Purpose
The RT6257A is a synchronous step-down converter with Advanced Constant On-Time (ACOT™) mode control. with the input voltage range from 4.5V to 18V and provides 6A output current. This document explains the function and use of the RT6257A evaluation board (EVB), and provides information to enable operation, modification of the evaluation board and circuit to suit individual requirements.
Introduction
General Product Information
The RT6257A is a high-efficiency, monolithic synchronous step-down DC-DC converter that can deliver up to 6A output current from a 4.5V to 18V input supply.The RT6257A adopts ACOT architecture to allow the transient response to be improved and keep in constant frequency. Cycle-by-cycle current limit provides protection against shorted outputs and soft-start eliminates input current surge during start-up. Fault conditions also include output under voltage protection and thermal shutdown.
Product Features
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4.5V to 18V Input Voltage Range
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6A Output Current
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Constant-On-Time Mode to Enables Fast Transient Response
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Low Output Ripple and Allows Ceramic Output Capacitor
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500kHz Switching Frequency
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High Efficient Internal Power MOSFET Switch Optimized for Lower Duty Cycle Applications
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Integrated 30mΩ/20mΩ
MOSFETs
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Adjustable Output Voltage from 0.6V to 5V
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Internal Soft-Start (1.5ms typ.)
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Built-In UVP/OTP
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Input Under-Voltage Lockout
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TSOT23-6 (FC) Packages
Key Performance Summary Table
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Key Features
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Evaluation Board Number : PCB074_V1
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Default Input Voltage
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12V
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Max Output Current
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6A
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Default Output Voltage
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5V
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Default Marking & Package Type
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RT6257AHGJ6F, TSOT-23-6 (FC)
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Operation Frequency
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Steady 500kHz at all loads
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Bench Test Setup Conditions
Headers Description and Placement
Carefully inspect all the components used in the EVB according to the following Bill of Materials table, and then make sure all the components are undamaged and correctly installed. If there is any missing or damaged component, which may occur during transportation, please contact our distributors or e-mail us at evb_service@richtek.com.
Test Points
The EVB is provided with the test points and pin names listed in the table below.
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Test point/
Pin name
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Signal
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Comment (expected waveforms or voltage levels on test points)
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FB
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Feedback Voltage Input
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This pin is used to set the desired output voltage via an external resistive divider. The feedback reference voltage is 0.6V typically.
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VIN
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Input Voltage
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Power input. Supplies the power switches of the device.
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GND
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Ground
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This is the power return for the IC.
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BOOT
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Bootstrap
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Bootstrap supply for high-side gate driver. Connect a 0.1µF ceramic capacitor from SW to BOOT to power the high-side switch.
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SW
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Switch Node
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Connect the output LC filter from SW to the output load.
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EN
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Enable Control Input
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Floating this pin or connecting this pin to logic high can enable the device and connecting this pin to GND can disable the device.
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Power-Up & Measurement Procedure
1. Apply a 12V nominal input power supply (4.5V < VIN < 18V) to the VIN and GND terminals.
2. Set the jumper at JP1 to connect terminals 2 and 3, connecting EN to VIN through resistor R30, to enable operation.
3. Verify the output voltage (approximately 5V) between VOUT and GND.
4. Connect an external load up to 6A to the VOUT and GND terminals and verify the output voltage and current.
Output Voltage Setting
Set the output voltage with the resistive divider (R1, R2) between VOUT and GND with the midpoint connected to FB. The output is set by the following formula :
VOUT = VFB x (1 + R1 / R2)
Schematic, Bill of Materials & Board Layout
EVB Schematic Diagram
Bill of Materials
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Reference
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Qty
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Part Number
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Description
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Package
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Manufacturer
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U1
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1
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RT6257AHGJ6F
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DC-DC Converter
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TSOT-23-6 (FC)
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RICHTEK
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C7, C9
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2
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C3216X5R1H106KT000N
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10µF/50V/X5R/1206
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C-1206
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TDK
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C8, C10, CB
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3
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C1608X7R1H104KT000N
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0.1µF/50V/X7R/0603
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C-0603
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TDK
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CFF
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1
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0603N470J500
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47pF/50V/X7R/0603
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C-0603
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WALSIN
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C11, C12
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2
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C3225X5R1E226MT
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22µF/25V/X5R/1210
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C-1210
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TDK
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C32
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1
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NC
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C-0603
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L1
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1
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74437368033
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3.3µH
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L-GSC104
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Wurth Electronics
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L2
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1
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NC
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L-8040
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R1
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1
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0603T-1-147K
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147k/0603
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R-0603
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旺詮
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R2
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1
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0603T-1-20K
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20k/0603
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R-0603
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旺詮
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Rt
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1
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0603 5K10 1%
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5k1/0603
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R-0603
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WALSIN
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R30
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1
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0603 100K 1%
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100k/0603
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R-0603
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R31
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1
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NC
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R-0603
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PCB Layout
Top View (1st layer)
PCB Layout—Inner Side (2nd Layer)
PCB Layout—Inner Side (3rd Layer)
Bottom View (4th Layer)