NC = NOTCONNECT. THIS PIN CAN BE LEFT FLOATING
OR CONNECTED TOGROUND.
TOP VIEW
(Not to Scale)
ADP122
3
GND
1
VOUT
2
NC
4
EN
6
VIN = 2.3VTO 5.5VVOUT = 1.8V
C1
1µF
GND
ON
OFF
VIN
5
NC
C2
1µF
GND
GND
08399-136
NC = NOTCONNECT. THISPIN CAN BE LEFT FLOATING
OR
CONNECTED TO GROUND.
TOP VIEW
(Not to Scale)
ADP123
3
GND
1
VOUT
2
ADJ
4
EN
6
VIN = 2.3VTO 5.5VVOUT = 0.5V(1 + R1/R2)
C1
1µF
GND
ON
OFF
VIN
5
NC
C2
1µF
R1
R2
GND
GND
GND
Data Sheet
FEATURES
Input voltage supply range: 2.3 V to 5.5 V
300 mA maximum output current
Fixed and adjustable output voltage versions
Very low dropout voltage: 85 mV at 300 mA load
Low quiescent current: 45 µA at no load
Low shutdown current: <1 µA
Initial accuracy: ±1% accuracy
Up to 31 fixed-output voltage options available from
1.75 V to 3.3 V
Adjustable-output voltage range
0.8 V to 5.0 V (ADP123)
Excellent PSRR performance: 60 dB at 100 kHz
Excellent load/line transient response
Optimized for small 1.0 μF ceramic capacitors
Current limit and thermal overload protection
Logic controlled enable
Compact packages: 5-lead TSOT and 6-lead 2 mm × 2 mm LFCSP
APPLICATIONS
Digital camera and audio devices
Portable and battery-powered equipment
Automatic meter reading (AMR) meters
GPS and location management units
Medical instrumentation
Point-of-sale equipment
5.5 V Input, 300 mA, Low Quiescent
TYPICAL APPLICATION CIRCUITS
Figure 1. ADP122 with Fixed Output Voltage (TSOT Version)
Figure 2. ADP123 with Adjustable Output Voltage (TSOT Version)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ADP122/ADP123 are low quiescent current, low dropout
linear regulators. They are designed to operate from an input
voltage between 2.3 V and 5.5 V and to provide up to 300 mA of
output current. The low 85 mV dropout voltage at a 300 mA load
improves efficiency and allows operation over a wide input
voltage range.
The low 170 μA of quiescent current at full load makes the ADP122
ideal for battery-operated portable equipment.
The ADP122 is capable of 31 fixed output voltages from 1.75 V
to 3.3 V. The ADP123 is the adjustable version of the device and
allows the output voltage to be set between 0.8 V and 5.0 V by
an external voltage divider.
The ADP122/ADP123 are specifically designed for stable operation
with tiny 1 µF ceramic input and output capacitors to meet the
requirements of high performance, space constrained applications.
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Figure 3. ADP122 with Fixed Output Voltage (LFCSP Version)
Figure 4. ADP123 with Adjustable Output Voltage (LFCSP Version)
The ADP122/ADP123 have an internal soft start that gives a
constant start-up time of 350 µs. Short-circuit protection and
thermal overload protection circuits prevent damage in adverse
conditions. The ADP122/ADP123 are available in a tiny, 5-lead
TSOT package and 6-lead LFCSP package for the smallest
footprint solution to meet a variety of portable applications.
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106, U.S.A.
Tel: 781.329.4700
www.analog.com
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features .............................................................................................. 1
Changes to Ordering Guide .......................................................... 21
10/09—Revision 0: Initial Version
Rev. D | Page 2 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
SPECIFICATIONS
Unless otherwise noted, VIN = (V
C
= 1.0 µF; TA = 25°C.
OUT
Table 1.
Parameter Symbol Test Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE VIN 2.3 5.5 V
OPERATING SUPPLY CURRENT1 I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
SHUTDOWN CURRENT ISD EN = GND 0.1 µA
EN = GND, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 1 µA
OUTPUT VOLTAGE ACCURACY2 V
Fixed Output I
100 µA < I
Adjustable Output I
100 µA < I
LINE REGULATION ∆V
LOAD REGULATION3 ∆V
I
ADJ INPUT BIAS CURRENT ADJ
DROPOUT VOLTAGE4 V
I
I
I
I
I
I
START-UP TIME5 t
CURRENT LIMIT THRESHOLD6 I
THERMAL SHUTDOWN
Thermal Shutdown Threshold TSSD TJ rising 150
Thermal Shutdown Hysteresis TS
EN INPUT
EN Input Logic High VIH 2.3 V ≤ VIN ≤ 5.5 V 1.2 V
EN Input Logic Low VIL 2.3 V ≤ VIN ≤ 5.5 V 0.4 V
EN Input Leakage Current V
EN = VIN or GND, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 1 µA
UNDERVOLTAGE LOCKOUT UVLO
Input Voltage Rising UVLO
Input Voltage Falling UVLO
Hysteresis UVLO
+ 0.3 V) or 2.3 V, whichever is greater; ADJ connected to VOUT; I
OUT
I
GND
OUT
/∆VIN VIN = VIN = 2.3 V to 5.5 V, TJ = −40°C to +125°C −0.05 +0.05 %/V
OUT
/∆I
OUT
OUT
2.3 V ≤ VIN ≤ 5.5 V, ADJ connected to VOUT 15 nA
I-BIAS
DROPOUT
V
STA RT-UP
350 500 650 mA
LIMIT
15
SD-HYS
EN = VIN or GND 0.1 µA
I-LEAKAGE
TJ = −40°C to +125°C 2.1 V
RISE
TJ = −40°C to +125°C 1.5 V
FAL L
TA = 25°C 125 mV
HYS
= 0 µA 45 µA
OUT
= 0 µA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 105 µA
OUT
= 1 mA 60 µA
OUT
= 1 mA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 120 µA
OUT
= 150 mA 130 µA
OUT
= 150 mA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 190 µA
OUT
= 300 mA 170 µA
OUT
= 300 mA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 240 µA
OUT
= 10 mA −1 +1 %
OUT
< 300 mA, VIN = (V
OUT
= −40°C to +125°C
= 10 mA 0.495 0.500 0.505 V
< 300 mA, VIN = 2.3 V to 5.5 V,
OUT
= −40°C to +125°C
= 1 mA to 300 mA 0.0005 %/mA
= 1 mA to 300 mA , TJ = −40°C to +125°C 0.001 %/mA
= 10 mA, V
> 2.3 V 3 mV
OUT
= 10 mA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 5 mV
= 150 mA, V
OUT
> 2.3 V
= 150 mA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 75 mV
= 300 mA, V
OUT
> 2.3V
= 300 mA, TJ = −40°C to +125°C 150 mV
= 3.0 V 350 µs
I
T
T
J
OUT
J
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
+ 0.5 V) to 5.5 V,
OUT
= 10 mA; CIN = 1.0 µF;
OUT
−2 +1.5 %
0.490 0.500 0.5075 V
45 mV
85 mV
°C
°C
Rev. D | Page 3 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
10 Hz to 100 kHz, VIN = 5.5 V, V
= 4.2 V
65 µV rms
Parameter Symbol Test Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
OUTPUT NOISE OUT
10 Hz to 100 kHz, VIN = 5.5 V, V
10 Hz to 100 kHz, VIN = 5.5 V, V
10 Hz to 100 kHz, VIN = 5.5 V, V
POWER SUPPLY REJECTION RATIO PSRR 10 kHz, V
(VIN = V
+ 0.5 V) 10 kHz, V
OUT
10 kHz, V
100 kHz, V
100 kHz, V
100 kHz, V
1
The current from the external resistor divider network in the case of adjustable voltage output (as with the ADP123) should be subtracted from the ground current measured.
2
Accuracy when VOUT is connected directly to ADJ. When VOUT voltage is set by external feedback resistors, absolute accuracy in adjust mode depends on the tolerances of
the resistors used.
3
Based on an endpoint calculation using 1 mA and 300 mA loads.
4
Dropout voltage is defined as the input-to-output voltage differential when the input voltage is set to the nominal output voltage. This applies only for output voltages
greater than 2.3 V.
5
Start-up time is defined as the time between the rising edge of EN to VOUT being at 90% of its nominal value.
6
Current limit threshold is defined as the current at which the output voltage drops to 90% of the specified typical value. For example, the current limit for a 3.3 V
output voltage is defined as the current that causes the output voltage to drop to 90% of 3.3V, or 2.97 V.
10 Hz to 100 kHz, VIN = 5.5 V, V
NOISE
= 3.3 V 60 dB
OUT
= 2.5 V 60 dB
OUT
= 1.8 V 60 dB
OUT
= 3.3 V 60 dB
OUT
= 2.5 V 60 dB
OUT
= 1.8 V 60 dB
OUT
= 1.2 V 25 µV rms
OUT
= 1.8 V 35 µV rms
OUT
= 2.5 V 45 µV rms
OUT
= 3.3 V 55 µV rms
OUT
OUT
RECOMMENDED SPECIFICATIONS
Table 2.
Parameter Symbol Test Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
Minimum Input and Output
Capacitance
1
Capacitor ESR R
1
The minimum input and output capacitance should be greater than 0.70 µF over the full range of operating conditions. The full range of operating conditions in the
application must be considered during device selection to ensure that the minimum capacitance specification is met. X7R and X5R type capacitors are recommended;
Y5V and Z5U capacitors are not recommended for use with any LDO.
TA = −40°C to +125°C 0.70 µF
CAP
MIN
TA = −40°C to +125°C 0.001 1 Ω
ESR
Rev. D | Page 4 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
ADJ to GND
−0.3 V to +4 V
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Table 3.
Parameter Rating
VIN to GND −0.3 V to +6.5 V
EN to GND −0.3 V to +6.5 V
VOUT to GND −0.3 V to VIN
Storage Temperature Range −65°C to +150°C
Operating Ambient Temperature Range −40°C to +125°C
Operating Junction Temperature −40°C to +125°C
Soldering Conditions JEDEC J-STD-020
Stresses above those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may
cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating
only; functional operation of the device at these or any other
conditions above those indicated in the operational section of
this specification is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum
rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
THERMAL DATA
Absolute maximum ratings apply individually only, not in
combination. The ADP122/ADP123 can be damaged when the
junction temperature limits are exceeded. Monitoring ambient
temperature does not guarantee that T
specified temperature limits. In applications with high power
dissipation and poor thermal resistance, the maximum ambient
temperature may have to be derated.
In applications with moderate power dissipation and low PCB
thermal resistance, the maximum ambient temperature can
exceed the maximum limit as long as the junction temperature
is within specification limits. The junction temperature (T
the device is dependent on the ambient temperature (T
power dissipation of the device (P
thermal resistance of the package (θ
Maximum junction temperature (T
ambient temperature (T
) and power dissipation (PD) using the
A
formula
T
= TA + (PD × θJA)
J
The junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (θ
is based on modeling and calculation using a 4-layer board. The
junction-to-ambient thermal resistance is highly dependent on the
will remain within the
J
J
), the
A
), and the junction-to-ambient
D
).
JA
) is calculated from the
J
) of the package
JA
) of
application and board layout. In applications in which high maximum power dissipation exists, close attention to thermal board
design is required. The value of θ
may vary, depending on PCB
JA
material, layout, and environmental conditions. The specified
values of θ
are based on a 4-layer, 4 inch × 3 inch circuit board.
JA
Refer to JESD51-7 for detailed information on the board
construction
Ψ
is the junction-to-board thermal characterization parameter
JB
and is measured in °C/ W. The Ψ
of the package is based on
JB
modeling and calculation using a 4-layer board. The Guidelines forReporting and Using Package Thermal Information: JESD51-12
states that thermal characterization parameters are not the same
as thermal resistances. Ψ
measures the component power flowing
JB
through multiple thermal paths rather than a single path as in
thermal resistance, θ
. Therefore, ΨJB thermal paths include
JB
convection from the top of the package as well as radiation from
the package—factors that make Ψ
applications. Maximum junction temperature (T
from the board temperature (T
more useful in real-world
JB
) is calculated
J
) and power dissipation (PD)
B
using the formula
T
= TB + (PD × ΨJB)
J
Refer to JESD51-8 and JESD51-12 for more detailed information
about Ψ
.
JB
THERMAL RESISTANCE
θJA and ΨJB are specified for the worst-case conditions, that is, a
device soldered in a circuit board for surface-mount packages.
Table 4. Thermal Resistance
Package Type θJA ΨJB Unit
5-Lead TSOT 170 43 °C/W
6-Lead 2 mm × 2 mm LFCSP 68.9 44.1 °C/W
ESD CAUTION
Rev. D | Page 5 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
ADP122
TOP VIEW
(Not to Scale)
1
VIN
2
GND
3
EN
5
VOUT
4
NC
NC = NO CONNECT
08399-004
08399-137
TOP VIEW
(Not to Scal
e)
ADP122
3
GND
1
VOUT
2
NC
4
EN
6
VIN
5
NC
NOTES
1. NC =NOT CONNECT. THIS PIN CAN BE LEFT FLOATING
OR CONNECTED TOGROUND.
2. EXPOSED PAD MUST BE CONNECTED TO GND.
ADP123
TOP VIEW
(Not to Scale)
1
VIN
2
GND
3
EN
5
VOUT
4
ADJ
08399-003
08399-138
TOP VIEW
(Not to Scale)
ADP123
3
GND
1
VOUT
2
ADJ
4
EN
6
NOTES
1. NC =NOT CONNECT. THIS PIN CAN BE LEFTFLOATING
OR CONNECTED TOGROUND.
1 6 1 6 VIN Regulator Input Supply. Bypass VIN to GND with a capacitor of at least 1 µF.
2 3 2 3 GND Ground.
3 4 3 4 EN Enable Input. Drive EN high to turn on the regulator; drive EN low to turn off the
regulator. For automatic startup, connect EN to VIN.
N/A N/A 4 2 ADJ Output Voltage Adjust Input. Connect the midpoint of an external divider from VOUT to
GND to this pin to set the output voltage.
4 2, 5 N/A 5 NC No Connect. These pins are not internally bonded. They can be left floating or connected
to ground.
5 1 5 1 VOUT Regulated Output Voltage. Bypass VOUT to GND with a capacitor of at least 1 µF.
N/A EP N/A EP EPAD Exposed Pad. The exposed pad must be connected to ground.
Rev. D | Page 6 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
3.260
3.265
3.270
3.275
3.280
3.285
3.290
3.295
3.300
–40–52585125
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
(V)
I
OUT
= 100µA
I
OUT
= 1mA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-005
3.2895
3.2900
3.2905
3.2910
3.2915
3.2920
3.2925
3.2930
3.2935
3.2940
3.2945
0.11101001000
I
OUT
(mA)
V
OUT
(V)
08399-006
3.284
3.286
3.288
3.290
3.292
3.294
3.296
V
IN
(V)
V
OUT
(V)
08399-007
3.63.84.04.24.44.64.85.05.25.4
I
OUT
= 100µA
I
OUT
= 1mA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
0
50
100
150
200
250
GROUND CURRENT ( µ A)
–40–52585125
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
I
OUT
= 100µA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
I
OUT
= 1mA
08399-008
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
0.11101001000
I
OUT
(mA)
GROUND CURRENT ( µ A)
08399-009
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
3.63.84.04.24.44.64.85.05.25.4
V
IN
(V)
GROUND CURRENT ( µ A)
I
OUT
= 100µA
I
OUT
= 1mA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-010
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
VIN = 3.6 V, V
= 3.3 V, I
OUT
= 10 mA, CIN = 1.0 µF, C
OUT
= 1.0 µF, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise noted.
OUT
Figure 9. Output Voltage vs. Junction Temperature
Figure 10. Output Voltage vs. Load Current
Figure 12. Ground Current vs. Junction Temperature
Figure 13. Ground Current vs. Load Current
Figure 11. Output Voltage vs. Input Voltage
Figure 14. Ground Current vs. Input Voltage
Rev. D | Page 7 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
0.10
0.15
0.20
0.25
0.30
0.35
0.40
0.45
0.50
–50–250255075100125
TEMPERATURE (°C)
SHUTDOWN CURRE NT (µA)
V
IN
= 3.6V
V
IN
= 3.8V
V
IN
= 4.2V
V
IN
= 4.4V
V
IN
= 5.0V
V
IN
= 5.2V
V
IN
= 5.4V
V
IN
= 5.5V
08399-011
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
1101001000
I
OUT
(mA)
DROPOUT ( mV )
08399-012
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
3.053.103.153.203.253.303.353.403.45
VIN (V)
I
GND
(µA)
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 150mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-014
3.00
3.05
3.10
3.15
3.20
3.25
3.30
3.35
3.053.103.153.203.253.303.353.40
V
IN
(V)
V
OUT
(V)
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 150mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-013
–100
–90
–80
–70
–60
–50
–40
–30
–20
–10
101001k10k100k1M
10M
FREQUENCY ( Hz )
PSRR (dB)
I
OUT
= 100µA
V
IN
= V
OUT
+ 0.5V
V
RIPPLE
= 50mV
C
IN
= C
OUT
1µF
I
OUT
= 1mA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-015
–100
–90
–80
–70
–60
–50
–40
–30
–20
–10
101001k10k100k1M10M
FREQUENCY ( Hz )
PSRR (dB)
I
OUT
= 100µA
V
IN
= V
OUT
+ 0.5V
V
RIPPLE
= 50mV
C
IN
= C
OUT
1µF
I
OUT
= 1mA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-016
Figure 15. Shutdown Current vs. Temperature at Various Input Voltages
Figure 16. Dropout Voltage vs. Load Current
Figure 18. Output Voltage vs. Input Voltage (in Dropout)
Figure 19. Power Supply Rejection Ratio v s. Frequency, V
= 2.8 V, VIN = 3.3 V
OUT
Figure 17. Ground Current vs. Input Voltage (in Dropout)
Figure 20. Power Supply Rejection Ratio v s. Frequency, V
= 3.3 V, VIN = 3.8 V
OUT
Rev. D | Page 8 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
–100
–90
–80
–70
–60
–50
–40
–30
–20
–10
101001k10k100k1M10M
FREQUENCY ( Hz )
PSRR (dB)
I
OUT
= 100µA
V
IN
= V
OUT
+ 0.5V
V
RIPPLE
= 50mV
C
IN
= C
OUT
1µF
I
OUT
= 1mA
I
OUT
= 10mA
I
OUT
= 100mA
I
OUT
= 200mA
I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-017
–100
–90
–80
–70
–60
–50
–40
–30
–20
–10
101001k10k100k1M10M
FREQUENCY ( Hz )
PSRR (dB)
V
OUT
= 2.8V, I
OUT
= 1mA
V
IN
= V
OUT
+ 0.5V
V
RIPPLE
= 50mV
C
IN
= C
OUT
1µF
V
OUT
= 3.3V, I
OUT
= 1mA
V
OUT
= 4.2V, I
OUT
= 1mA
V
OUT
= 2.8V, I
OUT
= 300mA
V
OUT
= 3.3V, I
OUT
= 300mA
V
OUT
= 4.2V, I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-018
–100
–90
–80
–70
–60
–50
–40
–30
–20
–10
101001k10k100k1M10M
FREQUENCY ( Hz )
PSRR (dB)
VIN = 3.1V, I
OUT
= 1mA
V
RIPPLE
= 50mV
C
IN
= C
OUT
1µF
V
IN
= 3.3V, I
OUT
= 1mA
VIN = 3.8V, I
OUT
= 1mA
VIN = 4.8V, I
OUT
= 1mA
VIN = 3.1V, I
OUT
= 300mA
VIN = 3.3V, I
OUT
= 300mA
V
IN
= 3.8V, I
OUT
= 300mA
V
IN
= 4.8V, I
OUT
= 300mA
08399-019
0
1
2
3
4
5
101001k10k100k
FREQUENCY ( Hz )
NOISE (µv/√Hz)
08399-020
V
OUT
= 2.8V
V
OUT
= 3.3V
V
OUT
= 4.2V
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
0.0010.010.11
101001000
I
OUT
(mA)
RMS NOISE (µV)
V
OUT
= 4.2V
V
OUT
= 3.3V
V
OUT
= 2.8V
08399-021
08399-022
CH1 200mA Ω
B
W
CH2 50.0mV
B
W
M 40.0µs A CH1 196mA
1
2
T 10.20%
V
OUT
VIN = 3.7V
V
OUT
= 3.3V
1mA TO 300mA LO AD S TEP
I
OUT
Figure 21. Power Supply Rejection Ratio v s. Frequency, V
= 4.2 V, VIN = 4.7 V
OUT
Figure 24. Output Noise Spectrum
Figure 22. Power Supply Rejection Ratio vs. Frequency, Various Output
Voltages and Load Currents
Figure 23. Power Supply Rejection Ratio vs. Headroom Voltage (VIN − V
V
= 2.8 V
OUT
Figure 25. Output Noise vs. Load Current and Output Voltage
OUT
),
Figure 26. Load Transient Response, C
OUT
= 1 μF
Rev. D | Page 9 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
08399-023
CH1 200mA Ω
B
W
CH2 20.0mV
B
W
M 40.0µs A CH1 196mA
1
2
T 10.40%
V
IN
= 3.7V
V
OUT
= 3.3V
1mA TO 300mA LO AD S TEP
I
OUT
V
OUT
08399-024
CH1 1.00V Ω
B
W
CH2 2.00mV
B
W
M 10.0µs A CH3 2.04V
1
2
T 10.00%
4V TO 4.5V VOLTAGE STEP
V
IN
V
OUT
08399-025
CH1 1.00V
B
W
CH2 2.00mV
B
W
M 10.0µs A CH3 2.04V
1
2
T 9.600%
4V TO 4.5V VOLTAGE STEP
V
IN
V
OUT
Figure 27. Load Transient Response, C
= 4.7 μF
OUT
Figure 29. Line Transient Response, Load Current = 300 mA
Figure 28. Line Transient Response, Load Current = 1 mA
Rev. D | Page 10 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
SHORT CIRCUIT,
UVLO AND
THERMAL
PROTECT
0.5V REFERE NCE
ADP122
SHUTDOWN
VINVOUT
R1
R2
GND
NOTES
1. R1 AND R2 ARE INTERNAL RESISTORS, AVAILABLE ON
THE ADP 122 ONLY.
EN
08399-121
SHORT CIRCUIT,
UVLO AND
THERMAL
PROTECT
0.5V REFERE NCE
SHUTDOWN
VINVOUT
GND
EN
ADJ
08399-122
ADP123
THEORY OF OPERATION
The ADP122/ADP123 are low quiescent current, low-dropout
linear regulators that operate from 2.3 V to 5.5 V and can provide
up to 300 mA of output current. Drawing a low 170 µA of quiescent current (typical) at full load makes the ADP122/ADP123
ideal for battery-operated portable equipment. Shutdown current
consumption is typically 100 nA.
Optimized for use with small 1 µF ceramic capacitors, the
ADP122/ADP123 provide excellent transient performance.
Internally, the ADP122/ADP123 consist of a reference, an error
amplifier, a feedback voltage divider, and a PMOS pass transistor.
Output current is delivered via the PMOS pass device, which is
controlled by the error amplifier. The error amplifier compares
the reference voltage with the feedback voltage from the output
and amplifies the difference. If the feedback voltage is lower than
the reference voltage, the gate of the PMOS device is pulled lower,
allowing more current to pass and increasing the output voltage.
If the feedback voltage is higher than the reference voltage, the
gate of the PMOS device is pulled higher, allowing less current
to pass and decreasing the output voltage.
The adjustable ADP123 has an output voltage range of 0.8 V to
5.0 V. The output voltage is set by the ratio of two external resistors,
as shown in Figure 2. The device servos the output to maintain
the voltage at the ADJ pin at 0.5 V referenced to ground. The
current in R1 is then equal to 0.5 V/R2 and the current in R1 is
the current in R2 plus the ADJ pin bias current. The ADJ pin
bias current, 15 nA at 25°C, flows through R1 into the ADJ pin.
The output voltage can be calculated using the equation:
V
= 0.5 V(1 + R1/R2) + (ADJ
OUT
I-BIAS
)(R1)
The value of R1 should be less than 200 kΩ to minimize errors
in the output voltage caused by the ADJ pin bias current. For
example, when R1 and R2 each equal 200 kΩ, the output voltage
is 1.0 V. The output voltage error introduced by the ADJ pin
bias current is 3 mV or 0.3%, assuming a typical ADJ pin bias
current of 15 nA at 25°C.
Note that in shutdown, the output is turned off and the divider
current is 0.
The ADP122/ADP123 use the EN pin to enable and disable the
VOUT pin under normal operating conditions. When EN is high,
VOUT turns on; when EN is low, VOUT turns off. For automatic
startup, EN can be tied to VIN.
The ADP122/ADP123 are designed for operation with small,
space-saving ceramic capacitors, but these devices can function
with most commonly used capacitors as long as care is taken to
ensure an appropriate effective series resistance (ESR) value. The
ESR of the output capacitor affects the stability of the LDO control
loop. A minimum of 0.70 µF capacitance with an ESR of 1 Ω or
less is recommended to ensure stability of the ADP122/ADP123.
The transient response to changes in load current is also affected by
the output capacitance. Using a larger value of output capacitance
improves the transient response of the ADP122/ADP123 to
dynamic changes in load current. Figure 32 and Figure 33 show
the transient responses for output capacitance values of 1 µF and
4.7 µF, respectively.
Input and Output Capacitor Properties
Any good quality ceramic capacitors can be used with the ADP122/
ADP123, as long as the capacitor meets the minimum capacitance
and maximum ESR requirements. Ceramic capacitors are manufactured with a variety of dielectrics, each with different behavior
over temperature and applied voltage. Capacitors must have an
adequate dielectric to ensure the minimum capacitance over the
necessary temperature range and dc bias conditions. Using an
X5R or X7R dielectric with a voltage rating of 6.3 V or 10 V is
recommended. However, using Y5V and Z5U dielectrics is not
recommended for any LDO, due to their poor temperature and
dc bias characteristics.
Figure 34 depicts the capacitance vs. capacitor voltage bias characteristics of a 0603, 1 µF, 6.3 V X5R capacitor. The voltage stability of
a capacitor is strongly influenced by the capacitor size and the
voltage rating. In general, a capacitor in a larger package or of a
higher voltage rating exhibits better stability. The temperature
variation of the X5R dielectric is about ±15% over the −40°C to
+85°C temperature range and is not a function of package or
voltage rating.
Figure 32. Output Transient Response, C
Input Bypass Capacitor
Connecting a 1 µF capacitor from VIN to GND reduces the circuit
sensitivity to the printed circuit board (PCB) layout, especially
when a long input trace or high source impedance is encountered.
If greater than 1 µF of output capacitance is required, the input
capacitor should be increased to match it.
Figure 33. Output Transient Response, C
OUT
= 1 µF
OUT
= 4.7 µF
Rev. D | Page 12 of 24
Figure 34. Capacitance vs. Capacitor Voltage Bias Characteristics
Equation 1 can be used to determine the worst-case capacitance,
accounting for capacitor variation over temperature, component
tolerance, and voltage.
C
= C × (1 − TEMPCO) × (1 − TOL) (1)
EFF
where:
C
is the effective capacitance at the operating voltage.
EFF
TEMPCO is the worst-case capacitor temperature coefficient.
TOL is the worst-case component tolerance.
In this example, the worst-case temperature coefficient (TEMPCO)
over −40°C to +85°C is assumed to be 15% for an X5R dielectric.
The tolerance of the capacitor (TOL) is assumed to be 10%, and
C is 0.96 μF at 4.2 V from the graph in Figure 34.
Substituting these values in Equation 1 yields
C
= 0.96 μF × (1 − 0.15) × (1 − 0.1) = 0.734 μF
EFF
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
00.20.40.60.81.01.21.41.6
V
EN
V
OUT
08399-230
08399-034
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
1.0
1.1
2.22.73.23.74.24.75.2
V
IN
(V)
ENABLE THRES HOLDS (V)
RISING
FALLING
08399-033
CH1 1.00V CH2 1.00VM200µsA CH1 3.08V
2
1
T 600.000µs
V
OUT
= 2.8V
V
OUT
= 3.3V
V
OUT
= 4.2V
V
IN
= 5V
Therefore, the capacitor chosen in this example meets the
minimum capacitance requirement of the LDO over temperature and tolerance at the chosen output voltage.
To guarantee the performance of the ADP122/ADP123, it is
imperative that the effects of dc bias, temperature, and tolerances
on the behavior of the capacitors are evaluated for each application.
UNDERVOLTAGE LOCKOUT
The ADP122/ADP123 have an internal undervoltage lockout
circuit that disables all inputs and the output when the input
voltage is less than approximately 2 V. This ensures that the
ADP122/ADP123 inputs and the output behave in a predictable
manner during power-up.
ENABLE FEATURE
The ADP122/ADP123 uses the EN pin to enable and disable the
VOUT pin under normal operating conditions. As shown in
Figure 35, when a rising voltage on EN crosses the active threshold,
VOUT turns on. Conversely, when a falling voltage on EN crosses
the inactive threshold, VOUT turns off.
Figure 36. Typical EN Pin Thresholds vs. Input Voltage
The ADP122/ADP123 utilize an internal soft start to limit the
in-rush current when the output is enabled. The start-up time
for the 2.8 V option is approximately 350 µs from the time the
EN active threshold is crossed to when the output reaches 90%
of its final value. As shown in Figure 37, the start-up time is
dependent on the output voltage setting and increases slightly
as the output voltage increases.
Figure 35. Typical EN Pin Operation
As shown in Figure 35, the EN pin has built-in hysteresis. This
prevents on/off oscillations that may occur due to noise on the
EN pin as it passes through the threshold points.
The active and inactive thresholds of the EN pin are derived from
the VIN voltage. Therefore, these thresholds vary as the input
voltage changes. Figure 36 shows typical EN active and inactive
thresholds when the VIN voltage varies from 2.3 V to 5.5 V.
Figure 37. Typical Start-Up Time
Rev. D | Page 13 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
CURRENT LIMIT AND THERMAL OVERLOAD
PROTECTION
The ADP122/ADP123 are protected from damage due to excessive
power dissipation by current and thermal overload protection
circuits. The ADP122/ADP123 are designed to limit the current
when the output load reaches 500 mA (typical). When the output
load exceeds 500 mA, the output voltage is reduced to maintain
a constant current limit.
Thermal overload protection is included, which limits the junction
temperature to a maximum of 150°C typical. Under extreme conditions (that is, high ambient temperature and power dissipation),
when the junction temperature starts to rise above 150°C, the
output is turned off, reducing output current to zero. When the
junction temperature cools to less than 135°C, the output is turned
on again and the output current is restored to its nominal value.
Consider the case where a hard short from VOUT to GND occurs.
At first, the ADP122/ADP123 limit the current so that only 500 mA
is conducted into the short. If self-heating causes the junction
temperature to rise above 150°C, thermal shutdown activates,
turning off the output and reducing the output current to zero.
When the junction temperature cools to less than 135°C, the
output turns on and conducts 500 mA into the short, again
causing the junction temperature to rise above 150°C. This
thermal oscillation between 135°C and 150°C results in a current
oscillation between 500 mA and 0 mA that continues as long as
the short remains at the output.
Current and thermal limit protections are intended to protect the
device from damage due to accidental overload conditions. For
reliable operation, the device power dissipation must be externally
limited so that the junction temperature does not exceed 125°C.
THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS
To guarantee reliable operation, the junction temperature of the
ADP122/ADP123 must not exceed 125°C. To ensure that the
junction temperature is less than this maximum value, the user
needs to be aware of the parameters that contribute to junction
temperature changes. These parameters include ambient temperature, power dissipation in the power device, and thermal
resistances between the junction and ambient air (θ
of θ
is dependent on the package assembly compounds used
JA
and the amount of copper to which the GND pins of the package
are soldered on the PCB. Table 6 shows typical θ
5-lead TSOT package and 6-lead LFCSP package for various
PCB copper sizes.
The typical ΨJB values are 42.8°C/W for TSOT packages and
44.1°C/W for LFCSP packages.
The junction temperature of the ADP122/ADP123 can be
calculated from the following equation:
T
= TA + (PD × θJA) (2)
J
where:
T
is the ambient temperature.
A
P
is the power dissipation in the die, given by
D
P
= [(VIN − V
D
OUT
) × I
] + (VIN × I
LOAD
) (3)
GND
where:
I
is the load current.
LOAD
I
is the ground current.
GND
V
and V
IN
are input and output voltages, respectively.
OUT
The power dissipation due to ground current is quite small and
can be ignored. Therefore, the junction temperature equation
can be simplified as follows:
T
= TA + {[(VIN − V
J
OUT
) × I
] × θJA} (4)
LOAD
As shown in Equation 4, for a given ambient temperature, inputto-output voltage differential, and continuous load current, there
exists a minimum copper size requirement for the PCB to ensure
that the junction temperature does not rise above 125°C. Figure 38
through Figure 44 show junction temperature calculations for
different ambient temperatures, load currents, V
IN
to V
OUT
differentials, and areas of PCB copper.
In cases where the board temperature is known, the thermal
characterization parameter, Ψ
ction temperature rise. The maximum junction temperature (T
calculated from the board temperature (T
(P
) using the formula
D
T
= TB + (PD × ΨJB) (5)
J
, can be used to estimate the jun-
JB
) and power dissipation
B
) is
J
Rev. D | Page 14 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– VIN (V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 10mA
I
LOAD
= 25mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
08399-128
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– VIN (V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 10mA
I
LOAD
= 25mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
08399-129
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– V
IN
(V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 10mA
I
LOAD
= 25mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
08399-130
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– VIN (V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 10mA
I
LOAD
= 25mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
08399-131
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE CALCULATIONS FOR TSOT PACKAGE
Figure 38. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
Figure 39. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
500 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 25°C
2
100 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 25°C
Figure 40. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
Figure 41. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
0 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 25°C
2
500 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 50°C
Rev. D | Page 15 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– V
IN
(V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 25mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
I
LOAD
= 10mA
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
08399-132
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– VIN (V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 25mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
I
LOAD
= 10mA
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
08399-133
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JUNCTION T E M P E RATURE (°C)
V
IN
– V
OUT
(V)
I
LOAD
= 1mA
I
LOAD
= 10mA
I
LOAD
= 50mA
I
LOAD
= 100mA
I
LOAD
= 150mA
I
LOAD
= 250mA
I
LOAD
= 300mA
T
J
MAX
0.40.81.21.62.02.42.8
08399-134
Figure 42. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
100 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 50°C
Figure 44. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
Board Temperature = 85°C
Figure 43. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
0 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 50°C
Rev. D | Page 16 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C)
TJMAX
V
OUT
– VIN(V)
08399-139
25mA
100mA
150mA
300mA
1mA
10mA
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C)
TJMAX
V
OUT
– VIN(V)
08399-140
25mA
100mA
150mA
300mA
1mA
10mA
3.0
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0.51.01.52.02.5
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C)
T
J
MAX
V
OUT
– V
IN
(V)
08399-141
25mA
100mA
150mA
300mA
1mA
10mA
0
20
60
80
100
120
140
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C)
TJMAX
V
OUT
– VIN(V)
08399-142
25mA
100mA
150mA
300mA
1mA
10mA
40
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE CALCULATIONS FOR LFCSP PACKAGE
Figure 45. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
Figure 46. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
500 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 25°C
2
100 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 25°C
Figure 47. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
Figure 48. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
500 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 50°C
2
100 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 50°C
Rev. D | Page 17 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
150mA
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0.51.01.
52.02.53.0
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C
)
V
OUT
– V
IN
(V)
T
J
MAX
08399-143
25mA
100mA
300mA
1mA
10mA
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0.51.01.52.02.53.0
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– V
IN
(V)
T
J
MAX
08399-145
25mA
100mA
150mA
300mA
1mA
10mA
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0.4
0.81.21.62.0
2.42.8
JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (°C)
V
OUT
– V
IN
(V)
25mA
100mA
150mA
300
mA
T
J
MAX
1mA
10mA
08399-144
Figure 49. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
0 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 25°C
Figure 51. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
Board Temperature = 85°C
Figure 50. Junction Temperature vs. Power Dissipation,
2
0 mm
of PCB Copper, TA = 50°C
Rev. D | Page 18 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
08399-041
08399-042
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS
Heat dissipation from the package can be improved by increasing
the amount of copper attached to the pins of the ADP122/ADP123.
Howeve r, as shown in Ta b l e 6, a point of diminishing returns
eventually is reached, beyond which an increase in the copper
size does not yield significant heat dissipation benefits.
The input capacitor should be placed as close as possible to the
VIN and GND pins, and the output capacitor should be placed
as close as possible to the VOUT and GND pins. Use of 0402 or
0603 size capacitors and resistors achieves the smallest possible
footprint solution on boards where the area is limited.
Figure 52. Example ADP122 PCB Layout
Figure 53. Example ADP123 PCB Layout
Rev. D | Page 19 of 24
ADP122/ADP123 Data Sheet
100708-A
*
COMPLI ANT TO JEDEC STANDARDS MO-193-AB WITH
THE EXCEPTION OF P ACKAGE HEIGHT AND THICKNESS.
1.60 BSC
2.80 BSC
1.90
BSC
0.95 BSC
0.20
0.08
0.60
0.45
0.30
8°
4°
0°
0.50
0.30
0.10 MAX
*
1.00 MAX
*
0.90 MAX
0.70 MIN
2.90 BSC
54
123
SEATING
PLANE
1.70
1.60
1.50
0.425
0.350
0.275
TOP VIEW
6
1
4
3
0.35
0.30
0.25
BOTTOM VIEW
PIN 1 INDEX
AREA
SEATING
PLANE
0.60
0.55
0.50
1.10
1.00
0.90
0.20 REF
0.05 MAX
0.02 NOM
2.00
BSC SQ
0.65 BSC
EXPOSED
PAD
PIN 1
INDICA
TOR
(R 0.15)
FOR PROP E R CONNECTION OF
THE EXPOSED PAD, REFER TO
THE PIN CO NFIGURATI ON AND
FUNCTIO N DE S CRIPTIONS
SECTION OF THIS DATA SHEET.
07-11-2011-B
0.175 REF
OUTLINE DIMENSIONS
Figure 54. 5-Lead Thin Small Outline Transistor Package [TSOT]
(UJ-5)
Dimensions shown in millimeters
Figure 55. 6-Lead Lead Frame Chip Scale Package [LFCSP_UD]
2.00 mm× 2.00 mm Body, Ultra Thin, Dual Lead
(CP-6-3)
Dimensions shown in millimeters
Rev. D | Page 20 of 24
Data Sheet ADP122/ADP123
Model1
Temperature Range
Output Voltage (V)2
Package Description
Package Option
Branding
ADP122ACPZ-2.8-R7
–40°C to +125°C
2.8
6-Lead LFCSP_UD
CP-6-3
LEA
ORDERING GUIDE
ADP122AUJZ-1.8-R7 –40°C to +125°C 1.8 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LJS
ADP122AUJZ-2.5-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.5 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LE6
ADP122AUJZ-2.7-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.7 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LE9
ADP122AUJZ-2.8-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.8 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LEA
ADP122AUJZ-2.85-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.85 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LEC
ADP122AUJZ-2.9-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.9 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LED
ADP122AUJZ-3.0-R7 –40°C to +125°C 3.0 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LEE
ADP122AUJZ-3.3-R7 –40°C to +125°C 3.3 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LEF
ADP122ACPZ-1.8-R7 –40°C to +125°C 1.8 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LJS
ADP122ACPZ-2.0-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.0 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LJT
ADP122ACPZ-2.5-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.5 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LE6
ADP122ACPZ-2.6-R7 –40°C to +125°C 2.6 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LJU
ADP122ACPZ-3.0-R7 –40°C to +125°C 3.0 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LEE
ADP122ACPZ-3.3-R7 –40°C to +125°C 3.3 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LEF
ADP123AUJZ-R7 –40°C to +125°C 0.8 to 5.0 (Adjustable) 5-Lead TSOT UJ-5 LEG
ADP123ACPZ-R7 –40°C to +125°C 0.8 to 5.0 (Adjustable) 6-Lead LFCSP_UD CP-6-3 LEG
ADP122-3.3-EVALZ 3.3 Evaluation Board
ADP123-EVALZ Adjustable Evaluation Board
ADP122UJZ-REDYKIT REDYKIT 2.5,3.3 REDYKIT
1
Z = RoHS Compliant Part.
2
Up to 31 fixed-output voltage options from 1.75 V to 3.3 V are available. For additional voltage options, contact a local Analog Devices, Inc., sales or distribution