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TPS54160: TPS54160

Part Number: TPS54160

Hello,

I have problems with the switching frequency. For a switching frequency of 710 kHz, I use a 160K resistor at the RT pin. However, I only measure a frequency of about 350 kHz when I look at the ripple current. Furthermore, the voltage breaks down when I load the TPS54160 with about 100mA. I create a 24V from an input voltage of 30 to 50 VDC and would like to synchronize with 750kHz. Without Synchroninsation the power supply should clock with about 710 kHz. The synchronization does not work, although I have implemented the proposed circuit from the data sheet. I used an RC combination with 10pF and 4kohm parallel to the RT and used a 50ohm resistor to the ground. Nevertheless, I measure a frequency of 350kHz.

  • Hello Ayhan,

    I have checked your circuit including compensation and basic component values. Everything checks out except for the under voltage resistors. I recommend three easy first steps for debugging your board:

    1) Disconnect the synchronization circuit by removing the coupling capacitor.
    2) Set a lower UVL voltage. Try doubling the bottom resistor RenB or dividing RenT in half by soldering a second identical resistor over RenT.
    3) Also note that if FB is only 0.4 V to 0.6 V, the frequency that you are observing is expected, so check the voltage on the FB pin.

    Regards, Robert
  • Hello Ayhan,

    Do you have more questions and have you found out why your frequency is low?

    Regards, Robert