SLYT863
April 2025
LM5066I
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Introduction
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Challenges in designing a hot-swap circuit for a 48V AI server
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Challenge No. 1: Turnoff delay during an output short-circuit
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Challenge No. 2: False gate turn-off during a load transient
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Challenge No. 3: Parallel resonance during controlled (slow) turn-on
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Proposed circuit enhancements
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Improving the turn-off response
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Overcoming false turn-off for dynamic loads
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Damping parasitic oscillations
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Design guidelines and component selection
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Cdv/dt discharge circuit
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Conclusion
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References
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Related Websites
Analog Design Journal
Addressing the protection challenges of 48V AI servers using hot-swap controllers