This section includes a list of
supplies required to perform tests on the BQ25790EVM.
- Power Supplies for VBUS
pin: Power Supply #1 (PS1): A power supply capable of supplying up
to 24 V at 3 A is required.
- Battery Simulator for BAT
pin: Load #1 (4-Quadrant Supply): A "Kepco" Load, BOP, 20-5M, DC 0
to ±20 V, 0 to ±5 A (or higher) or a Keithley 2450 3-A sourcemeter. When
using both, a 1000-µF or higher, low ESR, 25-V rated or higher connected at
the EVM battery and ground terminals is recommended.
Alternative Option: A 0–20 V/0–5 A, > 60-W
DC electronic load set in a constant voltage loading mode in parallel with a
second power supply can be used. The second power supply is set to a voltage
slightly below the electronic load's constant voltage setting. When enabled,
the charger's charge current then replaces the current provided the second
power supply.
- System load simulator for SYS pin:Load #2( Electronic
load set to constant resistance or Resistive Load): 10 Ω, 5 W (or
higher)
- Meters: (6x) "Fluke 75"
multimeters, (equivalent or better).
Alternative Option: (4x) equivalent voltage meters and (2x) equivalent
current meters. The current meters must be capable of measuring at least 5
A. If used in series between the PS#1, Load#1 or Load#2, the meters should
be set for manual not auto ranging. Current meters add significant series
resistance which affects charger performance.
- Computer: A computer
with at least one USB port and a USB cable. A valid internet connection is
required when using the GUI Composer application.
- PC Communication
Interface: USB2ANY Interface Adapter (when using the GUI Composer
application) or EV2300/2400 USB-Based PC Interface Board (when using Battery
Management Studio).