•No External Resistors Required for Setting Output
Voltage
•Linear Topology
•Suspend to Ram (STR) Functionality
•Stable With Ceramic Capacitors With Appropriate
ESR
•Low External Component Count
•Thermal Shutdown
2Applications
•LP2996-N: DDR1 and DDR2 Termination Voltage
•LP2996A: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, and DDR3L
Termination Voltage
•FPGA
•Industrial and Medical PC
•SSTL-2 and SSTL-3 Termination
•HSTL Termination
An additional feature found on the LP2996-N and
LP2996A is an active-low shutdown (SD) pin that
provides Suspend To RAM (STR) functionality. When
SD is pulled low the VTT output will tri-state providing
a high impedance output, but VREF remains active. A
power savings advantage can be obtained in this
mode through lower quiescent current.
TI recommends the LP2998 and LP2998-Q1 devices
for automotive applications and DDR applications that
require operating at temperatures below zero.
WEBENCH®design tools can be used by application
designers togenerate,optimize, andsimlulate
applications using the LP2998 and LP2998-Q1.
Device Information
PART NUMBERPACKAGEBODY SIZE (NOM)
LP2996-NSOIC (8)4.90 mm x 3.90 mm
LP2996-N, LP2996A WSON (8)4.90 mm x 3.90 mm
LP2996-NWQFN (16)4.00 mm x 4.00 mm
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the data sheet.
(1)
Simplified Schematic
3Description
The LP2996-N and LP2996A linear regulators are
designed to meet the JEDEC SSTL-2 specifications
for termination of DDR-SDRAM. The device also
supports DDR2, while LP2996A supports DDR3 and
DDR3L VTT bus termination with V
1.35 V. The device contains a high-speed operational
amplifier to provide excellent response to load
transients. The output stage prevents shoot through
whiledelivering1.5-Acontinuouscurrentand
transient peaks up to 3 A in the application as
required for DDR-SDRAM termination. The LP2996-N
and LP2996A also incorporate a VSENSE pin to
provide superior load regulation and a VREF output
as a reference for the chipset and DIMMs.
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Analog input pin. AVIN is used to supply all the internal control circuitry. This pin has the capability
to work from a supply separate from PVIN depending on the application. For SSTL-2 applications, a
good compromise would be to connect the AVIN and PVIN directly together at 2.5 V. This
eliminates the requirement for bypassing the two supply pins separately. The only limitation on input
voltage selection is that PVINmust be equal to or lower than AVIN.
Power input pin. PVIN is used exclusively to provide the rail voltage for the output stage used to
create VTT. This pin has the capability to work from a supply separate from PVIN depending on the
application. Higher voltages on PVIN increases the maximum continuous output current because of
output R
the internal power loss also increases, thermally limiting the design. For SSTL-2 applications, a
good compromise would be to connect the AVIN and PVIN directly together at 2.5 V. This
eliminates the requirement for bypassing the two supply pins separately. The only limitation on input
voltage selection is that PVINmust be equal to or lower than AVIN. TI recommends connecting PVIN
to voltage rails equal to or less than 3.3 V to prevent the thermal limit from tripping because of
excessive internal power dissipation. If the junction temperature exceeds the thermal shutdown then
the part enters a shutdown state identical to the manual shutdown where VTT is tri-stated and
VREF remains active.
limitations at voltages close to VTT. The disadvantage of high values of PVINis that
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Shutdown. The LP2996-N and LP2996A contain an active low shutdown pin that can be used to tristate VTT. During shutdown VTT must not be exposed to voltages that exceed AVIN. With the
shutdown pin asserted low the quiescent current of the LP2996-N and LP2996A drops, however,
VDDQ always maintains its constant impedance of 100 kΩ for generating the internal reference.
Therefore, to calculate the total power loss in shutdown, both currents must be considered. See
Thermal Considerations for more information. The shutdown pin also has an internal pullup current,
therefore to turn the part on, the shutdown pin can either be connected to AVIN or left open.
Input for internal reference equal to V
reference voltage for regulating VTT. The reference voltage is generated from a resistor divider of
two internal 50-kΩ resistors. This ensures that VTTtracks V
implementation of VDDQ is as a remote sense. This can be achieved by connecting VDDQ directly
to the 2.5-V rail at the DIMM instead of AVIN and PVIN. This ensures that the reference voltage
tracks the DDR memory rails precisely without a large voltage drop from the power lines. For SSTL2 applications V
Electrical Characteristics for exact values of VTTover temperature.
is a 2.5-V signal, which creates a 1.25-V termination voltage at VTT. See
DDQ
Buffered internal reference voltage of V
reference voltage V
Northbridge chipset and memory. Because these inputs are typically an extremely high impedance,
/ 2. This output must be used to provide the reference voltage for the
DDQ
there must be little current drawn from VREF. For improved performance, an output bypass
capacitor can be placed close to the pin to help reduce noise. TI recommends a ceramic capacitor
from 0.1 µF to 0.01 µF. This output remains active during the shutdown state and thermal shutdown
events for the suspend to RAM functionality.
Feedback pin for regulating VTT. The purpose of the sense pin is to provide improved remote load
regulation. In most motherboard applications the termination resistors connect to VTT in a long
plane. If the output voltage was regulated only at the output of the device then the long trace
causes a significant IR drop resulting in a termination voltage lower at one end of the bus than the
other. The VSENSE pin can be used to improve this performance by connecting it to the middle of
the bus. This provides a better distribution across the entire termination bus. If remote load
regulation is not used then the VSENSE pin must still be connected to VTT. Take care when a long
VSENSE trace is implemented in close proximity to the memory. Noise pickup in the VSENSE trace
can cause problems with precise regulation of VTT. A small 0.1-µF ceramic capacitor placed next to
the VSENSE pin can help filter any high frequency signals and preventing errors.
Output voltage for connection to termination resistors. VTT is the regulated output that is used to
terminate the bus resistors. It is capable of sinking and sourcing current while regulating the output
precisely to V
of up to ±3 A with a fast transient response. The maximum continuous current is a function of V
/ 2. The LP2996-N and LP2996A are designed to handle peak transient currents
DDQ
and can be seen in Typical Characteristics. If a transient above the maximum continuous current
rating is expected to last for a significant amount of time then the output capacitor must be large
enough to prevent an excessive voltage drop. Despite the fact that the device is designed to handle
large transient output currents it is not capable of handling these for long durations under all
conditions. The reason for this is the standard packages are not able to thermally dissipate the heat
as a result of the internal power loss. If large currents are required for longer durations, then ensure
that the maximum junction temperature is not exceeded. Proper thermal derating must always be
used (see Thermal Considerations). If the junction temperature exceeds the thermal shutdown point
then VTT tri-states until the part returns below the hysteretic trip-point.
/ 2. VDDQ is the input used to create the internal
DDQ
/ 2 precisely. The optimal
DDQ
/ 2. VREF provides the buffered output of the internal
Minimum and maximum limits apply over the full operating temperature range (TJ= 0°C to 125°C) and are specified through
test, design, or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely parametric norm (TJ= 25°C), and are provided
for reference purposes only. Unless otherwise specified, AVIN= PVIN= 2.5 V and V
PARAMETERTEST CONDITIONSMINTYPMAX UNIT
V
REF
Z
VREF
V
TT
VOS
I
Q
V
voltage (DDR I)
REF
V
voltage (DDR II)
REF
V
voltage (DDR III)
REF
V
output impedanceI
REF
VTToutput voltage (DDR I)
VTToutput voltage (DDR II)
VTToutput voltage (DDR III)
VTToutput voltage offset
(V
– VTT) for DDR I
REF
VTToutput voltage offset
(V
– VTT) for DDR II
Vtt
REF
VTToutput voltage offset
(V
– VTT) for DDR III
REF
Quiescent current
VDD= V
VDD= V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
REF
I
OUT
(2)
I
OUT
I
OUT
(2)
I
OUT
I
OUT
I
OUT
(2)
I
OUT
I
OUT
I
OUT
I
OUT
I
OUT
I
OUT
(2)
(2)
(2)
(3)
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
= 2.3 V1.1351.1581.185
DDQ
= 2.5 V1.2351.2581.285
DDQ
= 2.7 V1.3351.3581.385
DDQ
= 1.7 V0.8370.860.887
DDQ
= 1.8 V0.8870.910.937
DDQ
= 1.9 V0.9360.9590.986
DDQ
= 1.35 V0.6690.6840.699
DDQ
= 1.5 V0.7430.7580.773
DDQ
= 1.6 V0.7930.8080.823
DDQ
= –30 to 30 µA2.5kΩ
VDD= V
= 0 A
VDD= V
VDD= V
VDD= V
= ±1.5 A
VDD= V
VDD= V
PVIN= V
= 0 A, AVIN= 2.5 V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
= ±0.5 A, AVIN= 2.5 V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
= 0 A, AVIN= 2.5 V
PVIN= V
PVIN= V
= 0.2 A, AVIN= 2.5 V, PVIN= V
= –0.2 A, AVIN= 2.5 V, PVIN= V
= 0.4 A, AVIN= 2.5 V, PVIN= V
= –0.4 A, AVIN= 2.5 V, PVIN= V
= 0.5 A, AVIN= 2.5 V, PVIN= V
= –0.5 A, AVIN= 2.5 V, PVIN= V
(1) VDDis defined as VDD= AVIN= PVIN.
(2) VTTload regulation is tested by using a 10-ms current pulse and measuring VTT.
(3) Quiescent current defined as the current flow into AVIN.
Minimum and maximum limits apply over the full operating temperature range (TJ= 0°C to 125°C) and are specified through
test, design, or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely parametric norm (TJ= 25°C), and are provided
for reference purposes only. Unless otherwise specified, AVIN= PVIN= 2.5 V and V
PARAMETERTEST CONDITIONSMINTYPMAX UNIT
Z
VDDQ
I
SD
I
Q_SD
V
IH
V
IL
I
V
I
SENSE
T
SD
T
SD_HYS
VDDQ input impedance100kΩ
Quiescent current in shutdown
(3)
SD is low115150µA
Shutdown leakage currentSD is low25µA
Minimum shutdown, high level1.9V
Maximum shutdown, low level0.8V
VTTleakage current in shutdown SD is low, VTT= 1.25 V110µA
V
The LP2996-N and LP2996A devices can be used to provide a termination voltage for additional logic schemes
such as SSTL-3 or HSTL.
Series Stub Termination Logic (SSTL) was created to improve signal integrity of the data transmission across the
memory bus. This termination scheme is essential to prevent data error from signal reflections while transmitting
at high frequencies encountered with DDR-SDRAM. The most common form of termination is Class II single
parallel termination. This involves one RSseries resistor from the chipset to the memory and one RTtermination
resistor. Typical values for RSand RTare 25 Ω, although these can be changed to scale the current
requirements from the LP2996-N or LP2996A. This implementation is shown in Figure 17.
The LP2996-N and LP2996A are linear bus termination regulators designed to meet the JEDEC requirements of
SSTL-2. The output (VTT) is capable of sinking and sourcing current while regulating the output voltage equal to
V
/ 2. The output stage is designed to maintain excellent load regulation while preventing shoot through. The
DDQ
LP2996-N and LP2996A also incorporate two distinct power rails that separates the analog circuitry from the
power output stage. This allows a split rail approach to be used to decrease internal power dissipation. It also
permits the LP2996-N to provide a termination solution for DDR2-SDRAM, while the LP2996A supports DDR3SDRAM and DDR3L-SDRAM memory. TI recommends the LP2998 and LP2998-Q1 for all DDR applications that
require operation at below-zero temperatures.
7.4 Device Functional Modes
7.4.1 Start-Up
During start up when VDDQ is enabled, the error amplifier senses the output voltage is low and drives the pass
element hard causing a large inrush current. If this inrush current is too large, the device shuts down and restarts
due to the internal current limit. Two solutions to prevent large inrush current during start up:
1. Slow down the slew rate of VDDQ. When the slew rate of VDDQ is fast (approximately 60 µs), the input
current can reach over 5 A which exceeds the device’s current limit thus causing a restart. If VDDQ start-up
slew rate is ≥300 µs, the inrush current can be reduced by 90% limiting the input rush current to less than
500mA.
2. In some cases the system designers have very little to no control over the VDDQ voltage supply slew rate,
whether using linear or switching regulators. Some step down voltage regulators do not have soft-start
feature. VDDQ voltage source requires only 18 µA current to enable the DDRII termination voltage.
Therefore placing an RC filter at VDDQ pin can conveniently increase the output voltage slew rate, allowing
a slow rise in capacitor charge current. To keep the VDDQ voltage losses minimum, the resistor value must
be chosen carefully. Using a 100-Ω resistor keeps the VDDQ supply voltage losses down to 1.8 mV,
because the current through VDDQ is only 18 µA for DDRIII configuration.
See Limiting DDR Termination Regulators’ Inrush Current (SNVA758) for more information relating to the inrush
current during start up.
7.4.2 Normal Operation
The device contains a high-speed operational amplifier to provide excellent response to load transients. The
output stage prevents shoot through while delivering 1.5-A continuous current and transient peaks up to 3 A in
the application as required for DDR-SDRAM termination. The LP2996-N and LP2996A also incorporate a
VSENSE pin to provide superior load regulation and a VREF output as a reference for the chipset and DIMMs.
See Electrical Characteristics and Application Information.
7.4.3 Shutdown
The LP2996-N and LP2996A feature an active-low shutdown (SD) pin that provides Suspend To RAM (STR)
functionality. When SD is pulled low, the VTT output tri-states providing a high impedance output, but VREF
remains active. A power savings advantage can be obtained in this mode through lower quiescent current.
During shutdown, VTT must not be exposed to voltages that exceed AVIN. With the shutdown pin asserted low
the quiescent current of the LP2996-N and LP2996A drops, however, VDDQ always maintains its constant
impedance of 100 kΩ for generating the internal reference. Therefore, to calculate the total power loss in
shutdown, both currents must be considered. The shutdown pin also has an internal pullup current, therefore to
turn the part on, the shutdown pin can either be connected to AVIN or left open.
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component
specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are
responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.
8.1 Application Information
The LP2996 has split rails to allow flexibility in powering the device. It has a control circuitry rail (AVIN) and an
output power stage rail (PVIN), both separate from the reference voltage input (VDDQ). This allows for different
setups which cater to specific requirements such as high current capabilities, lower thermal dissipation, or
minimum component count. Because the output is always V
necessary external components are bypass capacitors.
8.2 Typical Applications
8.2.1 Typical SSTL-2 Application Circuit
This circuit permits termination in a minimum amount of board space and component count. Capacitor selection
can be varied depending on the number of lines terminated and the maximum load transient. However, with
motherboards and other applications where VTTis distributed across a long plane, it is advisable to use multiple
bulk capacitors and addition to high frequency decoupling.
The LP2996 requires voltage be applied to three pins for proper operation: VDDQ, AVIN, and PVIN. VDDQ sets
the internal reference voltage and is divided across two 50-kΩ resistors. Therefore, VDDQ must be set at exactly
twice the appropriate DDR termination. AVIN powers the internal control circuitry and must be from 2.2 V to
5.5 V. PVIN is the supply for the power output stage and must be larger than or equal to VDDQ while smaller
than or equal to AVIN. When picking PVIN, note that smaller values reduce internal power dissipation but reduce
the maximum continuous current as well. It is acceptable to tie PVIN to either VDDQ or AVIN to minimize the
number of supplies and bypass capacitors required.
To prevent voltage dips on the output, a bypass capacitor must be placed on the VTT line. The size of this
capacitor does not affect stability, but larger values improve the transient response and must be sized according
to the design requirements. When using ceramic capacitors on the output, large load steps can cause ringing on
VTT. Table 2 shows the range of acceptable equivalent series resistance (ESR) that can be added to dampen
and improve the response.
Table 2. Approximate ESR Values for VTT Capacitors
VTT CAPACITANCE (µF)RECOMMENDED ESR (mΩ)
10050
15042
22036
33030
Another bypass capacitor on PVIN is recommended to keep current spikes from pulling down the input voltage.
This is especially important if PVIN and VDDQ are on the same supply. A small 0.01-µF capacitor can be placed
on VREF to reduce noise. VSENSE provides a feedback path necessary for regulating the output voltage;
Therefore, it must be connected to VTT. If a long VSENSE trace is necessary, a small ceramic capacitor may be
required to filter out any high frequency noise picked up from switching I/O signals.
8.2.1.2.1 Input Capacitor
The LP2996-N and LP2996A do not require a capacitor for input stability, but it is recommended for improved
performance during large load transients to prevent the input rail from dropping. The input capacitor must be
placed as close as possible to the PVIN pin. Several recommendations exist dependent on the application
required. A typical value recommended for aluminum electrolytic capacitors is 50 µF. Ceramic capacitors can
also be used, a value approximately 10 µF with X5R or better would be an ideal choice. The input capacitance
can be reduced if the LP2996-N or LP2996A is placed close to the bulk capacitance from the output of the 2.5-V
DC-DC converter. If the two supply rails (AVIN and PVIN) are separated then the 47-µF capacitor must be
placed as close to possible to the PVIN rail. An additional 0.1-µF ceramic capacitor can be placed on the AVIN
rail to prevent excessive noise from coupling into the device.
8.2.1.2.2 Output Capacitor
The LP2996-N and LP2996A have been designed to be insensitive of output capacitor size or ESR. This allows
the flexibility to use any capacitor desired. The choice for output capacitor is determined solely on the application
and the requirements for load transient response of VTT. TI recommends the output capacitor be sized above
100 µF with a low ESR for SSTL applications with DDR-SDRAM. The value of ESR is determined by the
maximum current spikes expected and the extent at which the output voltage is allowed to droop. Several
capacitor options are available on the market and a few of these are discussed: Aluminum Electrolytics, Ceramic
Capacitors, and Hybrid Capacitors.
8.2.1.2.2.1 Aluminum Electrolytics
Aluminum electrolytics often only specify impedance at a frequency of 120 Hz, indicating poor high frequency
performance. Only aluminum electrolytics that specified an impedance at higher frequencies, from 20 kHz to
100 kHz, must be used for the LP2996-N and LP2996A. To improve the ESR, many aluminum electrolytics may
be combined in parallel for an overall reduction. Be aware of the extent at which the ESR changes over
temperature. Aluminum electrolytic capacitors' ESR may rapidly increase at cold temperatures.
Ceramic capacitors typically have a low capacitance, from 10 µF to 100 µF, but they have excellent AC
performance for bypassing noise due to very low ESR (typically less than 10 mΩ). However, some dielectric
types do not have good capacitance characteristics as a function of voltage and temperature. Because of the
typically low value of capacitance, TI recommends using ceramic capacitors in parallel with another capacitor
such as an aluminum electrolytic. TI recommends dielectric of X5R or better for all ceramic capacitors.
8.2.1.2.2.3 Hybrid Capacitors
Hybrid capacitors offer a large capacitance while maintaining a low ESR. These are the best solution when size
and performance are critical, although their cost is typically higher than any other capacitor.
8.2.1.2.2.4 PC Application Considerations
With motherboards and other applications where VTTis distributed across a long plane, it is advisable to use
multiple bulk capacitors and addition to high frequency decoupling. Figure 19 shows an example circuit where
two bulk output capacitors could be situated at both ends of the VTTplane for optimal placement. Large
aluminum electrolytic capacitors are used for their low ESR and low cost.
In most PC applications an extensive amount of decoupling is required because of the long interconnects
encountered with the DDR-SDRAM DIMMs mounted on modules. As a result bulk aluminum electrolytic
capacitors approximately 1000 µF are typically used.
8.2.1.3 Application Curves
Figure 20. 0.5-A Load Transient With 220-µF VTTCapacitor
Several different application circuits are shown to illustrate some of the options that are possible in configuring
the LP2996-N or LP2996A.
8.2.2.1 SSTL-2 Applications
For the majority of applications that implement the SSTL-2 termination scheme, TI recommends connecting all
the input rails to the 2.5-V rail. This provides an optimal trade-off between power dissipation and component
count and selection. An example of this circuit can be seen in Figure 22.
Figure 22. Recommended SSTL-2 Implementation
If power dissipation or efficiency is a major concern, then the LP2996-N or LP2996A has the ability to operate on
split power rails. The output stage (PVIN) can be operated on a lower rail such as 1.8 V and the analog circuitry
(AVIN) can be connected to a higher rail such as 2.5 V, 3.3 V, or 5 V. This allows the internal power dissipation
to be lowered when sourcing current from VTT. The disadvantage of this circuit is that the maximum continuous
current is reduced because of the lower rail voltage, although it is adequate for all motherboard SSTL-2
applications. Increasing the output capacitance can also help if periods of large load transients are encountered.
Figure 23. Lower Power Dissipation SSTL-2 Implementation
The third option for SSTL-2 applications in the situation that a 1.8-V rail is not available and it is not desirable to
use 2.5 V, is to connect the LP2996-N or LP2996A power rail to 3.3 V. In this situation AVIN is limited to
operation on the 3.3-V or 5-V rail as PVIN can never exceed AVIN. This configuration has the ability to provide
the maximum continuous output current at the downside of higher thermal dissipation. Prevent the device from
experiencing large current levels which cause the junction temperature to exceed the maximum. Because of this
risk, TI recommends not supplying the output stage with a voltage higher than a nominal 3.3-V rail.
Figure 24. SSTL-2 Implementation with Higher Voltage Rails
8.2.2.2 DDR-II Applications
With the separate VDDQ pin and an internal resistor divider it is possible to use the LP2996-N and LP2996A in
applications utilizing DDR-II memory. Figure 25 and Figure 26 show implementations of recommended circuit
configurations for DDR-II applications. The output stage is connected to the 1.8-V rail and the AVIN pin can be
connected to either a 3.3-V or 5-V rail. TI recommends the LP2996A, LP2998, or LP2998-Q1 for DDR-III and
DDR-III low power designs.
Figure 25. Recommended DDR-II Termination
If it is not desirable to use the 1.8-V rail it is possible to connect the output stage to a 3.3-V rail. Take care not to
exceed the maximum junction temperature as the thermal dissipation increases with lower VTT output voltages.
For this reason, TI does not recommend powering PVIN from a rail higher than the nominal 3.3 V. The
advantage of this configuration is that it has the ability to source and sink a higher maximum continuous current.
With the separate VDDQ pin and an internal resistor divider it is possible to use the LP2996A in applications
utilizing DDR-III memory. The output stage is connected to the 1.5-V rail and the AVIN pin can be connected to a
2.2-V to 5.5-V rail.
Figure 27. Recommended DDR-III Termination Using the LP2996A
If it is not desirable to use the 1.5-V to 2.5-V rail it is possible to connect the output stage to a 3.3-V rail. Do not
exceed the maximum junction temperature as the thermal dissipation increases with lower VTToutput voltages.
For this reason, TI recommends not to power PVIN off a rail higher than the nominal 3.3-V. The advantage of
this configuration is that it has the ability to source and sink a higher maximum continuous current.
8.2.3 Level Shifting
If standards other than SSTL-2 are required, such as SSTL-3, it may be necessary to use a different scaling
factor than V
/ 2 for regulating the output voltage. Several options are available to scale the output to any
DDQ
voltage required. One method is to level shift the output by using feedback resistors from VTT to the VSENSE
pin. This is shown in Figure 28 and Figure 29. Figure 28 shows how to use two resistors to level shift VTTabove
the internal reference voltage of V
/ 2. Calculate the exact voltage at VTT with Equation 1.
DDQ
(1)
Figure 28. Increasing VTTby Level Shifting
Conversely, the R2 resistor can be placed between VSENSE and VDDQ to shift the VTT output lower than the
internal reference voltage of V
/ 2. Equation 2 shows the relation of VTTto the resistors.
The LP2996-N and LP2996A can be easily adapted for HSTL applications by connecting VDDQ to the 1.5-V rail.
This produces a VTT and VREF voltage of approximately 0.75 V for the termination resistors. AVIN and PVIN
must be connected to a 2.5-V rail for optimal performance.
Figure 30. HSTL Application
8.2.5 QDR Applications
Quad data rate (QDR) applications use multiple channels for improved memory performance. However, this
increase in bus lines increases the current levels required for termination. TI recommends using a dedicated
LP2996-N or LP2996A for each channel to terminate multiple channels. This simplifies layout and reduces the
internal power dissipation for each regulator. Separate VREF signals can be used for each DIMM bank from the
corresponding regulator with the chipset reference provided by a local resistor divider or one of the LP2996-N or
LP2996A signals. Because V
and VTTare expected to track and the part to part variations are minor, there
REF
must be little difference between the reference signals of each device.
9Power Supply Recommendations
There are several recommendations for the LP2996-N and LP2996A input power supply. Although not required,
TI recommends an input capacitor for improved performance during large load transients to prevent the input rail
from dropping. The input capacitor must be placed as close as possible to the PVIN pin.
A typical value recommended for aluminum electrolytic capacitors is 50 µF. Ceramic capacitors can also be
used, a value approximately 10 µF with X5R or better would be an ideal choice. The input capacitance can be
reduced if the LP2996-N or LP2996A is placed close to the bulk capacitance from the output of the 2.5-V DC-DC
converter. If the two supply rails (AVIN and PVIN) are separated then the 47-µF capacitor must be placed as
close to possible to the PVIN rail. An additional 0.1-µF ceramic capacitor can be placed on the AVIN rail to
prevent excessive noise from coupling into the device.
•The input capacitor for the power rail must be placed as close as possible to the PVIN pin.
•VSENSE must be connected to the VTT termination bus at the point where regulation is required. For
motherboard applications an ideal location would be at the center of the termination bus.
•VDDQ can be connected remotely to the VDDQ rail input at either the DIMM or the chipset. This provides the
most accurate point for creating the reference voltage.
•For improved thermal performance excessive top side copper can be used to dissipate heat from the
package. Numerous vias from the ground connection to the internal ground plane helps. Additionally these
can be placed underneath the package if manufacturing standards permit.
•Take care when routing the V
capacitor placed close to VSENSE can also be used to filter any unwanted high frequency signal. This can be
an issue especially if long VSENSE traces are used.
•VREF must be bypassed with a 0.01-µF or 0.1-µF ceramic capacitor for improved performance. This
capacitor must be placed as close as possible to the VREF pin.
10.2 Layout Examples
trace to avoid noise pickup from switching I/O signals. A 0.1-µF ceramic
Because the LP2996-N and LP2996A are linear regulators, any current flow from VTT results in internal power
dissipation generating heat. To prevent damaging the part from exceeding the maximum allowable junction
temperature, derate the part according to the maximum expected ambient temperature and power dissipation.
The maximum allowable internal temperature rise (T
ambient temperature (T
T
R(MAX)
= T
J(MAX)
− T
) of the application and the maximum allowable junction temperature (T
A(MAX)
A(MAX)
From this equation, the maximum power dissipation (P
P
The R
= T
D(MAX)
of the LP2996-N and LP2996A is dependent on several variables: the package used; the thickness of
θJA
R(MAX)
/ R
θJA
copper; the number of vias and the airflow. For instance, the R
mounted to a standard 8×4 2-layer board with 1-oz copper, no airflow, and 0.5-W dissipation at room
temperature. This value can be reduced to 151.2°C/W by changing to a 3×4 board with 2-oz copper that is the
JEDEC standard. Figure 33 shows how the R
varies with airflow for the two boards mentioned.
θJA
) can be calculated with Equation 3 given the maximum
R(MAX)
) of the part can be calculated with Equation 4.
D(MAX)
of the SOIC is 163°C/W with the package
θJA
J(MAX)
).
(3)
(4)
Additional improvements can be made by the judicious use of vias to connect the part and dissipate heat to an
internal ground plane. Using larger traces and more copper on the top side of the board can also help. With
careful layout, it is possible to reduce the R
Layout is also extremely critical to maximize the output current with the WQFN package. By simply placing vias
under the thermal pad, the R
placed on a 4-layer JEDEC board with copper thickness of 0.5 oz, 1 oz, 1 oz, and 0.5 oz (respectively). The
number of vias with a pitch of 1.27 mm is increased to the maximum of 4, where a R
obtained. Via wall thickness for this calculation is 0.036 mm for 1-oz copper.
and placing the device in a section of a board exposed to lower ambient temperature allows
θJA
the part to operate with higher power dissipation. The internal power dissipation can be calculated by summing
the three main sources of loss: output current at VTT, either sinking or sourcing, and quiescent current at AVIN
and VDDQ. During the active state, when the shutdown pin (SD) is not held low, the total internal power
dissipation can be calculated with Equation 5.
PD= P
AVIN
+ P
VDDQ
+ P
VTT
where
•P
•P
AVIN
VDDQ
= I
= V
AVIN
VDDQ
× V
× I
AVIN
VDDQ
= V
VDDQ2
x R
VDDQ
(5)
To calculate the maximum power dissipation at VTT both conditions (sinking and sourcing current) at VTT must
be examined. Although only one equation is added into the total, because VTT cannot source and sink current
simultaneously.
Calculate sinking with Equation 6.
P
= V
VTT
VTT
× I
LOAD
(6)
Or calculate sourcing with Equation 7.
P
VTT
= ( V
PVIN
– V
VTT
) × I
LOAD
(7)
The power dissipation of the LP2996-N and LP2996A can also be calculated during the shutdown state. During
this condition the output (VTT) is tri-stated; Therefore, that term in the power equation disappears as it cannot
sink or source any current, and leakage is negligible. The only losses during shutdown are the reduced quiescent
current at AVIN and the constant impedance that is seen at the VDDQ pin.
Limiting DDR Termination Regulators’ Inrush Current (SNVA758)
11.2 Related Links
The table below lists quick access links. Categories include technical documents, support and community
resources, tools and software, and quick access to sample or buy.
Table 3. Related Links
PARTSPRODUCT FOLDERSAMPLE & BUY
LP2996-NClick hereClick hereClick hereClick hereClick here
LP2996AClick hereClick hereClick hereClick hereClick here
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DOCUMENTS
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TOOLS &
SOFTWARE
SUPPORT &
COMMUNITY
11.4 Community Resources
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Use.TI E2E™ Online Community TI's Engineer-to-Engineer (E2E) Community. Created to foster collaboration
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All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
11.6 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
This integrated circuit can be damaged by ESD. Texas Instruments recommends that all integrated circuits be handled with
appropriate precautions. Failure to observe proper handling and installation procedures can cause damage.
ESD damage can range from subtle performance degradation to complete device failure. Precision integrated circuits may be more
susceptible to damage because very small parametric changes could cause the device not to meet its published specifications.
11.7 Glossary
SLYZ022 — TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.
12Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information
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LP2996AMR/NOPBACTIVE SO PowerPADDDA895RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125LP2996
LP2996AMRE/NOPBACTIVE SO PowerPADDDA8250RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125LP2996
LP2996AMRX/NOPBACTIVE SO PowerPADDDA82500RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125LP2996
LP2996LQ/NOPBACTIVEWQFNNHP161000RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125L00006B
LP2996LQX/NOPBACTIVEWQFNNHP164500RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125L00006B
LP2996MNRNDSOICD895Non-RoHS
LP2996M/NOPBACTIVESOICD895RoHS & GreenSNLevel-1-260C-UNLIM0 to 1252996M
LP2996MRNRNDSO PowerPADDDA895Non-RoHS
LP2996MR/NOPBACTIVE SO PowerPADDDA895RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125LP2996
LP2996MRXNRNDSO PowerPADDDA82500Non-RoHS
LP2996MRX/NOPBACTIVE SO PowerPADDDA82500RoHS & GreenSNLevel-3-260C-168 HR0 to 125LP2996
Package Type Package
(1)
Drawing
Pins Package
Qty
Eco Plan
(2)
& Green
& Green
& Green
Lead finish/
Ball material
(6)
MSL Peak Temp
(3)
Op Temp (°C)Device Marking
Call TICall TI0 to 1252996M
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(1)
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flame retardants must also meet the <=1000ppm threshold requirement.
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(3)
MSL, Peak Temp. - The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating according to the JEDEC industry standard classifications, and peak solder temperature.
(4)
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1. All linear dimensions are in millimeters. Any dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Dimensioning and tolerancing
per ASME Y14.5M.
2. This drawing is subject to change without notice.
3. This dimension does not include mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs. Mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs shall not
exceed 0.15 mm per side.
4. This dimension does not include interlead flash. Interlead flash shall not exceed 0.25 mm per side.
5. Reference JEDEC registration MS-012.
0.15
0.00
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EXAMPLE BOARD LAYOUT
8X (1.55)
8X (0.6)
6X (1.27)
(R) TYP0.05
() TYP
SYMM
0.2
VIA
PowerPAD SOIC - 1.7 mm max heightDDA0008A
(2.95)
NOTE 9
(2.34)
SOLDER MASK
OPENING
1
4
SYMM
(1.3) TYP
(5.4)
TM
SOLDER MASK
DEFINED PAD
SEE DETAILS
8
(1.3)
TYP
5
METAL COVERED
BY SOLDER MASK
PLASTIC SMALL OUTLINE
(2.34)
SOLDER MASK
OPENING
(4.9)
NOTE 9
LAND PATTERN EXAMPLE
SCALE:10X
0.07 MIN
ALL AROUND
METAL UNDER
SOLDER MASK
SOLDER MASK
DEFINED
SOLDER MASK
OPENING
0.07 MAX
ALL AROUND
METAL
NON SOLDER MASK
DEFINED
SOLDER MASK
OPENING
SOLDER MASK DETAILS
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NOTES: (continued)
6. Publication IPC-7351 may have alternate designs.
7. Solder mask tolerances between and around signal pads can vary based on board fabrication site.
8. This package is designed to be soldered to a thermal pad on the board. For more information, see Texas Instruments literature
numbers SLMA002 (www.ti.com/lit/slma002) and SLMA004 (www.ti.com/lit/slma004).
9. Size of metal pad may vary due to creepage requirement.
10. Vias are optional depending on application, refer to device data sheet. If any vias are implemented, refer to their locations shown
on this view. It is recommended that vias under paste be filled, plugged or tented.
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EXAMPLE STENCIL DESIGN
8X (1.55)
8X (0.6)
SYMM
6X (1.27)
PowerPAD SOIC - 1.7 mm max heightDDA0008A
(2.34)
BASED ON
0.125 THICK
STENCIL
1
4
TM
PLASTIC SMALL OUTLINE
(R) TYP0.05
8
(2.34)
BASED ON
0.125 THICK
STENCIL
5
METAL COVERED
BY SOLDER MASK
SYMM
(5.4)
SEE TABLE FOR
DIFFERENT OPENINGS
FOR OTHER STENCIL
THICKNESSES
SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE
100% PRINTED SOLDER COVERAGE BY AREA
STENCIL
THICKNESS
NOTES: (continued)
11. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release. IPC-7525 may have alternate
design recommendations.
12. Board assembly site may have different recommendations for stencil design.
EXPOSED PAD
SCALE:10X
SOLDER STENCIL
OPENING
2.62 X 2.620.1
2.34 X 2.34 (SHOWN)0.125
2.14 X 2.140.150
1.98 X 1.980.175
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MECHANICAL DATA
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LQA16A (REV A)
PACKAGE OUTLINE
A
.189-.197
[4.81-5.00]
NOTE 3
.228-.244 TYP
[5.80-6.19]
1
4
B.150-.157
[3.81-3.98]
PIN 1 ID AREA
NOTE 4
SCALE 2.800
6X .050
[1.27]
8
2X
.150
[3.81]
5
8X .012-.020
[0.31-0.51]
.010 [0.25]C A B
SOIC - 1.75 mm max heightD0008A
SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT
C
SEATING PLANE
.004 [0.1] C
4X (0 -15 )
.069 MAX
[1.75]
.005-.010 TYP
[0.13-0.25]
4X (0 -15 )
SEE DETAIL A
.010
[0.25]
0 - 8
.016-.050
[0.41-1.27]
(.041)
[1.04]
DETAIL A
TYPICAL
.004-.010
[0.11-0.25]
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NOTES:
1. Linear dimensions are in inches [millimeters]. Dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Controlling dimensions are in inches.
Dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5M.
2. This drawing is subject to change without notice.
3. This dimension does not include mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs. Mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs shall not
exceed .006 [0.15] per side.
4. This dimension does not include interlead flash.
6. Publication IPC-7351 may have alternate designs.
7. Solder mask tolerances between and around signal pads can vary based on board fabrication site.
METAL UNDER
SOLDER MASK
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8X (.061 )
8X (.024)
[0.6]
6X (.050 )
[1.27]
[1.55]
EXAMPLE STENCIL DESIGN
SOIC - 1.75 mm max heightD0008A
SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT
SYMM
1
8
SYMM
(R.002 ) TYP
[0.05]
4
(.213)
[5.4]
5
SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE
BASED ON .005 INCH [0.125 MM] THICK STENCIL
NOTES: (continued)
8. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release. IPC-7525 may have alternate
design recommendations.
9. Board assembly site may have different recommendations for stencil design.
SCALE:8X
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