1A Low Dropout CMOS Linear RegulatorsStable with Ceramic Output
Capacitors
General Description
The LP38690/2 low dropout CMOS linear regulators provide
tight output tolerance (2.5% typical), extremely low dropout
voltage (450mV @ 1A load current, V
AC performance utilizing ultra low ESR ceramic output capacitors.
The low thermal resistance of the LLP, SOT-223 and T0-252
packages allow the full operating current to be used even in
high ambient temperature environments.
The use of a PMOS power transistor means that no DC base
drive current is required to bias it allowing ground pin current
to remain below 100 µA regardless of load current, input voltage, or operating temperature.
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of
publication date. Products conform to specifications per
the terms of the Texas Instruments standard warranty.
Production processing does not necessarily include
testing of all parameters.
This is the input supply voltage to the regulator. For LLP devices, both VIN pins must be tied together
for full current operation (500mA maximum per pin).
Circuit ground for the regulator. For the TO-252 and SOT-223 packages this is thermally connected
to the die and functions as a heat sink when the soldered down to a large copper plane.
Output sense pin allows remote sensing at the load which will eliminate the error in output voltage
due to voltage drops caused by the resistance in the traces between the regulator and the load. This
pin must be tied to V
OUT
.
The enable pin allows the part to be turned ON and OFF by pulling this pin high or low.
Regulated output voltage.
LLP Only - The DAP (Exposed Pad) functions as a thermal connection when soldered to a copper
plane. See LLP MOUNTING section in Application Hints for more information.
Order NumberPackage MarkingPackage TypePackage DrawingSupplied As
LP38690SD-1.8L113B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SD-2.5L114B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SD-3.3L115B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SD-5.0L116B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690DT-1.8LP38690DT-1.8TO-252TD03B75 Units per Rail
LP38690DT-2.5LP38690DT-2.5TO-252TD03B75 Units per Rail
LP38690DT-3.3LP38690DT-3.3TO-252TD03B75 Units per Rail
LP38690DT-5.0LP38690DT-5.0TO-252TD03B75 Units per Rail
LP38692SD-1.8L123B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SD-2.5L124B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SD-3.3L125B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SD-5.0L126B6-Lead LLPSDE06A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MP-1.8LJPBSOT-223MP05A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MP-2.5LJRBSOT-223MP05A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MP-3.3LJSBSOT-223MP05A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MP-5.0LJTBSOT-223MP05A1000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SDX-1.8L113B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SDX-2.5L114B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SDX-3.3L115B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690SDX-5.0L116B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690DTX-1.8LP38690DT-1.8TO-252TD03B2500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690DTX-2.5LP38690DT-2.5TO-252TD03B2500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690DTX-3.3LP38690DT-3.3TO-252TD03B2500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38690DTX-5.0LP38690DT-5.0TO-252TD03B2500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SDX-1.8L123B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SDX-2.5L124B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SDX-3.3L125B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692SDX-5.0L126B6-Lead LLPSDE06A4500 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MPX-1.8LJPBSOT-223MP05A2000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MPX-2.5LJRBSOT-223MP05A2000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MPX-3.3LJSBSOT-223MP05A2000 Units Tape and Reel
LP38692MPX-5.0LJTBSOT-223MP05A2000 Units Tape and Reel
For LP38690 Ordering and Availability Information see: http://www.national.com/pf/LP/LP38690.html#Order
For LP38692 Ordering and Availability Information see: http://www.national.com/pf/LP/LP38692.html#Order
If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/ Distributors for
availability and specifications.
Storage Temperature Range−65°C to +150°C
Lead Temp. (Soldering, 5 seconds)260°C
ESD Rating (Note 3)2 kV
Power Dissipation (Note 2)Internally Limited
V(max) All pins (with respect to GND)-0.3V to 12V
I
OUT
Internally Limited
Junction Temperature−40°C to +150°C
Operating Ratings
VIN Supply Voltage2.7V to 10V
Operating Junction
Temperature Range
−40°C to +125°C
Electrical Characteristics Limits in standard typeface are for T
the full operating temperature range. Unless otherwise specified: VIN = V
OUT
= 25°C, and limits in boldface type apply over
J
+ 1V, CIN = C
limits are guaranteed through testing, statistical correlation, or design.
SymbolParameterConditionsMin
-2.52.5
V
O
Output Voltage Tolerance
100 µA < IL < 1A
VO + 1V ≤ VIN ≤ 10V
ΔVO/ΔV
ΔVO/ΔI
L
Output Voltage Line Regulation
IN
(Note 6)
Output Voltage Load Regulation
(Note 7)
VO + 0.5V ≤ VIN ≤ 10V
IL = 25mA
1 mA < IL < 1A
VIN = VO + 1V
(VO = 1.8V)
IL = 1A
(VO = 2.5V)
IL = 0.1A
IL = 1A
VIN - V
OUT
Dropout Voltage (Note 8)
(VO = 3.3V)
IL = 0.1A
IL = 1A
(VO = 5V)
IL = 0.1A
IL = 1A
I
Q
Quiescent Current
VIN ≤ 10V, IL =100 µA - 1A
VEN ≤ 0.4V, (LP38692 Only)
IL(MIN)Minimum Load Current
I
FB
Foldback Current LimitVIN - VO > 5V
VIN - VO ≤ 4V
VIN - VO < 4V1500
PSRRRipple RejectionVIN = VO + 2V(DC), with 1V(p-p) /
VO (LEAK)Output Leakage CurrentVO = VO(NOM) + 1V @ 10V
V
EN
Enable Voltage (LP38692 Only)Output = OFF0.4
IN
0.7
0.512µA
Typ
(Note 4)
MaxUnits
µV/
Output = ON, VIN = 4V1.8
Output = ON, VIN = 6V3.0
Output = ON, VIN = 10V4.0
I
EN
Note 1: Absolute maximum ratings indicate limits beyond which damage to the component may occur. Operating ratings indicate conditions for which the device
is intended to be functional, but do not guarantee specific performance limits. For guaranteed specifications, see Electrical Characteristics. Specifications do not
apply when operating the device outside of its rated operating conditions.
Note 2: At elevated temperatures, device power dissipation must be derated based on package thermal resistance and heatsink values (if a heatsink is used).
The junction-to-ambient thermal resistance ( θ
copper area (less than 0.1 square inch). If one square inch of copper is used as a heat dissipator for the TO-252, the θ
SOT-223 package has a θ
when soldered to a copper area of one square inch. The θ
thermal vias used (refer to application note AN-1187 and the LLP MOUNTING section in this datasheet). If power dissipation causes the junction temperature to
exceed specified limits, the device will go into thermal shutdown.
Note 3: ESD is tested using the human body model which is a 100pF capacitor discharged through a 1.5k resistor into each pin.
Note 4: Typical numbers represent the most likely parametric norm for 25°C operation.
Note 5: If used in a dual-supply system where the regulator load is returned to a negative supply, the output pin must be diode clamped to ground.
Note 6: Output voltage line regulation is defined as the change in output voltage from nominal value resulting from a change in input voltage.
Note 7: Output voltage load regulation is defined as the change in output voltage from nominal value as the load current increases from 1mA to full load.
Note 8: Dropout voltage is defined as the minimum input to output differential required to maintain the output within 100mV of nominal value.
Enable Pin LeakageVEN = 0V or 10V, VIN = 10V-10.0011
) for the TO-252 is approximately 90°C/W for a PC board mounting with the device soldered down to minimum
J-A
of approximately 125°C/W when soldered down to a minimum sized pattern (less than 0.1 square inch) and approximately 70°C/W
J-A
values for the LLP package are also dependent on trace area, copper thickness, and the number of