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RT8251
5A, 24V, 570kHz Step-Down Converter
General Description
The RT8251 is a monolithic step-down switch mode converter with a built-in internal power MOSFET. It achieves 5A continuous output current over a wide input supply range with excellent load and line regulation. Current mode operation provides fast transient response and eases loop stabilization.
The RT8251 provides protection functions such as cycle-by-cycle current limiting and thermal shutdown. In shutdown mode, the regulator draws 25μA of supply current. Programmable soft-start minimizes the inrush supply current and the output overshoot at initial startup. The RT8251 requires a minimum number of external components. The RT8251 is available in WQFN-16L 3x3 and SOP-8 (Exposed Pad) packages.
Pin Configurations
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SOP-8 (Exposed Pad)
Features
zWide Operating Input Voltage Range : 4.75V to 24V
zAdjustable Output Voltage Range : 0.8V to 15V
zOutput Current up to 5A
z25μA Low Shutdown Current
zInternal Power MOSFET : 70mΩ
zHigh Efficiency up to 95%
z570kHz Fixed Switching Frequency
zStable with Low ESR Output Ceramic Capacitors
zThermal Shutdown Protection
zCycle-By-Cycle Over Current Protection
zRoHS Compliant and Halogen Free
Applications
zDistributed Power Systems
zBattery Charger
zDSL Modems
zPre-regulator for Linear Regulators
Ordering Information
RT8251
Package Type
QW : WQFN-16L 3x3 (W-Type)
SP : SOP-8 (Exposed Pad-Option 1)
Lead Plating System
G : Green (Halogen Free and Pb Free)
Note :
Richtek products are :
`RoHS compliant and compatible with the current requirements of IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020.
`Suitable for use in SnPb or Pb-free soldering processes.
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is a registered trademark of Richtek Technology Corporation. |
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RT8251
Marking Information
RT8251GQW |
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100nF |
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Figure 2. Typical Application Circuit for SOP-8 (Exposed Pad)
Table 1. Recommended Component Selection
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RC (kΩ) |
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is a registered trademark of Richtek Technology Corporation. |
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RT8251
Functional Pin Description
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WQFN-16L 3x3 |
SOP-8 |
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Power Input. VIN supplies the power to the IC, as well as the |
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step-down converter switches. Connect VIN with a 4.75V to 24V |
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VIN |
power source. Connect VIN to GND with a capacitor that the |
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capacitance is large enough to eliminate noise on the input to the |
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IC. |
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Ground. This pin is the voltage reference for the regulated output |
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voltage. For this reason, care must be taken in its layout. This |
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17 (Exposed Pad) |
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the part. The exposed pad must be soldered to a large PCB and |
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connected to GND for maximum power dissipation. |
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FB |
Feedback Input. An external resistor divider from the output to |
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Compensation Node. This node is the output of the |
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COMP |
transconductance error amplifier and the input to the current |
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comparator. Frequency compensation is done at this node by |
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connecting a series R-C to ground. |
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Enable Input. EN is a digital input that turns the regulator on or |
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EN |
off. Drive EN higher than 1.4V to turn on the regulator, lower |
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Soft-Start Control Input. SS controls the soft start period. |
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Connect a capacitor ( 10nF) from SS to GND to set the |
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Bootstrap. This capacitor CBOOT is needed to drive the power |
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switch’s gate above the supply voltage. It is connected between |
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BOOT |
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switch driver. The voltage across CBOOT is about 5V and is |
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Power Switching Output. SW is the switching node that supplies |
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SW |
power to the output. Connect the output LC filter from SW to the |
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output load. Note that a capacitor is required from SW to BOOT |
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to power the high-side switch. |
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RT8251
Function Block Diagram
VIN |
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Current Sense |
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Oscillator |
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Regulator |
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VA VCC |
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Absolute Maximum Ratings (Note 1)
z Supply Voltage, VIN ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
−0.3V to 26V |
z Switching Voltage, VSW ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
−0.3V to (VIN + 0.3V) |
z BOOT Voltage, VBOOT --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(VSW − 0.3V) to (VSW + 6V) |
z All Other Pins ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
−0.3V to 6V |
z Power Dissipation, PD @ TA = 25°C |
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WQFN-16L 3x3 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
1.471W |
SOP-8 (Exposed Pad) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
1.333W |
z Package Thermal Resistance (Note 2) |
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WQFN-16L 3x3, θJA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
68°C/W |
WQFN-16L 3x3, θJC ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
7.5°C/W |
SOP-8 (Exposed pad), θJA --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
75°C/W |
SOP-8 (Exposed Pad), θJC -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
15°C/W |
z Junction Temperature ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
150°C |
z Lead Temperature (Soldering, 10 sec.) ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
260°C |
z Storage Temperature Range ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
−65°C to 150°C |
z ESD Susceptibility (Note 3) |
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HBM (Human Body Model) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
2kV |
Recommended Operating Conditions |
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z Supply Voltage, VIN ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
4.75V to 24V |
z Enable Voltage, VEN ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
0V to 5.5V |
z Junction Temperature Range ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
−40°C to 125°C |
z Ambient Temperature Range ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
−40°C to 85°C |
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RT8251
Electrical Characteristics
(VIN = 12V, TA = 25°C unless otherwise specified)
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4.75V VIN 24V |
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Duty = 85%; VBOOT−SW = 4.8V |
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Current Sense Transconductance |
GCS |
Output Current to VCOMP |
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Error Amplifier Tansconductance |
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Minimum On-Time |
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UVLO Threshold Rising |
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UVLO Threshold Hysteresis |
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Logic Low |
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ISHDN |
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Soft-Start Current |
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VSS = 0V |
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Note 1. Stresses beyond those listed “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions may affect device reliability.
Note 2. θJA is measured at TA = 25°C on a high effective thermal conductivity four-layer test board per JEDEC 51-7. θJC is measured at the exposed pad of the package.
Note 3. Devices are ESD sensitive. Handling precaution is recommended.
Note 4. The device is not guaranteed to function outside its operating conditions.
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is a registered trademark of Richtek Technology Corporation. |
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Typical Operating Characteristics
Efficiency vs. Load Current
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Load Current (A) |
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Output Voltag Deviation vs. Load Current |
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Deviation |
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0.5 |
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0.5 |
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Voltage |
0 |
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Voltage |
0 |
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Output |
-1 |
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Output |
-1 |
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-1.5 |
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VOUT = 3.3V |
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0.001 |
0.01 |
0.1 |
1 |
10 |
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4 |
6.5 |
9 |
11.5 |
14 |
16.5 |
19 |
21.5 |
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Load Current (A) |
Input Voltage (V) |
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Quiescent Current vs. Temperature
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1.2 |
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(mA) |
1 |
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0.8 |
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Current |
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0.6 |
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Quiescent |
0.4 |
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0.2 |
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0 |
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VIN = 12V |
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-50 |
-25 |
0 |
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50 |
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100 |
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Temperature (°C)
Reference Voltage vs. Temperature
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0.816 |
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0.811 |
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(V) |
0.806 |
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Voltage |
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0.801 |
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Reference |
0.796 |
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0.791 |
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0.786 |
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VIN = 12V |
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-50 |
-25 |
0 |
25 |
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75 |
100 |
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Temperature (°C)
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