XRK RTR TPA3255 Reference class D Amp GB2

[CBRworm]

You are correct, that was enough to get me started. I have amplified sound with it. At this point, I am using inexpensive speakers in case something doesn't work, but the sound quality seems to be good - I don't hear any noise, and I haven't tried any heroic attempts at noise rejection. I'm driving it directly with the balanced output of a Motu M4. I haven't done anything with the BTSB board yet, it seems some parts on the BOM are back ordered. The M4 will provide a +18db output, which should be sufficient for the time being.

I need to make/find a proper heatsink.

Thanks!

 

[xrk971]

You might look here:
TPA3255 Reference Design Class D Amp GB

Another way is to find a small heatsink about 100mm long x 25mm wide and drill and tap two M3 holes 36mm apart. Use two Amp brand 0.250 Faston tabs as thermal spacers with thermal paste compound to elevate the heatsink above the nearby parts.

You could even use a small GPU cooler and connect to the on board 12v:

TPA3255 Reference Design Class D Amp GB

 

[CBRworm]

Yeah, I’ve been looking at that drawing you made of the spacer block and the CAD file that is on that page you linked. I plan to take those dimensions and either get an interface block made or get one of my heatsinks milled to match. I like the idea of the interface block for easy ground isolation between the heatsink and the interface block.

I ran it with a small heat sink for a little while, the heatsink pretty quickly exceeded 70c.

Luckily for me, I already have piles of the connectors and the proper tools for the connectors you chose. They just happen to match ATX pc power connectors. The 4 pin mini connector is an ATX cpu connector with the polarity reversed, the 6 pin speaker connections are mates for PCIe power connectors, and the balanced input connectors match 3 pin fan connectors, which I appreciate.

 

[xrk971]

I think I provide all amp shipments with a bag containing a complete set of two 6-pin connectors and crimp terminals, one 4-pin and terminals, and two three pin audio input and terminals. You do need your own crimp tool thouugh.

You are right though, PC motherboard power connectors is where this stuff is used and is very reliable.

 

[CBRworm]

Yep, I got the bag of parts - everything I needed was included. I just appreciate that they are all standard connectors since I have an endless supply of them and the required tools.

 

[xrk971]

Hi folks, for updates on the commercial version of this amp fully built and ready to use please see my Forum here:
TPA3255 Reference Design Class D Amp with PFFB

The rear panel is sometimes more beautiful than the front panel

 

[xrk971]

The first production unit of the Warp-1 amp is here and it looks and sounds stunning.

More info here:
TPA3255 Reference Design Class D Amp with PFFB

Rear panel with Viborg solid copper binding posts, RCA and TRS/XLR inputs via BTSB Panel Mount buffer board:

 

[stretchneck]

Sweet - please provide a link to order once live.

 

[xrk971]

I have a batch of these nicely CNC made thermal transfer blocks designed for this amp. I’ll put them in my shop. Notice that all surfaces are milled flat. They are designed for proper stack up height using 10mm M3 brass standoffs on the PCB with this block and 0.5mm to 1.0mm thick silicone (electrical insulator) thermally conductive pad between the chassis and the block. The block is held onto the PCB with two M3 screws from above. Make sure you use thermal compound between the block and the TPA3255 chip thermal pad.

 

[xrk971]

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[xrk971]

Review of Warp-1 amp just came out on TONE.

REVIEW – The LSA Warp 1 Power Amplifier – Reviews | TONEAudio MAGAZINE

 

[xrk971]

I made an 8 channel amp with 4 of these amp modules. It’s using a MicroAudio 1000w SMPS with PFC. This is a for a pro sound rig with DSP active speakers, and I have disabled the PFFB in order to get maximum power out of the amps with 22dB gain.

 

[xrk971]

In case anyone is interested in getting the thermal heat transfer blocks, they are now available in my shop.

Heat Transfer Spacer for RTR TPA3255 Amp | Etsy

 

[xrk971]

New review of LSA Warp-1 amp on SBAF just came out. The Warp -1 uses the RTR TPA3255 amp and BTSB as the core.

LSA "Discovery Warp One" Class D Power Amp Impressions | Super Best Audio Friends

 

[turion64]

Hi X! Now that I see the 3255 amps are being shipped, is there a general startup/test guide associated with them? For instance, should we always make sure there is either a 4 or 8 ohm load attached to the outputs? Should we (at least) have your SE-to-Balanced output circuit in place on the balanced inputs? What LED sequence should we be seeing on test power up? 36 or 42-46V for the best output from your amp?

Thanks, Pete

 

[xrk971]

Great questions. I’ll put something together like a “User’s guide” soon.

It might be accompanied with a video and that may be more helpful for some. I’ll make a video the next time I test an amp prior to shipment.

 

[turion64]

New review of LSA Warp-1 amp on SBAF just came out. The Warp -1 uses the RTR TPA3255 amp and BTSB as the core.

LSA "Discovery Warp One" Class D Power Amp Impressions | Super Best Audio Friends

"The LSA has a really really great sense of plankton to the sound for a lack of a better word."

What in God's name is "plankton?" 🤣