Data sheet – GE Industrial Solutions SHHD005A0F Hammerhead Series User Manual
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GE
Data Sheet
SHHD005A0F Hammerhead Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules
18-75Vdc Input; 3.3Vdc, 5A, 15W Output
June 26, 2013
©2012 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
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Figure 16. T
ref
Temperature Measurement Location.
Heat Transfer via Convection
Increased airflow over the module enhances the heat transfer 
via convection. Derating figures showing the maximum output 
current that can be delivered by each module versus local 
ambient temperature (T
A
) for natural convection and up to
3m/s (600 ft./min) are shown in the respective Characteristics 
Curves section. 
Please refer to the Application Note “Thermal Characterization 
Process For Open-Frame Board-Mounted Power Modules” for a 
detailed discussion of thermal aspects including maximum 
device temperatures. 
EMC Requirements
Figure 17 shows a maximum filter configuration to meet the 
conducted emission limits of EN55022 Class B. 
Figure 17. Suggested Configuration for EN55022 Class B.
Ref Des
Filter
C1 , C2, C3
2.2uF/100V
C4, C5
33nF Y cap
L1
4mH CM choke
L2
10uH inductor
Figure 18. EMC signature using above filter, SHHDA. 
For further information on designing for EMC compliance, 
please refer to the FLTR100V10 data sheet (FDS01-043EPS). 
Layout Considerations
The SHHD power module series are low profile in order to be
used in fine pitch system card architectures. As such, 
component clearance between the bottom of the power 
module and the mounting board is limited. Avoid placing 
copper areas on the outer layer directly underneath the power 
module. Also avoid placing via interconnects underneath the 
power module.
For additional layout guide-lines, refer to the FLTR100V10 data 
sheet. 
The SHHD family of power modules is available for either 
Through-Hole (TH) or Surface Mount (SMT) soldering.
Through-Hole Soldering Information
The RoHS-compliant (Z codes) through-hole products use the 
SAC (Sn/Ag/Cu) Pb-free solder and RoHS-compliant 
components. They are designed to be processed through 
single or dual wave soldering machines. The pins have an 
RoHS-compliant finish that is compatible with both Pb and Pb-
free wave soldering processes. A maximum preheat rate of 
3C/s is suggested. The wave preheat process should be such 
that the temperature of the power module board is kept below 
210C. For Pb solder, the recommended pot temperature is 
260C, while the Pb-free solder pot is 270C max. The Through 
Hole module is also compatible with paste-in-hole reflow 
soldering. Refer to the Reflow Soldering Information section for 
process details. If additional information is needed, please 
consult with your GE representative for more details.
Surface Mount Information
Pick and Place
The SHHD-SR series of DC-to-DC power converters use an 
open-frame construction and are designed for surface mount 
assembly within a fully automated manufacturing process. 
The SHHD-SR series modules are designed to use the main 
magnetic component surface to allow for pick and place.