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TPS62442 PREVIEW 2.75-V to 6-V, dual 2-A or 3-A and 1-A step-down converter in QFN package Smaller size, improved feature set and performance.

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Vin (min) (V) 2.5 Vin (max) (V) 6 Vout (min) (V) 0.6 Vout (max) (V) 6 Iout (max) (A) 0.6 Iq (typ) (mA) 0.032 Switching frequency (min) (kHz) 2000 Switching frequency (max) (kHz) 2500 Features Adaptive/Dynamic Voltage Scaling, Enable, Forced PWM, Light Load Efficiency, Synchronous Rectification Operating temperature range (°C) -40 to 85 Rating Catalog Regulated outputs (#) 2 Control mode Voltage mode Duty cycle (max) (%) 100 Type Converter
Vin (min) (V) 2.5 Vin (max) (V) 6 Vout (min) (V) 0.6 Vout (max) (V) 6 Iout (max) (A) 0.6 Iq (typ) (mA) 0.032 Switching frequency (min) (kHz) 2000 Switching frequency (max) (kHz) 2500 Features Adaptive/Dynamic Voltage Scaling, Enable, Forced PWM, Light Load Efficiency, Synchronous Rectification Operating temperature range (°C) -40 to 85 Rating Catalog Regulated outputs (#) 2 Control mode Voltage mode Duty cycle (max) (%) 100 Type Converter
VSON (DRC) 10 9 mm² 3 x 3
  • High Efficiency up to 95%
  • VIN Range from 2.5 V to 6 V
  • 2.25-MHz Fixed Frequency Operation
  • Output Current 600 mA and 1000 mA
  • Adjustable Output Voltage from 0.6 V to VIN
  • Pin Selectable Output Voltage Supports Simple
    Dynamic VoltageScaling
  • Optional EasyScale One-Pin Serial Interface for
    Dynamic Output Voltage Adjustment
  • Power-Save Mode at Light Load Currents
  • 180° Out of Phase Operation
  • Output Voltage Accuracy in PWM Mode ±1%
  • Typical 32-µA Quiescent Current for both
    Converters
  • 100% Duty Cycle for Lowest Dropout
  • Available in a 10-Pin VSON (3 mm × 3 mm)
  • High Efficiency up to 95%
  • VIN Range from 2.5 V to 6 V
  • 2.25-MHz Fixed Frequency Operation
  • Output Current 600 mA and 1000 mA
  • Adjustable Output Voltage from 0.6 V to VIN
  • Pin Selectable Output Voltage Supports Simple
    Dynamic VoltageScaling
  • Optional EasyScale One-Pin Serial Interface for
    Dynamic Output Voltage Adjustment
  • Power-Save Mode at Light Load Currents
  • 180° Out of Phase Operation
  • Output Voltage Accuracy in PWM Mode ±1%
  • Typical 32-µA Quiescent Current for both
    Converters
  • 100% Duty Cycle for Lowest Dropout
  • Available in a 10-Pin VSON (3 mm × 3 mm)

The TPS6242x device is a synchronous dual step-down DC–DC converter. It provides two independent output voltage rails powered by 1-cell Li-Ion or 3-cell NiMH/NiCD batteries. The device is also suitable to operate from a standard 3.3-V or 5-V voltage rail.

With an input voltage range of 2.5 V to 6 V, the TPS6242x is ideal for battery-powered portable applications like smart phones, PDAs, and other portable equipment.

With the EasyScale™ serial interface the output voltages can be modified during operation. It therefore supports dynamic voltage scaling for low power DSP and processors.

The TPS6242x operates at 2.25-MHz fixed switching frequency and enter the power-save mode operation at light load currents to maintain high efficiency over the entire load current range. For low-noise applications the devices can be forced into fixed-frequency PWM mode by pulling the MODE/DATA pin High. In the shutdown mode, the current consumption is reduced to 1.2 µA. The device allows the use of small inductors and capacitors to achieve a small solution size.

The TPS6242x operates over a free-air temperature range of –40°C to 85°C. It is available in a 10-pin leadless package (3 mm × 3 mm VSON)

The TPS6242x device is a synchronous dual step-down DC–DC converter. It provides two independent output voltage rails powered by 1-cell Li-Ion or 3-cell NiMH/NiCD batteries. The device is also suitable to operate from a standard 3.3-V or 5-V voltage rail.

With an input voltage range of 2.5 V to 6 V, the TPS6242x is ideal for battery-powered portable applications like smart phones, PDAs, and other portable equipment.

With the EasyScale™ serial interface the output voltages can be modified during operation. It therefore supports dynamic voltage scaling for low power DSP and processors.

The TPS6242x operates at 2.25-MHz fixed switching frequency and enter the power-save mode operation at light load currents to maintain high efficiency over the entire load current range. For low-noise applications the devices can be forced into fixed-frequency PWM mode by pulling the MODE/DATA pin High. In the shutdown mode, the current consumption is reduced to 1.2 µA. The device allows the use of small inductors and capacitors to achieve a small solution size.

The TPS6242x operates over a free-air temperature range of –40°C to 85°C. It is available in a 10-pin leadless package (3 mm × 3 mm VSON)

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* Data sheet TPS6242x 2.25-MHz 600-mA and 1000-mA Dual Step-Down Converter in Small 3-mm × 3-mm VSON Package datasheet (Rev. D) PDF | HTML 31 Jul 2015
More literature Quick Reference Guide To TI Buck Switching DC/DC Application Notes (Rev. B) PDF | HTML 23 May 2022
Analog Design Journal Methods of output-voltage adjustment for DC/DC converters 14 Jun 2019
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More literature QFN and SON PCB Attachment (Rev. B) PDF | HTML 24 Aug 2018
Selection guide Power Management Guide 2018 (Rev. R) 25 Jun 2018
Analog Design Journal Understanding 100% mode in low-power DC/DC converters 22 Jun 2018
More literature Optimizing Transient Response of Internally Compensated DC-DC Converters (Rev. B) 29 Nov 2017
Analog Design Journal Achieving a clean startup by using a DC/DC converter with a precise enable-pin t 24 Oct 2017
More literature Extending the Soft Start Time Without a Soft Start Pin (Rev. B) 15 Jun 2017
Analog Design Journal Testing tips for applying external power to supply outputs without an input volt 24 Oct 2016
More literature Basic Calculation of a Buck Converter's Power Stage (Rev. B) 17 Aug 2015
Analog Design Journal Five steps to a great PCB layout for a step-down converter 29 Jan 2015
EVM User's guide TPS624xxEVM-167 User Guide (Rev. A) 02 Nov 2013
Analog Design Journal Design considerations for a resistive feedback divider in a DC/DC converter 26 Apr 2012
More literature Understanding the Absolute Maximum Ratings of the SW Node (Rev. A) 13 Jan 2012
Analog Design Journal IQ: What it is, what it isn’t, and how to use it 17 Jun 2011

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