NXP Semiconductors TEA2016DB1519

Overview

TEA2016DB1519 from NXP Semiconductors is a 240 W, 12 V / 20 A universal-input AC-DC power supply demonstration board built around the TEA2016AATdev PFC+LLC combo controller and TEA1995T synchronous rectifier IC. It implements a BCM-type PFC stage followed by a resonant LLC half-bridge converter and SR output stage, targeting high-efficiency offline power supplies compliant with EuP Lot 6 standby requirements.

For engineers reviewing the TEA2016DB1519 datasheet, TEA2016DB1519 pinout, TEA2016DB1519 application, or TEA2016DB1519 equivalent, this demo board serves as a validated reference design for evaluating real-time I²C parameter tuning, efficiency optimization, hold-up time validation, and multi-mode resonant control behavior under universal AC input (90–264 V_RMS) and full-load (20 A continuous) conditions.

Technical Context

The TEA2016DB1519 integrates three functional sub-circuits: an active boost PFC operating in boundary conduction mode (BCM), a resonant LLC half-bridge converter (HBC) for main DC-DC conversion, and a synchronous rectification (SR) output stage using the TEA1995T. All stages are coordinated by the TEA2016AATdev controller, which features dual I²C interfaces enabling live parameter adjustment during operation.

This board demonstrates system-level performance including ≥89% average efficiency per CoC Tier 2, <450 mW standby power at 230 V/50 Hz, >10 ms hold time at 115 V/60 Hz, and programmable over-power protection (OPP) limiting peak current to 30 A for <50 ms. It supports engineering evaluation of dynamic load response, soft-start timing (<0.5 s), and no-load input power (<100 mW).

Key Specifications

Availability

TEA2016DB1519 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for power supply reference design, lab-based PFC+LLC topology validation, and EU/US regulatory compliance testing requiring stable component supply, traceable sourcing, and long-term BOM continuity.

Supply support for TEA2016DB1519 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications.

The TEA2016DB1519 belongs to NXP's analog power development platform, designed specifically to accelerate evaluation and optimization of high-efficiency resonant AC-DC power supplies using integrated PFC+LLC controllers and synchronous rectifiers.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the TEA2016DB1519?

The TEA2016DB1519 is a fully assembled 240 W AC-DC power supply demonstration board. It showcases the TEA2016AATdev PFC+LLC combo controller and TEA1995T synchronous rectifier in a production-relevant layout. Its purpose is to enable hands-on evaluation of resonant topology performance, real-time I²C tuning, and compliance verification against EuP Lot 6 and CoC efficiency standards - not to serve as a production-ready module.

Does the TEA2016DB1519 include the TEA2016AATdev IC?

Yes, the TEA2016DB1519 uses the TEA2016AATdev sample - a development version of the TEA2016 controller featuring a second I²C interface that allows live parameter modification during operation ("on-the-fly" tuning). This differs from the standard TEA2016AAT, which only supports pre-boot configuration via pins or one-time programming.

What software is required to configure the TEA2016DB1519?

The Ringo software suite is required to configure and monitor the TEA2016DB1519. It provides a Windows-based GUI for reading/writing TEA2016AATdev registers, saving settings to files, and visualizing power metrics. Ringo requires the FT232H USB-I²C interface driver (included in the package) and works on Windows 7–11 (32-bit and 64-bit).

Can the TEA2016DB1519 operate without the USB-I²C interface board?

Yes, the TEA2016DB1519 can operate standalone as a functional 240 W power supply using factory-default TEA2016AATdev settings. However, real-time parameter tuning, waveform monitoring, and configuration updates require the TEA2016DB1514 USB-I²C interface board and Ringo software - both optional but essential for development use.

What safety and compliance standards does the TEA2016DB1519 meet?

The TEA2016DB1519 design meets key regulatory benchmarks: EuP Lot 6 standby power (<450 mW), CoC Tier 2 average efficiency (≥89%), and EN 61000-3-2 harmonic current limits. It is intended for lab evaluation only - not certified for end-product safety standards (e.g., UL/IEC 62368-1) unless integrated into a fully certified system.