GE Data Sheet

EBVW020A0B Barracuda* Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Features
 Compliant to RoHS EU Directive 2011/65/EC (-Z versions)
 Compliant to REACH Directive (EC) No 1907/2006
 Compatible with reflow pin/paste soldering process
 High and flat efficiency profile – 95.4% at 12Vdc, 55% load to
90% output
 Wide Input voltage range: 36-75Vdc
 Delivers up to 20Adc output current
 Output Voltage adjust: 6.0Vdc to 13.2Vdc
 Tightly regulated output voltage
 Low output ripple and noise
 No reverse current during prebias start-up or shut-down
 Industry standard, DOSA compliant, Eight brick:
 58.4 mm x 22.8 mm x 11.3 mm
 (2.30 in x 0.90 in x 0.44 in)
 Constant switching frequency
Applications
 Positive Remote On/Off logic
 Distributed power architectures  Output over current/voltage protection
 Intermediate bus voltage applications  Over temperature protection
 Servers and storage applications  Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C)
 Networking equipment including Power over Ethernet  CAN/CSA† C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, 2nd Edition + A1:2011 (MOD),
(PoE) ANSI/UL#60950-1-2011, IEC 60950-1 (2nd edition); am1, and
 Fan assemblies other systems requiring a tightly VDE‡ (EN60950-1, 2nd Ed.) Licensed
regulated output voltage  CE mark 2006/96/EC directives§
 Meets the voltage and current requirements for ETSI 300-132-
Options 2 and complies with and licensed for Basic insulation rating
per EN60950-1
 Negative Remote On/Off logic (1=option code, factory
preferred)  2250 Vdc Isolation tested in compliance with IEEE 802.3¤ PoE
standards
 Auto-restart after fault shutdown (4=option code,
 ISO** 9001 and ISO14001 certified manufacturing facilities
factory preferred)
 Remote Sense and Output Voltage Trim (9=option code)
 Base plate option (-H=option code)
 Passive Droop Load Sharing (-P=option code)
Description
The EBVW020A0B series of dc-dc converters are a new generation of DC/DC power modules designed to support 9.6 -12Vdc
intermediate bus applications where multiple low voltages are subsequently generated using point of load (POL) converters, as
well as other application requiring a tightly regulated output voltage. The EBVW020A0B series operate from an input voltage
range of 36 to 75Vdc, and provide up to 20A output current at output voltages from 6.0Vdc to 12.0Vdc, and 240W output power
from output voltages of 12.1Vdc to 13.2Vdc in a DOSA standard eighth brick. The converter incorporates digital control,
synchronous rectification technology, and innovative packaging techniques to achieve efficiency reaching 95.4% peak at 12Vdc
output. This leads to lower power dissipations such that for many applications a heat sink is not required. Standard features
include on/off control, output overcurrent and over voltage protection, over temperature protection, input under and over
voltage lockout. Optional features include output voltage remote sense and trim from 6.0Vdc to 13.2Vdc, passive droop paralleling,
and base plate for heat sink or cold wall applications.
The output is fully isolated from the input, allowing versatile polarity configurations and grounding connections. Built-in filtering
for both input and output minimizes the need for external filtering.
* Trademark of General Electric Company
# UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
† CSA is a registered trademark of Canadian Standards Association.
‡ VDE is a trademark of Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker e.V.
§ This product is intended for integration into end-user equipment . All of the required procedures of end-use equipment should be followed.
¤ IEEE and 802 are registered trademarks of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Incorporated.
** ISO is a registered trademark of the International Organization of Standards.

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are absolute stress ratings
only, functional operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in excess of those given in the operations
sections of the Data Sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for extended periods can adversely affect device reliability.

Parameter Device Symbol Min Max Unit

Input Voltage*
Continuous VIN -0.3 75 Vdc
Operating transient ≤ 100mS 100 Vdc
Operating Input transient slew rate, 50VIN to 75VIN
(Output may exceed regulation limits, no protective - - 10 V/µs
shutdowns shall activate, CO=220μF to CO, max)
Non- operating continuous VIN 80 100 Vdc
Operating Ambient Temperature All TA -40 85 °C
(See Thermal Considerations section)
Storage Temperature All Tstg -55 125 °C
I/O Isolation Voltage (100% factory Hi-Pot tested) All   2250 Vdc
* Input over voltage protection will shutdown the output voltage, when the input voltage exceeds threshold level.

Electrical Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature conditions.
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Operating Input Voltage VIN 36 48 75 Vdc
Maximum Input Current
IIN,max - - 7 Adc
(VIN=0V to 75V, IO=IO, max)
Input No Load Current
All IIN,No load 50 mA
(VIN = VIN, nom, IO = 0, module enabled)
Input Stand-by Current
All IIN,stand-by 25 mA
(VIN = VIN, nom, module disabled)
External Input Capacitance All 100 - - μF

Inrush Transient All I2t - - 1 A2s

Input Terminal Ripple Current
(Measured at module input pin with maximum specified input
capacitance and ൏ 500uH inductance between voltage source All - 900 - mArms
and input capacitance CIN=220uF, 5Hz to 20MHz, VIN= 48V, IO=
IOmax)
Input Reflected Ripple Current, peak-to-peak
(5Hz to 20MHz, 12μH source impedance; VIN= 48V, IO= IOmax ; see All - 24 - mAp-p
Figure 12)
Input Ripple Rejection (120Hz) All - 50 - dB

CAUTION: This power module is not internally fused. An input line fuse must always be used.
This power module can be used in a wide variety of applications, ranging from simple standalone operation to an integrated part
of sophisticated power architecture. To preserve maximum flexibility, internal fusing is not included, however, to achieve maximum
safety and system protection, always use an input line fuse. The safety agencies require a fast-acting fuse with a maximum rating
of 15 A (see Safety Considerations section). Based on the information provided in this Data Sheet on inrush energy and maximum
dc input current, the same type of fuse with a lower rating can be used. Refer to the fuse manufacturer’s Data Sheet for further
information.

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Electrical Specifications (continued)

Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Output Voltage Set-point
All VO, set 11.97 12.00 12.03 Vdc
(VIN=VIN,nom, IO=10A, TA =25°C)
Output Voltage All w/o -P VO 11.76  12.24 Vdc
(Over all operating input voltage(40V to 75V), resistive load, and
temperature conditions until end of life) -P Option VO 11.63  12.37 Vdc
Output Voltage (VIN=36V, TA = 25ºC) All VO 10.8   Vdc
Output Regulation (VIN, min=40V)
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max) All w/o -P  0.2  % VO, set
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max) All w/o -P  0.2  % VO, set
Line (VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max) -P Option  0.5  % VO, set
Load (IO=IO, min to IO, max), Intentional Droop -P Option 0.50 Vdc
Temperature (TA = -40ºC to +85ºC) All  2  % VO, set
Output Ripple and Noise on nominal output
(VIN=VIN, nom and IO=IO, min to IO, max, tested with a 1.0 μF ceramic,
10 μF aluminum and 220μF polymer capacitor across the
load.)
RMS (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth) All  70  mVrms
Peak-to-Peak (5Hz to 20MHz bandwidth) All  200  mVpk-pk
External Output Capacitance All CO 220  10,000 μF
Output Current All Io 0 20 Adc
Output Current Limit Inception All IO, lim  23  Adc
Efficiency (VIN=VIN, nom, VO= VO,set, TA=25°C)
IO= 100% IO, max All η 95.2 %
IO= 55% - 90% IO, max All η 95.4 %
Switching Frequency (primary MOSFETs)
fsw 150 kHz
(Output Ripple 2X switching frequency)
Dynamic Load Response

(dIo/dt=1A/10s; Vin=Vin,nom; TA=25°C; tested with a 10 μF

ceramic and 1x 470μF polymer capacitor across the load.)

Load Change from Io= 50% to 75% of Io,max:

Vpk  750 
Peak Deviation All mVpk
ts __ 800 __
Settling Time (Vo<10% peak deviation) s
Load Change from Io= 75% to 50% of Io,max:

Peak Deviation Vpk __ 750 mVpk
__
Settling Time (Vo<10% peak deviation) ts __ 800 s

Isolation Specifications
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Isolation Capacitance Ciso  1000  pF
Isolation Resistance Riso 10   MΩ

General Specifications
Parameter Device Symbol Typ Unit
Calculated Reliability Based upon Telcordia SR-332 Issue 2: All MTBF 4,169,213 Hours
Method I, Case 1, (IO=80%IO, max, TA=40°C, Airflow = 200 lfm), 90% 109/Hour
confidence All FIT 239.9
s
Weight – Open Frame 29.5 (1.04) g (oz.)
Weight – with Baseplate option 39.0 (1.38) g (oz.)

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GE Data Sheet

EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Feature Specifications
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications apply over all operating input voltage, resistive load, and temperature conditions. See
Feature Descriptions for additional information.
Parameter Device Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Remote On/Off Signal Interface

(VIN=VIN, min to VIN, max , Signal referenced to VIN- terminal)

Negative Logic: device code suffix “1”
Logic Low = module On, Logic High = module Off
Positive Logic: No device code suffix required
Logic Low = module Off, Logic High = module On
Logic Low Specification
On/Off Thresholds:
Remote On/Off Current – Logic Low All Ion/off 280  310 μA
Logic Low Voltage All Von/off -0.3  0.8 Vdc
Logic High Voltage – (Typ = Open Collector) All Von/off 2.0  14.5 Vdc
Logic High maximum allowable leakage current
All Ion/off   10 μA
(Von/off = 2.0V)
Maximum voltage allowed on On/Off pin All Von/off   14.5 Vdc
Turn-on Delay and Rise Time (IO=IO, max)
Tdelay, Enable with
All w/o -P   160 ms
Vin
Tdelay=Time until VO = 10% of VO,set from either application of Vin Tdelay, Enable with
with Remote On/Off set to On (Enable with Vin); or operation of All w/o-P   40 ms
on/off
Remote On/Off from Off to On with Vin already applied for at Tdelay, Enable with
least 150 milli-seconds (Enable with on/off). w/ -P   180* ms
Vin
* Increased Tdelay due to startup for parallel modules. Tdelay, Enable with
w/ -P   40* ms
on/off

Trise=Time for VO to rise from 10% to 90% of VO,set, For CO All w/o -P Trise   40 ms
>5000uF, IO must be < 50% IO, max during Trise.
* Increased Trise when Vo exists at startup for parallel
modules. w/ -P Trise   300* ms

Load Sharing Current Balance

(difference in output current across all modules with outputs in -P Option Idiff 3 A
parallel, no load to full load)
Prebias Output Load Performance:
Back Bias current sunk by output during start-up All   50 mA
Back Bias current sunk by output during shut-down   50 mA
All w/ ”9”
Remote Sense Range VSense   0.5 Vdc
option
All w/ ”9”
Output Voltage Adjustment range VO, set 6.0 13.2 Vdc
option
Output Overvoltage Protection All VO,limit 14.5 17.0 Vdc
Overtemperature Protection
All Tref  140  °C
(See Feature Descriptions)
Input Undervoltage Lockout
Turn-on Threshold  35 36 Vdc
Turn-off Threshold 32 33.5  Vdc
Input Overvoltage Lockout
Turn-off Threshold  85 86 Vdc
Turn-on Threshold 76 79  Vdc

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Characteristic Curves
The following figures provide typical characteristics for the EBVW020A0B (12V, 20A) at 25ºC. The figures are identical for either
positive or negative Remote On/Off logic.

OUTPUT VOLTAGE On/Off VOLTAGE

VON/OFF (V) (2V/div)
INPUT CURRENT, Ii (A)

VO (V) (5V/div)
INPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V) TIME, t (20 ms/div)
Figure 1. Typical Input Characteristic at Room Figure 4. Typical Start-Up Using Remote On/Off with Vin
Temperature. applied, negative logic version shown.
OUTPUT CURRENT OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (500mV/div)
EFFCIENCY, η (%)

IO (A) (5A/div)

OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) TIME, t (1 ms/div)

Figure 2. Typical Converter Efficiency Vs. Output current at Figure 5. Typical Transient Response to Step change in Load
Room Temperature. from 25% to 50% to 25% of Full Load at 48 Vdc Input and
470uF Polymer.
VIN(V) (20V/div)

OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (500mV/div)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE INPUT VOLTAGE
VO (V) (5V/div)

OUTPUT CURRENT
IO (A) (5A/div)

TIME, t (40 ms/div) TIME, t (1 ms/div)

Figure 3. Typical Start-Up Using Vin with Remote On/Off Figure 6. Typical Transient Response to Step Change in Load
enabled, negative logic version shown. from 50% to 75% to 50% of Full Load at 48 Vdc Input and
470uF Polymer.

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Characteristic Curves (continued)

OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)

OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)

INPUT VOLTAGE, Vin (V) INPUT VOLTAGE, Vin (V)
Figure 7. Typical Output Voltage Regulation vs. Input Voltage Figure 10. Typical Output Voltage Regulation vs. Input
at Room Temperature. Voltage for the –P Version at Room Temperature.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)

OUTPUT VOLTAGE, VO (V)

OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A) OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)

Figure 8. Typical Output Voltage Regulation vs. Output Figure 11. Typical Output Voltage Regulation vs. Output
Current at Room Temperature. Current for the –P Version at Room Temperature.

36 Vin
OUTPUT VOLTAGE,
VO (V) (50mV/div)

48 Vin

75 Vin

TIME, t (2s/div)

Figure 9. Typical Output Ripple and Noise at Room

Temperature Io = Io,max and and COMin.

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Test Configurations Design Considerations

Input Source Impedance
The power module should be connected to a low ac-impedance
source. A highly inductive source impedance can affect the
stability of the power module. For the test configuration in
Figure 12, a 220μF electrolytic capacitor, Cin, (ESR<0.7 at
100kHz), mounted close to the power module helps ensure the
stability of the unit. If the module is subjected to rapid on/off
cycles, a 330μF input capacitor is required. Consult the factory
for further application guidelines.

Safety Considerations
Note: Measure input reflected-ripple current with a simulated
For safety-agency approval of the system in which the power
source inductance (LTEST) of 12 µH. Capacitor CS offsets module is used, the power module must be installed in
possible battery impedance. Measure current as shown above. compliance with the spacing and separation requirements of
Figure 12. Input Reflected Ripple Current Test Setup. the end-use safety agency standard, i.e., UL60950-1 2nd Ed.,
CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 2nd Ed., and VDE0805-1 EN60950-1 2nd
Ed.
If the input source is non-SELV (ELV or a hazardous voltage
greater than 60 Vdc and less than or equal to 75Vdc), for the
module’s output to be considered as meeting the requirements
for safety extra-low voltage (SELV), all of the following must be
true:
 The input source is to be provided with reinforced
insulation from any other hazardous voltages, including
the ac mains.
 One VIN pin and one VOUT pin are to be grounded, or both
the input and output pins are to be kept floating.
 The input pins of the module are not operator accessible.
Note: Use a 1.0 µF ceramic capacitor and a 10 µF aluminum or
tantalum capacitor. Scope measurement should be made  Another SELV reliability test is conducted on the whole
using a BNC socket. Position the load between
system (combination of supply source and subject
module), as required by the safety agencies, to verify that
51 mm and 76 mm (2 in. and 3 in.) from the module.
under a single fault, hazardous voltages do not appear at
the module’s output.
Figure 13. Output Ripple and Noise Test Setup.
Note: Do not ground either of the input pins of the module
without grounding one of the output pins. This may
CONTACT AND allow a non-SELV voltage to appear between the output
DISTRIBUTION LOSSES
pins and ground.
VI(+) VO1
The power module has safety extra-low voltage (SELV) outputs
II IO
when all inputs are SELV.
SUPPLY LOAD
The input to these units is to be provided with a maximum 15 A
fast-acting (or time-delay) fuse in the unearthed lead.
VI(–) VO2
CONTACT The power module has internally generated voltages exceeding
RESISTANCE safety extra-low voltage. Consideration should be taken to
Note: All measurements are taken at the module terminals. When restrict operator accessibility.
socketing, place Kelvin connections at module terminals to avoid
measurement errors due to socket contact resistance.

Figure 14. Output Voltage and Efficiency Test Setup.

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Feature Descriptions overvoltage latch is reset by either cycling the input power, or
by toggling the on/off pin for one second. If the output
Overcurrent Protection overvoltage condition still exists when the module restarts, it
will shut down again. This operation will continue indefinitely
To provide protection in a fault output overload condition, the until the overvoltage condition is corrected.
module is equipped with internal current-limiting circuitry and
can endure current limiting continuously. If the overcurrent A factory configured auto-restart option (with overcurrent and
condition causes the output voltage to fall greater than 4.0V overvoltage auto-restart managed as a group) is also available.
from Vo,set, the module will shut down and remain latched off. An auto-restart feature continually attempts to restore the
The overcurrent latch is reset by either cycling the input power operation until fault condition is cleared.
or by toggling the on/off pin for one second. If the output Overtemperature Protection
overload condition still exists when the module restarts, it will These modules feature an overtemperature protection circuit to
shut down again. This operation will continue indefinitely until safeguard against thermal damage. The circuit shuts down the
the overcurrent condition is corrected. module when the maximum device reference temperature is
A factory configured auto-restart option (with overcurrent and exceeded. The module will automatically restart once the
overvoltage auto-restart managed as a group) is also available. reference temperature cools by ~25°C.
An auto-restart feature continually attempts to restore the
Input Under/Over voltage Lockout
operation until fault condition is cleared.
At input voltages above or below the input under/over voltage
Remote On/Off lockout limits, module operation is disabled. The module will
The module contains a standard on/off control circuit reference begin to operate when the input voltage level changes to within
to the VIN(-) terminal. Two factory configured remote on/off logic the under and overvoltage lockout limits.
options are available. Positive logic remote on/off turns the
Load Sharing
module on during a logic-high voltage on the ON/OFF pin, and
off during a logic low. Negative logic remote on/off turns the For higher power requirements, the EBVW020A0 power module
module off during a logic high, and on during a logic low. offers an optional feature for parallel operation (-P Option code).
Negative logic, device code suffix "1," is the factory-preferred This feature provides a precise forced output voltage load
configuration. The On/Off circuit is powered from an internal regulation droop characteristic. The output set point and droop
bias supply, derived from the input voltage terminals. To turn slope are factory calibrated to insure optimum matching of
the power module on and off, the user must supply a switch to multiple modules’ load regulation characteristics. To implement
control the voltage between the On/Off terminal and the VIN(-) load sharing, the following requirements should be followed:
terminal (Von/off). The switch can be an open collector or  The VOUT(+) and VOUT(-) pins of all parallel modules must be
equivalent (see Figure 15). A logic low is Von/off = -0.3V to 0.8V. connected together. Balance the trace resistance for each
The typical Ion/off during a logic low (Vin=48V, On/Off module’s path to the output power planes, to insure best load
Terminal=0.3V) is 147µA. The switch should maintain a logic-low sharing and operating temperature balance.
voltage while sinking 310µA. During a logic high, the maximum  VIN must remain between 40Vdc and 75Vdc for droop sharing
Von/off generated by the power module is 8.2V. The maximum to be functional.
allowable leakage current of the switch at Von/off = 2.0V is 10µA.  It is permissible to use a common Remote On/Off signal to
If using an external voltage source, the maximum voltage Von/off start all modules in parallel.
on the pin is 14.5V with respect to the VIN(-) terminal.  These modules contain means to block reverse current flow
If not using the remote on/off feature, perform one of the upon start-up, when output voltage is present from other
following to turn the unit on: parallel modules, thus eliminating the requirement for
For negative logic, short ON/OFF pin to VIN(-). external output ORing devices. Modules with the –P option
will self determine the presence of voltage on the output
For positive logic: leave ON/OFF pin open.
from other operating modules, and automatically increase its
Turn On delay, Tdelay, as specified in the Feature Specifications
Table.
 When parallel modules startup into a pre-biased output, e.g.
partially discharged output capacitance, the Trise is
automatically increased, as specified in the Feature
Specifications Table, to insure graceful startup.
 Insure that the load is <50% IO,MAX (for a single module) until
all parallel modules have started (load full start > module
Tdelay time max + Trise time).
Figure 15. Remote On/Off Implementation.  If fault tolerance is desired in parallel applications, output
ORing devices should be used to prevent a single module
Output Overvoltage Protection failure from collapsing the load bus.
The module contains circuitry to detect and respond to output
overvoltage conditions. If the overvoltage condition causes the
output voltage to rise above the limit in the Specifications Table,
the module will shut down and remain latched off. The
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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Feature Descriptions (continued) R trim  down

 511
 

 10 . 22  
 % 
Remote Sense (“9” Option Code)
Where  %   Vo , set  V desired 
  100
Remote sense minimizes the effects of distribution losses by  Vo , set 
 
regulating the voltage at the remote-sense connections (See
Figure 16). The voltage between the remote-sense pins and the For example, to trim-down the output voltage of the module by
output terminals must not exceed the output voltage sense 20% to 9.6V, Rtrim-down is calculated as follows:
range given in the Feature Specifications table:  %  20
[VO(+) – VO(–)] – [SENSE(+) – SENSE(–)]  0.5 V  511 
Rtrim  down   10.22 k  15.3k
Although the output voltage can be increased by both the  20 
remote sense and by the trim, the maximum increase for the
output voltage is not the sum of both. The maximum increase is Connecting an external resistor (Rtrim-up) between the T/C1 pin
the larger of either the remote sense or the trim. and the VO(+) (or Sense (+)) pin increases the output voltage set
point. The following equations determine the required external
The amount of power delivered by the module is defined as the
resistor value to obtain a percentage output voltage change of
voltage at the output terminals multiplied by the output current.
∆%:
When using remote sense and trim, the output voltage of the
module can be increased, which at the same output current  5 . 11  V o , set  (100   %) 511 
would increase the power output of the module. Care should be R trim  up     10 .22  
 1 . 225   % % 
taken to ensure that the maximum output power of the module
remains at or below the maximum rated power (Maximum Where V  V o , set 
rated power = Vo,set x Io,max).  %   desired   100

 V o , set 
For example, to trim-up the output voltage of the module by 5%
SENSE(+) to 12.6V, Rtrim-up is calculated is as follows:
SENSE(–)
 %  5
VI(+) VO(+)
 5 .11  12 .0  (100  5) 511 
SUPPLY II
IO LOAD R trim  up     10 .22  k  938 .8 k
VI(-) VO(–)  1 .225  5 5 
CONTACT CONTACT AND
RESISTANCE DISTRIBUTION LOSSE

Figure 16. Circuit Configuration for remote sense. The voltage between the Vo(+) and Vo(–) terminals must not
exceed the minimum output overvoltage protection value
shown in the Feature Specifications table. This limit includes
Trim, Output Voltage Programming any increase in voltage due to remote-sense compensation and
output voltage set-point adjustment trim.
Trimming allows the output voltage set point to be increased or
decreased; this is accomplished by connecting an external Although the output voltage can be increased by both the
resistor between the TRIM pin and either the VO(+) pin or the VO(- remote sense and by the trim, the maximum increase for the
) pin. output voltage is not the sum of both. The maximum increase is
the larger of either the remote sense or the trim. The amount of
VO(+) power delivered by the module is defined as the voltage at the
output terminals multiplied by the output current. When using
Rtrim-up
EBVW020A0B remote sense and trim, the output voltage of the module can be
LOAD
increased, which at the same output current would increase the
T/C1 power output of the module. Care should be taken to ensure
Rtrim-down
that the maximum output power of the module remains at or
below the maximum rated power (Maximum rated power =
VO(-) VO,set x IO,max).
Thermal Considerations
Figure 17. Circuit Configuration to Trim Output Voltage. The power modules operate in a variety of thermal
Connecting an external resistor (Rtrim-down) between the T/C1 pin environments and sufficient cooling should be provided to help
and the Vo(-) (or Sense(-)) pin decreases the output voltage set ensure reliable operation.
point. To maintain set point accuracy, the trim resistor Thermal considerations include ambient temperature, airflow,
tolerance should be ±1.0%. module power dissipation, and the need for increased reliability.
The following equation determines the required external A reduction in the operating temperature of the module will
resistor value to obtain a percentage output voltage change of result in an increase in reliability.
∆%

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36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Feature Descriptions (continued)

The thermal data presented here is based on physical
measurements taken in a wind tunnel, using automated
thermo-couple instrumentation to monitor key component
temperatures: FETs, diodes, control ICs, magnetic cores,
ceramic capacitors, opto-isolators, and module pwb
conductors, while controlling the ambient airflow rate and
temperature. For a given airflow and ambient temperature, the
module output power is increased, until one (or more) of the
components reaches its maximum derated operating Figure 19. Location of the thermal reference temperature TH2
temperature, as defined in IPC-9592. This procedure is then for Base Plate module. Do not exceed 110 °C.
repeated for a different airflow or ambient temperature until a The output power of the module should not exceed the rated
family of module output derating curves is obtained.
power for the module as listed in the Ordering Information
table.
Although the maximum temperature of the power modules is
THx, you can limit this temperature to a lower value for
extremely high reliability.
Please refer to the Application Note “Thermal Characterization
Process For Open-Frame Board-Mounted Power Modules” for a
detailed discussion of thermal aspects including maximum
device temperatures.
Heat Transfer via Convection
Increased airflow over the module enhances the heat transfer
via convection. The thermal derating of figures 20 through 22
show the maximum output current that can be delivered by
each module in the indicated orientation without exceeding the
maximum THx temperature versus local ambient temperature
(TA) for air flows of, Natural Convection, 1 m/s (200 ft./min), 2
m/s (400 ft./min).
The use of Figures 20 is shown in the following example:
Heat-dissipating components are mounted on the top side of Example
the module. Heat is removed by conduction, convection and What is the minimum airflow necessary for a EBVW020A0B
radiation to the surrounding environment. Proper cooling can operating at VI = 48 V, an output current of 14A, and a
be verified by measuring the thermal reference temperature maximum ambient temperature of 70 °C in transverse
(THx). Peak temperature (THx) occurs at the position indicated in orientation.
Figure 18 and 19. For reliable operation this temperature should
not exceed the listed temperature threshold. Solution:
Given: Vin= 48V, IO = 14A, TA = 70 °C
Determine required airflow (V) (Use Figure 20):
V = 200LFM or greater.
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)

Figure 18. Location of the thermal reference temperature

TH1. Do not exceed 113 °C.

LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (C)

Figure 20. Output Current Derating for the Open Frame
EBVW020A0B in the Transverse Orientation; Airflow
Direction from Vin(-) to Vin(+); Vin = 48V.
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36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

suggested. The wave preheat process should be such that the

temperature of the power module board is kept below 210C.
For Pb solder, the recommended pot temperature is 260C,
while the Pb-free solder pot is 270C max. Not all RoHS-
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)

compliant through-hole products can be processed with paste-

through-hole Pb or Pb-free reflow process. If additional
information is needed, please consult with your GE
representative for more details.

Reflow Lead-Free Soldering Information

The RoHS-compliant through-hole products can be processed
with the following paste-through-hole Pb or Pb-free reflow
process.
Max. sustain temperature :
245C (J-STD-020C Table 4-2: Packaging Thickness>=2.5mm /
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (C) Volume > 2000mm3),
Figure 21. Output Current Derating for the Base Plate Peak temperature over 245C is not suggested due to the
EBVW020A0Bxx-H in the Transverse Orientation; Airflow potential reliability risk of components under continuous high-
Direction from Vin(-) to Vin(+); Vin = 48V. temperature.
Min. sustain duration above 217C : 90 seconds
Min. sustain duration above 180C : 150 seconds
Max. heat up rate: 3C/sec
OUTPUT CURRENT, IO (A)

Max. cool down rate: 4C/sec

In compliance with JEDEC J-STD-020C spec for 2 times reflow
requirement.
Pb-free Reflow Profile
BMP module will comply with J-STD-020 Rev. C
(Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity Classification for
Nonhermetic Solid State Surface Mount Devices) for both Pb-
free solder profiles and MSL classification
procedures. BMP will comply with JEDEC J-STD-020C
specification for 3 times reflow requirement. The suggested Pb-
LOCAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, TA (C) free solder paste is Sn/Ag/Cu (SAC). The recommended linear
Figure 22. Output Current Derating for the Base Plate reflow profile using Sn/Ag/Cu solder is shown in Figure 23.
EBVW020A0Bxx-H and 0.25” heat sink in the Transverse
Orientation; Airflow Direction from Vin(-) to Vin(+); Vin = 48V.
Peak Temp. 240 -245°C
Layout Considerations
Temp

The EBVW020 power module series are low profile in order to Ramp down
max. 4°C/Sec
be used in fine pitch system card architectures. As such,
217°C
component clearance between the bottom of the power
200°C
module and the mounting board is limited. Avoid placing Time Limited 90 Sec.
copper areas on the outer layer directly underneath the power 150°C
above 217°C

module. Also avoid placing via interconnects underneath the Preheat time
power module. 100-150 Sec.

For additional layout guide-lines, refer to FLT007A0Z Data Ramp up

max. 3°C/Sec
Sheet.
25°C
Time
Through-Hole Lead-Free Soldering Figure 23. Recommended linear reflow profile using
Information Sn/Ag/Cu solder.
The RoHS-compliant, Z version, through-hole products use the
SAC (Sn/Ag/Cu) Pb-free solder and RoHS-compliant MSL Rating
components. The non-Z version products use lead-tin (Pb/Sn) The EBVW020A0BA modules have a MSL rating of 2a.
solder and RoHS-compliant components. Both version modules
are designed to be processed through single or dual wave
Storage and Handling
soldering machines. The pins have an RoHS-compliant, pure tin
finish that is compatible with both Pb and Pb-free wave The recommended storage environment and handling
soldering processes. A maximum preheat rate of 3C/s is procedures for moisture-sensitive surface mount packages is

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36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

detailed in J-STD-033 Rev. A (Handling, Packing, Shipping and Post Solder Cleaning and Drying
Use of Moisture/Reflow Sensitive Surface Mount Devices).
Moisture barrier bags (MBB) with desiccant are required for MSL Considerations
ratings of 2 or greater. These sealed packages should not be Post solder cleaning is usually the final circuit-board assembly
broken until time of use. Once the original package is broken, process prior to electrical board testing. The result of
the floor life of the product at conditions of 30°C and 60% inadequate cleaning and drying can affect both the reliability of
relative humidity varies according to the MSL rating (see J-STD- a power module and the testability of the finished circuit-board
025A). The shelf life for dry packed SMT packages will be a assembly. For guidance on appropriate soldering, cleaning and
minimum of 12 months from the bag seal date, when stored at drying procedures, refer to GE Board Mounted Power Modules:
the following conditions: < 40° C, < 90% relative humidity. Soldering and Cleaning Application Note (AP01-056EPS).

EMC Considerations
The circuit and plots in Figure 24 shows a suggested EN55022 Class B. For further information on designing for EMC
configuration to meet the conducted emission limits of compliance, please refer to the FLT007A0 data sheet.

Level [dBµV]
80

70

60

+
x
50
+
x
40 +
x

30
x
x
x
20 +
+
+

10

0
150k 300k 500k 1M 2M 3M 4M 5M 7M 10M 30M
Frequency [Hz]

x x MES CE0916111952_fin QP
+ + MES CE0916111952_fin AV
MES CE0916111952_pre PK
MES CE0916111952_pre AV

Figure 24. EMC Considerations.

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Packaging Details
All versions of the EBVW020A0B are supplied as standard in
the plastic trays shown in Figure 25. Each tray contains a total
of 18 power modules. The trays are self-stacking and each
shipping box for the EBVW020A0B module contains 2 full trays
plus one empty hold-down tray giving a total number of 36
power modules.
Tray Specification
Material PET (1mm)
Max surface resistivity 109 -1011/PET
Color Clear
Capacity 18 power modules
Min order quantity 36 pcs (1 box of 2 full trays
+ 1 empty top tray)

Open Frame Module Tray Base Plate Module Tray

Figure 25. EBVW020 Packaging Tray

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Mechanical Outline for EBVW020A0B Through-hole Module

Dimensions are in millimeters and [inches].
Tolerances: x.x mm  0.5 mm [x.xx in.  0.02 in.] (Unless otherwise indicated)
x.xx mm  0.25 mm [x.xxx in  0.010 in.]

Top side label includes GE name, product designation and date code.

Top View*

Side View

*For optional pin lengths, see Table 2, Device Coding Scheme and Options

Bottom View

Pin Function
1 Vi(+)
2 ON/OFF
3 Vi(-)
4 Vo(-)
5† SENSE(-)
6† TRIM
7† SENSE(+)
8 Vo(+)

† - Optional Pins, when including “9” Option, See Table 2

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Mechanical Outline for EBVW020A0B–H (Baseplate version) Through-hole Module

Dimensions are in millimeters and [inches].
Tolerances: x.x mm  0.5 mm [x.xx in.  0.02 in.] (Unless otherwise indicated)
x.xx mm  0.25 mm [x.xxx in  0.010 in.]

Top View

Side View

*For optional pin lengths, see Table 2, Device Coding Scheme and Options

* Bottom side label includes GE name, product designation and date

Bottom View*
Pin Function
1 Vi(+)
2 ON/OFF
3 Vi(-)
4 Vo(-)
5† SENSE(-)
6† TRIM
7† SENSE(+)
8 Vo(+)

† - Optional Pins, when including “9” Option, See Table 2

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Recommended Pad Layouts

Dimensions are in millimeters and (inches).
Tolerances: x.x mm  0.5 mm ( x.xx in.  0.02 in.) [unless otherwise indicated]
x.xx mm  0.25 mm ( x.xxx in  0.010 in.)

Through-Hole Modules

Pin Pin
Number Name
1* VIN(+)
2* ON/OFF
3* VIN(-)
4* VOUT(-)
5† SENSE(-)
6† TRIM
7† SENSE(+)
8* VOUT(+)
† - Optional Pins
See Table 2

Hole and Pad diameter recommendations:

Pin Number Hole Dia mm [in] Pad Dia mm [in]
1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 1.6 [.063] 2.1 [.083]
4, 8 2.2 [.087] 3.2 [.126]

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EBVW020A0B Barracuda Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules

36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Ordering Information
Please contact your GE Sales Representative for pricing, availability and optional features.
Table 1. Device Codes
Product codes Input Voltage Output Voltage Output Current Efficiency Connector Type Comcodes
EBVW020A0B1Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150019309
EBVW020A0B41Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole CC10916750
EBVW020A0B64Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150021139
EBVW020A0B641Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole CC10917246
EBVW020A0B841Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150022307
EBVW020A0B941Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole CC10917236
EBVW020A0B984Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150022795
EBVW020A0B9641Z 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150026416
EBVW020A0B41-HZ 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole CC10916751
EBVW020A0B64-HZ 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150021143
EBVW020A0B641-HZ 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole 150020433
EBVW020A0B9641-HZ 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole CC10917231
EBVW020A0B41-PHZ 48V (3675Vdc) 12V 20A 95.2% Through hole CC10917233

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36-75Vdc Input; 12.0Vdc, 20.0A, 240W Output

Table 2. Device Options

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