TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards


TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards

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TDK EV160xA Power

Description

TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards are compact, high-efficiency evaluation platforms designed to demonstrate the performance of TDK’s μPOL DC-DC converters. These boards combine a high-frequency inductor and power IC into a single, low-profile module, enabling high power density and thermal performance. Ideal for powering FPGAs, ASICs, and other high-performance digital ICs.

TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards

Introduction

The TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards are advanced platforms designed to showcase the capabilities of TDK's μPOL DC-DC converters. These boards are engineered for high efficiency and compactness, making them ideal for a variety of high-performance applications.

Part Description

The TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards integrate a high-frequency inductor and power IC into a single low-profile module, which significantly enhances power density and thermal performance. Each board is tailored to support specific output voltage and current ratings, including 5.0V/3A, 3.3V/4A, and 1.8V/6A. The boards are designed for ease of use, featuring fast transient response, minimal external components, and user-friendly test points, which streamline the evaluation process for engineers working on space-constrained, high-efficiency power systems.

Applications

  • Servers (mainstream, rack and blade, microservers)
  • Hardware accelerators
  • Machine/deep learning applications
  • Network communications (Ethernet switches, routers, 5G)
  • Network storage (enterprise SSDs, storage area networks)
  • Instrumentation (industrial, medical, automotive)
  • AI inference (autonomous systems, imaging, radars)

Industries

  • Telecommunications
  • Data centers
  • Automotive
  • Industrial automation
  • Consumer electronics
  • Medical devices

Usage Ideas

  1. FPGA Power Supply: Use the EV160xA board to power an FPGA in a compact embedded system, ensuring efficient operation and minimal thermal output.
  2. AI Inference Engine: Integrate the evaluation board into an AI inference engine prototype, providing reliable power for high-performance processing tasks.
  3. Network Router Development: Implement the TDK EV160xA board in a prototype for a next-generation network router, focusing on high efficiency and compact design.

Conclusion

The TDK EV160xA μPOL Evaluation Boards are versatile and efficient solutions for powering high-performance digital ICs. With their compact design and robust features, they are well-suited for a wide range of applications across various industries, making them an excellent choice for engineers looking to develop advanced power systems.