TMS320F28379D: F28379D Lauchpad

Hi,

The LaunchPad generally has a recommended operating range of 0°C to 85°C. While the C2000 device may be rated for higher not all other components used match this.

• Commercial Temperature Range: 0°C to 85°C
• Industrial Temperature Range: -40°C to 105°C
• Extended Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C (available for specific part numbers)

Pranoy Roy said:

Any suggestions to improve the thermal performance?

From a PCB / HW design perspective or other? Some suggestions below:

1. Add a heatsink to the processor - even a small heatsink can significantly improve thermal performance
2. Improve airflow around the board with fans or proper enclosure design
3. Reduce clock frequency during high-temperature operation to lower power consumption
4. Implement low-power modes when full processing power isn't required
5. Add thermal vias under the processor if designing a custom board
6. Use thermal interface material between the processor and any heatsink
7. Consider conformal coating for harsh environments (though this may slightly reduce thermal dissipation)
8. Optimize your code to reduce processing load and power consumption

Best,

Kevin