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    SGS Thomson - AN647

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    This document discusses how to properly test the output ripple and noise of switching power supplies. There are four types of AC components that make up the total output ripple and noise: low frequency ripple at twice the mains frequency, high frequency ripple from pulse width modulation, switching noise at the switching frequency, and random aperiodic noise. It is important to use an oscilloscope with a bandwidth of at least 20 MHz and to take care with probe placement to avoid collecting radiated noise. A preferred test method uses a coaxial cable and 50 ohm terminations to multiply the measured waveform by a factor of 2.

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    This document discusses how to properly test the output ripple and noise of switching power supplies. There are four types of AC components that make up the total output ripple and noise: low frequency ripple at twice the mains frequency, high frequency ripple from pulse width modulation, switching noise at the switching frequency, and random aperiodic noise. It is important to use an oscilloscope with a bandwidth of at least 20 MHz and to take care with probe placement to avoid collecting radiated noise. A preferred test method uses a coaxial cable and 50 ohm terminations to multiply the measured waveform by a factor of 2.

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    This document discusses how to properly test the output ripple and noise of switching power supplies. There are four types of AC components that make up the total output ripple and noise: low frequency ripple at twice the mains frequency, high frequency ripple from pulse width modulation, switching noise at the switching frequency, and random aperiodic noise. It is important to use an oscilloscope with a bandwidth of at least 20 MHz and to take care with probe placement to avoid collecting radiated noise. A preferred test method uses a coaxial cable and 50 ohm terminations to multiply the measured waveform by a factor of 2.

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    SGS Thomson - AN647

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    This document discusses how to properly test the output ripple and noise of switching power supplies. There are four types of AC components that make up the total output ripple and noise: low frequency ripple at twice the mains frequency, high frequency ripple from pulse width modulation, switching noise at the switching frequency, and random aperiodic noise. It is important to use an oscilloscope with a bandwidth of at least 20 MHz and to take care with probe placement to avoid collecting radiated noise. A preferred test method uses a coaxial cable and 50 ohm terminations to multiply the measured waveform by a factor of 2.

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    APPLICATION NOTE

    HOW TO TEST OUTPUT RIPPLE AND NOISE OF


    POWER SUPPLIES

    The switching power supplies (either step-down However the switching technique, that is beneficial
    regulators, or isolated DC-DC converters, or OFF- to raise the efficiency, has an associated weakness
    LINE power supplies) have the fundamental advan- i.e. the output voltage has always an AC content.
    tage of high efficiency i.e. low power dissipation The typical output ripple and noise of a switching
    when compared to linear voltage regulation. power supply is as shown in fig. 1.

    Figure 1. Output ripple and noise of a switching power supply

    Four AC components can be identified: The above mentioned parameters are normally
    specified by the peak to peak amplitude so that the
    - low frequency ripple at 2f being f the AC mains best method for testing is by an oscilloscope with a
    frequency
    bandwidth of 20 MHz.
    - high frequency ripple due to Pulse Width Modu-
    lation (PWM) to obtain the required line and load Care must be taken when using the scope probe.
    regulation. Fig. 2 shows a wrong method because the ground
    - the switching noise that has the same frequency wire of the probe can collect radiated noise and the
    of the switching PWM scope display is strongly dependent on the probe
    position.
    - the aperiodic random noise that is not related to
    the AC source frequency and/or the switching Fig. 3 shows a better method because the collection
    frequency. of the radiated noise is minimized.

    AN647/0594 1/3
    How to test the output ripple and noise of power supplies

    Figure 2. Wrong output ripple and noise test

    Power supply

    GND

    Figure 3. Correct output ripple and noise test

    + GND
    Power supply

    The ground ring of the probe is pressed directly A preferred method is shown in fig. 4: the waveform
    against the output ground of the power supply and displayed on the scope must be multiplied by a
    the tip is in contact with the output voltage pin. factor 2.

    Figure 4. Preferred method to test output noise and ripple

    220nF Coax cable


    50 Ohm
    + to AC input
    of scope
    Power supply 50 Ohm

    GND

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    Information furnished is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, SGS-THOMSON Microelectronics assumes no responsibility for the
    consequences of use of such information nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No
    license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SGS-THOMSON Microelectronics. Specification mentioned
    in this publication are subject to change without notice. This publication supersedes and replaces all information previously supplied.
    SGS-THOMSON Microelectronics products are not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without express
    written approval of SGS-THOMSON Microelectronics.
    © 1994 SGS-THOMSON Microelectronics – All Rights Reserved

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