10.1 Layout Recommendations
A good board layout of the LM2750 circuit is required to achieve optimal assembly, electrical, and thermal dissipation performance. Figure 18 is an example of a board layout implementing recommended techniques. For more information related to layout for the WSON/SON package, see AN-1187 Leadless Leadframe Package (LLP) (SNOA401).
General guidelines for board layout are:
- Place capacitors as close to the LM2750 device as possible and on the same side of the board. VIN and VOUT connections are most critical: run short traces from the LM2750 pads directly to these capacitor pads.
- Connect the ground pins of the LM2750 and the capacitors to a good ground plane. The ground plane is essential for both electrical and thermal dissipation performance.
- For optimal thermal performance, make the ground plane(s) as large as possible. Connect the die-attach pad (DAP) of the LM2750 to the ground plane(s) with wide traces and/or multiple vias. Top-layer ground planes are most effective in increasing the thermal dissipation capability of the WSON package. Large internal ground planes are also very effective in keeping the die temperature of the LM2750 within operating ratings.