The AME8801/8840 family of positive, linear regulators
feature low quiescent current (30µA typ.) with low dropout voltage, making them ideal for battery applications.
The space-saving SOT-23-5 package is attractive for
"Pocket" and "Hand Held" applications.
These rugged devices have both Thermal Shutdown,
and Current Fold-back to prevent device failure under
the "Worst" of operating conditions.
In applications requiring a low noise, regulated supply,
place a 1000 pF capacitor between Bypass and Ground.
The AME8801 is stable with an output capacitance of
2.2µF or greater.
300mA CMOS LDO
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n Features
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l Very Low Dropout Voltage
l Guaranteed 300mA Output
l Accurate to within 1.5%
l 30µA Quiescent Current
l Over-Temperature Shutdown
l Current Limiting
l Short Circuit Current Fold-back
l Noise Reduction Bypass Capacitor
l Power-Saving Shutdown Mode
l Space-Saving SOT-25 (SOT-23-5) Package
l Factory Pre-set Output Voltages
l Low Temperature Coefficient
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n Functional Block Diagram
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IN
Overcurrent
Shutdown
Thermal
Shutdown
EN
BYP
=1.215V
V
ref
AMP
R1
R2
OUT
GND
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n Applications
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l Instrumentation
l Portable Electronics
l Wireless Devices
l Cordless Phones
l PC Peripherals
l Battery Powered Widgets
l Electronic Scales
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n T ypical Application
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INPUT
C1
5V
1µF
IN
AME8801
GND
C2
1nF
OUT
ENBYP
OUTPUT
C3
2.2
µ
F
1
Analog Microelectronics, Inc.
AME8801/8812/8840
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n Pin Configuration
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AME8801
SOT-25 Top View
5
132
1. V
IN
2. G ND5. OUT
3. E N
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n Ordering Information
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4
4. BYP
1. OUT_14.EN
2. GND5. V
3. BYP 6. OUT_2
AME8801
SOT-26 Top View
645
132
IN
AME8812
SOT-25 Top View
5
132
4
1. EN4. OUT
2. GND5. BYP
3. V
IN
300mA CMOS LDO
AME8840
SOT-25 Top View
5
132
1. EN4. OUT
2. GND5. V
3. BYP
4
IN
Part NumberMarkingOutput VoltagePackageOperating Temp. Range
The AME8801/8840 family of CMOS regulators contain
a PMOS pass transistor, voltage reference, error amplifier, over-current protection, and thermal shutdown.
The P-channel pass transistor receives data from the
error amplifier, over-current shutdown, and thermal protection circuits. During normal operation, the error amplifier compares the output voltage to a precision reference. Over-current and Thermal shutdown circuits become active when the junction temperature exceeds
150oC, or the current exceeds 300mA. During thermal
shutdown, the output voltage remains low. Normal operation is restored when the junction temperature drops
below 120oC.
The AME8801/8840 switches from voltage mode to current mode when the load exceeds the rated output current. This prevents over-stress. The AME8801/8840
also incorporates current foldback to reduce power dissipation when the output is short circuited. This feature
becomes active when the output drops below 0.8volts,
and reduces the current flow by 65%. Full current is
restored when the voltage exceeds 0.8 volts.
300mA CMOS LDO
A third capacitor can be connected between the BYPASS pin and GND. This capacitor can be a low cost
Polyester Film variety between the value of 0.001~
0.01µF. A larger capacitor improves the AC ripple re-
jection, but also makes the output come up slowly . This
"Soft" turn-on is desirable in some applications to limit
turn-on surges.
All capacitors should be placed in close proximity to
the pins. A "Quiet" ground termination is desirable.
This can be achieved with a "Star" connection.
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n Enable
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The Enable pin normally floats high. When actively,
pulled low, the PMOS pass transistor shuts off, and all
internal circuits are powered down. In this state, the
quiescent current is less than 1µA. This pin behaves
much like an electronic switch.
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n External Capacitors
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The AME8801/8840 is stable with an output capacitor to
ground of 2.2µF or greater. Ceramic capacitors have
the lowest ESR, and will offer the best AC performance.
Conversely, Aluminum Electrolytic capacitors exhibit
the highest ESR, resulting in the poorest AC response.
Unfortunately , large value ceramic capacitors are comparatively expensive. One option is to parallel a 0.1µF
ceramic capacitor with a 10µF Aluminum Electrolytic.
The benefit is low ESR, high capacitance, and low overall cost.
A second capacitor is recommended between the input
and ground to stabilize Vin. The input capacitor should
be at least 0.1µF to have a beneficial effect.
These products of Analog Microelectronics, Inc. are not authorized for use as critical components in life-
support devices or systems, without the express written approval of the president
of Analog Microelectronics, Inc.
Analog Microelectronics, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the circuitry and specifications of its
devices and advises its customers to obtain the latest version of relevant information.
Analog Microelectronics, Inc. , August 2001
Document: 2006-DS8801/8812/8840-E
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