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nꢀFault detection flag: The TM voltage source is internally
turned off as soon as a fault is detected. For system
monitoring purposes (microcontroller interface) faults are
detected on falling edges of TM signal.
Using the Control Signals VC, PC, TM, IM
The VTM Control (VC) pin is a primary referenced pin which
powers the internal VCC circuitry when within the specified voltage
range of 11.5V to 16.5V. This voltage is required for VTM current
multiplier start up and must be applied as long as the primary is
below 26V. In order to ensure a proper start, the slew rate of the
applied voltage must be within the specified range.
Start Up Behavior
Depending on the sequencing of the VC voltage with respect
to the same voltage, whether the source is on the primary or
secondary, the behavior during start up will vary as follows:
Some additional notes on the using the VC pin:
nꢀIn most applications, the VTM module primary side will be
powered by an upstream PRM™ regulator which provides a
10ms VC pulse during start up. In these applications the VC
pins of the PRM regulator and VTM current multiplier should
be tied together.
nꢀNormal operation (VC applied prior to the source voltage):
In this case, the controller is active prior to the source
ramping. When the source voltage is applied, the VTM
module load voltage will track the source (See Figure 13).
The inrush current is determined by the source voltage rate
of rise and load capacitance. If the VC voltage is removed
prior to the primary voltage reaching 26V, the VTM may
shut down.
nꢀIn bi-directional applications, the primary of the VTM may
also be providing power to a PRM input. In these
applications, a proper VC voltage within the specified range
must be applied any time the primary voltage of the VTM is
below 26V.
nꢀStand-alone operation (VC applied after VPRI): In this case the
VTM secondary will begin to rise upon the application of the
VC voltage (See Figure 14). The Adaptive Soft Start Circuit may
vary the secondary voltage rate of rise in order to limit the inrush
current to its maximum level. When starting into high
capacitance, or a short, the secondary current will be limited for
a maximum of 1200µs. After this period, the Adaptive Soft Start
Circuit will time out and the VTM module may shut down. No
restart will be attempted until VC is re-applied or PC is toggled.
The maximum secondary capacitance is limited to 9100µF in this
mode of operation to ensure a successful start.
nꢀThe VC voltage can be applied indefinitely allowing for
continuous operation down to 0VPRI
.
nꢀThe fault response of the VTM module is latching. A positive
edge on VC is required in order to restart the unit. If VC is
continuously applied the PC pin may be toggled to restart
the VTM module.
Primary Control (PC) is a primary referenced pin that can be used
to accomplish the following functions:
nꢀDelayed start: Upon the application of VC, the PC pin will
source a constant 100µA current to the internal RC
network. Adding an external capacitor will allow further
delay in reaching the 2.5V threshold for module start.
Thermal Considerations
VI Chip® products are multi-chip modules whose temperature
distribution varies greatly for each part number as well as with
the line/load conditions, thermal management and environmental
conditions. Maintaining the top of the VTM48EF040T050B0R case
to less than 100ºC will keep all junctions within the VI Chip module
below 125ºC for most applications.
nꢀAuxiliary voltage source: Once enabled in regular
operational conditions (no fault), each VTM PC provides a
regulated 5V, 2mA voltage source.
nꢀDisable: PC pin can be actively pulled down in order
to disable the module. Pull down impedance shall be lower
than 400Ω.
The percent of total heat dissipated through the top surface
versus through the J-lead is entirely dependent on the particular
mechanical and thermal environment. The heat dissipated through
the top surface is typically 60%. The heat dissipated through the
J-lead onto the PCB board surface is typically 40%. Use 100% top
surface dissipation when designing for a conservative
cooling solution.
nꢀFault detection flag: The PC 5V voltage source is internally
turned off as soon as a fault is detected. It is important to
notice that PC doesn’t have current sink capability. Therefore,
in an array, PC line will not be capable of disabling
neighboring modules if a fault is detected.
nꢀFault reset: PC may be toggled to restart the unit if VC
It is not recommended to use a VI Chip module for an extended
period of time at full load without proper heat sinking.
is continuously applied.
Temperature Monitor (TM) is a primary referenced pin that
provides a voltage proportional to the absolute temperature of the
converter control IC.
It can be used to accomplish the following functions:
nꢀMonitor the control IC temperature: The temperature in
Kelvin is equal to the voltage on the TM pin scaled
by 100. (i.e. 3.0V = 300K = 27ºC). If a heat sink is applied,
TM can be used to thermally protect the system.
VTM™ Current Multiplier
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