INNOVATION and EX C ELL E N C E
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High-Reliability, Wide-Input
12-15 Watt, DC/DC Converters
Triple Output
A-Series, TWR Models
Features
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Low cost! Highly Reliable!
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Output voltages: +5V/±12V or +5V/±15V
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Ultra-wide, 18-72V, input voltage ranges
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Small, 2" x 2" x 0.45" packages
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Guaranteed efficiencies to 80%
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Fully isolated, 1500Vdc guaranteed
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–40 to +100°C operating temperature
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Proven SMT-on-pcb construction
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Shielded (5-side) metal cases with
insulated baseplates
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Designed to meet UL 1950 and EN60950
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Qual Tested; HALT tested; EMC tested
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Modifications and customs for OEM's
Figure 1. Simplified Schematic
Featuring DATEL’s ultra-wide, 18-72V, input voltage range, this new Family of
A-Series, TWR (triple-output) DC/DC converters deliver up to 15 Watts. These
devices each have a primary +5V output that can source from 1 Amp to 1.8 Amps
(model dependent) and auxiliary ±12/15V outputs that can source from ±150 to
±250mA (model dependent). All models can simultaneously source maximum rated
current from both primary and auxiliary outputs. The nominal input voltage for each
model is 48V.
As members of DATEL’s new A-Series, the 12-15W triples exhibit both low cost
and outstanding long-term reliability. Their design combines straightforward circuit
topologies, proven SMT-on-pcb construction methods, the newest components, and
highly repeatable automatic-assembly techniques. The A-Series TWR’s superior
durability is substantiated by a rigorous in-house qualification program that includes
HALT (Highly-Accelerated Life Testing), which is designed to detect any potential
electrical, mechanical or process weakness.
Packaged in standard, 2" x 2" x 0.45", shielded metal cases with non-conductive
coatings, these fully isolated (1000Vdc minimum) DC/DC’s offer excellent line and load
regulation. Additionally, these A-Series triples have non-latching output current
limiting, input overvoltage shutdown, input reverse-polarity protection, and output
overvoltage clamping to protect both the power converters and their loads. All
A-Series TWR models are fully EMI characterized and designed to meet UL1950,
IEC 950, CSA 950 and EN60950.
OPTO
FEEDBACK
+5V
–12V (–15V)
ERROR
AMPLIFIER
PWM
CONTROLLER
+V
IN
–
V
IN
+12V (+15V)
COMMON
ON/OFF
CONTROL
DATEL, Inc., Mansfield, MA 02048 (USA)
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Tel: (508)339-3000, (800)233-2765 Fax: (508)339-6356
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Email: sales@datel.com
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Internet: www.datel.com
A - S E R I E S
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A Series
A Series
A Series
A Series
A Series
Performance Specifications and Ordering Guide
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Note:
The case is connected to pin 1 (+V
IN
).
Function P8
+Input
–Input
No Pin
No Pin
+12V/15V Out
+5V Out
Common
–12V/15V Out
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
I/O Connections
BOTTOM VIEW
1.800
(45.72)
0.10
(2.54)
2.00
(50.80)
8
5
6
7
0.40
(10.16)
0.200
(5.08)
0.400
(10.16)
0.100
(2.54)
1
2
4
METAL CASE
INSULATED BASE
0.040 ±0.002 DIA.
(1.016 ±0.051)
2.00
(50.80)
0.20 MIN
(5.08)
0.45
(11.43)
1.200
(30.48)
3 EQ. SP. @
0.400 (10.16)
Typical @ T
A
= +25°C under nominal line voltage and full-load conditions unless otherwise noted.
Ripple/Noise (R/N) measured over a 20MHz bandwidth.
For the +5V output, listed spec applies over the 10% to 100% load range. For the ±12V and ±15V outputs, listed spec applies for balanced loads over the 20% to 100% load range.
Nominal line voltage, no-load/full-load conditions.
TWR-5/1200-12/250-D48A
TWR-5/1500-12/250-D48A
TWR-5/1800-12/200-D48A
TWR-5/1000-15/250-D48A
TWR-5/1500-15/250-D48A
TWR-5/1800-15/150-D48A
+5
±12
+5
±12
+5
±12
+5
±15
+5
±15
+5
±15
I
OUT
(mA)
R/N (mVp-p)
Load
V
OUT
(Volts)
Output
Package
(Case,
Pinout)
Efficiency
Regulation (Max.)
Line
V
IN
Nom.
(Volts)
Range
(Volts)
Model
Input
I
IN
(mA)
Max.
Typ.
Typ.
Min.
18-72
18-72
18-72
18-72
18-72
18-72
50/340
50/388
50/391
50/354
50/425
50/378
79%
78%
79%
79%
79%
80%
C4, P8
C4, P8
C4, P8
C4, P8
C4, P8
C4, P8
1200
±250
1500
±250
1800
±200
1000
±250
1500
±250
1800
±150
100
175
100
175
100
175
100
175
100
175
100
175
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±1.0%
±5.0%
±2.0%
±5.0%
±2.0%
±5.0%
±2.0%
±5.0%
Output
Configuration:
T = Triple
Nominal Auxiliary Output
Voltages (±12 or ±15 Volts)
Wide Range Input
Maximum Primary Output
Current in mA
Maximum Auxiliary Output
Currents in mA from each output
Input Voltage Range:
D48 = 18-72 Volts
(48V nominal)
Nominal Primary Output
Voltage (+5 Volts)
5
T WR
1000 15 250
-
/
-
/
D48 A
-
A-Series
High Reliability
50
75
50
75
50
75
50
75
50
75
50
75
48
48
48
48
48
48
81%
79%
81%
80%
81%
81%
O
u
tp
u
t P
o
w
e
r (W
a
tts
)
Ambient Temperature (°C)
–40 0 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
P A R T N U M B E R S T R U C T U R E
T E M P E R A T U R E D E R A T I N G
M E C H A N I C A L S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Case C4
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TWR Models
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Performance/Functional Specifications
Typical @ T
A
= +25°C under nominal line voltage and full-load conditions, unless noted.
Filtering and Noise Reduction
All TWR A-Series 12-15 Watt DC/DC Converters achieve their rated ripple and
noise specifications without the use of external input/output capacitors. In
critical applications, input/output ripple and noise may be further reduced by
installing electrolytic capacitors across the input terminals and/or low-ESR
tantalum or electrolytic capacitors across the output terminals. Output
capacitors should be connected between their respective output pin (pin 5, 6 or
8) and Common (pin 7) as shown in Figure 2. The caps should be located as
close to the power converters as possible. Typical values are listed below. In
many applications, using values greater than those listed will yield better
results.
To Reduce Input Ripple
10µF, 100V
To Reduce Output Ripple
+5V Output
47µF, 10V, Low ESR
±12/15V Outputs
22µF, 20V, Low ESR
In critical, space-sensitive applications, DATEL may be able to tailor the
internal input/output filtering of these units to meet your specific requirements.
Contact our Applications Engineering Group for additional details.
These power converters require a minimum 10% loading on their primary output and a
minimum 20% loading on their auxiliary outputs to maintain specified regulation. Operation
under no-load conditions will not damage these devices; however they may not meet all
listed specifications.
Application-specific internal input/output filtering can be recommended and perhaps added
internally upon request. Contact DATEL Applications Engineering for details.
Devices can be screened or modified for higher guaranteed isolation voltages.
Contact DATEL Applications Engineering for details.
Input
Input Voltage Range
18-72 Volts (48V nominal)
Input Current
See Ordering Guide
Input Filter Type
Pi
Reverse-Polarity Protection
Yes (Instantaneous, 6A maximum)
Output
V
OUT
Accuracy (50% loads):
+5V Output
±1%
±12V or ±15V Outputs
±3%
Temperature Coefficient
±0.02% per °C
Ripple/Noise (20MHz BW)
See Ordering Guide
Line/Load Regulation
See Ordering Guide
Efficiency
See Ordering Guide
Isolation Voltage
1500Vdc, minimum
Isolation Capacitance
680pF
Current Limiting
Auto-recovery
Overvoltage Protection
Zener/transorb clamps, magnetic feedback
Dynamic Characteristics
Transient Response (50% load step)
200µsec max. to ±2% of final value
Switching Frequency
165kHz (±15kHz)
Environmental
Operating Temperature (ambient):
Without Derating
–40 to +50-70°C (Model dependent)
With Derating
to +100°C (See Derating Curve)
Storage Temperature
–40 to +105°C
Physical
Dimensions
2" x 2" x 0.45" (51 x 51 x 11.4mm)
Shielding
5-sided
Case Connection
Pin 1 (+V
IN
)
Case Material
Corrosion resistant steel with
non-conductive, epoxy-based, black
enamel finish and plastic baseplate
Pin Material
Brass, solder coated
Weight
2.6 ounces (74 grams)
Input Voltage:
80 Volts
Input Reverse-Polarity Protection
Current must be <6A. Brief
duration only. Fusing recommended.
Output Overvoltage Protection
+5V Output
6.8 Volts, limited duration
±12V Outputs
±13 Volts, limited duration
±15V Outputs
±16 Volts, limited duration
Output Current
Current limited.
Max. current and
short-circuit duration are model
dependent
Storage Temperature
–40 to +105°C
Lead Temperature (soldering, 10 sec.)
+300°C
These are stress ratings. Exposure of devices to any of these conditions may adversely
affect long-term reliability. Proper operation under conditions other than those listed in the
Performance/Functional Specifications Table is not implied.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
T E C H N I C A L N O T E S
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If you’re designing with EMC in mind, please note that all of DATEL’s TWR
A-Series 12-15 Watt DC/DC Converters have been characterized for radiated
and conducted emissions in our new EMI/EMC laboratory. Testing is conducted
in an EMCO 5305 GTEM test cell utilizing EMCO automated EMC test
software. Radiated emissions are tested to the limits of FCC Part 15, Class B
and CISPR 22 (EN 55022), Class B. Correlation to other specifications can be
supplied upon request. Radiated emissions plots to FCC and CISPR 22 for
model TWR-5/1800-12/200-D48A appear below. Published EMC test reports
are available for each model number. Contact DATEL’s Applications Engineer-
ing Department for more details.
Input Fusing
Certain applications and/or safety agencies may require the installation of fuses
at the inputs of power conversion components. For DATEL A-Series TWR 12-
15 Watt DC/DC Converters, you should use slow-blow type fuses with values
no greater than 2A.
Figure 2. Using External Capacitors
to Reduce Input/Output Ripple/Noise
+INPUT
–INPUT
+12/15V
1
2
5
7
COMMON
6
C
IN
C
OUT
C
OUT
+
+
+
8
+
C
OUT
+5V
–12/15V
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
–10
–20
Frequency (MHz)
100
1000
FCC Class B Limit
TWR-5/1800-12/200-D48A Radiated Emissions
FCC Part 15 Class B, 3 Meters
Converter Output = +5Vdc @ 1.15A and ±12Vdc @ ±180mA
R
a
d
iated
E
m
is
si
on
s (dB
µ
V
/M
)
Radiated Emissions
TWR-5/1800-12/200-D48A Radiated Emissions
EN 55022 Class B, 10 Meters
Converter Output = +5Vdc @ 1.15A and ±12Vdc @ ±180mA
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
–10
–20
Frequency (MHz)
100
1000
Radiated Emissions
EN 55022 Class B Limit
R
a
d
iated
E
m
is
si
on
s (dB
µ
V
/M
)
E M I R A D I A T E D E M I S S I O N S
DATEL’s world-class design, development and manufacturing team stands
ready to work with you to deliver the exact power converter you need for your
demanding, large volume, OEM applications. And ... we’ll do it on time and
within budget!
Our experienced applications and design staffs; quick-turn prototype capability;
highly automated, SMT assembly facilities; and in-line SPC quality-control
techniques combine to give us the unique ability to design and deliver any
quantity of power converters to the highest standards of quality and reliability.
We have compiled a large library of DC/DC designs that are currently used in a
variety of telecom, medical, computer, railway, aerospace and industrial
applications. We may already have the converter you need.
Contact us. Our goal is to provide you the highest-quality, most cost-effective
power converters available.
C U S T O M C A P A B I L I T I E S
1 2 - 1 5 W , T R I P L E O U T P U T D C / D C C O N V E R T E R S
A Series
A Series
A Series
A Series
A Series
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DATEL makes no representation that the use of its products in the circuits described herein, or the use of other technical information contained herein, will not infringe upon existing or future patent rights. The descriptions contained herein
do not imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment constructed in accordance therewith. Specifications are subject to change without notice. The DATEL logo is a registered DATEL, Inc. trademark.
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Quality and Reliability
The A-Series are the first DC/DC Converters to emerge from DATEL’s new,
company-wide approach to designing and manufacturing the most reliable power
converters available. The five-pronged program draws our Quality Assurance
function into all aspects of new-product design, development, characterization,
qualification and manufacturing.
Design for Reliability
Design for Reliability is woven throughout our multi-phased, new-product-
development process. Design-for-reliability practices are fully documented and
begin early in the new-product development cycle with the following goals:
1. To work from an approved components/vendors list ensuring the use of
reliable components and the rigorous qualification of new components.
2. To design with safety margins by adhering to a strict set of derating
guidelines and performing theoretical worst-case analyses.
3. To locate potential design weaknesses early in the product-development
cycle by using extensive HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Testing).
4. To prove that early design improvements are effective by employing a
thorough FRACA (Failure Reporting Analysis and Corrective Action) system.
HALT Testing
The goal of the accelerated-stress techniques used by DATEL is to force device
maturity, in a short period of time, by exposing devices to excessive levels of
"every stimulus of potential value." We use HALT (Highly Accelerated Life
Testing) repeatedly during the design and early manufacturing phases to detect
potential electrical and mechanical design weaknesses
that could result in possible future field failures.
During HALT, prototype and pre-production DC/DC converters are subjected to
progressively higher stress levels induced by thermal cycling, rate of tempera-
ture change, vibration, power cycling, product-specific stresses (such as dc
voltage variation) and combined environments. The stresses are not meant to
simulate field environments but to expose any weaknesses in a product’s
electro/mechanical design and/or assembly processes. The goal of HALT is to
make products fail so that device weaknesses can be analyzed and strength-
ened as appropriate. Applied stresses are continually stepped up until products
eventually fail. After corrective actions and/or design changes, stresses are
stepped up again and the cycle is repeated until the "fundamental limit of the
technology" is determined.
DATEL has invested in a Qualmark OVS-1 HALT tester capable of applying
voltage and temperature extremes as well as 6-axis, linear and rotational,
random vibration. A typical HALT profile (shown above) consists of thermal
cycling (–55 to +125°C, 30°C/minute) and simultaneous, gradually increasing,
random longitudinal and rotational vibration up to 20G’s with load cycling and
applied-voltage extremes added as desired. Many devices in DATEL’s new A-
Series could not be made to fail prior to reaching either the limits of the HALT
chamber or some previously known physical limit of the device. We also use
the HALT chamber and its ability to rapidly cool devices to verify their "cold-
start" capabilities.
Qualification
For each new product, electrical performance is verified via a comprehensive
characterization process and long-term reliability is confirmed via a rigorous
qualification procedure. The qual procedure includes such strenuous tests as
thermal shock and 500 hour life. Qual testing is summarized below.
In-Line Process Controls and Screening
A combination of statistical sampling and 100% inspection techniques keeps
our assembly line under constant control. Parameters such as solder-paste
thickness, component placement, cleanliness, etc. are statistically sampled,
charted and fine tuned as necessary. Visual inspections are performed by
trained operators after pick-and-place, soldering and cleaning operations. Units
are 100% electrically tested prior to potting. All devices are temperature cycled,
burned-in, hi-pot tested and final-electrical tested prior to external visual
examination, packing and shipping.
Rapid Response to Problems
DATEL employs an outstanding corrective-action system to immediately
address any detected shortcomings in either products or processes. Whenever
our assembly, quality or engineering personnel spot a product/process problem,
or if a product is returned with a potential defect, we immediately perform a
detailed failure analysis and, if necessary, undertake corrective actions. Over
time, this system has helped refine our assembly operation to yield one of the
lowest product defect rates in the industry.
Typical HALT Profile
Qualification Test
Method/Comments
HALT
DATEL in-house procedure
High Temperature Storage
Max. rated temp., 1,000 hours
Thermal Shock
10 cycles, –55 to +125°C
Temperature/Humidity
+85°C, 85% humidity, 48 hours
Lead Integrity
DATEL in-house procedure
Life Test
+70°C, 500 hours*
Marking Permanency
DATEL in-house procedure
End Point Electrical Tests
Per product specification
Qualification Testing
* Interim electrical test at 200 hours.
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
40
20
0
Random
Vi
br
at
io
n (
G
's
)
Tem
p
er
at
ure (
°C
)
Test Time (minutes)
100
80
60
40
20
0
–20
–40
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DATEL S.A.R.L. Montigny Le Bretonneux, France Tel: 01-34-60-01-01
DATEL GmbH München, Germany Tel: 89-544334-0
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