The APL5325 is a P-channel low dropout linear regulator
which needs only one input voltage from 3 to 6V, and
delivers current up to 300mA to set output voltage. It also
can work with low ESR ceramic capacitors and is ideal for
using in the battery-powered applications such as notebook computers and cellular phones. Typical dropout voltage is only 300mV at 300mA loading.
Current limit with current foldback and thermal shutdown
functions protect the device against c urrent over-loads
and over temperature. The APL5325 is available in a SOT23-5 package.
Pin Configuration
SHDN 1
GND 2
VIN 3
SOT-23-5
5 SET
4 VOUT
•Notebook and Personal Computers
Simplified Application Circuit
V
IN
C
IN
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Assembly Material
Handling Code
Temperature Range
Package Code
Package Code
B: SOT-23-5
Operating Ambient Temperature Range
I : -40 to 85 oC
Handling Code
TR : Tape & Reel
Assembly Material
L : Lead Free Device
G : Halogen and Lead Free Device
APL5325 B :
25RXXXXXXX - Date Code
Note: ANPEC lead-free products contain molding compounds/die attach materials and 100% matte tin plate termination finish; which
are fully compliant with RoHS. ANPEC lead-free products meet or exceed the lead-free requirements of IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020C for
MSL classification at lead-free peak reflow temperature. ANPEC defines “Green” to mean lead-free (RoHS compliant) and halogen
free (Br or Cl does not exceed 900ppm by weight in homogeneous material and total of Br and Cl does not exceed 1500ppm by
weight).
Absolute Maximum Ratings (Note 1)
Symbol Parameter Rating Unit
V
IN
V
SHDN
P
D
T
J
T
STG
T
SDR
Note 1: Absolute Maximum Ratings are those values beyond which the life of a device may be impaired. Exposure to absolute
maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
VIN Supply Voltage (VIN to GND) -0.3 ~ 6.5 V
SHDN Input Voltage (SHDN to GND) -0.3 ~ 6.5 V
Power Dissipation Internally Limited W
Junction Temperature -40 ~ 150
Storage Temperature -65 ~ 150
Maximum Lead Soldering Temperature, 10 Seconds 260
o
C
o
C
o
C
Thermal Characteristics
Symbol Parameter Typical Value Unit
θJA
θJC
Thermal Resistance-Junction to Ambient
Thermal Resistance-Junction to Case
Note 2 : θJA is measured with the component mounted on a high effective thermal conductivity test board in free air.
The APL5325 is an adjustable low dropout linear
regulator. The output voltage set by the resistor-divider is
determined by:
R1
OUT
Where R1 is connec ted from VOUT to SET with Kelvin
sensing and R2 is connected from SET to GND. The recommended value of R2 is in the range of 100 to100kΩ.
An error amplifier works with a temperature compensated
0.8V reference and an output PM OS regulates the output
to the presetting voltage. The error amplifier is designed
with high bandwidth and DC gain provides very fast transient response and less load regulation. It compares the
reference with the feedback voltage and amplifies the difference to drive the output PMOS which provides load
current from VIN to VOUT.
+⋅=
10.8 V
R2
Thermal Shutdown
A thermal shutdown c ircuit limits the junction temperature of APL5325. When the junction temperature exceeds
+160οC, a thermal sensor turns off the output PMOS, allowing the device to cool down. The regulator regulates
the output again through initiation of a new soft-start cycle
after the junction temperature is c ooled down by 40oC.
The thermal shutdown is designed with a 40oC hysteresis to lower the av erage junction temperature during
continuous thermal overload c onditions, extending lifetime of the device.
For normal operation, device power diss ipation should
be externally limited so that junction temperature will not
exceed 125oC.
Shutdown Control
The APL5325 has an active-low shutdown function. Force
SHDN high (>1.6V) enables the V
(<0.4V) disables the V
. SHDN is internally pulled low
OUT
; force SHDN low
OUT
by a resistor (3mΩ typical). If it is not used, connect to VIN
for normal operation.
The APL5325 requires proper input capacitors to supply
surge c urrent during stepping load transients to prevent
the input rail from dropping . Because the parasitic inductor from the voltage sources or other bulk capacitors to
the VIN limit the slew rate of the surge current, place the
Input capacitors near VIN as close as possible. Input capacitors should be larger than 1µF and a minimum ceramic capacitor of 1µF is necess ary.
Output Capacitor
The APL5325 needs a proper output capacitor to maintain circuit stability and to improve transient response over
temperature and current. In order to insure the circuit
stability, the proper output capacitor value should be larger
than 2.2µF. With X5R and X7R dielectrics, 2.2µF is sufficient at all operating temperatures. Large output capacitor value can reduce noise and improve load-transient
respons e and PSRR, however, it also affects power on
issue. Equation (1) shows the relationship between the
maximum C
OUT(max)
Where the unit of C
value and the V
OUT
19.5
101C−=
V
OUT
is µF and V
OUT
.
OUT
is V. Figure 1 shows
OUT
the curve of maximum output capacitor over the output
voltage. The output voltage range is from 0.8 to 5.5V and
the output capacitor value should under the line. Output
capacitors must be placed at the load and the ground pin
as c lose as possible and the impedance of the layout
must be minimized.
120
110
F)
100
90
Operation Region and Power Dissipation
The APL5325 maximum power dissipation depends on
the thermal resistance and temperature difference between the die junction and ambient air. The power dissipation PD across the device is:
PD = (TJ - TA) / θ
JA
where (TJ-TA) is the temperature difference between the
junction and ambient air. θJA is the thermal resistance
between Junction and ambient air. Ass uming the
TA=25oC and maximum TJ=160oC (typical thermal limit
threshold), the maximum power dissipation is calculated as:
P
=(160-25)/240
D(max)
= 0.56(W)
For normal operation, do not exceed the maximum junction temperature rating of TJ = 125 oC. The calculated power
diss ipation should less than:
PD =(125-25)/240
= 0.41(W)
The GND provides an electrical connection to the ground
and channels heat away. Connect the GND to the ground
by using a large pad or a ground plane.
Layout Consideration
Figure 2 illustrates the layout. Below is a check list for
your layout:
1. Please place the input capacitors close to the VIN.
2. Ceramic c apacitors for load must be placed near the
load as clos e as possible.
3. To place APL5325 and output capacitors near the load
is good for performance.
4. Large current paths, the bold lines in figure 2, must
have wide tracks.
5. Divider resistor R1 and R2 must be placed near the