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Could you help check below the LM5176 schematic and any need to adjust ,Thanks
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Hi
Could you help check below the LM5176 schematic and any need to adjust ,Thanks
Hi Gareth,
Thanks for using the e2e forum.
I had a look the their schematic.
They are only using ceramic caps and input and output. To compensate for stronger load steps and reduce voltage ripple, they can consider adding electrolytic bulk capacitance.
They might also need to recalculate the compensation network, as I see very low phase margin in their current design.
For this, they can use our quickstart calculator:
https://www.ti.com/tool/download/SNVC208
Their inductor is rated for 26A. For worst case conditions (min Vin, max load), the inductor will likely fall into saturation.
Please consider an inductor with higher current capability.
Best regards,
Niklas
Hi Niklas
Hi Gareth,
1.I think the design calculator is OK. Maybe you should use 60V MOSFET for 36V input and 30V MOSFET for 12V output. And 60V for D58.
And where is SW1 and SW2 connected to?
2.I think the input cap and output cap are not large enough especially considering DC bias characters.
Typically, the input cap and output cap have more relation with the system requirements.
For the output cap, we should consider the output ripple voltage and load transient. Please refer to:
Basic Calculation of a Boost Converter's Power Stage
How to determine bandwidth from the transient-response measurement
Generally, we should use both low ESR ceramic capacitors and bulk capacitors for the output.
For the input cap, we should consider the input voltage ripple and the stability as part of the input filter. Please refer to
Basic Calculation of a Boost Converter's Power Stage
Input Filter Design for Switching Power Supplies
Generally, aluminum electrolytic capacitor is a good choice for input cap considering damping.
Best Regards,
Feng Ji