TPS54388C-Q1

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Automotive 2.95-V to 6-V, 3-A, 2-MHz synchronous buck converter

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TPS54388C-Q1

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Iout (max) (A) 3 Vin (min) (V) 2.95 Vin (max) (V) 6 Type Converter Switching frequency (min) (kHz) 200 Switching frequency (max) (kHz) 2000 Features Enable, Forced PWM, Frequency synchronization, Power good Control mode current mode Vout (min) (V) 0.8 Vout (max) (V) 4.5 Rating Automotive Operating temperature range (°C) -40 to 125
Iout (max) (A) 3 Vin (min) (V) 2.95 Vin (max) (V) 6 Type Converter Switching frequency (min) (kHz) 200 Switching frequency (max) (kHz) 2000 Features Enable, Forced PWM, Frequency synchronization, Power good Control mode current mode Vout (min) (V) 0.8 Vout (max) (V) 4.5 Rating Automotive Operating temperature range (°C) -40 to 125
WQFN (RTE) 16 9 mm² 3 x 3
  • AEC-Q100-qualified for automotive applications:
    • Temperature grade 1: –40°C to +125°C, TA
  • Functional Safety-Capable
  • Two 12-mΩ (typical) MOSFETs for high efficiency at 3-A loads
  • 200-kHz to 2-MHz switching frequency
  • 0.8 V ± 1% voltage reference over temperature (–40°C to +150°C)
  • Synchronizes to external clock
  • Adjustable slow start and sequencing
  • UV and OV power-good output
  • –40°C to +150°C operating junction temperature range
  • Thermally enhanced 3-mm × 3-mm 16-pin WQFN
  • Pin compatible to TPS54418
  • Newer product available: TPS62813-Q1, 6-V step-down converter in 2-mm x 3-mm QFN package with wettable flanks
  • AEC-Q100-qualified for automotive applications:
    • Temperature grade 1: –40°C to +125°C, TA
  • Functional Safety-Capable
  • Two 12-mΩ (typical) MOSFETs for high efficiency at 3-A loads
  • 200-kHz to 2-MHz switching frequency
  • 0.8 V ± 1% voltage reference over temperature (–40°C to +150°C)
  • Synchronizes to external clock
  • Adjustable slow start and sequencing
  • UV and OV power-good output
  • –40°C to +150°C operating junction temperature range
  • Thermally enhanced 3-mm × 3-mm 16-pin WQFN
  • Pin compatible to TPS54418
  • Newer product available: TPS62813-Q1, 6-V step-down converter in 2-mm x 3-mm QFN package with wettable flanks

The TPS54388C-Q1 device is a full-featured 6-V, 3-A, synchronous step-down current-mode converter with two integrated MOSFETs.

The TPS54388C-Q1 device enables small designs by integrating the MOSFETs, implementing current-mode control to reduce external component count, reducing inductor size by enabling up to 2-MHz switching frequency, and minimizing the IC footprint with a small 3-mm × 3-mm thermally enhanced QFN package.

The TPS54388C-Q1 device provides accurate regulation for a variety of loads with an accurate ±1% voltage reference (Vref) over temperature.

The integrated 12-mΩ MOSFETs and 515-µA typical supply current maximize efficiency. Entering shutdown mode using the enable pin reduces shutdown supply current to 5.5 µA, typical.

The internal undervoltage lockout setting is at 2.45 V, but programming the threshold with a resistor network on the enable pin can increase the setting. The slow-start pin sets the output-voltage start-up ramp. An open-drain power-good signal indicates when the output is within 93% to 107% of its nominal voltage.

Frequency foldback and thermal shutdown protect the device during an overcurrent condition.

The TPS54388C-Q1 device is a full-featured 6-V, 3-A, synchronous step-down current-mode converter with two integrated MOSFETs.

The TPS54388C-Q1 device enables small designs by integrating the MOSFETs, implementing current-mode control to reduce external component count, reducing inductor size by enabling up to 2-MHz switching frequency, and minimizing the IC footprint with a small 3-mm × 3-mm thermally enhanced QFN package.

The TPS54388C-Q1 device provides accurate regulation for a variety of loads with an accurate ±1% voltage reference (Vref) over temperature.

The integrated 12-mΩ MOSFETs and 515-µA typical supply current maximize efficiency. Entering shutdown mode using the enable pin reduces shutdown supply current to 5.5 µA, typical.

The internal undervoltage lockout setting is at 2.45 V, but programming the threshold with a resistor network on the enable pin can increase the setting. The slow-start pin sets the output-voltage start-up ramp. An open-drain power-good signal indicates when the output is within 93% to 107% of its nominal voltage.

Frequency foldback and thermal shutdown protect the device during an overcurrent condition.

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* Data sheet TPS54388C-Q1 Automotive 2.95-V to 6-V, 3-A , 2-MHz Synchronous Buck Converter datasheet (Rev. B) PDF | HTML 24 Jun 2021
Selection guide Buck Converter Quick Reference Guide (Rev. B) 08 Apr 2021
Functional safety information TPS54388C-Q1 Functional Safety, FIT Rate, Failure Mode Distribution and Pin FMA (Rev. A) PDF | HTML 30 Nov 2020
Technical article Minimize the impact of the MLCC shortage on your power application PDF | HTML 29 Mar 2019
Technical article How to power next-generation ADAS camera modules PDF | HTML 11 Sep 2018
Technical article Use a low-quiescent-current switcher for high-voltage conversion PDF | HTML 28 Aug 2018
Technical article Let’s break it down: how buck converters make your power supply more flexible PDF | HTML 13 Dec 2017
Application note TPS57112-Q1 High Frequency (2.35 MHz) Operation 31 May 2016
Application note Enable Functionality and Adjusting Under Voltage Lockout for TPS57112-Q1 Device 05 May 2016
Application note Interfacing TPS57xxx-Q1 and TPS65320-Q1 Family Devices With Low Impendence Exter 08 Dec 2015
EVM User's guide TPS54388EVM User's Guide 14 Nov 2013

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Evaluation board

TPS54388EVM — TPS54388EVM: 2.95V-6V Input, 3A, 2MHz Synchronous Step Down SWIFTT DCDC Converter Evaluation Module

The TPS54388-Q1 DC/DC converter is designed to provide up to a 3-A output from an input voltage source of 2.95 V to 6 V. This evaluation module is designed to demonstrate the small printed-circuit-board (PCB) areas that may be achieved when designing with the TPS54388-Q1 regulator. The switching (...)

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TPS54388 IBIS Model

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TPS54388-Q1 TINA-TI Average Reference Design

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TPS54388-Q1 TINA-TI Transient Reference Design

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TPS54388-Q1 TINA-TI Transient Spice Model

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TPS54388-Q1 Unencrypted PSpice Average Model Package (Rev. A)

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TPS54388-Q1 Unencrypted PSpice Transient Model Package (Rev. A)

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