Product Folder Order Now Support & Community Tools & Software Technical Documents LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 LM2594, LM2594HV SIMPLE SWITCHER(R) Power Converter 150-kHz 0.5-A Step-Down Voltage Regulator 1 Features 3 Description * The LM2594xx series of regulators are monolithic integrated circuits that provide all the active functions for a step-down (buck) switching regulator, capable of driving a 0.5-A load with excellent line and load regulation. These devices are available in fixed output voltages of 3.3 V, 5 V, 12 V, and an adjustable output version, and are packaged in a 8-pin PDIP and a 8pin surface-mount SOIC package. 1 * * * * * * * * * * * * * New product available: LMR36506 3-V to 65-V 0.6-A ultra-small synchronous buck converter 3.3-V, 5-V, 12-V, and adjustable output versions Adjustable version output voltage range: 1.2 V to 37 V (57-V for the HV version), 4% maximum over line and load conditions Available in 8-pin surface-mount SOIC and 8-pin PDIP packages Ensured 0.5-A output current Input voltage range up to 60 V Requires only four external components 150-kHz Fixed-frequency internal oscillator TTL shutdown capability Low power standby mode, IQ typically 85 A High efficiency Uses readily-available standard inductors Thermal shutdown and current-limit protection Start WEBENCH design with LM2594HV Requiring a minimum number of external components, these regulators are simple to use and feature internal frequency compensation, a fixedfrequency oscillator, and improved line and load regulation specifications. The new product, LMR36506, offers reduced BOM cost, higher efficiency, and smaller solution size with many other features. See the Device Comparison Table to compare specs. Start WEBENCH Design with LMR36506. Device Information(1) PART NUMBER PACKAGE BODY SIZE (NOM) SOIC (8) 4.90 mm x 3.91 mm PDIP (8) 9.81 mm x 6.35 mm 2 Applications LM2597, LM2597HV * * * * (1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at the end of the data sheet. Simple high-efficiency step-down (buck) regulator Efficient preregulator for linear regulators On-card switching regulators Positive-to-negative convertor Typical Application Fixed Output Voltage Versions 1 An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications, intellectual property matters and other important disclaimers. PRODUCTION DATA. LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Table of Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features .................................................................. Applications ........................................................... Description ............................................................. Revision History..................................................... Description (continued)......................................... Pin Configuration and Functions ......................... Specifications......................................................... 1 1 1 2 3 3 4 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 Absolute Maximum Ratings ...................................... ESD Ratings.............................................................. Recommended Operating Conditions....................... Thermal Information .................................................. Electrical Characteristics - 3.3 V .............................. Electrical Characteristics - 5 V ................................. Electrical Characteristics - 12 V ............................... Electrical Characteristics - Adjustable...................... Electrical Characteristics - All Output Voltage Versions ..................................................................... 7.10 Typical Characteristics ............................................ 8 6 7 Detailed Description ............................................ 10 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 9 Overview ................................................................. Functional Block Diagram ....................................... Feature Description................................................. Device Functional Modes........................................ 10 10 10 14 Application and Implementation ........................ 15 9.1 Application Information............................................ 15 9.2 Typical Applications ................................................ 22 10 Power Supply Recommendations ..................... 29 11 Layout................................................................... 30 11.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 30 11.2 Layout Example .................................................... 30 11.3 Thermal Considerations ........................................ 31 12 Device and Documentation Support ................. 33 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 Related Links ........................................................ Support Resources ............................................... Trademarks ........................................................... Electrostatic Discharge Caution ............................ Glossary ................................................................ 33 33 33 33 33 13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information ........................................................... 33 4 Revision History NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version. Changes from Revision D (May 2016) to Revision E * Page Added information on LMR36506 to Features and Description ............................................................................................. 1 Changes from Revision C (April 2013) to Revision D Page * Added ESD Ratings table, Feature Description section, Device Functional Modes, Application and Implementation section, Power Supply Recommendations section, Layout section, Device and Documentation Support section, and Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information section. ................................................................................................. 1 * Removed all references to design software Switchers Made Simple ................................................................................... 1 Changes from Revision B (April 2013) to Revision C * 2 Page Changed layout of National Semiconductor Data Sheet to TI format .................................................................................. 31 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 5 Description (continued) A standard series of inductors (both through-hole and surface-mount types) are available from several different manufacturers optimized for use with the LM2594xx series. This feature greatly simplifies the design of switchmode power supplies. Other features include an ensured 4% tolerance on output voltage under all conditions of input voltage and output load conditions, and 15% on the oscillator frequency. External shutdown is included, featuring typically 85-A standby current. Self-protection features include a two stage frequency reducing current limit for the output switch and an overtemperature shutdown for complete protection under fault conditions. The LM2594HV is for applications requiring an input voltage up to 60 V. 6 Pin Configuration and Functions D or P Package 8-Pin SOIC or PDIP Top View NC 1 8 Output NC 2 7 NC 3 6 +VIN Ground Feedback 4 5 ON/OFF Not to scale *No internal connection, but must be soldered to PCB for best heat transfer. Patent Number 5,382,918. Pin Functions (1) PIN NO. NAME 1, 2, 3 4 I/O DESCRIPTION NC -- No connection Feedback I Senses the regulated output voltage to complete the feedback loop. Allows the switching regulator circuit to be shut down using logic level signals, thus dropping the total input supply current to approximately 80 A. Pulling this pin below a threshold voltage of approximately 1.3 V turns the regulator on, and pulling this pin above 1.3 V (up to a maximum of 25 V) shuts the regulator down. If this shutdown feature is not needed, the ON/OFF pin can be wired to the ground pin or it can be left open, in either case, the regulator is in the ON condition. 5 ON/OFF I 6 Ground -- 7 +VIN I This is the positive input supply for the IC switching regulator. A suitable input bypass capacitor must be present at this pin to minimize voltage transients and to supply the switching currents needed by the regulator. 8 Output O Internal switch. The voltage at this pin switches between (+VIN - VSAT) and approximately -0.5 V, with a duty cycle of VOUT/VIN. To minimize coupling to sensitive circuitry, the PCB copper area connected to this pin must be kept to a minimum. (1) Circuit ground I = INPUT, O = OUTPUT Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 3 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com 7 Specifications 7.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings (1) (2) MIN Supply voltage 45 LM2594HV 60 ON/OFF pin input voltage -0.3 Feedback pin voltage -0.3 Output voltage to ground (steady state) Power dissipation D8 package V 25 V 25 V -1 V Vapor phase (60 s) 215 Infrared (15 s) 220 P package (soldering, 10 s) C 260 Maximum junction temperature -65 Storage temperature, Tstg (2) UNIT Internally limited Lead temperature (1) MAX LM2594 150 C 150 C Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability. If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the TI Sales Office/ Distributors for availability and specifications. 7.2 ESD Ratings V(ESD) (1) (2) Electrostatic discharge Human-body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 (1) (2) VALUE UNIT 2000 V JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process. The human-body model is a 100-pF capacitor discharged through a 1.5k resistor into each pin. 7.3 Recommended Operating Conditions Supply voltage MIN MAX LM2594 4.5 40 LM2594HV 4.5 60 V -40 125 C Temperature UNIT V 7.4 Thermal Information LM2594, LM2594HV THERMAL METRIC RJA (1) (2) (3) 4 (1) Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (2) (3) D (SOIC) P (PDIP) 8 PINS 8 PINS 150 95 UNIT C/W For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application report, SPRA953. The package thermal impedance is calculated in accordance to JESD 51-7. Thermal resistances were simulated on a 4 -layer, JEDEC board. Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 7.5 Electrical Characteristics - 3.3 V Specifications are for TJ = 25C, VINmax= 40 V for the LM2594 and 60 V for the LM2594HV (unless otherwise noted). PARAMETER SYSTEM PARAMETERS (3) Output voltage 4.75 V VIN VINmax, 0.1 A ILOAD 0.5 A Efficiency VIN = 12 V, ILOAD = 0.5 A (3) TYP (1) MAX (2) TJ = 25C 3.432 3.3 3.168 Over full operating temperature range 3.465 UNIT (see Figure 35 for test circuit) VOUT (1) (2) MIN TEST CONDITIONS 3.135 V 80% Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm. All limits ensured at room temperature and at temperature extremes. All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at temperature extremes are specified via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL). External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When the LM2594xx is used as shown in the Figure 35 test circuit, system performance is as shown in the system parameters. 7.6 Electrical Characteristics - 5 V Specifications are for TJ = 25C (unless otherwise noted). PARAMETER SYSTEM PARAMETERS TEST CONDITIONS (3) TJ = 25C Output voltage 7 V VIN VINmax, 0.1 A ILOAD 0.5 A Efficiency VIN = 12 V, ILOAD = 0.5 A (3) TYP (1) 4.8 5 MAX (2) UNIT (see Figure 35 for test circuit) VOUT (1) (2) MIN Over full operating temperature range 4.75 5.2 5.25 V 82% Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm. All limits ensured at room temperature and at temperature extremes. All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at temperature extremes are specified via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL). External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When the LM2594xx is used as shown in the Figure 35 test circuit, system performance is as shown in the system parameters. 7.7 Electrical Characteristics - 12 V Specifications are for TJ = 25C (unless otherwise noted). PARAMETER SYSTEM PARAMETERS TEST CONDITIONS (3) Output voltage 15 V VIN VINmax, 0.1 A ILOAD 0.5 A Efficiency VIN = 25 V, ILOAD = 0.5 A (3) TYP (1) MAX (2) 11.52 12 12.48 UNIT (see Figure 35 for test circuit) VOUT (1) (2) MIN TJ = 25C Over full operating temperature range 11.4 12.6 V 88% Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm. All limits ensured at room temperature and at temperature extremes. All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at temperature extremes are specified via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL). External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When the LM2594/LM2594HV is used as shown in the Figure 35 test circuit, system performance is as shown in the system parameters. Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 5 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com 7.8 Electrical Characteristics - Adjustable Specifications are for TJ = 25C (unless otherwise noted). PARAMETER SYSTEM PARAMETERS TEST CONDITIONS (3) Feedback voltage 4.5 V VIN VINmax, 0.1 A ILOAD 0.5 A, VOUT programmed for 3 V, Circuit of Figure 35 Efficiency VIN = 12 V, ILOAD = 0.5 A (3) TYP (1) MAX (2) 1.193 1.23 1.267 UNIT (see Figure 35 for test circuit) VFB (1) (2) MIN TJ = 25C Over full operating temperature range 1.18 1.28 V 80% Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm. All limits ensured at room temperature and at temperature extremes. All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at temperature extremes are specified via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL). External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When the LM2594/LM2594HV is used as shown in the Figure 35 test circuit, system performance is as shown in the system parameters. 7.9 Electrical Characteristics - All Output Voltage Versions Specifications are for TJ = 25C, VIN = 12 V for the 3.3-V, 5-V, and adjustable version, and VIN = 24 V for the 12-V version, ILOAD = 100 mA (unless otherwise noted). PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP (1) MAX (2) UNIT DEVICE PARAMETERS Ib Feedback bias current Adjustable version only, VFB = 1.3 V fO Oscillator frequency See (3) VSAT Saturation voltage IOUT = 0.5 A (4) (5) Max duty cycle (ON) See (5) Min duty cycle (OFF) See (6) DC ICL Current limit Peak current (4) (5) IL Output leakage current Output = 0 V (4) (6) (7) Output = -1 V IQ Quiescent current See (6) TJ = 25C 10 Over full operating temperature range TJ = 25C 127 Over full operating temperature range 110 TJ = 25C Standby quiescent current 150 173 173 0.9 Over full operating temperature range 1.1 1.2 nA kHz V 100% 0% TJ = 25C 0.65 over full operating temperature range 0.58 ON/OFF pin = 5 V (OFF) (7) ISTBY 50 100 LM2594 1.3 1.4 A 50 A 2 15 mA 5 10 mA 85 A TJ = 25C 200 Over full operating temperature range 250 TJ = 25C LM2594HV 0.8 140 Over full operating temperature range 250 300 A A ON/OFF CONTROL (see Figure 35 for test circuit) ON/OFF pin logic input VIH VIL IH IL (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) 6 Threshold voltage ON/OFF pin input current 1.3 Low (regulator ON), over full operating temperature range High (regulator OFF), over full operating temperature range V 0.6 V 5 15 A 0.02 5 A 2 VLOGIC = 2.5 V (regulator OFF) VLOGIC = 0.5 V (regulator ON) V Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm. All limits ensured at room temperature and at temperature extremes. All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at temperature extremes are specified via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL). The switching frequency is reduced when the second stage current limit is activated. The amount of reduction is determined by the severity of current overload. No diode, inductor or capacitor connected to output pin. Feedback pin removed from output and connected to 0 V to force the output transistor switch ON. Feedback pin removed from output and connected to 12 V for the 3.3-V, 5-V, and the adjustable version, and 15 V for the 12-V version, to force the output transistor switch OFF. VIN = 40 V for the LM2594 and 60 V for the LM2594HV. Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 7.10 Typical Characteristics Figure 1. Normalized Output Voltage Figure 2. Line Regulation Figure 3. Efficiency Figure 4. Switch Saturation Voltage Figure 5. Switch Current Limit Figure 6. Dropout Voltage Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 7 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Typical Characteristics (continued) 8 Figure 7. Quiescent Current Figure 8. Standby Quiescent Current Figure 9. Minimum Operating Supply Voltage Figure 10. ON/OFF Threshold Voltage Figure 11. ON /OFF Pin Current (Sinking) Figure 12. Switching Frequency Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Typical Characteristics (continued) Figure 13. Feedback Pin Bias Current Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 9 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com 8 Detailed Description 8.1 Overview The LM2594 SIMPLE SWITCHER(R) regulator is an easy-to-use, nonsynchronous step-down DC-DC converter with a wide input voltage range from 45 V to up to 60 V for a HV version. The regulator is capable of delivering up to 0.5-A DC load current with excellent line and load regulation. These devices are available in fixed output voltages of 3.3-V, 5-V, 12-V, and an adjustable output version. The family requires few external components, and the pin arrangement was designed for simple, optimum PCB layout. 8.2 Functional Block Diagram 8.3 Feature Description 8.3.1 Delayed Start-Up The circuit in Figure 14 uses the ON/OFF pin to provide a time delay between the time the input voltage is applied and the time the output voltage comes up (only the circuitry pertaining to the delayed start-up is shown). As the input voltage rises, the charging of capacitor C1 pulls the ON/OFF pin high, keeping the regulator off. Once the input voltage reaches its final value and the capacitor stops charging, the resistor R2 pulls the ON/OFF pin low, thus allowing the circuit to start switching. Resistor R1 is included to limit the maximum voltage applied to the ON/OFF pin (maximum of 25 V), reduces power supply noise sensitivity, and also limits the capacitor, C1, discharge current. When high input ripple voltage exists, avoid long delay time, because this ripple can be coupled into the ON/OFF pin and cause problems. This delayed start-up feature is useful in situations where the input power source is limited in the amount of current it can deliver. It allows the input voltage to rise to a higher voltage before the regulator starts operating. Buck regulators require less input current at higher input voltages. 10 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Feature Description (continued) Figure 14. Delayed Start-Up 8.3.2 Undervoltage Lockout Some applications require the regulator to remain off until the input voltage reaches a predetermined voltage. Figure 15 shows an undervoltage lockout feature applied to a buck regulator, while Figure 16 and Figure 17 apply the same feature to an inverting circuit. The circuit in Figure 16 features a constant threshold voltage for turnon and turnoff (Zener voltage plus approximately 1 V). If hysteresis is needed, the circuit in Figure 17 has a turnon voltage which is different than the turnoff voltage. The amount of hysteresis is approximately equal to the value of the output voltage. If Zener voltages greater than 25 V are used, an additional 47-k resistor is needed from the ON/OFF pin to the ground pin to stay within the 25 V maximum limit of the ON/OFF pin. Figure 15. Undervoltage Lockout for Buck Regulator 8.3.3 Inverting Regulator The circuit in Figure 18 converts a positive input voltage to a negative output voltage with a common ground. The circuit operates by bootstrapping the regulators ground pin to the negative output voltage, then grounding the feedback pin, the regulator senses the inverted output voltage and regulates it. This circuit has an ON/OFF threshold of approximately 13 V. Figure 16. Undervoltage Lockout for Inverting Regulator Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 11 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Feature Description (continued) This circuit has hysteresis Regulator starts switching at VIN = 13 V Regulator stops switching at VIN = 8 V Figure 17. Undervoltage Lockout With Hysteresis for Inverting Regulator CIN -- 68-F, 25-V Tant. Sprague 595D 120-F, 35-V Elec. Panasonic HFQ COUT -- 22-F, 20-V Tant. Sprague 595D 39-F, 16-V Elec. Panasonic HFQ Figure 18. Inverting -5-V Regulator With Delayed Start-Up This example uses the LM2594-5 to generate a -5-V output, but other output voltages are possible by selecting other output voltage versions, including the adjustable version. Because this regulator topology can produce an output voltage that is either greater than or less than the input voltage, the maximum output current greatly depends on both the input and output voltage. Figure 19 provides a guide as to the amount of output load current possible for the different input and output voltage conditions. The maximum voltage appearing across the regulator is the absolute sum of the input and output voltage, and this must be limited to a maximum of 40 V. For example, when converting 20 V to -12 V, the regulator would see 32 V between the input pin and ground pin. The LM2594 has a maximum input voltage specification of 40 V (60 V for the LM2594HV). Additional diodes are required in this regulator configuration. Diode D1 is used to isolate input voltage ripple or noise from coupling through the CIN capacitor to the output, under light or no load conditions. Also, this diode isolation changes the topology to closely resemble a buck configuration thus providing good closed loop stability. TI recommends a Schottky diode for low input voltages (because of its lower voltage drop), but for higher input voltages, a fast recovery diode could be used. Without diode D3, when the input voltage is first applied, the charging current of CIN can pull the output positive by several volts for a short period of time. Adding D3 prevents the output from going positive by more than a diode voltage. 12 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Feature Description (continued) Figure 19. Inverting Regulator Typical Load Current Because of differences in the operation of the inverting regulator, the standard design procedure is not used to select the inductor value. In the majority of designs, a 100-H, 1-A inductor is the best choice. Capacitor selection can also be narrowed down to just a few values. Using the values shown in Figure 18 provides good results in the majority of inverting designs. This type of inverting regulator can require relatively large amounts of input current when starting up, even with light loads. Input currents as high as the LM2594 current limit (approximately 0.8 A) are needed for at least 2 ms or more, until the output reaches its nominal output voltage. The actual time depends on the output voltage and the size of the output capacitor. Input power sources that are current limited or sources that can not deliver these currents without getting loaded down, may not work correctly. Because of the relatively high start-up currents required by the inverting topology, the delayed start-up feature (C1, R1 and R2) shown in Figure 18 is recommended. By delaying the regulator start-up, the input capacitor is allowed to charge up to a higher voltage before the switcher begins operating. A portion of the high input current needed for start-up is now supplied by the input capacitor (CIN). For severe start-up conditions, the input capacitor can be made much larger than normal. 8.3.4 Inverting Regulator Shutdown Methods To use the ON/OFF pin in a standard buck configuration is simple; pull it below 1.3 V (at 25C, referenced to ground) to turn regulator ON and pull it above 1.3 V to shut the regulator OFF. With the inverting configuration, some level shifting is required, because the ground pin of the regulator is no longer at ground, but is now setting at the negative output voltage level. Two different shutdown methods for inverting regulators are shown in Figure 20 and Figure 21. Figure 20. Inverting Regulator Ground Referenced Shutdown Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 13 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Feature Description (continued) Figure 21. Inverting Regulator Ground Referenced Shutdown Using Opto Device 8.4 Device Functional Modes 8.4.1 Discontinuous Mode Operation The selection guide chooses inductor values suitable for continuous mode operation, but for low current applications and high input voltages, a discontinuous mode design can be a better choice. Discontinuous mode would use an inductor that is physically smaller, and would need only one half to one third of the inductance value needed for a continuous mode design. The peak switch and inductor currents are higher in a discontinuous design, but at these low load currents (200 mA and below), the maximum switch current is still less than the switch current limit. Discontinuous operation can have voltage waveforms that are considerably different than a continuous design. The output pin (switch) waveform can have some damped sinusoidal ringing present (see Figure 33). This ringing is normal for discontinuous operation, and is not caused by feedback loop instabilities. In discontinuous operation, there is a period of time where neither the switch nor the diode are conducting, and the inductor current has dropped to zero. During this time, a small amount of energy can circulate between the inductor and the switch or diode parasitic capacitance causing this characteristic ringing. Normally this ringing is not a problem, unless the amplitude becomes great enough to exceed the input voltage, and even then, there is very little energy present to cause damage. Different inductor types and core materials produce different amounts of this characteristic ringing. Ferrite core inductors have very little core loss and, therefore, produce the most ringing. The higher core loss of powdered iron inductors produce less ringing. If desired, a series RC can be placed in parallel with the inductor to dampen the ringing. Figure 22. Post Ripple Filter Waveform 14 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 9 Application and Implementation NOTE Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI's customers are responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality. 9.1 Application Information 9.1.1 Input Capacitor (CIN) A low ESR aluminum or tantalum bypass capacitor is required between the input pin and ground pin. The capacitor must be located near the regulator using short leads. This capacitor prevents large voltage transients from appearing at the input, and provides the instantaneous current needed each time the switch turns on. The important parameters for the input capacitor are the voltage rating and the RMS current rating. Because of the relatively high RMS currents flowing in the input capacitor of the buck regulator, this capacitor must be chosen for its RMS current rating rather than its capacitance or voltage ratings, although the capacitance value and voltage rating are directly related to the RMS current rating. The RMS current rating of a capacitor could be viewed as a power rating of the capacitor. The RMS current flowing through the capacitors internal ESR produces power which causes the internal temperature of the capacitor to rise. The RMS current rating of a capacitor is determined by the amount of current required to raise the internal temperature approximately 10C above an ambient temperature of 105C. The ability of the capacitor to dissipate this heat to the surrounding air determines the amount of current the capacitor can safely sustain. Capacitors that are physically large and have a large surface area typically has a higher RMS current ratings. For a given capacitor value, a higher voltage electrolytic capacitor is physically larger than a lower voltage capacitor, and thus be able to dissipate more heat to the surrounding air, and therefore has a higher RMS current rating. The consequences of operating an electrolytic capacitor above the RMS current rating is a shortened operating life. The higher temperature speeds up the evaporation of the electrolyte of the capacitor, resulting in eventual failure. Selecting an input capacitor requires consulting the manufacturers data sheet for maximum allowable RMS ripple current. For a maximum ambient temperature of 40C, a general guideline would be to select a capacitor with a ripple current rating of approximately 50% of the DC load current. For ambient temperatures up to 70C, a current rating of 75% of the DC load current would be a good choice for a conservative design. The capacitor voltage rating must be at least 1.25 times greater than the maximum input voltage, and often a much higher voltage capacitor is needed to satisfy the RMS current requirements. Figure 23 shows the relationship between an electrolytic capacitor value, its voltage rating, and the RMS current it is rated for. These curves were obtained from the Nichicon PL series of low-ESR, high-reliability electrolytic capacitors designed for switching regulator applications. Other capacitor manufacturers offer similar types of capacitors, but always check the capacitor data sheet. Standard electrolytic capacitors typically have much higher ESR numbers, lower RMS current ratings and typically have a shorter operating lifetime. Because of their small size and excellent performance, surface-mount solid tantalum capacitors are often used for input bypassing, but several precautions must be observed. A small percentage of solid tantalum capacitors can short if the inrush current rating is exceeded. This can happen at turnon when the input voltage is suddenly applied, and of course, higher input voltages produce higher inrush currents. Several capacitor manufacturers do a 100% surge current testing on their products to minimize this potential problem. If high turnon currents are expected, it may be necessary to limit this current by adding either some resistance or inductance before the tantalum capacitor, or select a higher voltage capacitor. As with aluminum electrolytic capacitors, the RMS ripple current rating must be sized to the load current. Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 15 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Application Information (continued) Figure 23. RMS Current Ratings for Low-ESR Electrolytic Capacitors (Typical) 9.1.2 Output Capacitor (COUT) An output capacitor is required to filter the output and provide regulator loop stability. Low impedance or low ESR Electrolytic or solid tantalum capacitors designed for switching regulator applications must be used. When selecting an output capacitor, the important capacitor parameters are; the 100-kHz Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), the RMS ripple current rating, voltage rating, and capacitance value. For the output capacitor, the ESR value is the most important parameter. The output capacitor requires an ESR value that has an upper and lower limit. For low output ripple voltage, a low ESR value is needed. This value is determined by the maximum allowable output ripple voltage, typically 1% to 2% of the output voltage. But if the ESR of the selected capacitor is extremely low, there is a possibility of an unstable feedback loop, resulting in an oscillation at the output. Using the capacitors listed in the tables, or similar types, provides design solutions under all conditions. If very low output ripple voltage (less than 15 mV) is required, see Output Voltage Ripple and Transients for a post-ripple filter. An aluminum electrolytic capacitor's ESR value is related to the capacitance value and its voltage rating. In most cases, Higher voltage electrolytic capacitors have lower ESR values (see Figure 24). Often, capacitors with much higher voltage ratings may be needed to provide the low ESR values required for low output ripple voltage. The output capacitor for many different switcher designs often can be satisfied with only three or four different capacitor values and several different voltage ratings. See Figure 30 and Table 7 for typical capacitor values, voltage ratings, and manufacturers capacitor types. Electrolytic capacitors are not recommended for temperatures below -25C. The ESR rises dramatically at cold temperatures and typically rises three times at -25C and as much as ten times at -40C (see Figure 25). Solid tantalum capacitors have a much better ESR specifications for cold temperatures and are recommended for temperatures below -25C. Figure 24. Capacitor ESR versus Capacitor Voltage Rating (Typical Low-ESR Electrolytic Capacitor) 16 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Application Information (continued) Table 1. Output Capacitor and Feedforward Capacitor Selection Table THROUGH-HOLE OUTPUT CAPACITOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) PANASONIC HFQ SERIES (F/V) NICHICON PL SERIES (F/V) 1.2 220/25 4 180/25 6 9 SURFACE-MOUNT OUTPUT CAPACITOR FEEDFORWARD CAPACITOR AVX TPS SERIES (F/V) SPRAGUE 595D SERIES (F/V) FEEDFORWARD CAPACITOR 220/25 0 220/10 220/10 0 180/25 4.7 nF 100/10 120/10 4.7 nF 82/25 82/25 4.7 nF 100/10 120/10 4.7 nF 82/25 82/25 3.3 nF 100/16 100/16 3.3 nF 12 82/25 82/25 2.2 nF 100/16 100/16 2.2 nF 15 82/25 82/25 1.5 nF 68/20 100/20 1.5 nF 24 82/50 120/50 1 nF 10/35 15/35 220 pF 28 82/50 120/50 820 pF 10/35 15/35 220 pF 9.1.3 Catch Diode Buck regulators require a diode to provide a return path for the inductor current when the switch turns off. This must be a fast diode and must be located close to the LM2594 using short leads and short printed-circuit traces. Because of their very fast switching speed and low forward voltage drop, Schottky diodes provide the best performance, especially in low output voltage applications (5 V and lower). Ultra-fast recovery, or high-efficiency rectifiers are also a good choice, but some types with an abrupt turnoff characteristic may cause instability or EMI problems. Ultra-fast recovery diodes typically have reverse recovery times of 50 ns or less. Rectifiers such as the 1N4001 series are much too slow and must not be used. Figure 25. Capacitor ESR Change versus Temperature Table 2. Diode Selection Table 1-A DIODES VR SURFACE MOUNT SCHOTTKY ULTRA FAST RECOVERY THROUGH HOLE SCHOTTKY ULTRA FAST RECOVERY 1N5817 20 V SR102 MBRS130 All of these diodes are rated to at least 60 V. 30 V 1N5818 All of these diodes are rated to at least 60 V. SR103 11DQ03 40 V 50 V or more MBRS140 MURS120 1N5819 MUR120 10BQ040 10BF10 SR104 HER101 10MQ040 11DQ04 11DF1 MBRS160 SR105 10BQ050 MBR150 10MQ060 11DQ05 Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 17 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Table 2. Diode Selection Table (continued) 1-A DIODES VR SURFACE MOUNT SCHOTTKY ULTRA FAST RECOVERY THROUGH HOLE SCHOTTKY MBRS1100 MBR160 10MQ090 SB160 SGL41-60 11DQ10 ULTRA FAST RECOVERY SS16 9.1.4 Inductor Selection All switching regulators have two basic modes of operation: continuous and discontinuous. The difference between the two types relates to the inductor current, whether it is flowing continuously, or if it drops to zero for a period of time in the normal switching cycle. Each mode has distinctively different operating characteristics, which can affect the regulators performance and requirements. Most switcher designs operates in the discontinuous mode when the load current is low. The LM2594 (or any of the SIMPLE SWITCHER family) can be used for both continuous or discontinuous modes of operation. In many cases the preferred mode of operation is the continuous mode. This mode offers greater output power, lower peak switch, inductor, and diode currents, and can have lower output ripple voltage. However, the continuous mode requires larger inductor values to keep the inductor current flowing continuously, especially at low output load currents and high input voltages. To simplify the inductor selection process, an inductor selection guide (nomograph) was designed (see Figure 27 through Figure 30). This guide assumes that the regulator is operating in the continuous mode, and selects an inductor that allows a peak-to-peak inductor ripple current to be a certain percentage of the maximum design load current. This peak-to-peak inductor ripple current percentage is not fixed, but is allowed to change as different design load currents are selected. (See Figure 26). Figure 26. (IIND) Peak-to-Peak Inductor Ripple Current (as a Percentage of the Load Current) versus Load Current By allowing the percentage of inductor ripple current to increase for low load currents, the inductor value and size can be kept relatively low. When operating in the continuous mode, the inductor current waveform ranges from a triangular to a sawtooth type of waveform (depending on the input voltage), with the average value of this current waveform equal to the DC output load current. Inductors are available in different styles such as pot core, toroid, E-core, bobbin core, and so forth, as well as different core materials, such as ferrites and powdered iron. The least expensive, the bobbin, rod or stick core, consists of wire wrapped on a ferrite bobbin. This type of construction makes for a inexpensive inductor; however, because the magnetic flux is not completely contained within the core, it generates more ElectroMagnetic Interference (EMl). This magnetic flux can induce voltages into nearby printed-circuit traces, thus causing problems with both the switching regulator operation and nearby sensitive circuitry, and can give incorrect scope readings because of induced voltages in the scope probe (see Open Core Inductors). 18 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 The inductors listed in the selection chart include ferrite E-core construction for Schott ferrite bobbin core for Renco and Coilcraft, and powdered iron toroid for Pulse Engineering. Exceeding the maximum current rating of the inductor can cause the inductor to overheat because of the copper wire losses, or the core can saturate. If the inductor begins to saturate, the inductance decreases rapidly and the inductor begins to look mainly resistive (the DC resistance of the winding). This can cause the switch current to rise very rapidly and force the switch into a cycle-by-cycle current limit, thus reducing the DC output load current. This can also result in overheating of the inductor and the LM2594. Different inductor types have different saturation characteristics, and this must be kept in mind when selecting an inductor. The inductor manufacturers data sheets include current and energy limits to avoid inductor saturation. For continuous mode operation, see the inductor selection graphs in Figure 27 through Figure 30. Figure 27. LM2594xx 3.3-V Figure 28. LM2594xx 5-V Figure 29. LM2594xx 12-V Figure 30. LM2594xx Adjustable Voltage Table 3. Inductor Manufacturers Part Numbers INDUCTANCE (H) CURRENT (A) L1 220 L2 150 L3 SCHOTTKY RENCO PULSE ENGINEERING COILCRAFT THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT SURFACE MOUNT 0.18 67143910 67144280 RL-5470-3 RL1500-220 PE-53801 PE-53801-S DO1608-224 0.21 67143920 67144290 RL-5470-4 RL1500-150 PE-53802 PE-53802-S DO1608-154 100 0.26 67143930 67144300 RL-5470-5 RL1500-100 PE-53803 PE-53803-S DO1608-104 L4 68 0.32 67143940 67144310 RL-1284-68 RL1500-68 PE-53804 PE-53804-S DO1608-68 L5 47 0.37 67148310 67148420 RL-1284-47 RL1500-47 PE-53805 PE-53805-S DO1608-473 L6 33 0.44 67148320 67148430 RL-1284-33 RL1500-33 PE-53806 PE-53806-S DO1608-333 L7 22 0.60 67148330 67148440 RL-1284-22 RL1500-22 PE-53807 PE-53807-S DO1608-223 Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 19 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Table 3. Inductor Manufacturers Part Numbers (continued) INDUCTANCE (H) CURRENT (A) L8 330 L9 220 L10 SCHOTTKY RENCO PULSE ENGINEERING COILCRAFT THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT SURFACE MOUNT 0.26 67143950 67144320 RL-5470-2 RL1500-330 PE-53808 PE-53808-S DO3308-334 0.32 67143960 67144330 RL-5470-3 RL1500-220 PE-53809 PE-53809-S DO3308-224 150 0.39 67143970 67144340 RL-5470-4 RL1500-150 PE-53810 PE-53810-S DO3308-154 L11 100 0.48 67143980 67144350 RL-5470-5 RL1500-100 PE-53811 PE-53811-S DO3308-104 L12 68 0.58 67143990 67144360 RL-5470-6 RL1500-68 PE-53812 PE-53812-S DO1608-683 L13 47 0.70 67144000 67144380 RL-5470-7 RL1500-47 PE-53813 PE-53813-S DO3308-473 L14 33 0.83 67148340 67148450 RL-1284-33 RL1500-33 PE-53814 PE-53814-S DO1608-333 L15 22 0.99 67148350 67148460 RL-1284-22 RL1500-22 PE-53815 PE-53815-S DO1608-223 L16 15 1.24 67148360 67148470 RL-1284-15 RL1500-15 PE-53816 PE-53816-S DO1608-153 L17 330 0.42 67144030 67144410 RL-5471-1 RL1500-330 PE-53817 PE-53817-S DO3316-334 L18 220 0.55 67144040 67144420 RL-5471-2 RL1500-220 PE-53818 PE-53818-S DO3316-224 L19 150 0.66 67144050 67144430 RL-5471-3 RL1500-150 PE-53819 PE-53819-S DO3316-154 L20 100 0.82 67144060 67144440 RL-5471-4 RL1500-100 PE-53820 PE-53820-S DO3316-104 L21 68 0.99 67144070 67144450 RL-5471-5 RL1500-68 PE-53821 PE-53821-S DDO3316-683 L26 330 0.80 67144100 67144480 RL-5471-1 -- PE-53826 PE-53826-S -- L27 220 1.00 67144110 67144490 RL-5471-2 -- PE-53827 PE-53827-S -- 9.1.5 Output Voltage Ripple and Transients The output voltage of a switching power supply operating in the continuous mode contains a sawtooth ripple voltage at the switcher frequency, and can also contain short voltage spikes at the peaks of the sawtooth waveform. The output ripple voltage is a function of the inductor sawtooth ripple current and the ESR of the output capacitor. A typical output ripple voltage can range from approximately 0.5% to 3% of the output voltage. To obtain low ripple voltage, the ESR of the output capacitor must be low; however, caution must be exercised when using extremely low ESR capacitors because they can affect the loop stability, resulting in oscillation problems. If very low output ripple voltage is needed (less than 15 mV), TI recommends a post ripple filter (see Figure 35). The inductance required is typically between 1 H and 5 H, with low DC resistance, to maintain good load regulation. A low ESR output filter capacitor is also required to assure good dynamic load response and ripple reduction. The ESR of this capacitor can be as low as desired, because it is out of the regulator feedback loop. Figure 22 shows a typical output ripple voltage, with and without a post ripple filter. When observing output ripple with a scope, it is essential that a short, low inductance scope probe ground connection be used. Most scope probe manufacturers provide a special probe terminator which is soldered onto the regulator board, preferably at the output capacitor. This provides a very short scope ground, thus eliminating the problems associated with the three-inch ground lead normally provided with the probe, and provides a much cleaner and more accurate picture of the ripple voltage waveform. The voltage spikes are caused by the fast switching action of the output switch and the diode, the parasitic inductance of the output filter capacitor, and its associated wiring. To minimize these voltage spikes, the output capacitor must be designed for switching regulator applications, and the lead lengths must be kept very short. Wiring inductance, stray capacitance, as well as the scope probe used to evaluate these transients, all contribute to the amplitude of these spikes. When a switching regulator is operating in the continuous mode, the inductor current waveform ranges from a triangular to a sawtooth type of waveform (depending on the input voltage). For a given input and output voltage, the peak-to-peak amplitude of this inductor current waveform remains constant. As the load current increases or decreases, the entire sawtooth current waveform also rises and falls. The average value (or the center) of this current waveform is equal to the DC load current. If the load current drops to a low enough level, the bottom of the sawtooth current waveform reaches zero, and the switcher smoothly changes from a continuous to a discontinuous mode of operation. Most switcher designs (regardless how large the inductor value is) is forced to run discontinuous if the output is lightly loaded. This is a perfectly acceptable mode of operation. 20 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Figure 31. Peak-to-Peak Inductor Ripple Current vs Load Current In a switching regulator design, knowing the value of the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current (IIND) can be useful for determining a number of other circuit parameters. Parameters such as, peak inductor or peak switch current, minimum load current before the circuit becomes discontinuous, output ripple voltage and output capacitor ESR can all be calculated from the peak-to-peak IIND. When the inductor nomographs shown in Figure 27 through Figure 30 are used to select an inductor value, the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current can immediately be determined. Figure 31 shows the range of (IIND) that can be expected for different load currents. Figure 31 also shows how the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current (IIND) changes as the designer goes from the lower border to the upper border (for a given load current) within an inductance region. The upper border represents a higher input voltage, while the lower border represents a lower input voltage (see Inductor Selection). These curves are only correct for continuous mode operation, and only if the inductor selection guides are used to select the inductor value. Consider the following example: VOUT = 5 V, maximum load current of 300 mA VIN = 15 V, nominal, varying between 11 V and 20 V The selection guide in Figure 28 shows that the vertical line for a 0.3-A load current and the horizontal line for the 15-V input voltage intersect approximately midway between the upper and lower borders of the 150-H inductance region. A 150-H inductor allows a peak-to-peak inductor current (IIND) to flow a percentage of the maximum load current. Referring to Figure 31, follow the 0.3-A line approximately midway into the inductance region, and read the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current (IIND) on the left hand axis (approximately 150 mAp-p). As the input voltage increases to 20 V, it approaches the upper border of the inductance region, and the inductor ripple current increases. Figure 31 shows that for a load current of 0.3 A, the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current (IIND) is 150 mA with 15V in, and can range from 175 mA at the upper border (20 V in) to 120 mA at the lower border (11 V in). Once the IIND value is known, the following formulas can be used to calculate additional information about the switching regulator circuit. 1. Peak Inductor or peak switch current 2. Minimum load current before the circuit becomes discontinuous 3. Output Ripple Voltage - = (IIND) x (ESR of COUT) - = 0.150 A x 0.240 = 36 mVp-p - or Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 21 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com 4. ESR of COUT 9.1.6 Open Core Inductors Another possible source of increased output ripple voltage or unstable operation is from an open core inductor. Ferrite bobbin or stick inductors have magnetic lines of flux flowing through the air from one end of the bobbin to the other end. These magnetic lines of flux induces a voltage into any wire or PCB copper trace that comes within the inductor's magnetic field. The strength of the magnetic field, the orientation and location of the PC copper trace to the magnetic field, and the distance between the copper trace and the inductor, determine the amount of voltage generated in the copper trace. Another way of looking at this inductive coupling is to consider the PCB copper trace as one turn of a transformer (secondary) with the inductor winding as the primary. Many millivolts can be generated in a copper trace located near an open core inductor which can cause stability problems or high output ripple voltage problems. If unstable operation is seen, and an open core inductor is used, it is possible that the location of the inductor with respect to other PC traces may be the problem. To determine if this is the problem, temporarily raise the inductor away from the board by several inches and then check circuit operation. If the circuit now operates correctly, then the magnetic flux from the open core inductor is causing the problem. Substituting a closed core inductor such as a torroid or E-core corrects the problem, or re-arranging the PC layout may be necessary. Magnetic flux cutting the IC device ground trace, feedback trace, or the positive or negative traces of the output capacitor must be minimized. Sometimes, locating a trace directly beneath a bobbin inductor provides good results, provided it is exactly in the center of the inductor (because the induced voltages cancel themselves out), but if it is off center one direction or the other, then problems could arise. If flux problems are present, even the direction of the inductor winding can make a difference in some circuits. This discussion on open core inductors is not to frighten the user, but to alert the user on what kind of problems to watch out for when using them. Open core bobbin or stick inductors are an inexpensive, simple way of making a compact efficient inductor, and they are used by the millions in many different applications. 9.2 Typical Applications 9.2.1 Series Buck Regulator (Fixed Output) Select components with higher voltage ratings for designs using the LM2594HV with an input voltage between 40 V and 60 V. Copyright (c) 2016, Texas Instruments Incorporated CIN -- 68-F, 35-V, Aluminum Electrolytic Nichicon "PL Series" COUT -- 120-F, 25-V Aluminum Electrolytic, Nichicon "PL Series" D1 -- 1-A, 40-V Schottky Rectifier, 1N5819 L1 -- 100-H, L20 Figure 32. Fixed Output Voltage Versions 22 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Typical Applications (continued) 9.2.1.1 Design Requirements Table 4 lists the design parameters of this example. Table 4. Design Parameters PARAMETER EXAMPLE VALUE Regulated output voltage (3.3-V, 5-V or 12-V), VOUT 5V Maximum DC input voltage, VIN(max) 12 V Maximum load current, ILOAD(max) 0.4 A 9.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure 9.2.1.2.1 Inductor Selection (L1) 1. Select the correct inductor value selection guide from Figure 27, Figure 28, or Figure 29 (output voltages of 3.3 V, 5 V, or 12 V, respectively). For all other voltages, see Detailed Design Procedure for the adjustable version. Use the inductor selection guide for the 5-V version shown in Figure 28. 2. From the inductor value selection guide, identify the inductance region intersected by the maximum input voltage line and the maximum load current line. Each region is identified by an inductance value and an inductor code (LXX). From the inductor value selection guide shown in Figure 28, the inductance region intersected by the 12-V horizontal line and the 0.4-A vertical line is 100 H, and the inductor code is L20. 3. Select an appropriate inductor from the four manufacturer's part numbers listed in Table 3. The inductance value required is 100 H. See row L20 of Table 3 and choose an inductor part number from any of the four manufacturers shown. (In most instance, both through-hole and surface-mount inductors are available.) 9.2.1.2.2 Output Capacitor Selection (COUT) 1. In the majority of applications, low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) electrolytic capacitors between 82 F and 220 F and low-ESR, solid tantalum capacitors between 15 F and 100 F provide the best results. This capacitor must be located close to the IC using short capacitor leads and short copper traces. Do not use capacitors larger than 220 F. For additional information, see Output Capacitor (COUT). 2. To simplify the capacitor selection procedure, see Figure 30 for quick design component selection. This table contains different input voltages, output voltages, and load currents, and lists various inductors and output capacitors that provides the best design solutions. From Figure 30, locate the 5-V output voltage section. In the load current column, choose the load current line that is closest to the current required for the application; for this example, use the 0.5-A line. In the maximum input voltage column, select the line that covers the input voltage required for the application; in this example, use the 15-V line. The rest of this line shows the recommended inductors and capacitors that provides the best overall performance. The capacitor list contains both through hole electrolytic and surface mount tantalum capacitors from four different capacitor manufacturers. TI recommends using both the manufacturers and the manufacturer's series that are listed in Table 5. In this example, aluminum electrolytic capacitors from several different manufacturers are available with the range of ESR numbers needed: 120-F, 2-5V Panasonic HFQ Series 120-F, 2-5V Nichicon PL Series 3. The capacitor voltage rating for electrolytic capacitors must be at least 1.5 times greater than the output voltage, and often require much higher voltage ratings to satisfy the low ESR requirements for low output ripple voltage. Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 23 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com For a 5-V output, a capacitor voltage rating at least 7.5 V or more is required. But, in this example, even a low ESR, switching grade, 120-F, 10-V aluminum electrolytic capacitor would exhibit approximately 400 m of ESR (see Figure 24 for the ESR vs voltage rating). This amount of ESR would result in relatively high output ripple voltage. To reduce the ripple to 1% of the output voltage, or less, a capacitor with a higher voltage rating (lower ESR) must be selected. A 16-V or 25-V capacitor reduces the ripple voltage by approximately half. 9.2.1.2.3 Catch Diode Selection (D1) 1. The catch diode current rating must be at least 1.3 times greater than the maximum load current. Also, if the power supply design must withstand a continuous output short, the diode must have a current rating equal to the maximum current limit of the LM2594. The most stressful condition for this diode is an overload or shorted output condition. See Table 2. In this example, a 1-A, 20-V, 1N5817 Schottky diode provides the best performance, and will not be overstressed even for a shorted output. 2. The reverse voltage rating of the diode must be at least 1.25 times the maximum input voltage. 3. This diode must be fast (short reverse recovery time) and must be located close to the LM2594 using short leads and short printed circuit traces. Because of their fast switching speed and low forward voltage drop, Schottky diodes provide the best performance and efficiency, and must be the first choice, especially in low output voltage applications. Ultra-fast recovery, or high-efficiency rectifiers also provide good results. Ultrafast recovery diodes typically have reverse recovery times of 50 ns or less. Rectifiers such as the 1N4001 must not be used because they are too slow. 9.2.1.2.4 Input Capacitor (CIN) A low ESR aluminum or tantalum bypass capacitor is needed between the input pin and ground to prevent large voltage transients from appearing at the input. In addition, the RMS current rating of the input capacitor must be selected to be at least 1/2 the DC load current. The capacitor manufacturers data sheet must be checked to assure that this current rating is not exceeded. Figure 23 shows typical RMS current ratings for several different aluminum electrolytic capacitor values. This capacitor must be located close to the IC using short leads and the voltage rating must be approximately 1.5 times the maximum input voltage. If solid tantalum input capacitors are used, TI recommends that they be surge current tested by the manufacturer. Use caution when using ceramic capacitors for input bypassing, because it may cause severe ringing at the VIN pin. The important parameters for the Input capacitor are the input voltage rating and the RMS current rating. With a nominal input voltage of 12 V, an aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a voltage rating greater than 18 V (1.5 x VIN) is necessary. The next higher capacitor voltage rating is 25 V. The RMS current rating requirement for the input capacitor in a buck regulator is approximately 1/2 the DC load current. In this example, with a 400-mA load, a capacitor with a RMS current rating of at least 200 mA is needed. Figure 23 can be used to select an appropriate input capacitor. From the curves, locate the 25-V line and note which capacitor values have RMS current ratings greater than 200 mA. Either a 47-F or 68-F, 25-V capacitor can be used. For a through hole design, a 68-F, 25-V electrolytic capacitor (Panasonic HFQ series or Nichicon PL series or equivalent) would be adequate. Other types or other manufacturers' capacitors can be used provided the RMS ripple current ratings are adequate. For surface-mount designs, solid tantalum capacitors are recommended. The TPS series available from AVX, and the 593D series from Sprague are both surge current tested. For additional information, see Input Capacitor (CIN). 24 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Table 5. LM2594xx Fixed Voltage Quick Design Component Selection Table CONDITIONS OUTPUT LOAD VOLTAGE CURRENT (V) (A) 0.5 3.3 0.2 0.5 5 0.2 0.5 12 0.2 OUTPUT CAPACITOR INDUCTOR THROUGH HOLE SURFACE MOUNT MAX INPUT VOLTAGE (V) INDUCTANCE (H) INDUCTOR (#) PANASONIC HFQ SERIES (F/V) NICHICON PL SERIES (F/V) AVX TPS SERIES (F/V) SPRAGUE 595D SERIES (F/V) 5 33 L14 220/16 220/16 100/16 100/6.3 7 47 L13 120/25 120/25 100/16 100/6.3 10 68 L21 120/25 120/25 100/16 100/6.3 40 100 L20 120/35 120/35 100/16 100/6.3 6 68 L4 120/25 120/25 100/16 100/6.3 10 150 L10 120/16 120/16 100/16 100/6.3 40 220 L9 120/16 120/16 100/16 100/6.3 8 47 L13 180/16 180/16 100/16 33/25 10 68 L21 180/16 180/16 100/16 33/25 15 100 L20 120/25 120/25 100/16 33/25 40 150 L19 120/25 120/25 100/16 33/25 9 150 L10 82/16 82/16 100/16 33/25 20 220 L9 120/16 120/16 100/16 33/25 40 330 L8 120/16 120/16 100/16 33/25 15 68 L21 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 18 150 L19 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 30 220 L27 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 40 330 L26 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 15 100 L11 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 20 220 L9 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 40 330 L17 82/25 82/25 100/16 15/25 9.2.1.3 Application Curves Discontinuous mode switching waveforms VIN = 20 V, VOUT = 5 V, ILOAD = 200 mA L = 33 H, COUT = 220 F, COUT ESR = 60 m A: Output pin voltage, 10 V/div. B: Inductor current, 0.2 A/div. C: Output ripple voltage, 20 mV/div. Figure 33. Horizontal Time Base: 2 s/div Load transient response for discontinuous mode VIN = 20 V, VOUT = 5 V, ILOAD = 100 mA to 200 mA L = 33 H, COUT = 220 F, COUT ESR = 60 m A: Output voltage, 50 mV/div. (AC) B: 100-mA to 200-mA load pulse Figure 34. Horizontal Time Base: 200 s/div Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 25 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com 9.2.2 Series Buck Regulator (Adjustable Output) Copyright (c) 2016, Texas Instruments Incorporated CIN -- 68-F, 35-V, Aluminum Electrolytic Nichicon "PL Series" COUT -- 120-F, 25-V Aluminum Electrolytic, Nichicon "PL Series" D1 -- 1-A, 40-V Schottky Rectifier, 1N5819 L1 -- 100-H, L20 R1 -- 1 k, 1% CFF -- See Feedforward Capacitor (CFF) Figure 35. Adjustable Output Voltage Version 9.2.2.1 Design Requirements Table 6 lists the design parameters of this example. Table 6. Design Parameter PARAMETER EXAMPLE VALUE Regulated output voltage, VOUT 20 V Maximum input voltage, VIN(max) 28 V Maximum load current, ILOAD(max) 0.5 A Switching frequency, F Fixed at a nominal 150 kHz 9.2.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure 9.2.2.2.1 Programming Output Voltage Selecting R1 and R2, as shown in Figure 35. Use Equation 1 to select the appropriate resistor values. (1) Select R1 to be 1 k, 1%. Solve for R2 using Equation 2. (2) Select a value for R1 between 240 and 1.5 k using Equation 3. The lower resistor values minimize noise pickup in the sensitive feedback pin. (For the lowest temperature coefficient and the best stability with time, use 1% metal film resistors.) 26 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 (3) R2 = 1 k (16.26 - 1) = 15.26 k, closest 1% value is 15.4 k R2 = 15.4 k 9.2.2.2.2 Inductor Selection (L1) 1. Calculate the inductor Volt microsecond constant E x T (V x s) with Equation 4. where * * VSAT = internal switch saturation voltage = 0.9 V VD = diode forward voltage drop = 0.5 V (4) 2. Calculate the inductor Volt * microsecond constant (E x T) with Equation 5. (5) 3. Use the E x T value from the previous formula and match it with the E x T number on the vertical axis of the Inductor Value Selection Guide shown in Figure 30. E x T = 35.2 (V x s) (6) 4. On the horizontal axis, select the maximum load current: ILOAD(max) = 0.5 A 5. Identify the inductance region intersected by the E x T value and the maximum load current value. Each region is identified by an inductance value and an inductor code (LXX). From the inductor value selection guide shown in Figure 30, the inductance region intersected by the 35 (V x s) horizontal line and the 0.5-A vertical line is 150 H, and the inductor code is L19. 6. Select an appropriate inductor from the four manufacturer's part numbers listed in Table 3. From Table 3, locate line L19, and select an inductor part number from the list of manufacturers' part numbers. 9.2.2.2.3 Output Capacitor Selection (COUT) 1. In the majority of applications, low ESR electrolytic or solid tantalum capacitors between 82 F and 220 F provide the best results. This capacitor must be located close to the IC using short capacitor leads and short copper traces. Do not use capacitors larger than 220 F. For additional information, see Output Capacitor (COUT). 2. To simplify the capacitor selection procedure, see Table 7 for a quick design guide. This table contains different output voltages, and lists various output capacitors that provides the best design solutions. From Table 7, locate the output voltage column. From that column, locate the output voltage closest to the output voltage in your application. In this example, select the 24-V line. Under Output Capacitor (COUT), select a capacitor from the list of through hole electrolytic or surface mount tantalum types from four different capacitor manufacturers. TI recommends that both the manufacturers and the manufacturers series that are listed in Table 7. In this example, through hole aluminum electrolytic capacitors from several different manufacturers are available. 82-F, 50-V Panasonic HFQ Series 120-F, 50-V Nichicon PL Series 3. The capacitor voltage rating must be at least 1.5 times greater than the output voltage, and often much higher voltage ratings are needed to satisfy the low ESR requirements needed for low output ripple voltage. For a 20-V output, a capacitor rating of at least 30-V or more is required. In this example, either a 35-V or 50-V capacitor would work. A 50-V rating was chosen because it has a lower ESR which provides a lower output ripple voltage. Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 27 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Other manufacturers or other types of capacitors may also be used, provided the capacitor specifications (especially the 100-kHz ESR) closely match the types listed in Table 7. Refer to the capacitor manufacturers data sheet for this information. 9.2.2.2.4 Feedforward Capacitor (CFF) For output voltages greater than approximately 10 V, an additional capacitor is required. The compensation capacitor is typically between 50 pF and 10 nF, and is wired in parallel with the output voltage setting resistor, R2. It provides additional stability for high output voltages, low input or output voltages, and very low ESR output capacitors, such as solid tantalum capacitors calculated with Equation 7. (7) This capacitor type can be ceramic, plastic, silver mica, and so forth (because of the unstable characteristics of ceramic capacitors made with Z5U material, they are not recommended). Table 7 contains feedforward capacitor values for various output voltages. In this example, a 1-nF capacitor is needed. 9.2.2.2.5 Catch Diode Selection (D1) 1. The catch diode current rating must be at least 1.3 times greater than the maximum load current. Also, if the power supply design must withstand a continuous output short, the diode must have a current rating equal to the maximum current limit of the LM2594. The most stressful condition for this diode is an overload or shorted output condition. See Table 2. Schottky diodes provide the best performance, and in this example a 1-A, 40-V, 1N5819 Schottky diode is a good choice. The 1-A diode rating is more than adequate and will not be overstressed even for a shorted output. 2. The reverse voltage rating of the diode must be at least 1.25 times the maximum input voltage. 3. This diode must be fast (short reverse recovery time) and must be placed close to the LM2594 using short leads and short printed circuit traces. Because of their fast switching speed and low forward voltage drop, Schottky diodes provide the best performance and efficiency, and must be the first choice, especially in low output voltage applications. Ultra-fast recovery or high-efficiency rectifiers are also good choices, but some types with an abrupt turnoff characteristic may cause instability or EMl problems. Ultra-fast recovery diodes typically have reverse recovery times of 50 ns or less. Rectifiers such as the 1N4001 series must not be used because they are too slow. 9.2.2.2.6 Input Capacitor (CIN) A low ESR aluminum or tantalum bypass capacitor is required between the input pin and ground to prevent large voltage transients from appearing at the input. In addition, the RMS current rating of the input capacitor must be selected to be at least 1/2 the DC load current. The capacitor manufacturers data sheet must be checked to assure that this current rating is not exceeded. Figure 23 shows typical RMS current ratings for several different aluminum electrolytic capacitor values. This capacitor must be located close to the IC using short leads and the voltage rating must be approximately 1.5 times the maximum input voltage. If solid tantalum input capacitors are used, TI recommends that they be surge current tested by the manufacturer. Use caution when using ceramic capacitors for input bypassing, because it may cause severe ringing at the VIN pin. The important parameters for the Input capacitor are the input voltage rating and the RMS current rating. With a nominal input voltage of 28 V, an aluminum electrolytic aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a voltage rating greater than 42 V (1.5 x VIN) is required. Because the next higher capacitor voltage rating is 50 V, a 50-V capacitor must be used. The capacitor voltage rating of (1.5 x VIN) is a conservative guideline, and can be modified somewhat if desired. The RMS current rating requirement for the input capacitor of a buck regulator is approximately 1/2 the DC load current. In this example, with a 400 mA load, a capacitor with a RMS current rating of at least 200 mA is needed. 28 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 Figure 23 shows curves that can be used to select an appropriate input capacitor. From the curves, locate the 50-V line and note which capacitor values have RMS current ratings greater than 200 mA. A 47-F, 50-V low ESR electrolytic capacitor is needed. For a through-hole design, a 47-F, 50-V electrolytic capacitor (Panasonic HFQ series or Nichicon PL series or equivalent) would be adequate. Other types or other manufacturers' capacitors can be used provided the RMS ripple current ratings are adequate. For surface mount designs, solid tantalum capacitors are recommended. The TPS series available from AVX, and the 593D series from Sprague are both surge current tested. For additional information, see Input Capacitor (CIN). Table 7. Output Capacitor and Feedforward Capacitor Selection Table OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) THROUGH-HOLE OUTPUT CAPACITOR PANASONIC HFQ SERIES (F/V) NICHICON PL SERIES (F/V) 1.2 220/25 4 180/25 6 9 SURFACE-MOUNT OUTPUT CAPACITOR FEEDFORWARD CAPACITOR AVX TPS SERIES (F/V) SPRAGUE 595D SERIES (F/V) FEEDFORWARD CAPACITOR 220/25 0 220/10 220/10 0 180/25 4.7 nF 100/10 120/10 4.7 nF 82/25 82/25 4.7 nF 100/10 120/10 4.7 nF 82/25 82/25 3.3 nF 100/16 100/16 3.3 nF 12 82/25 82/25 2.2 nF 100/16 100/16 2.2 nF 15 82/25 82/25 1.5 nF 68/20 100/20 1.5 nF 24 82/50 120/50 1 nF 10/35 15/35 220 pF 28 82/50 120/50 820 pF 10/35 15/35 220 pF 9.2.2.3 Application Curves Continuous mode switching waveforms VIN = 20 V, VOUT = 5 V, ILOAD = 400 mA L = 100 H, COUT = 120 F, COUT ESR = 140 m A: Output pin voltage, 10 V/div. B: Inductor current, 0.2 A/div. C: Output ripple voltage, 20 mV/div. Figure 36. Horizontal Time Base: 2 s/div Load transient response for continuous mode VIN = 20 V, VOUT = 5 V, ILOAD = 200 mA to 500 mA L = 100 H, COUT = 120 F, COUT ESR = 140 m A: Output voltage, 50 mV/div. (AC) B: 200-mA to 500-mA load pulse Figure 37. Horizontal Time Base: 50 s/div 10 Power Supply Recommendations The LM2594 is designed to operate from an input voltage supply up to 45 V and 60 V (HV version). This input supply must be well regulated and able to withstand maximum input current and maintain a stable voltage. Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 29 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com 11 Layout 11.1 Layout Guidelines As in any switching regulator, layout is very important. Rapidly switching currents associated with wiring inductance can generate voltage transients which can cause problems. For minimal inductance and ground loops, the wires indicated by heavy lines must be wide printed circuit traces and must be kept as short as possible. For best results, external components must be placed as close to the switcher lC as possible using ground plane construction or single point grounding. If open core inductors are used, special care must be taken as to the location and positioning of this type of inductor. Allowing the inductor flux to intersect sensitive feedback, lC groundpath and COUT wiring can cause problems. When using the adjustable version, take special care regarding as to the location of the feedback resistors and the associated wiring. Physically place both resistors near the IC, and route the wiring away from the inductor, especially an open core type of inductor. 11.2 Layout Example CIN = 10-F, 35-V, Solid Tantalum AVX, TPS series COUT = 00-F, 10-V Solid Tantalum AVX, TPS series D1 = 1-A, 40-V Schottky Rectifier, surface mount L1 = 100-H, L20, Coilcraft DO33 Figure 38. Typical Surface-Mount PCB Layout, Fixed Output (2X Size) CIN = 10-F, 35-V, Solid Tantalum AVX, TPS series COUT = 100-F, 10-V Solid Tantalum AVX, TPS series D1 = 1-A, 40-V Schottky Rectifier, surface mount L1 = 100-H, L20, Coilcraft DO33 R1 = 1 k, 1% R2 = Use formula in Design Procedure CFF = See Table 7 Figure 39. Typical Surface-Mount PCB Layout, Adjustable Output (2X Size) 30 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 11.3 Thermal Considerations The LM2594xx is available in two packages: an 8-pin through-hole PDIP and an 8-pin surface-mount SOIC. Both packages are molded plastic with a copper lead frame. When the package is soldered to the printed-circuit board (PCB), the copper and the board are the heat sink for the LM2594 and the other heat producing components. For best thermal performance, wide copper traces must be used and all ground and unused pins must be soldered to generous amounts of PCB copper, such as a ground plane (one exception to this is the output (switch pin, which must not have large areas of copper). Large areas of copper provide the best transfer of heat (lower thermal resistance) to the surrounding air, and even double-sided or multilayer boards provide a better heat path to the surrounding air. Unless power levels are small, sockets are not recommended because of the added thermal resistance it adds and the resultant higher junction temperatures. Package thermal resistance and junction temperature rise numbers are all approximate, and there are many factors that affects the junction temperature. Some of these factors include board size, shape, thickness, position, location, and even board temperature. Other factors are trace width, printed-circuit copper area, copper thickness, single- or double-sided multilayer board, and the amount of solder on the board. The effectiveness of the PCB to dissipate heat also depends on the size, quantity, and spacing of other components on the board. Furthermore, some of these components such as the catch diode adds heat to the PCB and the heat can vary as the input voltage changes. For the inductor, depending on the physical size, type of core material, and the DC resistance, it could either act as a heat sink taking heat away from the board, or it could add heat to the board. Circuit Data for Temperature Rise Curve (8-Pin PDIP) Capacitors Through hole electrolytic Inductor Through hole, Schott, 100 H Diode Through hole, 1-A, 40-V, Schottky PCB 4 square inches single sided 2 oz. copper (0.0028) Figure 40. Junction Temperature Rise, 8-Pin PDIP Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV Submit Documentation Feedback 31 LM2594, LM2594HV SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 www.ti.com Thermal Considerations (continued) Circuit Data for Temperature Rise Curve (Surface Mount) Capacitors Surface mount tantalum, molded D size Inductor Surface mount, Coilcraft DO33, 100 H Diode Surface mount, 1-A, 40-V, Schottky PCB 4 square inches single sided 2 oz. copper (0.0028) Figure 41. Junction Temperature Rise, 8-Pin SOIC Figure 40 and Figure 41 show the LM2594 junction temperature rise above ambient temperature with a 500-mA load for various input and output voltages. This data was taken with the circuit operating as a buck switcher with all components mounted on a PCB to simulate the junction temperature under actual operating conditions. This curve is typical, and can be used for a quick check on the maximum junction temperature for various conditions, but keep in mind that there are many factors that can affect the junction temperature. 32 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright (c) 1999-2020, Texas Instruments Incorporated Product Folder Links: LM2594 LM2594HV LM2594, LM2594HV www.ti.com SNVS118E - DECEMBER 1999 - REVISED MAY 2020 12 Device and Documentation Support 12.1 Related Links The table below lists quick access links. Categories include technical documents, support and community resources, tools and software, and quick access to sample or buy. Table 8. Related Links PARTS PRODUCT FOLDER SAMPLE & BUY TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS TOOLS & SOFTWARE SUPPORT & COMMUNITY LM2594 Click here Click here Click here Click here Click here LM2594HV Click here Click here Click here Click here Click here 12.2 Support Resources TI E2ETM support forums are an engineer's go-to source for fast, verified answers and design help -- straight from the experts. Search existing answers or ask your own question to get the quick design help you need. Linked content is provided "AS IS" by the respective contributors. They do not constitute TI specifications and do not necessarily reflect TI's views; see TI's Terms of Use. 12.3 Trademarks E2E is a trademark of Texas Instruments. SIMPLE SWITCHER is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 12.4 Electrostatic Discharge Caution These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates. 12.5 Glossary SLYZ022 -- TI Glossary. This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions. 13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information The following pages include mechanical, packaging, and orderable information. This information is the most current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of this document. For browser-based versions of this data sheet, refer to the left-hand navigation. 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Addendum-Page 3 PACKAGE MATERIALS INFORMATION www.ti.com 7-May-2020 TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION *All dimensions are nominal Device Package Package Pins Type Drawing SPQ Reel Reel A0 Diameter Width (mm) (mm) W1 (mm) B0 (mm) K0 (mm) P1 (mm) W Pin1 (mm) Quadrant LM2594HVMX-12/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594HVMX-3.3/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594HVMX-5.0/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594HVMX-ADJ/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594MX-12/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594MX-3.3/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594MX-5.0/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 LM2594MX-ADJ/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1 Pack Materials-Page 1 PACKAGE MATERIALS INFORMATION www.ti.com 7-May-2020 *All dimensions are nominal Device Package Type Package Drawing Pins SPQ Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm) LM2594HVMX-12/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594HVMX-3.3/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594HVMX-5.0/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594HVMX-ADJ/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594MX-12/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594MX-3.3/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594MX-5.0/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 LM2594MX-ADJ/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0 Pack Materials-Page 2 PACKAGE OUTLINE D0008A SOIC - 1.75 mm max height SCALE 2.800 SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT C SEATING PLANE .228-.244 TYP [5.80-6.19] A .004 [0.1] C PIN 1 ID AREA 6X .050 [1.27] 8 1 2X .150 [3.81] .189-.197 [4.81-5.00] NOTE 3 4X (0 -15 ) 4 5 B 8X .012-.020 [0.31-0.51] .010 [0.25] C A B .150-.157 [3.81-3.98] NOTE 4 .069 MAX [1.75] .005-.010 TYP [0.13-0.25] 4X (0 -15 ) SEE DETAIL A .010 [0.25] .004-.010 [0.11-0.25] 0 -8 .016-.050 [0.41-1.27] DETAIL A (.041) [1.04] TYPICAL 4214825/C 02/2019 NOTES: 1. Linear dimensions are in inches [millimeters]. Dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Controlling dimensions are in inches. Dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5M. 2. This drawing is subject to change without notice. 3. This dimension does not include mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs. Mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs shall not exceed .006 [0.15] per side. 4. This dimension does not include interlead flash. 5. Reference JEDEC registration MS-012, variation AA. www.ti.com EXAMPLE BOARD LAYOUT D0008A SOIC - 1.75 mm max height SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT 8X (.061 ) [1.55] SYMM SEE DETAILS 1 8 8X (.024) [0.6] 6X (.050 ) [1.27] SYMM 5 4 (R.002 ) TYP [0.05] (.213) [5.4] LAND PATTERN EXAMPLE EXPOSED METAL SHOWN SCALE:8X METAL SOLDER MASK OPENING EXPOSED METAL .0028 MAX [0.07] ALL AROUND SOLDER MASK OPENING METAL UNDER SOLDER MASK EXPOSED METAL .0028 MIN [0.07] ALL AROUND SOLDER MASK DEFINED NON SOLDER MASK DEFINED SOLDER MASK DETAILS 4214825/C 02/2019 NOTES: (continued) 6. Publication IPC-7351 may have alternate designs. 7. Solder mask tolerances between and around signal pads can vary based on board fabrication site. www.ti.com EXAMPLE STENCIL DESIGN D0008A SOIC - 1.75 mm max height SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT 8X (.061 ) [1.55] SYMM 1 8 8X (.024) [0.6] 6X (.050 ) [1.27] SYMM 5 4 (R.002 ) TYP [0.05] (.213) [5.4] SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE BASED ON .005 INCH [0.125 MM] THICK STENCIL SCALE:8X 4214825/C 02/2019 NOTES: (continued) 8. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release. IPC-7525 may have alternate design recommendations. 9. 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