SNOSDL7A January 2025 – December 2025 LMG3650R070
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In a synchronous buck or other converter where the low-side switch occasionally operates in third-quadrant, the bootstrap supply charges through a path that includes the third-quadrant voltage drop of the low-side LMG365xR070 during the dead time as shown in Charging Path for Bootstrap Diode. This third-quadrant drop can be large, which can overcharge the bootstrap supply in certain conditions. Verify that the VDD supply of LMG365xR070 remains below 26V.
Figure 8-7 Charging Path for Bootstrap DiodeAs Suggested Bootstrap Regulation Circuit shows, the recommended bootstrap supply includes a bootstrap diode, series resistor, and 24V TVS or Zener diode in parallel with the VDD bypass capacitor. The parallel location prevents damage to the high-side LMG365xR070. The series resistor limits the charging current at start-up and when the low-side device operates in third-quadrant mode. Select the resistor to allow sufficient current to power the LMG365xR070 at the desired operating frequency. At 100kHz operation, TI recommends a value of approximately 2Ω. At higher frequencies, reduce or omit the resistor value to establish sufficient supply current.
Figure 8-8 Suggested Bootstrap Regulation Circuit