GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current RoHS Compliant Features Compliant to RoHS EU Directive 2011/65/EU (-Z versions) Compliant to RoHS EU Directive 2011/65/EU under exemption 7b (Lead solder exemption). Exemption 7b will expire after June 1, 2016 at which time this product will no longer be RoHS compliant (non-Z versions) Delivers up to 25A output current High efficiency - 93% at 3.3V full load Small size and low profile: 47.2 mm x 29.4 mm x 8.50 mm (1.86 in x 1.16 in x 0.335 in) Applications Low output ripple and noise Constant switching frequency (500 kHz) Distributed power architectures Surface mount or through hole Intermediate bus voltage applications Telecommunications equipment Output voltage programmable from 0.8 Vdc to 5.5Vdc via external resistor Servers and storage applications Remote On/Off Networking equipment Remote Sense Enterprise Networks Parallel operation with current sharing (-P option) Latest generation IC's (DSP, FPGA, ASIC) and Microprocessor powered applications Output voltage sequencing (multiple modules) Output overvoltage protection Overtemperature protection Output overcurrent protection (non-latching) Wide operating temperature range (-40C to 85C) UL* 60950-1Recognized, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 Certified, and VDE 0805:2001-12 (EN60950-1) Licensed ISO** 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturing facilities Options Baseplate version for heatsink attachment (-H suffix) Through Hole version (-L) Paralleling with current sharing (-P) Description The NXA025 series SMT (surface-mount technology) power modules are non-isolated dc-dc converters that can deliver up to 25A of output current with full load efficiency of 93% at 3.3Vdc output voltage. These modules provide a precisely regulated output voltage from 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc, programmable via an external resistor. Their open-frame construction and small footprint enable designers to develop cost- and space-efficient solutions. Standard features include remote On/Off, adjustable output voltage, remote sense, active current sharing between parallel modules, output voltage sequencing of multiple modules, overcurrent, overvoltage, and overtemperature protection. * 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 January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current 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 Input Voltage Device Symbol Min Max Unit All VIN -0.3 14 Vdc All TA -40 85 C All Tstg -55 125 C Continuous Operating Ambient Temperature (see Thermal Considerations section) Storage Temperature 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 10.0 12.0 14.0 Vdc Maximum Input Current All IIN,max 14 Adc Inrush Transient All I2t 1 A2s Input Reflected Ripple Current, peak-to-peak (5Hz to 20MHz, 1H source impedance; VIN, min to VIN, max, IO= IOmax ; See Test configuration section) All 60 Input Ripple Rejection (120Hz) All 50 (VIN=10.0V to 14.0V, IO=IO, max ) mAp-p 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 30A (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. January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 2 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Electrical Specifications (continued) Parameter Output Voltage Set-point Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit All VO, set -1.2 +1.2 % VO, set All VO, set -3.0 +3.0 % VO, set All VO 0.7887 5.5 Vdc (VIN=VN, min, IO=IO, max, TA=25C) Output Voltage (Over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature conditions until end of life) Adjustment Range Selected by an external resistor Output Regulation Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max) All 0.01 0.1 % VO, set Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max) All 0.1 0.2 % VO, set Temperature (Tref=TA, min to TA, max) All 0.5 1 % VO, set RMS (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth) All 5 15 mVrms Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth) All 15 50 mVpk-pk 1000 F 10,000 F 25 Adc 150 % Io Adc Output Ripple and Noise on nominal output (VIN=VIN, nom and IO=IO, min to IO, max Cout = 2 * 0.47F ceramic capacitors) External Capacitance ESR 1 m All CO, max ESR 10 m All CO, max Output Current All Io 0 Output Current Limit Inception (Hiccup Mode ) All IO, lim 125 Output Short-Circuit Current All IO, s/c 1 VO,set = 0.8Vdc (VO250mV) ( Hiccup Mode ) Efficiency 79.0 % VIN= VIN, nom, TA=25C VO, set = 1.2Vdc 84.7 % IO=IO, max , VO= VO,set VO,set = 1.5Vdc 87.3 % VO,set = 1.8Vdc 88.9 % VO,set = 2.0Vdc 89.7 % VO,set = 2.5Vdc 91.4 % VO,set = 3.3Vdc 93.1 % VO,set = 5.5Vdc All fsw All Vpk Settling Time (Vo<10% peak deviation) All ts (dIo/dt=5A/s; VIN = VIN, nom; TA=25C) Load Change from Io= 100% to 50%of Io,max: No external output capacitors All Vpk All ts Switching Frequency 95.1 500 % kHz 150 mV s 150 mV s Dynamic Load Response (dIo/dt=5A/s; VIN = VIN, nom; TA=25C) Load Change from Io= 50% to 100% of Io,max; No external output capacitors Peak Deviation 25 Peak Deviation Settling Time (Vo<10% peak deviation) January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. 25 Page 3 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current General Specifications Parameter Min Typ 15.5 (0.55) Calculated MTBF (IO=80% of IO, max, TA=25C) Max Unit 2,150,000 Weight Hours g (oz.) 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 SEQ/ENA Current All ISEQ/ENA 0.5 2.33 mA SEQ/ENA Voltage: All VSEQ/ENA 3.5 14 V SEQ/ENA Signal Interface (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max ; open collector or equivalent, Signal referenced to GND) Logic High (SEQ/ENA pin open - Module Off) Logic Low (Module ON) SEQ/ENA Current: All ISEQ/ENA 200 A SEQ/ENA Voltage: All VSEQ/ENA 1.2 V Turn-On Delay and Rise Times All Tdelay 1 msec (IO=IO, max , Vo to within 1% of steady state) All Trise 5 msec 0.1 0.5 % VO, set 5.8 6.0 V 9.9 V Output voltage overshoot - Startup IO=80% of IO, max; VIN = 12Vdc, TA = 25 oC Ouptut Overvoltage Protection (Latching) All 5.62 Input Undervoltage Lockout Turn-on Threshold All Turn-off Threshold All Remote Sense Range Overtemperature Protection All 8.1 Tref V 0.5 V 125 C 10 (See Thermal Consideration section) Forced Load Share Accuracy All Number of units in Parallel January 20, 2016 % Io 5 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 4 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Characteristic Curves The following figures provide typical characteristics for the NXA025A0X -S at 25C. 88% 94% 87% 93% 85% EFFICIENCY, (%) EFFICIENCY, (%) 86% 84% Vin=13.2V 83% Vin=12.0V 82% Vin=10.8V 81% 92% 91% Vin=13.2V 90% Vin=12.0V 89% Vin=10.8V 80% 0 5 10 15 20 88% 25 0 5 OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) 15 20 25 OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) Figure 1. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current (Vout = 1.2Vdc). Figure 4. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current (Vout = 2.5Vdc). 91% 95% 90% 94% 89% 93% EFFICIENCY, (%) EFFICIENCY, (%) 10 88% 87% Vin=13.2V 86% Vin=12.0V 85% Vin=10.8V 84% 83% 92% Vin=13.2V 91% Vin=12.0V 90% Vin=10.8V 89% 88% 0 5 10 15 20 25 0 5 OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) 10 15 20 25 OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) Figure 2. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current (Vout = 1.5Vdc). Figure 5. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current (Vout = 3.3Vdc). 92% 97% 91% 96% 95% EFFICIENCY, (%) EFFICIENCY, (%) 90% 89% 88% Vin=13.2V 87% Vin=12.0V 86% Vin=10.8V 5 10 15 20 25 OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) Figure 3. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current (Vout = 1.8Vdc). January 20, 2016 Vin=13.2V 93% Vin=12.0V 92% Vin=10.8V 91% 90% 89% 85% 0 94% 0 5 10 15 20 25 OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) Figure 6. Converter Efficiency versus Output Current (Vout = 5.0Vdc). (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 5 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Characteristic Curves (continued) Figure 9. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from 50% to 100% of full load (Vo = 3.3Vdc). January 20, 2016 VO (V) (50mV/div) IO (A) (5A/div) OUTPUT CURRENT, OUTPUT VOLTAGE TIME, t (5s/div) VIN (V) (2V/div) TIME, t (0.5ms/div) Figure 11. Typical Start-Up with application of Vin (Vo = 3.3Vdc). OUTPUT VOLTAGE On/Off VOLTAGE OUTPUT CURRENT OUTPUT VOLTAGE IO (A) (5A/div) VO (V) (50mV/div) Figure 8. Typical Output Ripple and Noise (Vin = 12V dc, Vo = 1.2Vdc, Cout = 2x 0.47uF ceramic capacitor). Vo (V) (1V/div) OUTPUT VOLTAGE, INPUT VOLTAGE VO (V) (20mV/div) OUTPUT VOLTAGE TIME, t (1s/div) TIME, t (5 s/div) Figure 10. Transient Response to Dynamic Load Change from 100% to 50% of full load (Vo = 3.3Vdc). VOn/off (V) (2V/div) TIME, t (1s/div) Figure 7. Typical Output Ripple and Noise (Vin = 12V dc, Vo = 3.3 Vdc, Cout = 2x 0.47uF ceramic capacitor). VOV) (1V/div) VO (V) (20mV/div) OUTPUT VOLTAGE The following figures provide typical characteristics for the NXA025A0X -S at 25C. TIME, t (0.5ms/div) Figure 12. Typical Start-Up Using Enable (Vo = 3.3Vdc). (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 6 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Characteristic Curves (continued) VO(V) (1V/div) Module #2 Module # 1 VO (V) (1V/div) The following figures provide typical characteristics for the NXA025A0X -S at 25oC. TIME, t (1ms/div) VO (V) (1V/div) VO(V) (1V/div) Module # 1 Module #2 Figure 13. Synchronized Start-up of Output Voltage when SEQ/ENA pins are tied together (Module #1 = 1.5Vdc, Module #2 = 3.3Vdc). TIME, t (1ms/div) Figure 14. Synchronized Shut-down of Output Voltage when SEQ/ENA pins are tied together (Module #1 = 1.5Vdc, Module #2 = 3.3Vdc). January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 7 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Characteristic Curves (continued) The following figures provide typical thermal derating curves for NXA025A0X -S (Figures 19 and 20 show derating curves with base plate). 30 30 25 25 OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A) OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A) 100LFM 20 200LFM 15 300LFM 10 400LFM 5 0 20 30 40 50 60 70 100LFM 20 200LFM 15 300LFM 10 400LFM 5 0 20 80 30 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC 60 70 80 Figure 18. Derating Output Current versus Local Ambient Temperature and Airflow (Vin = 12Vdc, Vo=5.0 Vdc). 30 30 25 25 100LFM OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A) OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A) 50 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC Figure 15. Derating Output Current versus Local Ambient Temperature and Airflow (Vin = 12Vdc, Vo=1.2Vdc). 20 200LFM 15 300LFM 10 400LFM 5 0 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 20 15 10 100 LFM 5 200 LFM 0 20 30 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC 40 50 60 70 80 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA OC Figure 16. Derating Output Current versus Local Ambient Temperature and Airflow (Vin = 12Vdc, Vo=1.8 Vdc). Figure 19. Derating Output Current versus Local Ambient Temperature and Airflow (Vin = 12Vdc, Vo=3.3 Vdc) with baseplate. 30 30 25 25 OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A) OUTPUT CURRENT, Io (A) 40 100LFM 20 200LFM 15 300LFM 10 400LFM 5 0 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 20 100 LFM 15 200 LFM 10 300 LFM 5 400 LFM 0 20 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, T AO C Figure 17. Derating Output Current versus Local Ambient Temperature and Airflow (Vin = 12Vdc, Vo=3.3 Vdc). January 20, 2016 30 40 50 60 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, T 70 AO 80 C Figure 20. Derating Output Current versus Local Ambient Temperature and Airflow (Vin = 12Vdc, Vo=5.0 Vdc) with baseplate. (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 8 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Test Configurations Typical Application Circuit CIN LTEST Vin Rx VIN(+) 1H Share 4.99k BATTERY VIN CURRENT PROBE TO OSCILLOSCOPE CS Min 150F E.S.R.<0.1 Share SEN+ Vout SEQ/ENA Vout Vout Dx CIN 220F Vin Cout @ 20C 100kHz GND GND Rtrim GND SEN- Qx COM NOTE: Measure input reflected ripple current with a simulated source inductance (LTEST) of 1H. Capacitor CS offsets possible battery impedance. Measure current as shown above. 1uF Figure 21. Input Reflected Ripple Current Test Setup. Figure 24. Application Schematic COPPER STRIP VO (+) RESISTIVE LOAD 1uF . 10uF Input Source Impedance SCOPE COM GROUND PLANE 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 22. Output Ripple and Noise Test Setup. Rdistribution Rcontact Rcontact VIN(+) Rdistribution RLOAD Rcontact Rcontact Rdistribution COM 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 23. Output Voltage and Efficiency Test Setup. VO. IO Efficiency January 20, 2016 = VIN. IIN The power module should be connected to a low-impedance source. Highly inductive source impedance can affect the stability of the power module. The input capacitor CIN should be located equal distance from the two input pins of the module. CIN is recommended to be 150F minimum. The ripple voltage is 50mV RMS at 1MHz and the capacitor should be chosen with an ESR and an RMS Current Rating for this amount of ripple voltage. When using multiple modules in parallel, a small inductor (0.2 -0.5H) is recommended at the input of each module to prevent interaction between modules. Consult the factory for further application guidelines. Safety Considerations VO COM Rdistribution VO VIN Design Considerations x 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 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03, and VDE 0850:2001-12 (EN60950-1) Licensed. For the converter output to be considered meeting the requirements of safety extra-low voltage (SELV), the input must meet SELV 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 maximum of 30 A fast-acting fuse in the ungrounded lead. 100 % (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 9 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Feature Description Ensure that the maximum output power of the module remains at or Remote On/Off using SEQ/ENA Pin below the maximum rated power (Po,max = Io,max x Vo,max). The NXA025A0X-S SMT power modules feature an SEQ/ENA pin for remote On/Off operation. If not using the remote On/Off pin, leave the pin open (module will be on). The SEQ/ENA signal (VSEQ/ENA) is referenced to ground. Circuit configuration for remote On/Off operation of the module using SEQ/ENA pin is shown in Figure 25. During Logic High on the SEQ/ENA pin (transistor Qx is OFF), the module remains OFF. The external resistor Rx should be chosen to maintain 3.5V minimum on the SEQ/ENA pin to insure that the unit is OFF when transistor Qx is in the OFF state. During Logic-Low when Qx is turned ON, the module is turned ON. Note that the external diode is required to make sure the internal thermal shutdown (THERMAl_SD) and undervoltage (UVLO) circuits are not disabled when Qx is turned ON THERMAL_SD VIN UVLO 4.99k Enable Dx R1 1k 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. At input voltages below the input undervoltage lockout limit, module operation is disabled. The module will begin to operate at an input voltage above the undervoltage lockout turn-on threshold. Overtemperature Protection R2 Qx 4.99k Figure 25. Remote On/Off Implementation. The SEQ/ENA pin can also be used to synchronize the output voltage start-up and shutdown of multiple modules in parallel. By connecting SEQ/ENA pins of multiple modules, the output start-up can be synchronized (please refer to characterization curves). When SEQ/ENA pins are connected together, all modules will shutdown if any one of the modules gets disabled due to undervoltage lockout or overtemperature protection. Remote Sense Remote sense feature minimizes the effects of distribution losses by regulating the voltage at the remote sense pins. The voltage between the remote sense pins and the output terminals must not exceed the remote sense range given in the Feature Specification table, i.e.: [Vo(+) - Vo(GND)] -[SENSE(+) - SENSE(-)] < 0.5V Remote sense configuration is shown in Figure 26. If not using the remote sense feature to regulate the output voltage at the point of load, connect SENSE (+) to Vo(+) and Sense (-) to ground. The amount of power delivered by the module is defined as the voltage at the output terminals multiplied by the output current. When using the remote sense, the output voltage of the module can be increased, which at the same output current would increase the power output of the module. January 20, 2016 Overcurrent Protection Input Undervoltage Lockout Rx SEQ/ENA Pin Figure 26. Effective Circuit Configuration for Remote sense operation To provide protection in a fault condition, the unit is equipped with a thermal shutdown circuit. The unit will shutdown if the thermal reference point Tref, exceeds 125oC (typical), but the thermal shutdown is not intended as a guarantee that the unit will survive temperatures beyond its rating. The module will automatically restarts after it cools down. Output Voltage Programming The output voltage of the NXA025A0X-S can be programmed to any voltage from 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc by inserting a series resistor (shown as Rtrim in figure 27) in the Sense(+) pin of the module. Without an external resistor in the Sense(+) pin (Sense (+) pin is shorted to Vo(+)), the output voltage of the module will be 0.7887V. With Sense(+) not connected to Vo(+), the output of the module will reach overvoltage shutdown. A 1F multi-layer ceramic capacitor is required from Rtrim to Sense(-) pin to minimize noise. To calculate the value of the Feature Descriptions (continued) Output Voltage Programming (continued) resistor Rtrim for a particular desired voltage Vo, use the following equation: Vo Rtrim = 775 * - 1 0.7887 Where Vo is the desired output voltage and Rtrim is the external resistor in ohms (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 10 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current For example, to program the output voltage of the NXA025A0X-S module to 2.5Vdc, Rtrim is calculated as follows: proximity and directness are necessary for good noise immunity 2.5 Rtrim = 775 * - 1 0.7887 The share bus is not designed for redundant operation and the system will be non-functional upon failure of one of the unit when multiple units are in parallel. The maximum number of modules tied to share bus is 5. When not using the parallel feature, leave the share pin open. Rtrim = 1682 VIN(+) VO Sense+ Rtrim ENA Share 1F RLOAD SenseCOM COM Figure 27. Circuit Configuration for Programming Output voltage Table 1 provides Rtrim values required for most common output voltages. To achieve the output voltage tolerance as specified in the electrical specifications over all operating input voltage, resistive load and temperature conditions, use 0.1% thick metal film resistor. Table 1 Vo,set (V) Rtrim 0.8 11 1.0 208 1.2 404 1.5 699 1.8 994 2.0 1190 2.5 1682 3.3 2468 5.0 4138 Overvoltage Shutdown Open Figure 28. Circuit Configuration for modules in parallel. Forced Load sharing (Parallel Operation) For additional power requirements, the power module can be configured for parallel operation with forced load sharing (See Figure 28). Good layout techniques should be observed for noise immunity when using multiple units in parallel. To implement forced load sharing, the following connections should be made: * The share pins of all units in parallel must be connected together. The path 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 the SENSE(+) pins to the (+) side of the bus and all the SENSE(-) pins to the GROUND of the power bus at the same point. Close January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 11 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Thermal Considerations in the mechanical section. In addition to the input and output planes, a ground plane beneath the module is recommended. The 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 thermal reference point, Tref used in the specifications is shown in Figure 29. For reliable operation this temperature should not exceed 110oC. 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. Tref Tref Figure 29. Tref Temperature measurement location. Heat Transfer via Convection Increased airflow over the module enhances the heat transfer via convection. Derating figures showing the maximum output current that can be delivered by various module versus local ambient temperature (TA) for natural convection and up to 2m/s (400 ft./min) are shown in the respective Characteristics Curves section. Base-Plate option (-H) The baseplate option (-H) power modules are constructed with baseplate on topside of the open frame power module. The baseplate includes two through-threaded, M3 x 0.5 mounting hole pattern, which enable heat sinks or cold plates to attach to the module. The mounting torque must not exceed 0.56 Nm (5 in.-lb.) during heat sink assembly. The baseplate option allows customers to operate the module in an extreme thermal environment with attachment of heatsink/cold-plate for proper cooling of internal component to heighten reliable and consistent operation. The thermal reference point for baseplate option is center of the heat plate on the top-side. For reliable operation this temperature should not exceed 105oC. Layout Considerations The input capacitors should be located equal distance from the two input pins of the module. Recommended layout is shown January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 12 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Mechanical Outline for NXA025A0X-S 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.) Top View Side View Bottom View Pin # Function 1 Ground 2 Vout 3 Ground 4 Vout 5 Ground 6 Vin 7 SHARE 8 Sen+ 9 SEQ/ENA 10 Sen- 11 Vin January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 13 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Mechanical Outline for NXA025A0X-HS 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.) Top View For additional heat sink Attachment: Accepts M3x0.5 carbon steel screws Insertion into baseplate not to exceed 4.55 mm [0.175 in]. Max Torque = 5 IN-LBS Side View Bottom View Pin # Function 1 Ground 2 Vout 3 Ground 4 Vout 5 Ground 6 Vin 7 SHARE 8 Sen+ 9 SEQ/ENA 10 Sen- 11 Vin January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 14 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current 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.) Layout Guidelines January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 15 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Mechanical Outline for NXA025A0X-L 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.) Top View Side View Bottom View Pin # Function 1 Ground 2 Vout 3 Ground 4 Vout 5 Ground 6 Vin 7 SHARE 8 Sen+ 9 SEQ/ENA 10 Sen- 11 Vin January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 16 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Recommended Pad Layout for NXA025A0X-L (Through Hole Version) 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.) x.xx mm 0.25 mm (x.xxx in 0.010 in.) January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 17 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Surface Mount Information Packaging Details The surface mount versions of the NXA025-S series modules are supplied as standard in the plastic tray shown in Figure 30. The tray has external dimensions of 136mm (W) x 322.6mm (L) x 18.4mm (H) or 5.35in (W) x 12.7in (L) x 0.72in (H). The NXA025-S series modules are fitted with two Kapton labels designed to provide a large flat surface for pick and placing. The labels are located covering the Center of Gravity of the power module. The labels meets all the requirements for surface-mount processing, as well as meeting UL safety agency standards. The labels will withstand reflow temperatures up to 300C. The labels also carry product information such as product code, date and location of manufacture. One of the two labels may be used as a pick-and-place location. Figure 31. Pick and Place Location. Nozzle Recommendations The module weight has been kept to a minimum by using Figure 30. Surface Mount Packaging Tray open frame construction. Even so, they have a relatively large mass when compared with conventional SMT components. Variables such as nozzle size, tip style, vacuum pressure and placement speed should be considered to optimize this process. The minimum recommended nozzle diameter for reliable operation is 6mm. The maximum nozzle outer diameter, which will safely fit within the allowable component spacing, is 9 mm. Oblong or oval nozzles up to 11 x 9 mm may also be used within the space available. Tray Specification Material Antistatic coated PVC Max temperature 65oC Max surface resistivity 1012/sq Color Capacity Clear 15 power modules For further information please contact your local GE technical representative. Surface Mount Information (continued) Min order quantity 45 pcs (1box of 3 full trays) Reflow Soldering Information Each tray contains a total of 15 power modules. The trays are self-stacking and each shipping box will contain 3 full trays plus one empty hold down tray giving a total number of 45 power modules. These NXA025series power modules are large mass, low thermal resistance devices and typically heat up slower than other SMT components. It is recommended that the customer review data sheets in order to customize the solder reflow profile for each application board assembly. Pick and Place The NXA025-S series of DC-to-DC power modules use an open-frame construction and are designed for surface mount assembly within a fully automated manufacturing process. January 20, 2016 The following instructions must be observed when SMT soldering these units. Failure to observe these instructions may result in the failure of or cause damage to the modules, and can adversely affect long-term reliability. These surface mountable modules use our newest SMT technology called "Column Pin" (CP) connectors. Fig 32 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 18 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current MAX TEMP SOLDER (C) shows the new CP connector before and after reflow soldering onto the end-board assembly. Figure 32. Column Pin Connector Before and After Reflow Soldering. TIME LIMIT (S) Figure 33. Time Limit Curve Above 205oC Reflow. The CP is constructed from a solid copper pin with an integral solder ball attached, which is composed of tin/lead (Sn/Pb) solder. The CP connector design is able to compensate for large amounts of co-planarity and still ensure a reliable SMT solder joint. REFLOW TEMP (C) Typically, the eutectic solder melts at 183oC, wets the land, and subsequently wicks the device connection. Sufficient time must be allowed to fuse the plating on the connection to ensure a reliable solder joint. There are several types of SMT reflow technologies currently used in the industry. These surface mount power modules can be reliably soldered using natural forced convection, IR (radiant infrared), or a combination of convection/IR. For reliable soldering the solder reflow profile should be established by accurately measuring the modules CP connector temperatures. REFLOW TIME (S) Figure 32. Recommended Reflow Profile. January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 19 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Surface Mount Information (continued) 300 Lead Free Soldering Per J-STD-020 Rev. C Peak Temp 260C Reflow Temp (C) The -Z version Naos SMT modules are lead-free (Pb-free) and RoHS compliant and are both forward and backward compatible in a Pb-free and a SnPb soldering process. Failure to observe the instructions below may result in the failure of or cause damage to the modules and can adversely affect long-term reliability. 250 200 * Min. Time Above 235C 15 Seconds 150 Heating Zone 1C/Second Cooling Zone *Time Above 217C 60 Seconds 100 50 Pb-free Reflow Profile 0 Power Systems will comply with J-STD-020 Rev. C (Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity Classification for Nonhermetic Solid State Surface Mount Devices) for both Pb-free solder profiles and MSL classification procedures. This standard provides a recommended forced-air-convection reflow profile based on the volume and thickness of the package (table 4-2). The suggested Pb-free solder paste is Sn/Ag/Cu (SAC). The recommended linear reflow profile using Sn/Ag/Cu solder is shown in Fig. 34. Reflow Time (Seconds) Figure 34. Recommended linear reflow profile using Sn/Ag/Cu solder. MSL Rating The Naos SMT modules have a MSL rating of 3. Storage and Handling The recommended storage environment and handling procedures for moisture-sensitive surface mount packages is detailed in J-STD-033 Rev. A (Handling, Packing, Shipping and Use of Moisture/Reflow Sensitive Surface Mount Devices). Moisture barrier bags (MBB) with desiccant are required for MSL ratings of 2 or greater. These sealed packages should not be broken until time of use. Once the original package is broken, the floor life of the product at conditions of 30C and 60% relative humidity varies according to the MSL rating (see J-STD-033A). The shelf life for dry packed SMT packages will be a minimum of 12 months from the bag seal date, when stored at the following conditions: < 40 C, < 90% relative humidity. 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 (AP01-056EPS). January 20, 2016 (c)2016 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 20 GE Data Sheet NaosTM NXA025: SMT Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Module 10Vdc - 14Vdc input; 0.8Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 25A Output Current Ordering Information Please contact your GE Sales Representative for pricing, availability and optional features. Table 2. Device Codes Product codes Input Voltage Output Voltage Output Current Efficiency 3.3V @ 25A Connector Type Comcodes NXA025A0X-S 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % SMT 108975053 NXA025A0X-HS 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % SMT 108975061 NXA025A0X-L 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % TH 108988515 NXA025A0X-LP 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % TH CC109101350 NXA025A0X-SP 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % SMT CC109101342 NXA025A0X-LPZ 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % TH CC109106746 NXA025A0X-SZ 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % SMT 109100402 NXA025A0X-HSZ 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % SMT 109100393 NXA025A0X-LZ 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % TH CC109107174 NXA025A0X-SPZ 10 - 14 Vdc 0.8Vdc - 5.5Vdc 25 A 93 % SMT CC109133682 -Z refers to RoHS-compliant versions. 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