F4810/F2410 Input EMI Filter Preliminary Data Sheet
80V@10A/50V@10A
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The F4810 and F2410 Input Filters minimize the conducted
and radiated emissions generated by switchmode DC/DC
converters, and allow board designs utilizing di/dt power
converters to meet stringent FCC and EN55022 Class B
conducted emissi ons requirements.
Using these filters as the primary power-conditioning device
in front of any of the Q
&& Family converters will provide a
“worry-free” EMI design. Unlike most available off-the-shelf
filter modules, the F4810 and F2410, in addition to common
mode noise reduction components, are provisioned with a
differential LC-filter stage, which virtually guarantees compli-
ance with conducted noise standards across the frequency
range from 150 kHz to 30 MHz, including fundamental
switching frequency and its harmonics. Test results show
headroom of 15-20 dB for conducted noise quasi-peak lev-
els, in relation to Class B requirements.
F4810/F2410 filters are designed specifically for distributed
power solutions in conjunction with Q
&& Family DC/DC con-
verters. Low profile and small size (less than 1 sq. in.) in a
surface mount package helps the designer save system
board real estate, and simplifies the layout.
A single filter can be used with multiple converters, and is
capable of providing up to 10A to the converter input bus at
85°C. When used as specified within this datasheet, these
filters do not require airflow and/or derating at high tempera-
tures.
Applications
Differential and Common Mode filtering for DC/DC convert-
ers with 48 V and 24 V input:
Telecommunications
Data communications
Distributed Power Solutions
F4810 (on left) and F2410 Input Filters
Features
Maximum current 10 A with no derating
Maximum operating input voltage 80V
(45V for F2410 version)
100V/50V 100ms transient withstand capability
Differential LC-filter stage
Surface mounted design
Small footprint – less than 1 sq. in.
Low profile: 0.378” [9.6 mm] maximum
Low weight: 0.34 oz [9.5 g]
Operation over -40°C to 85°C ambient temperature
range
No airflow required up to 85°C
Enables Q
&& Family converter compliance with
EN55022 and FCC Class B requirements con-
ducted emissions
UL 60950 recognition in U.S. & Canada, and
DEMKO certification per IEC/EN 60950 (pending)
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Electrical Specifications
Conditions: TA=25ºC, No Airflow, Vin=48 Vdc, unless otherwise specified.
PARAMETER NOTES MIN TYP MAX UNITS
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Input Voltage (F4810) Continuous 0 100 Vdc
(F2810) Continuous 0 50 Vdc
Operating Ambient Temperature -40 85 °C
Storage Temperature -55 125 °C
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Operating Input Voltage Range (F4810) 0 48 80 Vdc
(F2410) 0 24 45 Vdc
Maximum Operating Current 85°C ambient, no airflow 10 Adc
DC resistance (total for two legs) 0.016
Filter differential inductance 4.5 µH
Filter common mode inductance For frequencies below 10MHz 6.5 µH
Differential mode Attenuation at 400 kHz1 F4810 57 dB
F2410 63 dB
Differential mode attenuation at 30mHz1 F4810 56 dB
F2410 57 dB
Common mode Attenuation at 400 kHz2 F4810, F2410 24 dB
Common mode Attenuation at 30 mHz2 F4810, F2410 50 dB
Efficiency at Maximum Load Vin = 48V @ 10A 99.6 99.7 %
Additional Notes:
1. 50 source and 50 load impedance. See Fig 2 and 3 for differential mode attenuation in 20kHz-100MHz frequency range
2. 50 source and 50 load impedance; external common-mode capacitors 0.1uF (from IN+ and IN- to the common chassis). See Fig.
4 for attenuation in 20kHz-100MHz frequency range.
Description
The F4810 and F2410 filters contain input and output ca-
pacitors, plus differential and common mode inductors.
Shown in Fig. 1, the schematic diagrams of both filters are
similar, the only difference are changes in C1, C2 capacitor
values. The separate differential inductor, L2, allows a 50
differential attenuation of 60 dB across the stated frequency
range, a value substantially higher in comparison with other
available off-the-shelf filters (typically 25-30 dB).
The F4810 can be used in 24V or 48V systems without any
limitations; however, in 24V systems the F2410 diffe rential
attenuation is better. At low frequencies around 100-200 kHz
the difference is 20dB, but at high frequencies the plots are
close to identical
Absolute maximum voltage and maximum operating volt-
age in Electrical Specifications Table are for the filter itself;
check maximum rating for corresponding DC/DC convert-
ers. Filter will not be damaged by reversed input voltage,
or by applying voltage to the output pins.
C2
L1-1 VOUT+
VOUT-
L1-2
L2
C1
4.2 µH
VIN-
VIN+
R1
49.9
4 µF3 µF
Fig. 1: Schematic diagram fo r F4810, F24 10. Capacito r
values shown are for F4810; for F2410 C1=10 µF;
C2=13 µF.
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Differential attenuation plots for the F4810 and F2410 filters
in the extended frequency range of 20 kHz-100 MHz are
shown in Fig. 2 and Fig. 3, respectively, and can be seen to
be flat (around 55-60 dB) from 0.35 MHz to 40 MHz.
Fig. 2: F4810 - Differential mode attenuation, 0.2-100MHz.
Source and load resistanc es are 50 . Vertical scale:
10dB/div, with zero level marked by arrow. No load, 25ºC
Fig. 4 shows Common mode attenuation with 50 source
and load. The attenuation is the same for both filters, and
depends on the value of external Y-capacitors, connected
between input pins and fram e or a reference ground.
Fig. 3: F2410 - Differential mode attenuation, 0.2-100MHz.
Source and load resistance 50 . Vertical scale: 10dB/div,
with zero level marked by arrow. No load, 25ºC
All filter attenuation measurements shown are made with
standard 50 source and load resistances. Due to system
impedances, differences in actual system attenuation val-
ues for the filter/system can be significant after integration
into the user application. Therefore, the listed values
should be used only for compari so n of different filters.
Fig. 4: F4810/F2410 - Common Mode attenuation, 0.2-
100MHz. Source and lo ad resistances are 50 . Two
0.1uF Y-caps to common line. Vertical sca le: 10dB/div,
with zero dB level marked by arrow .
Thermal Considerations
Because of low series internal DC resistance, the
F4810/F2410 filters generally do not require airflow and/or
derating to ambient temperatures up to 85˚C, if placed and
interconnected as describe d below.
Good thermal design is consistent with appropriate place-
ment to gain additional heat exchange through the I/O pins
to the system board. For high temperature operation in low
airflow environments, use of 1-2 oz copper for the external
connection pads and provision for some extra copper at all
four I/O pins is encouraged. Thermal Derating data shown
were taken on special thermal board with each input and
output pin connected to 0.5 sq. in pad of 2 oz copper.
To check filter thermal characteristic in an actual system
environment, attach a thermocouple to the top of differen-
tial inductor, L2; it is the INDUCTOR closest to OUT+ pin.
The maximum temperature at this test point should not
exceed 120˚C, and a minimum of 5-10˚C headroom is
suggested for better reliability.
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A typical application schematic is shown in Fig. 5. Either filter
can be used to power one or more converters. Maximum
filter output current should be limited 10A - or less - depend-
ing upon system thermal environm ent.
The required filter current drawn by the converter loads,
IREQ’d(Filter), will be the sum of the loads of all connected
converters:
IREQ’d(filter) = Σ[Pi,OUT/(VIN, min * ηi, min)] [A]
where:
IREQ’d(filter) maximum required filter current
Pi,OUT(converter) converter output power, i=1, 2…
= Vi,OUT(converter) * Ii,OUT(converter)
VIN, min converter input voltage
ηi, min converter minimum efficiency, i=1, 2,…
For applications requiring a filter current greater than 10A,
divide the converters into smaller groups and use multiple
filters. Do not connect filters in parallel.
Fig. 5: F4810 – Typical application
For additional information regarding layout and EMC,
refer to di/dt Application notes AN100 and AN101.
The following bulleted items are considerations regard-
ing the external components for the typical application
shown in Fig. 5.
Input electrolytic capacitor C1. We recommend 1-2 µF/W
for 48V applications, and 2-4 µF/W for 24V applications.
This capacitor is needed to ensure stability of converters
in presence of their negative input impedance character-
istic. Note that electrolytic capacitors at –40ºC have 3-5
times less capacitance than at room temperature, and
therefore it is good practice to check the power system at
worst case conditions from this point of view, i.e. lowest
C6
C3
C7
Rload2
Vin (+)
Vin (-)
ON/OFF
Vout (+)
Vout (-)
TRIM
SENSE (+)
SENSE (-)
(Top View)
Converter
QmaXTM Series
C9
C1 F4810
V
IN -
V
IN + +48V
-48V
+Vout
-Vout
P3
P4
P1
P2
+
F1
12A
C2
C5
Rload1
Vin (+)
Vin (-)
ON/OFF
Vout (+)
Vout (-)
TRIM
SENSE (+)
SENSE (-)
(Top View)
Converter
QmaXTM Series
C8
C4
(Top View)
Input Filter
For further information
regarding connection
of CM capacitors and
other pertinent layout
and EMC information,
please refer to d i/dt
Application notes
AN100 and AN101.
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ambient temperature, minimum input voltage, and maxi-
mum load. If electrolytic capacitors are restricted for use
in the system, please contact the facto r y.
Input capacitors C2, C3 are optional; they decrease input
ripple current and improve EMI. One or two of the follow-
ing ceramic chip capacitors, as required, per converter
are recommended:
TDK C4532X7R2A105, 1.0 µF, 100V - for 48V applica-
tions
TDK C4532X7R1H475, 4.7 µF, 50V - for 24V applica-
tions
Common-mode capacitor (Y-cap) values and their EMI
attenuation effects depend on system grounding and lay-
out (they are not shown on Fig. 5). In EMI testing with the
filter, ceramic capacitors between input and output of the
converter (C4 – C7) were very helpful. Typical values for
the capacitor between Vin- and Vout- are 3,300pF –
5,100pF, and for the capacitor between Vin+ and Vout+,
0 to 3,300pF.
If connection of capacitors between input and output is
prohibited because of system restrictions, connect Y-
capacitors only from each input pin to system ground.
The value of these capacitors in this case is “the bigger
the better” (preferably 0.1µF or larger). Voltage rating of
Y-capacitors depends on the system isolation and safety
requirements.
Output capacitors C8, C9 are optional to reduce output
ripple. Addition of one-two 47µF ceramic capacitors, for
example, for low voltage applications 3.3V and below,
significantly decreases output ripple from 25-40mV peak-
to-peak to 5-10mV. Recommended capacitor for these
low voltage applications is C3225X5RO J47 6 from TDK.
UL testing was performed with a 12A fuse (R451012 from
Littelfuse). Fuses larger than 12A should not be used.
Smaller value fuses can be used as required for pro-
tection to a lower power limit.
Physical Information
TOP VIEW
-IN
SIDE VIEW
+IN
-OUT
+OUT
Pin Connections
Pin # Function
+IN Vin (+)
-IN Vin (-)
-OUT Vout (-)
+OUT Vout (+)
All dimensions are in inches [mm]
Connector Material: Copper
Connector Finish: Gold over Nickel
Optional: Tin/Lead o ver Nickel
Converter Weight: 0.34 oz [9.5 g]
Recommended Surface -Mount Pads:
Min. 0.080
x 0.112
[2.03x2.84]
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Filter Part Numbering Scheme
Product
Series Input
Voltage
Rated
Load
Current Connector Finish
Tape and Reel
F 48 10 - S - R
Filter
Module
48: 80 V
24: 45 V
10 Adc
No letter Gold Plated
S Tin/Lead Plated
No letter Bulk
R Tape and Reel
The example above describes P/N F2410-S-R: 0-45 V input, 10 A output current, Tin/Lead plated connector, tape and reel.
Please consult factory regarding availability of a specific version.
For more information please contact
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