AP7363

AP7363
1.5A LOW QUIESCENT CURRENT, FAST TRANSIENT
ULTRA-LOW DROPOUT LINEAR REGULATOR
Description
Pin Assignments
The AP7363 is a 1.5A adjustable output voltage linear regulator with
(Top View)
ultra-low dropout. The device includes pass element, error amplifier,
band-gap, current limit and thermal shutdown circuitry.
ADJ/
NC OUT OUT OUT
8
7
6
5
1
2
3
4
GND IN
IN
IN
The characteristics of low dropout voltage and fast transient response
to step changes in load make it suitable for low voltage
microprocessor applications. The typical quiescent current
is
approximately 0.5mA and changes little with load current. The built-in
current-limit and thermal-shutdown functions prevent IC from damage
in fault conditions.
This device is available in U-DFN2030-8, SO-8EP, SOT223 and
TO252 packages.
U-DFN2030-8
(Top View)
Features
•
1.5A ultra-low dropout linear regulator
•
Ultra-low dropout: 190mV at 1.5A
•
Stable with 10µF input/output capacitor, any types
•
Wide input voltage range: 2.2V to 5.5V
•
Adjustable output voltage: 0.6V to 5.0V
•
Fixed output options: 1V, 1.2V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V
•
Low ground pin current
•
25nA quiescent current in shutdown mode
•
VADJ accuracy of ±1.5% @ +25°C
•
VADJ accuracy of ±3% over line, load and temperature
•
Excellent Load/Line Transient Response
•
Current limit and thermal shutdown protection
•
Ambient temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
•
•
•
1
8
ADJ/NC
IN
2
7
OUT
IN
3
6
OUT
IN
4
5
OUT
SO-8EP
(Top View)
3
OUT
U-DFN2030-8, SO-8EP, SOT223 and TO252: Available in
“Green” Molding Compound (No Br, Sb)
2
GND (TAB)
Totally Lead-Free & Fully RoHS Compliant (Notes 1 & 2)
Halogen and Antimony Free. “Green” Device (Note 3)
1
IN
SOT223
(Fixed Output)
Applications
•
GND
ASIC power supplies in printers, graphics cards, DVD players,
STBs, routers, etc
•
FPGA and DSP core or I/O power supplies
•
SMPS regulator
•
Conversion from 3.3V or 5V rail
(Top View)
3
2
GND
1
TO252
Notes:
1. No purposely added lead. Fully EU Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS) & 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) compliant.
2. See http://www.diodes.com for more information about Diodes Incorporated’s definitions of Halogen- and Antimony-free, "Green" and Lead-free.
3. Halogen- and Antimony-free "Green” products are defined as those which contain <900ppm bromine, <900ppm chlorine (<1500ppm total Br + Cl)
and <1000ppm antimony compounds.
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Typical Applications Circuit
VIN
VOUT
IN
VIN
VOUT
OUT
IN
AP7363
OUT
AP7363
10µF
10µF
R1
10µF
10µF
ADJ
GND
GND
R2
Fixed Output
Adjustable Output
⎛ R ⎞
VOUT = VREF⎜⎜1+ 1 ⎟⎟ where R2 ≤ 10kΩ
⎝ R2 ⎠
Pin Descriptions
Pin Number
Pin
Name
GND
IN
OUT
SOT223
TO252
2
1
3
U-DFN2030-8
SO-8EP
1
2, 3, 4
5, 6, 7
ADJ
NA
8
NC
NA
8
EP/TAB
—
—
Function
Ground.
Voltage input pin.
Voltage output pin.
Output feedback pin for adjustable version only – a resistor divider from this pin to the OUT
pin and ground sets the output voltage.
No connection for fixed output version.
The exposed pad (EP) is used to remove heat from the package and it is recommended that
it is connected to a copper area. The die is electrically connected to the exposed pad. It is
recommended to connect it externally to GND, but should not be the only ground connection.
Functional Block Diagram
IN
OUT
Gate
Driver
EN
Current Limit
and Thermal
Shutdown
OUT
IN
R
EN
Gate
Driver
Current Limit
and Thermal
Shutdown
ADJ
0.605V
0.605V
R
GND
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Absolute Maximum Ratings (cont.) (@TA = +25°C, unless otherwise specified.)
Symbol
ESD HBM
ESD MM
Parameter
Human Body Model ESD Protection
Machine Model ESD Protection
Ratings
2000
200
Unit
V
V
VIN
Input Voltage
-0.3 to +6.0
V
VOUT
OUT Voltage
-0.3 to VIN +0.3
V
IOUT
Continuous Load Current
Internal Limited
TST
Storage Temperature Range
TJ
Maximum Junction Temperature
-65 to +150
°C
150
°C
Recommended Operating Conditions (@TA = +25°C, unless otherwise specified.)
Symbol
Parameter
VIN
Input voltage
IOUT
Output Current
Notes:
Min
Max
Unit
2.2
5.5
V
0
1.5
A
TA
Operating Ambient Temperature
-40
+85
°C
TJ
Operating Junction Temperature (Note 5)
-40
+125
°C
4. Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only and
functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated are not implied. Exposure to absolute-maximum rated
conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
5. Operating junction temperature must be evaluated and derated as needed, based on ambient temperature (TA), power dissipation (PD), maximum
allowable operating junction temperature (TJ-MAX), and package thermal resistance (θJA).
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Electrical Characteristics (@TA = +25°C, VIN = 3.3V, IOUT = 10mA, CIN = 10µF, COUT = 10µF, unless otherwise specified.)
Minimum and maximum limits are guaranteed through test, design, or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely parametric
norm at TA = +25°C, and are provided for reference purposes only.
Symbol
Parameter
Test Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
VADJ
ADJ Pin Voltage
VIN = VIN-MIN to VIN-MAX,
IOUT = 10mA to 1.5A
IADJ
ADJ Pin Bias Current
VIN = VIN-MIN to VIN-MAX
Dropout Voltage (Note 6)
IOUT = 1.5A, VOUT = 2.5V
VDROPOUT
ΔVOUT /ΔVIN Line Regulation (Note 7)
VIN = VIN-MIN to VIN-MAX
ΔVOUT /ΔIOUT Load Regulation (Note 7)
IOUT = 10mA to 1.5A
IGND
IOUT-PK
Ground Pin Current in Normal
Operation Mode
IOUT = 10mA to 1.5A
Peak Output Current
VOUT ≥ VOUT - NOM -5%
TA = +25°C
0.584
Over temp
0.575
nA
750
190
TA = +25°C
Over temp
240
mV
280
—
Over temp
TA = +25°C
V
0.635
Over temp
TA = +25°C
0.626
50
TA = +25°C
0.04
—
0.05
—
0.18
Over temp
0.33
TA = +25°C
1.0
Over temp
—
%/V
%/A
1.2
mA
1.3
A
3.6
3.7
TA = +25°C
Short Circuit Current
OUT grounded
td(off)
Turn-Off Delay
From VEN < VIL to VOUT = OFF, IOUT = 1.5A
td(on)
Turn-On Delay
ISC
0.605
Over temp
A
2
25
μs
μs
From VEN > VIH to VOUT = ON, IOUT = 1.5A
25
VIN = 3.0V, IOUT = 1.5A, f = 120Hz
65
VIN = 3.0V, IOUT = 1.5A, f = 1kHz
61
Output Noise Density
F = 120Hz, COUT = 10μF ceramic
1.0
μV/√Hz
Output Noise Voltage
BW = 100Hz – 100kHz,
COUT = 10μF ceramic
100
μV(rms)
TSHDN
Thermal Shutdown Threshold
TJ rising
170
THYS
Thermal Shutdown Hysteresis
TJ falling from TSHDN
10
Thermal Resistance Junction-toAmbient
U-DFN2030-8 (Note 8)
SO-8EP (Note 8)
SOT223 (Note 8)
174.0
52.8
105.7
TO252 (Note 8)
U-DFN2030-8 (Note 8)
SO-8EP (Note 8)
SOT223 (Note 8)
TO252 (Note8)
87.8
28.2
10.0
18.5
17.3
PSRR
ρn(l/f)
en
θJA
θJC
Notes:
Ripple Rejection
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Case
dB
°C
o
C/W
o
C/W
6. Dropout voltage is the minimum voltage difference between the input and the output at which the output voltage drops 2% below its nominal value.
For any output voltage less than 2.5V, the minimum VIN operating voltage is the limiting factor.
7. The line and load regulation specification contains only the typical number. However, the limits for line and load regulation are included in the adjust
voltage tolerance specification.
8. Device mounted on 2” x 2” FR-4 substrate PCB, 2oz copper with minimum recommended pad layout.
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Typical Performance Characteristics (@TJ = +25°C, VIN = 2.7V, CIN = 10µF, COUT = 10µF, IOUT = 10mA, VOUT = 1.8V.)
10k
10k
COUT = 10µF CER
COUT = 10µF
NOISE (nV/√Hz)
NOISE (nV/√Hz)
1k
100
10
100
1000
10k
FREQUENCY (Hz)
Noise Density
1k
100
10
100
100k
1000
10k
FREQUENCY (Hz)
Noise Density
100k
2
3
2.5
VOUT (V)
IGND (mA)
2
1.5
1
25°C
125°C
1
-40°C
0.5
0
0
0.5
1
0
1.5
0
ILOAD (A)
IGND vs. Load Current
0.615
2
VIN (V)
Turn-On Characteristics
3
0.3
DROPOUT VOLTAGE (V)
0.610
VADJ (V)
1
0.605
0.600
125°C
0.2
25°C
-40°C
0.1
0.595
0.590
-50
-25
0
25
50
75
100
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0.5
1
1.5
LOAD CURRENT (A)
Dropout Voltage vs. Load Current
TEMPERATURE (°C)
VADJ vs. Temperature
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Typical Performance Characteristics (cont.)
(@TJ = +25°C, VIN = 2.7V, CIN = 10µF, COUT = 10µF, IOUT = 10mA, VOUT = 1.8V.)
Turn-On Time
Turn-On Time
VOUT = 1.2V (500mV/div)
IL = 1.5A, COUT = 10μF CER
VOUT = 1.2V (500mV/div)
IL = 0A, COUT = 10μF CER
VIN = 3.0V (2V/div)
VIN = 3.0V (2V/div)
Time (10μs/div)
Time (10μs/div)
Load Transient Response
90
VIN = 3.3V
COUT =10μF CER
VOUT = 1.8V (50mV/div)
REJECTION RATIO (dB)
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
ILOAD = 100mA to 1.5A (1A/div)
VIN = 3.3V
VOUT = 1.8V
IOUT = 1A
C IN = 1µF CER
C OUT = 1µF CER
0
100
1k
10k
100k
FREQUENCY (kHz)
PSRR
1M
Time (40μs/div)
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Application Note
Input Capacitor
A minimum 2.2μF ceramic capacitor is recommended between IN and GND pins to decouple input power supply glitch and noise. The amount of
the capacitance may be increased without limit. Larger input capacitor like 10μF will provide better load transient response. This input capacitor
must be located as close as possible to the device to assure input stability and reduce noise. For PCB layout, a wide copper trace is required for
both IN and GND pins. A lower ESR capacitor type allows the use of less capacitance, while higher ESR type requires more capacitance.
Output Capacitor
The output capacitor is required to stabilize and help the transient response of the LDO. The AP7363 is stable with any type of capacitor, with no
limitations on minimum or maximum ESR. The device is designed to have excellent transient response for most applications with a small amount
of output capacitance. The device is also stable with multiple capacitors in parallel, which can be of any type of value. Additional capacitance
helps to reduce undershoot and overshoot during transient loads. This capacitor should be placed as close as possible to OUT and GND pins for
optimum performance.
Adjustable Operation
The AP7363 provides output voltage from 0.6V to 5.0V through external resistor divider as shown below.
The output voltage is calculated by:
⎛
R ⎞
VOUT = VREF ⎜1 + 1 ⎟
⎜ R ⎟
2⎠
⎝
Where VREF = 0.6V (the internal reference voltage)
Rearranging the equation will give the following that is used for adjusting the output to a particular voltage:
⎛V
⎞
R1 = R 2 ⎜ OUT − 1⎟
⎜V
⎟
⎝ REF
⎠
To maintain the stability of the internal reference voltage, R2 need to be kept smaller than 10kΩ.
No Load Stability
Other than external resistor divider, no minimum load is required to keep the device stable. The device will remain stable and regulated in no
load condition.
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Application Note (cont.)
Stability and Phase Margin
Any regulator which operates using a feedback loop must be compensated in such a way as to ensure adequate phase margin, which is defined
as the difference between the phase shift and -180 degrees at the frequency where the loop gain crosses unity (0 dB). For most LDO regulators,
the ESR of the output capacitor is required to create a zero to add enough phase lead to ensure stable operation. The AP7363 has a internal
compensation circuit which maintains phase margin regardless of the ESR of the output capacitor, any type of capacitos can be used.
The two charts on the next page show the gain/phase plot of the AP7363 with an output of 1.2V, 10μF ceramic output capacitor, delivering 1.5A
load current and no load. It can be seen the phase margin is about 90° (which is very stable).
LOOP GAIN (dB)
60
GAIN
40
120
120
100
100
80
80
60
60
20
40
0
20
-20
0
-40
-60
-80
-100
-20
VIN = 2.7V
VOUT = 1.2V
IL = 1.5A
COUT = 10µF CER
-120
100
1k
10k
100k
40
120
PHASE
100
80
GAIN
60
20
40
0
20
-20
0
-40
-60
-40
-80
-60
-100
-80
1M
140
-120
100
-20
VIN = 2.7V
VOUT = 1.2V
I L = 0A
COUT = 10µF CER
1k
PHASE MARGIN (°)
80
140
LOOP GAIN (dB)
100
PHASE
PHASE MARGIN (°)
120
-40
-60
10k
100k
-80
1M
FREQUENCY(Hz)
Gain-Bandwidth Plot for no Load
FREQUENCY(Hz)
Gain-Bandwidth Plot for 1.5A Load
Short Circuit Protection
When output current at OUT pin is higher than current limit threshold, the current limit protection will be triggered and clamp the output current to
prevent over-current and to protect the regulator from damage due to overheating.
Thermal Shutdown Protection
Thermal protection disables the output when the junction temperature rises to approximately +170°C, allowing the device to cool down. When the
junction temperature reduces to approximately +160°C the output circuitry is enabled again. Depending on power dissipation, thermal resistance,
and ambient temperature, the thermal protection circuit may cycle on and off. This cycling limits the heat dissipation of the regulator, protecting it
from damage due to overheating.
Low Quiescent Current
The AP7363, consuming only around 0.5mA for all input range, provides great power saving in portable and low power applications.
Output Noise
This is the integrated value of the output noise over a specified frequency range. Input voltage and output load current are kept constant during
the measurement. Results are expressed in µVrms or µV√Hz.
The AP7363 is a low noise regulator and needs no external noise reduction capacitor. Output voltage noise is typically 100μVrms overall noise
level between 100 Hz and 100 kHz.
Noise is specified in two ways:
Output noise density is the RMS sum of all noise sources, measured at the regulator output, at a specific frequency (measured with a 1Hz
bandwidth). This type of noise is usually plotted on a curve as a function of frequency.
Output noise voltage is the RMS sum of spot noise over a specified bandwidth. Spot noise is measured in units μV/√Hz or nV/√Hz and total
output noise is measured in μV(rms). The primary source of noise in low-dropout regulators is the internal reference.
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Application Note (cont.)
Power Dissipation
The device power dissipation and proper sizing of the thermal plane that is connected to the thermal pad is critical to avoid thermal shutdown and
ensure reliable operation. Power dissipation of the device depends on input voltage and load conditions and can be calculated by:
PD = (VIN - VOUT) X IOUT
The maximum power dissipation, handled by the device, depends on the junction to ambient thermal resistance, and maximum ambient
temperature, which can be calculated by the equation in the following:
PD _ max =
( +150°C - TA )
R θJA
Ordering Information
Part Number
Package Code
Packaging
(Note 9)
AP7363-XXHA-7
AP7363-XXSP-13
AP7363-XXE-13
AP7363-XXD-13
HA
SP
E
D
U-DFN2030-8
SO-8EP
SOT223-3L
TO252-3L
Note:
7”/13” Tape and Reel
Quantity
Part Number Suffix
3000/Tape & Reel
-7
2500/Tape & Reel
-13
2500/Tape & Reel
-13
2500/Tape & Reel
-13
9. TO252 and SOT223 are only available with fixed output version.
Marking Information
(1) U-DFN2030-8
Device
AP7363ADJ
AP7363-10
AP7363-12
AP7363-15
AP7363-18
AP7363-25
AP7363-33
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U-DFN2030-8
U-DFN2030-8
U-DFN2030-8
U-DFN2030-8
U-DFN2030-8
U-DFN2030-8
U-DFN2030-8
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SA
SB
SC
SD
SE
SF
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Marking Information (cont.)
(2) SO-8EP
(3) SOT223
(4) TO252
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Package Outline Dimensions (All dimensions in mm.)
Please see AP02002 at http://www.diodes.com/datasheets/ap02002.pdf for latest version.
(1) U-DFN2030-8
A
A1
A3
U-DFN2030-8
Dim Min Max Typ
A 0.57 0.63 0.60
A1
0
0.05 0.02
A3
0.15
b 0.20 0.30 0.25
D 1.95 2.05 2.00
D2 1.40 1.60 1.50
e
0.50
E 2.95 3.05 3.00
E2 1.50 1.70 1.60
L 0.35 0.45 0.40
Z
0.125
All Dimensions in mm
Seating Plane
D
L
e
(Pin #1 ID)
C'0.25*45°
E
E2
D2
Z
b
(2) SO-8EP
Exposed Pad
8
5
E1
1
H
4
F
b
Bottom View
E
9° (All sides)
N
7°
A
e
D
A1
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Q
C
4° ± 3°
Gauge Plane
Seating Plane
E0
SO-8EP (SOP-8L-EP)
Dim Min Max Typ
A 1.40 1.50 1.45
A1 0.00 0.13
b 0.30 0.50 0.40
C 0.15 0.25 0.20
D 4.85 4.95 4.90
E 3.80 3.90 3.85
E0 3.85 3.95 3.90
E1 5.90 6.10 6.00
e
1.27
F 2.75 3.35 3.05
H 2.11 2.71 2.41
L 0.62 0.82 0.72
N
0.35
Q 0.60 0.70 0.65
All Dimensions in mm
L
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Package Outline Dimensions (cont.) (All dimensions in mm.)
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(3)
SOT223
SOT223
Dim Min Max Typ
A
1.55 1.65 1.60
A1 0.010 0.15 0.05
b1
2.90 3.10 3.00
b2
0.60 0.80 0.70
C
0.20 0.30 0.25
D
6.45 6.55 6.50
E
3.45 3.55 3.50
E1
6.90 7.10 7.00
e
—
—
4.60
e1
—
—
2.30
L
0.85 1.05 0.95
Q
0.84 0.94 0.89
All Dimensions in mm
A
A1
(4) TO252
E
A
b3
c2
L3
A2
D
E1
H
L4
A1
L
e
2X b2
3X b
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Dim Min Max Typ
A 2.19 2.39 2.29
A1 0.00 0.13 0.08
A2 0.97 1.17 1.07
b
0.64 0.88 0.783
b2 0.76 1.14 0.95
b3 5.21 5.46 5.33
c2 0.45 0.58 0.531
D 6.00 6.20 6.10
D1 5.21
−
−
e
2.286
−
−
E 6.45 6.70 6.58
E1 4.32
−
−
H 9.40 10.41 9.91
L
1.40 1.78 1.59
L3 0.88 1.27 1.08
L4 0.64 1.02 0.83
a
0°
10°
−
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Suggested Pad Layout
Please see AP02001 at http://www.diodes.com/datasheets/ap02001.pdf for the latest version.
(1) U-DFN2030-8
X2
Y
C
Dimensions
Y2
C
G
X
X1
X2
Y
Y1
Y2
Y1
X1
Value
(in mm)
0.500
0.250
0.350
1.500
1.850
0.600
1.600
3.300
G
Pin1
X
(2) SO-8EP
X2
Dimensions
C
X
X1
X2
Y
Y1
Y2
Y1
Y2
X1
Value
(in mm)
1.270
0.802
3.502
4.612
1.505
2.613
6.500
Y
C
X
(3) SOT223
X1
Y1
Dimensions
X1
X2
Y1
Y2
C1
C2
C1
Y2
Value (in mm)
3.3
1.2
1.6
1.6
6.4
2.3
C2
X2
(4) TO252
X2
Dimensions
Z
X1
X2
Y1
Y2
C
E1
Y2
C
Z
Value (in mm)
11.6
1.5
7.0
2.5
7.0
6.9
2.3
Y1
X1
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LIFE SUPPORT
Diodes Incorporated products are specifically not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without the express
written approval of the Chief Executive Officer of Diodes Incorporated. As used herein:
A. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which:
1. are intended to implant into the body, or
2. support or sustain life and whose failure to perform when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the
labeling can be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.
B. A critical component is any component in a life support device or system whose failure to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the
failure of the life support device or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
Customers represent that they have all necessary expertise in the safety and regulatory ramifications of their life support devices or systems, and
acknowledge and agree that they are solely responsible for all legal, regulatory and safety-related requirements concerning their products and any
use of Diodes Incorporated products in such safety-critical, life support devices or systems, notwithstanding any devices- or systems-related
information or support that may be provided by Diodes Incorporated. Further, Customers must fully indemnify Diodes Incorporated and its
representatives against any damages arising out of the use of Diodes Incorporated products in such safety-critical, life support devices or systems.
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