Texas Instruments DRV10964 User manual

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User's Guide
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This document is provided with the DRV10964 customer evaluation module (EVM) as a supplement to the
DRV10964 datasheet (SLDS227). It details the hardware implementation of the EVM and gives a step-by-
step introduction to the device operation.
Contents
1 DRV10964 EVM Kit Contents.............................................................................................. 2
2 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2
3 DRV10964 On-Board Connections........................................................................................ 3
3.1 Power Input.......................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Interface Connectors (J4) for Phases of Motor ................................................................. 3
3.3 TLC555 Pins......................................................................................................... 3
4 DRV10964 Package......................................................................................................... 4
5 User Interface ............................................................................................................... 5
5.1 Jumpers.............................................................................................................. 5
5.2 PWM Configuration With the TLC555 Timer.................................................................... 5
5.3 Test Points........................................................................................................... 6
6 Powering-Up the EVM ...................................................................................................... 6
7 Tune Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold .......................................................................... 7
8 EVM Documentation ...................................................................................................... 10

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1 DRV10964 EVM Kit Contents
The DRV10964 evaluation kit contains the DRV10964 EVM.
2 Introduction
The DRV10964 EVM is an evaluation platform for the DRV10964 three-phase brushless DC motor driver.
The EVM includes a TLC555 timer configured to supply a PWM to the DRV10964 and potentiometer to
adjust the speed of the motor by varying the duty cycle of the PWM.
This document describes the kit details and explains the functions and locations of test points, jumpers,
and connectors present on the kit. For detailed information about the DRV10964, refer to the DRV10964
data sheet (SLDS227).
Figure 1. DRV10964 EVM

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3.1 Power Input
The DRV10964 requires an external power supply (2.1 V to 5.5 V) to operate. Connector J1 provides the
required interface for the external power supply. The pin assignment of terminal P1 is as follows:
Table 1. DRV10964
Pin Description
1 VCC
2 GND
3.2 Interface Connectors (J4) for Phases of Motor
Connector J4 is used to interface the U, V, and W phases. The pin assignments are as follows:
Table 2. Connector P2: 3-Terminal Connector to
Connect 3-Phase BLDC Motor
Pin Description
1 Phase-W
2 Phase-V
3 Phase-U
3.3 TLC555 Pins
Table 3 lists the TLB555 pin descriptions.
Table 3. TLC555 Pins
Pin Description
1 GND
2 TRIG
3 OUT
4 RESET
5 CONT
6 THRES
7 DISCH
8 VCC

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The DRV10964 pin-out is listed in Table 4.
Table 4. DRV10964 Pin-Out
Pin Description
1 FG
2 FG_STATUS
3 VCC
4 W
5 GND
6 V
7 U
8 FR
9 CONFIG
10 PWM
The DRV10964 is packaged in a 10-pin USON package. For detailed information about the DRV10964,
refer to the DRV10964 data sheet (SLDS227).

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5.1 Jumpers
Descriptions for the jumpers are provided in the following list:
•FR: Motor direction selector. Upon start-up, the DRV10964 device spins the motor in the direction
indicated by the FR input pin. The direction of commutation is as described in the following table.
Connection Direction Description
VCC – FR U →W→V
GND – FR U →W→V
•CMTMOD: The FGS pin is used to configure the output of the FG pin. Based on the configuration of
the FGS pin and the frequency of FG (FG_FREQ), the motor speed is calculated as shown in the
following table.
Connection Description
VCC – FR RPM = (FG_FREQ × 60 ×3) / Number of pole pairs
GND – FGS RPM = (FG_FREQ × 60) / Number of pole pairs
5.2 PWM Configuration With the TLC555 Timer
The PWM signal is generated with circuitry based on TI’s TLC555 low-power timer. PWM is generated
based on input from the potentiometer. The PWM signal generated by the circuitry on the EVM is
approximately 25 kHz and is adjustable from 5% to 95% duty cycle using the potentiometer (R5). External
PWM input can be applied to test point PWMIN by removing resistor R6.
Figure 2. PWM Configuration for DRV10964 EVM

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The potentiometer adjusts the duty cycle of the PWM signal, which in turn adjusts the speed of the motor.
A lower duty cycle gives a lower speed and a higher duty cycle provides a higher speed. Turning the
potentiometer counterclockwise lowers the speed, and turning it clockwise increases the speed.
For more information on the PWM input required by the DRV10964, refer to the datasheet (SLDS227).
5.3 Test Points
Test points are provided and labeled according to the inputs and outputs of the DRV10964 motor driver
(see Table 5).
Table 5. Test Point Descriptions
Test Points Description Test Points Description
TP 1 PWMIN TP 5 Motor V phase
TP 2 GND TP 6 VCC
TP 3 CONFIG TP 7 FG
TP 4 Motor U phase TP 8 Motor W phase
CAUTION
Do not apply power to the board before you have read Section 6!
6 Powering-Up the EVM
The DRV10964 EVM requires a VM power supply source, which has a recommended operating range
from 2.1 to 5.5 V. Use the following sequence to power-up the EVM:
1. Connect the power supply Ground to pin 1 (GND) and a voltage between 2.1 to 5.5 V to pin 2 of
connector P1 (VM). Set the current limit on the power supply to 1 A and make sure switch S1 is in the
OFF position.
2. Turn the POT-R5 fully CCW (counterclockwise). This keeps the speed PWM input to the minimum
value.
3. Connect the 3-phase terminal of the motor to connector J4 or U-V-W test points.
4. Power up the board by turning the power supply on.
5. Rotate the potentiometer to different positions to change the speed of motor.

Turn R5 CCW
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Motor Phase
Connector
Power Supply
Input
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7 Tune Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold
The DRV10964 has the option of changing open to close loop handoff threshold by configuring the
CONFIG pin. If there is an issue with the motor starting up, TI recommends changing the open to close
loop handoff threshold. Different levels of open to close loop threshold can be set based on the voltage
applied (percentage of supply voltage) on the CONFIG pin. The open to close loop handoff can be
changed either by changing the voltage on the CONFIG testpoint or by changing biasing resistors R2 and
R3. Table 6 shows the available options for open to close threshold and associated configuration.
(1) Resistor value is based on 1% tolerance. Resistor value is only recommended based on the % in the first column. Any
resistance divider value can be selected as long as the ratio meets requirements.
Table 6. CONFIG Pin Configurations for Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold
Config Pin (% VCC)
Ratio of (R3/R2) Open to Close Handoff Threshold (Hz) Config Pin Voltage for VCC = 5 V Suggested Resistance Value(1)
R3 (kΩ) R2 (kΩ)
3.14 78 0.16 5 160
9.4 12.5 0.47 10 105
15.6 25 0.78 15 95.3
21.8 37.5 1.09 20 91
28.1 50 1.41 25 88.7
34.4 62.5 1.72 30 88.7
40.6 75 2.03 35 86.6
46.8 87.5 2.34 40 84.5
53.1 100 2.66 45 84.5

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Table 6. CONFIG Pin Configurations for Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold (continued)
Config Pin (% VCC)
Ratio of (R3/R2) Open to Close Handoff Threshold (Hz) Config Pin Voltage for VCC = 5 V Suggested Resistance Value(1)
R3 (kΩ) R2 (kΩ)
59.3 112.5 2.97 50 84.5
65.6 125 3.28 55 84.5
71.9 137.5 3.60 60 84.5
78.1 150 3.91 65 82.5
84.4 162.5 4.22 70 82.5
90.6 175 4.53 75 82.5
96.9 187.5 4.85 80 82.5
The selection of handoff threshold can be determined by experimental testing. The goal is to choose a
handoff threshold that is as low as possible and allows the motor to smoothly and reliably transition
between the open loop acceleration and the closed loop acceleration. Normally higher speed motors
(maximum speed) require a higher handoff threshold because higher speed motors have lower Kt, and as
a result, lower BEMF. Table 7 shows the configurable settings for the handoff threshold. Maximum speeds
in electrical Hz are shown as a guide to assist in identifying the appropriate handoff speed for a particular
application.
Table 7. Recommend Handoff Threshold Based on Maximum Speed of Operation
Maximum Speed (Hz) Handoff Frequency (Hz) Maximum Speed (Hz) Handoff Frequency (Hz)
< 100 12.5 450 to ≈500 112.5
100 to ≈150 25 500 to ≈560 125
150 to ≈200 37.5 560 to ≈620 137.5
200 to ≈250 50 620 to ≈700 150
250 to ≈300 62.5 700 to ≈800 162.5
300 to ≈350 75 800 to ≈900 175
350 to ≈400 87.5 > 900 187.5
400 to ≈450 100
Figure 4 shows the phase current for the case where the open to close loop handoff threshold is set to a
higher value than required. So in such cases, TI recommends reducing the open to close loop handoff
threshold. Figure 5 shows the phase current for the case where the open to close loop handoff threshold
is low; it is possible that the motor will fail to start. In such cases, it is recommended to increase the open
to close loop handoff threshold. Figure 6 shows the phase current for properly tuned open to close loop
handoff threshold.

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Figure 4. Phase Current for High Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold
Figure 5. Phase Current for Low Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold

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Figure 6. Phase Current for Properly Tuned Open to Close Loop Handoff Threshold
8 EVM Documentation
The EVM schematics, layout, and bill of materials (BOM) are provided in the hardware file (SLVXXX).