LP2950-N/LP2951-N Series of Adjustable Micropower Voltage Regulators
Check for Samples: LP2950-N, LP2951-N
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FEATURES
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•5V, 3V, and 3.3V Versions Available
•High Accuracy Output Voltage
•Ensured 100 mA Output Current
•Extremely Low Quiescent Current
•Low Dropout Voltage
•Extremely Tight Load and Line Regulation
•Very Low Temperature Coefficient
•Use as Regulator or Reference
•Needs Minimum Capacitance for Stability
•Current and Thermal Limiting
•Stable With Low-ESR Output Capacitors (10
mΩ to 6Ω)
LP2951-N VERSIONS ONLY
•Error Flag Warns of Output Dropoutsecond feature is the logic-compatible shutdown input
•Logic-Controlled Electronic Shutdown
•Output Programmable From 1.24 to 29V
DESCRIPTION
The LP2950-N and LP2951-N are micropower
voltage regulators with very low quiescent current (75
μA typ.) and very low dropout voltage (typ. 40 mV at
light loads and 380 mV at 100 mA). They are ideally
suitedforuseinbattery-poweredsystems.
Furthermore, the quiescent current of the LP2950N/LP2951-N increases only slightly in dropout,
prolonging battery life.
The LP2950-N-5.0 is available in the surface-mount
PFM package, and in the popular 3-pin TO-92
package for pin-compatibility with older 5V regulators.
The 8-lead LP2951-N is available in plastic, ceramic
dual-in-line, WSON, or metal can packages and
offers additional system functions.
One such feature is an error flag output which warns
of a low output voltage, often due to falling batteries
on the input. It may be used for a power-on reset. A
which enables the regulator to be switched on and
off. Also, the part may be pin-strapped for a 5V, 3V,
or 3.3V output (depending on the version), or
programmed from 1.24V to 29V with an external pair
of resistors.
Careful design of the LP2950-N/LP2951-N has
minimized all contributions to the error budget. This
includes a tight initial tolerance (.5% typ.), extremely
good load and line regulation (.05% typ.) and a very
low output voltage temperature coefficient, making
the part useful as a low-power voltage reference.
Block Diagram and Typical Applications
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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.
These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam
during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates.
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Input Supply Voltage - SHUTDOWN Input Voltage Error Comparator Output Voltage
FEEDBACK Input Voltage
(3)(4)
(1)(2)
(3)
−0.3 to +30V
−1.5 to +30V
Power DissipationInternally Limited
Junction Temperature (TJ)+150°C
Ambient Storage Temperature−65° to +150°C
Soldering Dwell Time, TemperatureWave4 seconds, 260°C
(1) Absolute Maximum Ratings are limits beyond which damage to the device may occur. Operating Ratings are conditions under which
operation of the device is specified. Operating Ratings do not imply ensured performance limits. For ensured performance limits and
associated test conditions, see the Electrical Characteristics tables.
(2) If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/Distributors for availability and
specifications.
(3) May exceed input supply voltage.
(4) When used in dual-supply systems where the output terminal sees loads returned to a negative supply, the output voltage should be
diode-clamped to ground.
(5) Human Body Model (HBM) is 1.5 kΩ in series with 100 pF; LP2950-N passes 2.5 kV (HBM) ESD; LP2951-N passes 2.5 kV (HBM)
LP2951−55° to +150°C
LP2951AC-XX, LP2951C-XX−40° to +125°C
(1) Absolute Maximum Ratings are limits beyond which damage to the device may occur. Operating Ratings are conditions under which
operation of the device is specified. Operating Ratings do not imply ensured performance limits. For ensured performance limits and
associated test conditions, see the Electrical Characteristics tables.
(2) The junction-to-ambient thermal resistances are as follows: 180°C/W and 160°C/W for the TO-92 package with 0.40 inch and 0.25 inch
leads to the printed circuit board (PCB) respectively, 105°C/W for the molded PDIP (P), 130°C/W for the ceramic DIP (NAB), 160°C/W
for the molded plastic SOIC (D), 200°C/W for the molded plastic VSSOP (DGK), and 160°C/W for the metal can package (LMC). The
above thermal resistances for the P, NAB, D, and DGK packages apply when the package is soldered directly to the PCB. Junction-to-
case thermal resistance for the LMC package is 20°C/W. Junction-to-case thermal resistance for the PFM package is 5.4°C/W. The
value of θJAfor the WSON package is typically 51°C/W but is dependent on the PCB trace area, trace material, and the number of
layers and thermal vias. For details of thermal resistance and power dissipation for the WSON package, refer to Application Note AN-
Output VoltageTJ= 25°C3.03.0153.03.0153.03.030V max
2.9852.9852.970V min
−25°C ≤ TJ≤ 85°C3.03.03.0303.03.045V max
2.9702.955V min
Full Operating Temperature3.03.0363.03.0363.03.060V max
Range
2.9642.9642.940V min
Output Voltage100 μA ≤ IL≤ 100 mA3.03.0453.03.0423.03.072V max
TJ≤ T
3.3V Versions
JMAX
(5)
2.9552.9582.928V min
Output VoltageTJ= 25°C3.33.3173.33.3173.33.333V max
3.2843.2843.267V min
−25°C ≤ TJ≤ 85°C3.33.33.3333.33.350V max
3.2673.251V min
Full Operating Temperature3.33.3403.33.3403.33.366V max
Range
3.2603.2603.234V min
Output Voltage100 μA ≤ IL≤ 100 mA3.33.3503.33.3463.33.379V max
TJ≤ T
5V Versions
JMAX
(5)
3.2513.2543.221V min
Output VoltageTJ= 25°C5.05.0255.05.0255.05.05V max
4.9754.9754.95V min
−25°C ≤ TJ≤ 85°C5.05.05.055.05.075V max
4.954.925V min
Full Operating Temperature5.05.065.05.065.05.1V max
Range
4.944.944.9V min
Output Voltage100 μA ≤ IL≤ 100 mA5.05.0755.05.0755.05.12V max
TJ≤ T
JMAX
4.9254.9254.88V min
All Voltage Options
Output VoltageSee
(6)
201202010050150ppm/°C
Temperature
Coefficient
Line Regulation
(7)
(VONOM + 1)V ≤ Vin≤0.030.10.030.10.040.2% max
(8)
30V
0.50.20.4% max
(1) Unless otherwise noted, all limits specified for VIN= (V
3.3V versions. Limits appearing in boldface type apply over the entire junction temperature range for operation. Limits appearing in
normal type apply for TA= TJ= 25°C. Additional conditions for the 8-pin versions are FEEDBACK tied to V
and V
(2) Ensured and 100% production tested.
SHUTDOWN
≤ 0.8V.
+ 1)V, IL= 100 μA and CL= 1μF for 5V versions and 2.2 μF for 3V and
ONOM
, OUTPUT tied to SENSE,
TAP
(3) A Military RETS specification is available on request. At time of printing, the LP2951-N RETS specification complied with the boldface
limits in this column. The LP2951-N LMC, NAC, or NAB may also be procured as Standard Military Drawing Spec #5962-3870501MGA,
MXA, or MPA.
(4) Ensured but not 100% production tested. These limits are not used to calculate outgoing AQL levels.
(5) All LP2950 devices have the nominal output voltage coded as the last two digits of the part number. In the LP2951 products, the 3.0V
and 3.3V versions are designated by the last two digits, but the 5V version is denoted with no code at this location of the part number
(refer to ordering information table).
(6) Output or reference voltage temperature coefficient is defined as the worst case voltage change divided by the total temperature range.
(7) Regulation is measured at constant junction temperature, using pulse testing with a low duty cycle. Changes in output voltage due to
heating effects are covered under the specification for thermal regulation.
(8) Line regulation for the LP2951-N is tested at 150°C for IL= 1mA. For IL= 100 μA and TJ= 125°C, line regulation is specified by design
Feedback Pin Bias0.10.10.1nA/°C
Current Temperature
Coefficient
(9) Dropout Voltage is defined as the input to output differential at which the output voltage drops 100 mV below its nominal value
measured at 1V differential. At very low values of programmed output voltage, the minimum input supply voltage of 2V (2.3V over
temperature) must be taken into account.
(10) Thermal regulation is defined as the change in output voltage at a time T after a change in power dissipation is applied, excluding load
or line regulation effects. Specifications are for a 50 mA load pulse at VIN= 30V (1.25W pulse) for T = 10ms.
(11) V
(12) Output or reference voltage temperature coefficient is defined as the worst case voltage change divided by the total temperature range.
A 1.0 μF (or greater) capacitor is required between the output and ground for stability at output voltages of 5V or
higher. At lower output voltages, more capacitance is required (2.2 μF or more is recommended for 3.0V and
3.3V versions). Without this capacitor the part will oscillate. Most types of tantalum or aluminum electrolytic work
fine here; even film types work but are not recommended for reasons of cost. Many aluminum electrolytics have
electrolytes that freeze at about −30°C, so solid tantalums are recommended for operation below −25°C. The
important parameters of the capacitor are an ESR of about 5Ω or less and a resonant frequency above 500 kHz.
The value of this capacitor may be increased without limit.
Figure 44. Output Capacitor ESR Range
The reason for the lower ESR limit is that the loop compensation of the feedback loop relies on the capacitance
value and the ESR value of the output capacitor to provide the zero that gives added phase lead (See
Figure 44).
fZ= (1 / (2 x π x C
x ESR) )(1)
OUT
Using the 2.2 µF value from the Output Capacitor ESR Range curve (Figure 44), a useful range for fZcan be
estimated:
f
= (1 / (2 x π x 2.2 µF x 5Ω) ) = 14.5 kHz(2)
Z(MIN)
f
= (1 / (2 x π x 2.2 µF x 0.05Ω) ) = 318 kHz(3)
Z(MAX)
For ceramic capacitors, the low ESR produces a zero at a frequency that is too high to be useful, so meaningful
phase lead does not occur. A ceramic output capacitor can be used if a series resistance is added
(recommended value of resistance about 0.1Ω to 2Ω) to simulate the needed ESR. Only X5R, X7R, or better,
MLCC types should be used, and should have a DC voltage rating at least twice the V
OUT(NOM)
value.
At lower values of output current, less output capacitance is required for stability. The capacitor can be reduced
to 0.33 μF for currents below 10 mA or 0.1 μF for currents below 1 mA. Using the adjustable versions at voltages
below 5V runs the error amplifier at lower gains so that more output capacitance is needed. For the worst-case
situation of a 100 mA load at 1.23V output (Output shorted to Feedback) a 3.3 μF (or greater) capacitor should
be used.
Unlike many other regulators, the LP2950-N will remain stable and in regulation with no load in addition to the
internal voltage divider. This is especially important in CMOS RAM keep-alive applications. When setting the
output voltage of the LP2951-N versions with external resistors, a minimum load of 1 μA is recommended.
Applications having conditions that may drive the LP2950-N/51 into nonlinear operation require special
consideration. Nonlinear operation will occur when the output voltage is held low enough to force the output
stage into output current limiting while trying to pull the output voltage up to the regulated value. The internal loop
response time will control how long it takes for the device to regain linear operation when the output has returned
to the normal operating range. There are three significant nonlinear conditions that need to be considered, all can
force the output stage into output current limiting mode, all can cause the output voltage to over-shoot with low