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Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
« on: November 07, 2017, 01:15:02 pm »
I've renamed this thread from "TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module" per TiN's request since the layout is done and has been sent for manufacturing! :clap:

FX Live Test Data

Layout videos:

Part 1:

Part 2:

Part 3:

Assembly video:

Part 4:

Also check out his posts for different design stage PCB pictures:

First Batch
Second Batch
Third Batch
Fourth Batch (Assembled)

Final Schematic (as of 11-9-2017)
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #1 on: November 07, 2017, 01:21:45 pm »
He'll be working for Fluke before you know it!   ;D

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #2 on: November 07, 2017, 01:32:47 pm »
I wanted to start designing my own LTZ1000A-board, but considering that digikey claims delay of delivery for the LTZ1000A till April next Year i still have much time for other stuff...  :--
 

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #3 on: November 07, 2017, 03:46:24 pm »
OK I guess actually I look like my nephew when he watch mine-craft videos on YouTube.

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #4 on: November 07, 2017, 07:05:57 pm »
Wow. It's not worthy a separate thread. Just a first try, I'm sure there are lots of issues to iron out first on this rev.

I'll try to get second part tomorrow.
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #5 on: November 07, 2017, 10:29:22 pm »
Illya,
once again, you designed a really nice board!

You mentioned in the video, that you designed in a low pass between the LTZ reference and the AD OpAmp, to suppress the chopper spikes going backwards into the reference circuit.
Well, I doubt a bit that this effect is so important.
You also introduced a lot of solder junctions between the LTZ and the OpAmp, that may ruin your T.C., or you have to balance all these junctions, as it's been done in the 3458A DCI circuit, you remember?

Anyhow, in my in own Spartan single-sided design, I directly (copper-wise) connected the LTZ output to the LT1052 ChopAmp, accepting possible spike feedbacks, but avoiding thermo junctions..

We'll see in 1 year time, what will happen,... and I just started a noise / stability measurement on the 10.000V output, realized with these ordinary BMF from AE.. we'll see tomorrow.

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #6 on: November 07, 2017, 10:43:17 pm »
I wanted to start designing my own LTZ1000A-board, but considering that digikey claims delay of delivery for the LTZ1000A till April next Year i still have much time for other stuff...  :--

https://www.benl.ebay.be/itm/LTZ1000ACH-CAN-8-Precision-Reference/322563133347?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #7 on: November 08, 2017, 04:39:54 am »
Illya,
once again, you designed a really nice board!

Will see on that after getting year worth of data :).

LPF between chopper and reference also attempt to REF reduce noise little bit for quieter output. Likely not very effective.
I'm going to revisit that part, by removing R20,R28 and installing same package resistors complimentary to R18,R19, to equalize number of junctions.
I also don't like the grounds, might as well redo that part.

Also I messed up with guarding, guard trace potential is 0.44V so wrapping it around reference output do not good, should be around temperature divider node.
Consequences doing layout at 4am  :-X.

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We'll see in 1 year time, what will happen,... and I just started a noise / stability measurement on the 10.000V output, realized with these ordinary BMF from AE.. we'll see tomorrow.
Looking forward for your data.

I've scheduled finishing up part 2 for today, 10pm UTC+8.
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #8 on: November 08, 2017, 10:02:20 am »
Preorders?  ;) ::)
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #9 on: November 08, 2017, 04:52:36 pm »
The LTZ circuit usually does not need guard traces, as it is mainly low impedance (e.g. 1 K). It is only part of the temperature regulator that uses high value resistors, but this is with rather high signal levels an not much sensitivity. Also the 70 K the collectors are at point that is not that sensitive.
Chances are the guards do more bad than good due to thermal effects - though I don't think this is that important.

Before doing much work on the layout it is a good idea to get the schematics right before. A first idea of the layout is Ok, to get an idea of the placement of the main parts, but no final layout before the circuit is finished. AFAIR there where still some points not finished about the output stage.
 

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #10 on: November 08, 2017, 06:59:01 pm »
Already removed unwanted guards, as even if there would be any benefit, guard source need to be low impedance, not the way it was done. That was a flop.

PDF-schematics.

I've add provisions for compensation cap around output stage opamp, from our discussion before.

Animated GIF all layers (5 sec/layer):



Changelist today:

* Replaced input filter RCR to balanced network using MELF metal film resistors.
* Routed GND_Signal return as point-point signal, no shapes.
* Rearranged placement for output chopper for more balanced routing

I'll do some final checks and finetune tomorrow, and get board for fab :). It's better to test any issues on practical setup, than spending pages on forums on theory.  :scared:

Part 2 vid:

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #11 on: November 09, 2017, 12:21:27 pm »
Preorders?  ;) ::)

Once everything is finalized, perhaps a group order?

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #12 on: November 09, 2017, 01:32:35 pm »
Once everything is finalized, perhaps a group order?

Bare board will be cool but without Fluke 2464707 kind of sad business.
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #13 on: November 09, 2017, 02:21:57 pm »
Maybe somebody is in friends with VPG to get a group buy on divider? That should be easy, compared to Fluke custom network  :).
Same reason why as of now I see no point to making FX a group order device.
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #14 on: November 09, 2017, 02:25:50 pm »
Maybe somebody is in friends with VPG to get a group buy on divider?

That would be sooo soooo cool.  +1
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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #15 on: November 09, 2017, 07:54:59 pm »
PCB layout complete.

PDF-schematics.

Animated per-layer GIF PCB.



Changelist:

* Added R33 for equal amount of resistors in negative feedback.
* Added optional C48,C49 at the output force
* Redraw schematic symbol and changed trim connections on Fluke resistor network for clarity
* Added power LED D18,D30
* Added I2C U7 EEPROM, for storing module-specific DC output voltage, calibration values, tempco/drift values, configuration parameters, etc.
* Changed connector type to 20pin 0.5mm pitch XP2 for onboard temp sensor and I2C ROM. Power for sensor and ROM are 100% isolated from rest of the reference.
* Added extra C46 cap near heater NPN.

Part 3 video:

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #16 on: November 09, 2017, 08:34:35 pm »
Illya,

What do you plan for the housing?
How do you fix the pcb inside the housing?
What connectors are you planing to use?

From a temperature point of view the LTZ connections are rather asymmetrical. I also wonder about the shape of the board. Just another fancy looking LTZ board like the KX? Sorry, but I'm sceptical that this approach does any good at all. But I appreciate that the ground layer is no longer fragmented.

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Re: TiN livestreaming: layout of new LTZ1000A 10V reference module
« Reply #17 on: November 10, 2017, 04:38:24 am »
branadic,

It will be box very similar to this 112 x 60mm Hammond, places next to battery compartment in Fluke 792A power pack.
There is no room to make it any bigger, so it will be all very tight fit.

PCB will be suspended inside the housing, without rigid mechanical coupling, as box eventually might see transportation, however it's not quite the travel standard due to weight.

There will be no connectors at the board, other than auxiliary 20 pin for digital interface and onboard temperature monitor.
Power input and reference output will be routed out of the box with copper shielded twinax, soldered to output port J3.

External world connectors will be Low Thermal 2758 or LEMO EGG, not decided on that part yet.

Yes, just another fancy looking board with some bling added to it. Board sent to fab, will see it in few weeks. Should be enough time to get some parts. I already have LT1013's, LTZ1000ACH's and VHD 20K/7.663K dividers.
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Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
« Reply #18 on: November 10, 2017, 09:48:57 am »
I had not look at the layout in detail before. The animated gif is kind of hard to watch if one want to look at details. For me it looks like the connections to R1 not so well made. My feeling is there is way to much trace resistance in series with the 120 Ohms. One might be able to fix this with extra wire in parallel, and / or a bridge.

A more minor point with the output amplifier is that C41 and D43 would be better towards ground instead of the the +- supply.

The filtering cap C36 might also be better differentially instead of toward ground - but this might be only a minor effect.
 

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Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
« Reply #19 on: November 10, 2017, 10:39:28 am »
I'll post PDF-version later.

Connection to R1 is 40 mil wide trace, 1340 mils long from LTZ, and 1150 mils to GND star point.
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Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
« Reply #20 on: November 10, 2017, 07:31:59 pm »
- buyer be cautious - most likely this is counterfeit part.
not only the datecode also the alignment of the marking versus package is fishy
so for me this is 100% counterfeit. (at least re-marked)

with best regards

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Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
« Reply #21 on: November 10, 2017, 10:36:05 pm »
    Hello Andreas - I observe 3 issues:

    The metal case is glossy and should be matte
    The TAB indicating pin 1 is at wrong position
    The date code is not inline with LTC's marking system
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    Pin 1 is not in the wrong position, this is special version of LTZ1000 and must be mounted on the other side (back) of the PCB :-)

    PS: I'm sure only the few will get it ...
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    Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
    « Reply #22 on: November 10, 2017, 10:52:18 pm »
    - buyer be cautious - most likely this is counterfeit part.
    not only the datecode also the alignment of the marking versus package is fishy
    so for me this is 100% counterfeit. (at least re-marked)

    with best regards

    Andreas

    Many others are available but up to you and wait 6 months  |O
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    Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
    « Reply #23 on: November 11, 2017, 02:53:21 am »
    To my knowledge, there is no 'special' layout from LTC, I think what you are referring to was an incorrect board layout and he had to mount the LTZ on the backside of the PCB to make it work.  It wasn't discovered until after the boards were made, it happens.
     

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    Re: Live design flow of 'FX' 10V LTZ1000A-based reference
    « Reply #24 on: November 11, 2017, 04:27:27 am »
    I'm bit lost how any of this fake related to the thread.  :-X
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