be provided with a maxi-
mum 20 A normal-blow fuse in the ungrounded lead.
TO OSCILLOSCOPE
12 µH V
I
(+)
V
I
(–)
BATTERY
L
TEST
Cs 220 µF
ESR < 0.1 Ω
@ 20 °C, 100 kHz 100 µF
ESR < 0.3 Ω
@ 100 kHz
V
O
(+)
V
O
(–)
1.0 µF RESISTIVE
LOAD
SCOPE
COPPER STRIP
10.0 µF
V
I
(–)
V
O
(+)
SENSE(+)
SENSE(–)
V
O
(–)
V
I
(+)
I
O
LOAD
CONTACT AND
DISTRIBUTION LOSSES
SUPPLY
I
I
CONTACT
RESISTANCE
ηVO+()
–
V
O
–
()[]
I
O
V
I
+
()
–
V
I
–
()[]
I
I
--------------------------------------------------
x
100 %=
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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 an unlim-
ited duration. At the point of current-limit inception, the
unit shifts from voltage control to current control. If the
output voltage is pulled very low during a severe fault,
the current-limit circuit can exhibit either foldback or
tailout characteristics (output-current decrease or
increase). The unit operates normally once the output
current is brought back into its specified range.
Remote On/Off
To turn the power module on and off, the user must
supply a s witch to control the v oltage betw een the on/off
terminal and the V
I
(–) terminal (V
on/off
). The s witch can be
an open collector or equivalent (see Figure 11). A logic
low is V
on/off
= 0 V to 1.2 V, during which the module is on.
The maximum I
on/off
during a logic low is 1 mA. The switch
should maintain a logic-low v oltage while sinking 1 mA.
During a logic high, the maximum V
on/off
generated by
the power module is 15 V. The maximum allowable
leakage current of the switch at V
on/off
= 15 V is 50 µA.
If not using the remote on/off feature, short the
ON/OFF pin to V
I
(–).
8-580 (C).d
Figure 11. 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 voltage sense range giv en in the Feature Specifica-
tions table, i.e.:
[V
O
(+) – V
O
(–)] – [SENSE(+) – SENSE(–)]
≤
0.7 V
The voltage between the V
O
(+) and V
O
(–) terminals
must not exceed the minimum value indicated in the
output overvoltage shutdown section of the Feature
Specifications table. This limit includes any increase in
voltage due to remote-sense compensation and output
voltage set-point adjustment (trim), see Figure 12.
If not using the remote-sense f eature to regulate the out-
put at the point of load, connect SENSE(+) to V
O
(+) and
SENSE(–) to V
O
(–) 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 limitation.
The amount of power delivered by the module is
defined as the voltage 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 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 (C).e
Figure 12. Effective Circuit Configuration for
Single-Module Remote-Sense Operation
Output Voltage Set-P oint Adjustment (Trim)
Output voltage trim allows the user to increase or
decrease the output voltage set point of a module . This
is accomplished by connecting an external resistor
between the TRIM pin and either the 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.
+
Ion/off
–
Von/off
CASE
ON/OFF
VI(+)
VI(–)
SENSE(+)
SENSE(–)
VO(+)
VO(–)
V
O
(+)
SENSE(+)
SENSE(–)
V
O
(–)
V
I
(+)
V
I
(–)
I
O
LOAD
CONTACT AND
DISTRIBUTION LOSSES
SUPPLY I
I
CONTACT
RESISTANCE
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Feature Descriptions
(continued)
Output V oltage Set-Point Adjustment (T rim)
(continued)
With an external resistor between the TRIM and
SENSE(–) pins (R
adj-down
), the output voltage set point
(V
O, adj
) decreases (see Figure 13). The following equa-
tion determines the required external-resistor value to
obtain a percentage output voltage change of
∆
%.
With an external resistor connected between the TRIM
and SENSE(+) pins (R
adj-up
), the output voltage set
point (V
O, adj
) increases (see Figure 14).
The following equation determines the required exter-
nal-resistor value to obtain a percentage output v oltage
change of
∆
%.
The voltage between the V
O
(+) and V
O
(–) terminals
must not exceed the minimum value of the output over-
voltage protection as indicated in the Feature Specifi-
cations table . This limit includes any increase in v oltage
due to remote-sense compensation and output voltage
set-point adjustment (trim). See Figure 12.
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 limitation.
The amount of power delivered by the module is
defined as the voltage 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 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.
8-748 (C).b
Figure 13. Circuit Configuration to Decrease
Output V oltage
8-715 (C).b
Figure 14. Circuit Configuration to Increase
Output V oltage
Output Overvoltage Protection
The output voltage is monitored at the V
O
(+) and V
O
(–)
pins of the module. If the v oltage at these pins e xceeds
the value indicated in the Feature Specifications table,
the module will shut down and latch off. Recovery from
latched shutdown is accomplished by cycling the dc
input power off for at least 1.0 second or toggling the
primary referenced on/off signal for at least 1.0 second.
Overtemperature Protection
To provide protection in a fault condition, the unit is
equipped with an overtemperature shutdown circuit.
The shutdown circuit will not engage unless the unit is
operated above the maximum case temperature.
Recovery from overtemperature shutdown is
accomplished by cycling the dc input power off for at
least 1.0 second or toggling the primary referenced
on/off signal for at least 1.0 second.
Radj-down 205
∆%
----------2.255–
k
Ω
=
Radj-up VO, nom 1∆%
100
---------
+
1.225–
1.225∆%
()
-----------------------------------------------------------------205 2.255–
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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Feature Descriptions
(continued)
Output Current Monitor
The CURRENT MON pin provides a dc voltage propor-
tional to the dc output current of the module given in
the Feature Specifications table. For example, on the
FW300A1-A, the V/A ratio is set at 65 mV/A
±
10% @
70
°
C case. At a full load current of 50 A, the voltage on
the CURRENT MON pin is 3.25 V. The current monitor
signal is referenced to the SENSE(–) pin on the sec-
ondary and is supplied from a source impedance of
approximately 2 k
Ω
. It is recommended that the CUR-
RENT MON pin be left open when not in use, although
no damage will result if the CURRENT MON pin is
shorted to secondary ground. Directly driving the CUR-
RENT MON pin with an external source will detrimen-
tally affect operation of the module and should be
avoided.
Synchronization
Any module can be synchronized to any other module
or to an external clock using the SYNC IN or SYNC
OUT pins. The modules are not designed to operate in
a master/slav e configuration; that is, if one module f ails,
the other modules will continue to operate.
SYNC IN Pin
This pin can be connected either to an e xternal clock or
directly to the SYNC OUT pin of another FW300x mod-
ule.
If an external clock signal is applied to the SYNC IN
pin, the signal must be a 500 kHz (±50 kHz) square
wave with a 4 Vp-p amplitude. Operation outside this
frequency band will detrimentally affect the perfor-
mance of the module and must be avoided.
If the SYNC IN pin is connected to the SYNC OUT pin
of another module, the connection should be as direct
as possible, and the V
I
(–) pins of the modules must be
shorted together.
Unused SYNC IN pins should be tied to V
I
(–). If the
SYNC IN pin is unused, the module will operate from
its own internal clock.
SYNC OUT Pin
This pin contains a clock signal referenced to the V
I
(–)
pin. The frequency of this signal will equal either the mod-
ule’s internal clock frequency or the frequency estab-
lished by an external clock applied to the SYNC IN pin.
When synchronizing several modules together, the
modules can be connected in a daisy-chain fashion
where the SYNC OUT pin of one module is connected
to the SYNC IN pin of another module. Each module in
the chain will synchronize to the frequency of the first
module in the chain.
To avoid loading effects, ensure that the SYNC OUT
pin of any one module is connected to the SYNC IN pin
of only one module. Any number of modules can be
synchronized in this daisy-chain fashion.
Forced Load Sharing
(Parallel Operation)
For either redundant operation or additional power
requirements, the po wer modules can be configured for
parallel operation with forced load sharing (see
Figure 15). For a typical redundant configuration,
Schottky diodes or an equivalent should be used to
protect against short-circuit conditions. Because of the
remote sense, the forward-voltage drops across the
Schottky diodes do not affect the set point of the
voltage applied to the load. For additional power
requirements, where m ultiple units are used to de v elop
combined power in excess of the rated maximum, the
Schottky diodes are not needed.
Good layout techniques should be observed for noise
immunity. To implement forced load sharing, the follow-
ing connections must be made:
■
The parallel pins of all units must be connected
together. The paths of these connections should be
as direct as possible.
■
All remote-sense pins should be connected to the
power bus at the same point, i.e., connect all
SENSE(+) pins to the (+) side of the power b us at the
same point and all SENSE(–) pins to the (–) side of
the power b us at the same point. Close proximity and
directness are necessary for good noise immunity.
When not using the parallel feature, leave the
PARALLEL pin open.
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Feature Descriptions
(continued)
Forced Load Sharing
(Parallel Operation)
(continued)
8-581 (C)
Figure 15. Wiring Configuration for Redundant
Parallel Operation
Power Good Signal
The power good signal (PWRGOOD pin) is an open-
collector, secondary-referenced pin that is pulled low
when all five of the following conditions are met:
1. The sensed output voltage is greater than half the
rated nominal output voltage.
2. The overvoltage shutdown latch is not set.
3. The thermal shutdown latch is not set.
4. The unit is not in current limit.
5. Secondary internal bias is present.
There is one situation where the power good signal can
be low even though the module has failed. This can
occur when the module is paralleled with other mod-
ules for additional output power (i.e., the output ORing
diodes would not be used). If one module power train
stops delivering power (fails), the other paralleled mod-
ule(s) would provide a voltage at the output pin of the
failed module. The failed module would then not detect
that its output pow er is not being delivered. Howe v er , in
this situation, the current monitor pins of the paralleled
modules would indicate that current is not being deliv-
ered from one module and that module had failed.
For redundant applications, the ORing diodes would
keep the other module voltages from being applied to
the failed module output and the power good signal
would indicate a failure.
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 radiation to the surrounding
environment. Proper cooling can be verified by mea-
suring the case temperature. Peak temperature occurs
at the position indicated in Figure 16.
8-1303 (F).e
Note: Top view, measurements shown in millimeters and (inches).
Pin locations are for reference only.
Figure 16. Case Temperature Measurement
Location
The temperature at this location should not exceed
100 °C . The maxim um case temper ature can be limited
to a lower value for extremely high reliability. The output
power of the module should not exceed the rated power
f or the module as listed in the Ordering Information table.
For additional information about these modules, ref er to
the
Thermal Management for FC- and FW-Series
250 W—300 W Board-Mounted P o w er Modules
Techni-
cal Note (TN96-009EPS).
V
O
(+)
PARALLEL
SENSE(+)
SENSE(–)
V
O
(–)
CASE
V
I
(+)
ON/OFF
V
I
(–)
V
O
(+)
PARALLEL
SENSE(+)
SENSE(–)
V
O
(–)
CASE
V
I
(+)
ON/OFF
V
I
(–)
30.5
(1.20)
82.6
(3.25)
CASE
SYNC IN
VI(–)
VI(+) VO(+)
VO(–)
SYNC OUT
MEASURE CASE
TEMPERATURE HERE
ON/OFF
AIRFLOW (LONGITUDINAL)
AIRFLOW
(TRANSVERSE)
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Thermal Considerations
(continued)
Heat Transfer Without Heat Sinks
Derating curves for forced-air cooling without a heat
sink are shown in Figures 18 and 19. These curves can
be used to determine the appropriate airflow f or a given
set of operating conditions. For e xample , if a unit with a
longitudinal direction airflow dissipates 20 W of heat,
the correct airflow in a 40 °C environment is 1.0 m/s
(200 ft./min.).
8-1759 (C)
Figure 17. FW300A1-A Power Dissipation vs.
Output Current at 25 °C
8-1315 (C)
Figure 18. Convection P ower Derating with No Heat
Sink; Airflow Along Width; Transverse
Orientation
8-1314 (C)
Figure 19. Convection P ower Derating with No Heat
Sink; Airflow Along Length;
Longitudinal Orientation
Heat Transfer with Heat Sinks
The power modules have through-threaded, M3 x 0.5
mounting holes, which enab le heat sinks or cold plates
to be attached to the module. The mounting torque
must not exceed 0.56 N-m (5 in.-lb.). For the 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.-lb.).
Thermal derating with heat sinks is expressed b y using
the ov er all thermal resistance of the module. Total mod-
ule thermal resistance (
θ
ca) is defined as the maximum
case temperature rise (
∆
T
C, max
) divided by the module
power dissipation (P
D
):
The location to measure case temperature (T
C
) is
shown in Figure 16. Case-to-ambient thermal resis-
tance vs. airflow for various heat sink configurations is
shown in Figures 20 and 21. These curves were
obtained by experimental testing of heat sinks, which
are offered in the product catalog.
20
0
40
60
70
10
30
50
10 20 30 40 50 600
OUTPUT CURRENT, I
O
(A)
V
I
= 36 V
V
I
= 72 V
V
I
= 54 V
POWER DISSIPATION, P
D
(W)
010203040 100
0
40
60
70
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, T
A
(°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, P
D
(W)
30
20
10
9080706050
50
0.1 m/s (20 ft./min.)
NAT. CONV.
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.)
010203040 100
0
40
60
70
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, T
A
(°C)
POWER DISSIPATION, P
D
(W)
30
20
10
9080706050
50
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.)
NAT. CONV.
θca ∆TC max,
PD
-------------------- TCTA–()
PD
-----------------------
==
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April 2008 36 Vdc to 75 Vdc Input, 5 Vdc Output; 300 W
FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Thermal Considerations
(continued)
Heat Transfer with Heat Sinks
(continued)
8-1321 (C)
Figure 20. Case-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance
Curves; T ransverse Orientation
8-1320 (C)
Figure 21. Case-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance
Curves; Longitudinal Orientation
These measured resistances are from heat transfer
from the sides and bottom of the module 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 heat sink by itself.
The module used to collect the data in Figures 20 and
21 had a thermal-conductive dry pad between the case
and the heat sink to minimize contact resistance.
To choose a heat sink, determine the power dissipated
as heat by the unit for the particular application.
Figure 17 shows typical heat dissipation for a range of
output currents and three voltages for the FW300A1-A.
Example
If an 85 °C case temperature is desired, what is the
minimum airflow necessary? Assume the FW300A1-A
module is operating at V
I
= 54 V and an output current
of 50 A, maximum ambient air temperature of 40 °C,
and the heat sink is 1 inch.
Solution
Given: V
I
= 54 V
I
O
= 50 A
T
A
= 40 °C
T
C = 85 °C
Heat sink = 1 inch
Determine PD by using Figure 17:
PD = 48 W
Then solve the following equation:
Use Figures 20 and 21 to determine air velocity for the
1 inch heat sink. The minimum airflow necessary for
this module depends on heat sink fin orientation and is
shown below:
■1.5 m/s (300 ft./min.) (transverse airflow)
■1.75 m/s (350 ft./min.) (longitudinal airflow)
0.0
0.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
2.5
2.0
1.0
1 1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
NO HEAT SINK
1.5
AIR VELOCITY, m/s (ft./min.)
0 0.5
(100) 1.0
(200) 1.5
(300) 2.0
(400) 2.5
(500) 3.0
(600)
CASE-TO-AMBIENT THERMAL
RESISTANCE,
θ
CA
(°C/W)
00.5
(100) 1.0
(200) 1.5
(300) 2.0
(400) 2.5
(500) 3.0
(600)
0.0
0.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
2.5
2.0
1.0
1 1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1 IN. HEAT SINK
1/2 IN. HEAT SINK
1/4 IN. HEAT SINK
NO HEAT SINK
1.5
AIR VELOCITY, m/s (ft./min.)
CASE-TO-AMBIENT THERMAL
RESISTANCE,
θ
CA
(°C/W)
θca TCTA–()
PD
-----------------------
=
θca 85 40–()
48
-----------------------
=
θca 0.94 °C/W=
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Data Sheet
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Thermal Considerations (continued)
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 resistance from case-to-sink (θcs) and
sink-to-ambient (θsa) as shown in Figure 22.
8-1304(C)
Figure 22. 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 provides
a conservative estimate for such instances.
EMC Considerations
For assistance with designing for EMC compliance,
please refer to the
FLTR100V20 Filter Module
Data
Sheet (DS99-295EPS).
Layout Considerations
Copper paths must not be routed beneath the power
module mounting inserts. For additional layout guide-
lines, refer to the
FLTR100V20 Filter Module
Data
Sheet (DS99-295EPS).
PDTCTSTA
cs sa
θsa TCTA–()
PD
----------------------- θcs–=
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
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.)
8-1650 (C).c
* Side label includes Lineage name, product designation, safety agency markings, input/output voltage and current ratings, and bar code.
CASE
SYNC IN
ON/OFF
V
I
–
V
I
+
2.54 (0.100) TYP
V
O
–
V
O
+
SYNC OUT
5.1 (0.20)
10.16
(0.400)
MOUNTING INSERTS
M3 x 0.5 THROUGH,
4 PLACES
5.1 (0.20)
2.54 (0.100) TYP
SENSE–
SENSE+
TRIM
PARALLEL
CURRENT MON
PWR GOOD
50.8
(2.00)
30.48
(1.200)
22.86
(0.900)
12.7
(0.50)
5.08
(0.200)
15.24
(0.600)
20.32
(0.800)
25.40
(1.000)
30.48
(1.200)
35.56
(1.400)
66.04 (2.600)
106.7 (4.20)
7.62
(0.300)
17.78
(0.700)
12.70
(0.500)
13.5
(0.53)
5.1 (0.20) MIN 1.57 (0.062) DIA
SOLDER-PLATED,
11 PLACES
(V
O
–, V
O
+, V
I
–, V
I
+, CASE)
SIDE LABEL*
1.02 (0.040) DIA
SOLDER-PLATED,
9 PLACES
116.8 (4.60)
61.0
(2.40)
T op View
Side View
Bottom View
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Recommended Hole Pattern
Component-side footprint.
Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
8-1650 (C).c
Ordering Information
Please contact your Lineage Power Account Manager or Field Application Engineer for pricing and availability.
Input Voltage Output Voltage Output Power Output Current Device Code Comcode
48 V 5 V 300 W 60 A FW300A1-A 108507799
5.1 (0.20)
10.16
(0.400)
MOUNTING INSERTS
5.1 (0.20)
2.54 (0.100) TYP
2.54 (0.100) TYP
5.08
(0.200)
15.24
(0.600)
20.32
(0.800)
25.40
(1.000)
30.48
(1.200)
35.56
(1.400)
106.68 (4.200)
66.04 (2.600)
50.8
(2.00)
30.48
(1.200)
22.86
(0.900)
17.78
(0.700)
12.70
(0.500)
12.7
(0.50)
7.62
(0.300)
CASE
SYNC IN
ON/OFF
V
I
–
V
I
+
V
O
–
V
O
+
SENSE–
SENSE+
TRIM
PARALLEL
CURRENT MON
PWR GOOD
SYNC OUT
7.62
(0.300)
7.62
(0.300)
Data Sheet
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Ordering Information (continued)
Table 4. Device Accessories
Dimension are in millimeters and (inches).
Accessory Comcode
1/4 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308335
1/4 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308327
1/2 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308350
1/2 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308343
1 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308376
1 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308368
1 1/2 in. transverse kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308392
1 1/2 in. longitudinal kit (heat sink, thermal pad, and screws) 847308384
8-2830 (F)
Figure 23. Longitudinal Heat Sink
8-2831 (F)
Figure 24. Transverse Heat Sink
1/4 IN.
1/2 IN.
1 IN.
1 1/2 IN.
60.45
115.82
(4.56)
(2.38)
1/4 IN.
1/2 IN.
1 IN.
1 1/2 IN.
115.82
(4.56)
59.94
(2.36)
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
Notes
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Notes
Data Sheet
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FW300A1-A Power Module; dc-dc Converter:
April 2008
DS99-299EPS (Replaces DS99-298EPS)
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