Synchronous Buck Controller with Constant On-Time and Valley Current Mode ADP1874/ADP1875 FEATURES TYPICAL APPLICATIONS CIRCUIT VIN = 2.95V TO 20V VREG VOUT BST EN DRVH FB SW GND CIN CBST RRES Q1 L VOUT COUT Q2 LOAD DRVL RPGD VREG PGOOD SS VREG_IN CVREG VEXT CSS RTRK2 RES TRACK VMASTER RTRK1 PGND Figure 1. Typical Applications Circuit 100 95 80 Available in three frequency options (300 kHz, 600 kHz, and 1.0 MHz, plus the PSM option), the ADP1874/ADP1875 are well suited for a wide range of applications that require a single-input power supply range from 2.95 V to 20 V. Low voltage biasing is supplied via a 5 V internal low dropout regulator (LDO). RTOP RBOT Telecom and networking systems Mid- to high-end servers Set-top boxes DSP core power supplies The ADP1875 is the power saving mode (PSM) version of the device and is capable of pulse skipping to maintain output regulation while achieving improved system efficiency at light loads (see the ADP1875 Power Saving Mode (PSM) section for more information). ADP1874/ ADP1875 COMP 10kΩ CVREG2 APPLICATIONS VIN = 5V (PSM) EFFICIENCY (%) 85 75 VIN = 16.5V 70 65 VIN = 13V 60 55 VIN = 13V (PSM) 50 45 40 VIN = 16.5V (PSM) 35 30 25 10 100 TA = 25°C VOUT = 1.8V fSW = 300kHz WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744325120, L = 1.2µH, DCR = 1.8mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 1k LOAD CURRENT (mA) 10k 100k 09347-102 The ADP1874/ADP1875 are versatile current mode, synchronous step-down controllers. They provide superior transient response, optimal stability, and current-limit protection by using a constant on-time, pseudo fixed frequency with a programmable current limit, current control scheme. In addition, these devices offer optimum performance at low duty cycles by using a valley, current mode control architecture. This allows the ADP1874/ADP1875 to drive all N-channel power stages to regulate output voltages to as low as 0.6 V. CC2 RC 90 GENERAL DESCRIPTION VIN CC 09347-001 Power input voltage range: 2.95 V to 20 V On-board bias regulator Minimum output voltage: 0.6 V 0.6 V reference voltage with ±1.0% accuracy Supports all N-channel MOSFET power stages Available in 300 kHz, 600 kHz, and 1.0 MHz options No current-sense resistor required Power saving mode (PSM) for light loads (ADP1875 only) Resistor programmable current limit Power good with internal pull-up resistor Externally programmable soft start Thermal overload protection Short-circuit protection Standalone precision enable input Integrated bootstrap diode for high-side drive Starts into a precharged output Available in a 16-lead QSOP package Figure 2. ADP1874/ADP1875 Efficiency vs. Load Current (VOUT = 1.8 V, 300 kHz) In addition, soft start programmability is included to limit input inrush current from the input supply during startup and to provide reverse current protection during precharged output conditions. The low-side current sense, current gain scheme, and integration of a boost diode, along with the PSM/forced pulsewidth modulation (PWM) option, reduce the external part count and improve efficiency. The ADP1874/ADP1875 operate over the −40°C to +125°C junction temperature range and are available in a 16-lead QSOP package. Rev. 0 Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices. 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ADP1874/ADP1875 TABLE OF CONTENTS Features .............................................................................................. 1 Timer Operation ........................................................................ 23 Applications....................................................................................... 1 Pseudo-Fixed Frequency ........................................................... 24 General Description ......................................................................... 1 Power Good Monitoring ........................................................... 24 Typical Applications Circuit............................................................ 1 Voltage Tracking......................................................................... 25 Revision History ............................................................................... 2 Applications Information .............................................................. 27 Specifications..................................................................................... 3 Feedback Resistor Divider ........................................................ 27 Absolute Maximum Ratings............................................................ 6 Inductor Selection ...................................................................... 27 Thermal Resistance ...................................................................... 6 Output Ripple Voltage (ΔVRR) .................................................. 27 Boundary Condition.................................................................... 6 Output Capacitor Selection....................................................... 27 ESD Caution.................................................................................. 6 Compensation Network ............................................................ 28 Pin Configuration and Function Descriptions............................. 7 Efficiency Consideration........................................................... 29 Typical Performance Characteristics ............................................. 8 Input Capacitor Selection.......................................................... 30 ADP1874/ADP1875 Block Digram.............................................. 18 Thermal Considerations............................................................ 31 Theory of Operation ...................................................................... 19 Design Example.......................................................................... 32 Startup.......................................................................................... 19 External Component Recommendations.................................... 34 Soft Start ...................................................................................... 19 Layout Considerations................................................................... 36 Precision Enable Circuitry ........................................................ 19 IC Section (Left Side of Evaluation Board)............................. 38 Undervoltage Lockout ............................................................... 19 Power Section ............................................................................. 38 On-Board Low Dropout Regulator.......................................... 20 Differential Sensing.................................................................... 39 Thermal Shutdown..................................................................... 20 Typical Application Circuits ......................................................... 40 Programming Resistor (RES) Detect Circuit.......................... 20 12 A, 300 kHz High Current Application Circuit.................. 40 Valley Current-Limit Setting .................................................... 20 5.5 V Input, 600 kHz Application Circuit ............................... 40 Hiccup Mode During Short Circuit......................................... 22 300 kHz High Current Application Circuit ............................ 41 Synchronous Rectifier................................................................ 22 Outline Dimensions ....................................................................... 42 ADP1875 Power Saving Mode (PSM) ..................................... 22 Ordering Guide .......................................................................... 42 REVISION HISTORY 2/11—Revision 0: Initial Version Rev. 0 | Page 2 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 SPECIFICATIONS All limits at temperature extremes are guaranteed via correlation using standard statistical quality control (SQC). VREG = 5 V, BST − SW = VREG − VRECT_DROP (see Figure 40 to Figure 42). VIN = 12 V. The specifications are valid for TJ = −40°C to +125°C, unless otherwise specified. Table 1. Parameter POWER SUPPLY CHARACTERISTICS High Input Voltage Range Quiescent Current Shutdown Current Undervoltage Lockout UVLO Hysteresis INTERNAL REGULATOR CHARACTERISTICS VREG Operational Output Voltage Symbol Test Conditions/Comments VIN CVIN = 22 μF(25 V rating) to PGND (at Pin 1) ADP1874ARQZ-0.3/ADP1875ARQZ-0.3 (300 kHz) ADP1874ARQZ-0.6/ADP1875ARQZ-0.6 (600 kHz) ADP1874ARQZ-1.0/ADP1875ARQZ-1.0 (1.0 MHz) FB = 1.5 V, no switching EN < 600 mV Rising VIN (see Figure 35 for temperature variation) Falling VIN from operational state VREG and VREG_IN tied together and should not be loaded externally because they are intended to only bias internal circuitry CVREG = 4.7 μF to PGND, 0.22 μF to GND, VIN = 2.95 V to 20 V ADP1874ARQZ-0.3/ADP1875ARQZ-0.3 (300 kHz) ADP1874ARQZ-0.6/ADP1875ARQZ-0.6 (600 kHz) ADP1874ARQZ-1.0/ADP1875ARQZ-1.0 (1.0 MHz) VIN = 7 V, 100 mA VIN = 12 V, 100 mA 0 mA to 100 mA, VIN = 7 V 0 mA to 100 mA, VIN = 20 V VIN = 7 V to 20 V, 20 mA VIN = 7 V to 20 V, 100 mA 100 mA out of VREG, VIN ≤ 5 V VIN = 20 V IQ_REG + IQ_BST IREG,SD + IBST,SD UVLO VREG VREG Output in Regulation Load Regulation Line Regulation VIN to VREG Dropout Voltage Short VREG to PGND SOFT START Soft Start Period Calculation ERROR AMPLIFER FB Regulation Voltage Transconductance FB Input Leakage Current CURRENT-SENSE AMPLIFIER GAIN Programming Resistor (RES) Value from RES to PGND SWITCHING FREQUENCY ADP1874ARQZ-0.3/ ADP1875ARQZ-0.3 (300 kHz) On-Time Minimum On-Time Minimum Off-Time Min Typ Max Unit 2.95 2.95 3.25 12 12 12 1.1 140 2.65 190 20 20 20 V V V mA μA V mV 2.75 2.75 3.05 4.82 4.83 Gm IFB, LEAK TJ = 25°C TJ = −40°C to +85°C TJ = −40°C to +125°C 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.16 5.16 415 320 10 Connect external capacitor from SS pin to GND, CSS = 10 nF/ms VFB 5 5 5 4.981 4.982 32 34 2.5 2 300 229 225 V V V V V mV mV mV mV mV mA nF/ms 596 594.2 320 600 600 600 496 1 604 605.8 670 50 mV mV mV μS nA RES = 47 kΩ ± 1% 2.7 3 3.3 V/V RES = 22 kΩ ± 1% RES = none RES = 100 kΩ ± 1% Typical values measured at 50% time points with 0 nF at DRVH and DRVL; maximum values are guaranteed by bench evaluation 1 5.5 11 22 6 12 24 6.5 13 26 V/V V/V V/V FB = 0.6 V, EN = VREG 300 VIN = 5 V, VOUT = 2 V, TJ = 25°C VIN = 20 V 84% duty cycle (maximum) Rev. 0 | Page 3 of 44 1120 1200 145 340 kHz 1280 190 400 ns ns ns ADP1874/ADP1875 Parameter ADP1874ARQZ-0.6/ ADP1875ARQZ-0.6 (600 kHz) On-Time Minimum On-Time Minimum Off-Time ADP1874ARQZ-1.0/ ADP1875ARQZ-1.0 (1.0 MHz) On-Time Minimum On-Time Minimum Off-Time OUTPUT DRIVER CHARACTERISTICS High-Side Driver Output Source Resistance 2 Output Sink Resistance2 Rise Time 3 Fall Time3 Low-Side Driver Output Source Resistance2 Output Sink Resistance2 Rise Time3 Fall Time3 Propagation Delays DRVL Fall to DRVH Rise3 DRVH Fall to DRVL Rise3 SW Leakage Current Integrated Rectifier Channel Impedance PRECISION ENABLE THRESHOLD Logic High Level Enable Hysteresis COMP VOLTAGE COMP Clamp Low Voltage COMP Clamp High Voltage COMP Zero Current Threshold THERMAL SHUTDOWN Thermal Shutdown Threshold Thermal Shutdown Hysteresis CURRENT LIMIT Hiccup Current Limit Timing OVERVOLTAGE AND POWER GOOD THRESHOLDS FB Power Good Threshold FB Power Good Hysteresis FB Overvoltage Threshold FB Overvoltage Hysteresis PGOOD Low Voltage During Sink PGOOD Leakage Current Symbol Test Conditions/Comments Min Typ 600 Max Unit kHz VIN = 5 V, VOUT = 2 V, TJ = 25°C VIN = 20 V, VOUT = 0.8 V 65% duty cycle (maximum) 500 540 82 340 1.0 580 110 400 ns ns ns MHz VIN = 5 V, VOUT = 2 V, TJ = 25°C VIN = 20 V 45% duty cycle (maximum) 285 312 52 340 340 85 400 ns ns ns 2.25 0.70 25 11 3 1 tr, DRVH tf, DRVH ISOURCE = 1.5 A, 100 ns, positive pulse (0 V to 5 V) ISINK = 1.5 A, 100 ns, negative pulse (5 V to 0 V) BST − SW = 4.4 V, CIN = 4.3 nF (see Figure 59) BST − SW = 4.4 V, CIN = 4.3 nF (see Figure 60) Ω Ω ns ns 1.6 0.7 18 16 2.2 1 tr,DRVL tf,DRVL ISOURCE = 1.5 A, 100 ns, positive pulse (0 V to 5 V) ISINK = 1.5 A, 100 ns, negative pulse (5 V to 0 V) VREG = 5.0 V, CIN = 4.3 nF (see Figure 60) VREG = 5.0 V, CIN = 4.3 nF (see Figure 59) Ω Ω ns ns ttpdhDRVH ttpdhDRVL ISWLEAK BST − SW = 4.4 V (see Figure 59) BST − SW = 4.4 V (see Figure 60) BST = 25 V, SW = 20 V, VREG = 5 V 15.4 18 ISINK = 10 mA 22 VCOMP(LOW) VCOMP(HIGH) VCOMP_ZCT TTMSD 110 VIN = 2.9 V to 20 V, VREG = 2.75 V to 5.5 V VIN = 2.9 V to 20 V, VREG = 2.75 V to 5.5 V 605 Tie EN pin to VREG to enable device (2.75 V ≤ VREG ≤ 5.5 V) (2.75 V ≤ VREG ≤ 5.5 V) (2.75 V ≤ VREG ≤ 5.5 V) 0.47 634 31 ns ns μA Ω 663 mV mV V 1.15 2.55 V V Rising temperature 155 15 °C °C COMP = 2.4 V 6 ms FBPGD VFB rising during system power-up FBOV VFB rising during overvoltage event, IPGOOD = 1 mA VPGOOD IPGOOD = 1 mA PGOOD = 5 V 542 30 691 30 143 1 PGOOD Rev. 0 | Page 4 of 44 566 710 200 400 mV mV mV mV mV nA ADP1874/ADP1875 Parameter TRACKING Track Input Voltage Range FB-to-Tracking Offset Voltage Leakage Current Symbol Test Conditions/Comments Min Typ 0 0.5 V < TRACK < 0.6 V, offset = VFB − VTRACK VTRACK = 5 V 1 63 1 Max Unit 5 V mV nA 50 The maximum specified values are with the closed loop measured at 10% to 90% time points (see Figure 59 and Figure 60), CGATE = 4.3 nF, and the upper- and lower-side MOSFETs being Infineon BSC042N03MS G. Guaranteed by design. 3 Not automatic test equipment (ATE) tested. 2 Rev. 0 | Page 5 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS THERMAL RESISTANCE Table 2. Parameter VREG, VREG_IN, TRACK to PGND, GND VIN, EN, PGOOD to PGND FB, COMP, RES, SS to GND DRVL to PGND SW to PGND BST to SW BST to PGND DRVH to SW PGND to GND PGOOD Input Current θJA (16-Lead QSOP) 4-Layer Board Operating Junction Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Soldering Conditions Maximum Soldering Lead Temperature (10 sec) Rating −0.3 V to +6 V −0.3 V to +28 V −0.3 V to (VREG + 0.3 V) −0.3 V to (VREG + 0.3 V) −2.0 V to +28 V −0.6 V to (VREG + 0.3 V) −0.3 V to +28 V −0.3 V to VREG ±0.3 V 35 mA 104°C/W −40°C to +125°C −65°C to +150°C JEDEC J-STD-020 300°C θJA is specified for the worst-case conditions, that is, a device soldered in a circuit board for surface-mount packages. Table 3. Thermal Resistance Package Type θJA (16-Lead QSOP) 4-Layer Board θJA Unit 104° °C/W BOUNDARY CONDITION In determining the values given in Table 2 and Table 3, natural convection is used to transfer heat to a 4-layer evaluation board. ESD CAUTION Stresses above those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only; functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions above those indicated in the operational section of this specification is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability. Absolute maximum ratings apply individually only, not in combination. Unless otherwise specified, all other voltages are referenced to PGND. Rev. 0 | Page 6 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 PIN CONFIGURATION AND FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS VIN 1 16 BST COMP 2 FB 4 GND 5 RES 6 VREG 7 VREG_IN 8 15 SW ADP1874/ ADP1875 14 DRVH 13 PGND TOP VIEW 12 DRVL (Not to Scale) 11 PGOOD 10 SS 9 TRACK 09347-003 EN 3 Figure 3. Pin Configuration Table 4. Pin Function Descriptions Pin No. 1 2 Mnemonic VIN COMP 3 4 5 EN FB GND 6 7 RES VREG 8 9 VREG_IN TRACK 10 SS 11 PGOOD 12 DRVL 13 14 15 16 PGND DRVH SW BST Description High-Side Input Voltage. Connect VIN to the drain of the upper-side MOSFET. Output of the Error Amplifier. Connect the compensation network between this pin and AGND to achieve stability (see the Compensation Network section). Connect to VREG to Enable IC. When pulled down to AGND externally, disables the IC. Noninverting Input of the Internal Error Amplifier. This is the node where the feedback resistor is connected. Analog Ground Reference Pin of the IC. All sensitive analog components should be connected to this ground plane (see the Layout Considerations section). Current Sense Gain Resistor (External). Connect a resistor between the RES pin and GND (Pin 5). Internal Regulator Supply Bias Voltage for the ADP1874/ADP1875 Controller (Includes the Output Gate Drivers). A bypass capacitor of 1 μF directly from this pin to PGND and a 0.1 μF across VREG and GND are recommended. Input to the Internal LDO. Tie this pin directly to Pin 7 (VREG). Tracking Input. If the tracking function is not used, it is recommended to connect TRACK to VREG through a resistor higher than 1 MΩ or simply connect TRACK between 0.7 V and 2 V to reduce the bias current going into the pin. Soft Start Input. Connect an external capacitor to GND to program the soft start period. Capacitance value of 10 nF for every 1 ms of soft start delay. Open-Drain Power Good Output. Sinks current when FB is out of regulation or during thermal shutdown. Connect a 3 kΩ resistor between PGOOD and VREG. Leave unconnected if not used. Drive Output for the External Lower-Side, N-Channel MOSFET. This pin also serves as the current-sense gain setting pin (see Figure 69). Power GND. Ground for the lower-side gate driver and lower-side, N-channel MOSFET. Drive Output for the External Upper-Side, N-Channel MOSFET. Switch Node Connection. Bootstrap for the Upper-Side MOSFET Gate Drive Circuitry. An internal boot rectifier (diode) is connected between VREG and BST. A capacitor from BST to SW is required. An external Schottky diode can also be connected between VREG and BST for increased gate drive capability. Rev. 0 | Page 7 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 VIN = 16.5V VIN = 13V TA = 25°C VOUT = 0.8V fSW = 300kHz WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744325072, L = 0.72µH, DCR = 1.3mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 100k EFFICIENCY (%) 09347-105 EFFICIENCY (%) LOAD CURRENT (mA) EFFICIENCY (%) VIN = 16.5V TA = 25°C VOUT = 7V fSW = 300kHz WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 7443551200, L = 2.0µH, DCR = 2.6mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 100k 09347-106 EFFICIENCY (%) 100 1k 10k 100k 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 VIN = 13V VIN = 13V (PSM) VIN = 16.5V VIN = 16.5V (PSM) TA = 25°C VOUT = 1.8V fSW = 600kHz WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744325072, L = 0.72µH, DCR = 1.3mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 100 1k 10k 100k Figure 8. Efficiency—600 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V VIN = 13V 10k WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744355147, L = 0.47µH, DCR = 0.67mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 5. Efficiency—300 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V 1k TA = 25°C VOUT = 0.8V fSW = 600kHz VIN = 16.5V (PSM) Figure 7. Efficiency—600 kHz, VOUT = 0.8 V 100 95 VIN = 5V (PSM) 90 85 80 75 70 VIN = 16.5V 65 VIN = 13V (PSM) 60 55 VIN = 13V 50 45 40 VIN = 16.5V (PSM) 35 TA = 25°C 30 VOUT = 1.8V 25 fSW = 300kHz 20 WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 15 744325120, L = 1.2µH, DCR = 1.8mΩ 10 INFINEON FETs: 5 BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 0 10 100 1k 10k 100k LOAD CURRENT (mA) VIN = 16.5V LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 4. Efficiency—300 kHz, VOUT = 0.8 V 100 95 VIN = 16.5V (PSM) 90 85 80 75 V = 13V (PSM) IN 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 100 VIN = 13V (PSM) 09347-108 10k VIN = 13V Figure 6. Efficiency—300 kHz, VOUT = 7 V 100 VIN = 13V (PSM) 95 90 V = 16.5V (PSM) IN 85 80 75 70 65 VIN = 16.5V 60 55 50 VIN = 20V (PSM) VIN = 20V 45 40 35 TA = 25°C 30 VOUT = 5V 25 fSW = 600kHz 20 WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 15 744318180, L = 1.4µH, DCR = 3.2mΩ 10 INFINEON FETs: 5 BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 0 10 100 1k 10k 100k LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 9. Efficiency—600 kHz, VOUT = 5 V Rev. 0 | Page 8 of 44 09347-109 1k LOAD CURRENT (mA) 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 09347-107 EFFICIENCY (%) 100 95 90 VIN = 13V (PSM) 85 80 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 V = 16.5V (PSM) IN 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 100 09347-104 EFFICIENCY (%) TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS 0.807 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 65 VIN = 13V (PSM) 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 VIN = 16.5V (PSM) 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 100 0.806 VIN = 13V 0.805 VIN = 16.5V TA = 25°C VOUT = 0.8V fSW = 1.0MHz 10k 100k LOAD CURRENT (mA) 0.798 0.797 0.796 0.792 VIN = 13V +125°C +25°C –40°C 0 2000 VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 4000 6000 8000 10,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) 1.821 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V TA = 25°C VOUT = 1.8V fSW = 1.0MHz WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744303022, L = 0.22µH, DCR = 0.33mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 10k 100k 1.786 TA = 25°C VOUT = 5V fSW = 1.0MHz 100k 09347-112 WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744355090, L = 0.9µH, DCR = 1.6mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 10k VIN = 5.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 0 1500 3000 4500 VIN = 13V +125°C +25°C –40°C 6000 7500 VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 9000 10,500 12,000 13,500 15,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) VIN = 13V 1k 1.796 Figure 14. Output Voltage Accuracy—300 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V VIN = 16.5V LOAD CURRENT (mA) 1.801 1.791 VIN = 13V (PSM) VIN = 16.5V (PSM) 1.806 Figure 12. Efficiency—1.0 MHz, VOUT = 5 V 7.100 7.095 7.090 7.085 7.080 7.075 7.070 7.065 7.060 7.055 7.050 7.045 7.040 7.035 7.030 7.025 7.020 7.015 7.010 7.005 7.000 +125°C +25°C –40°C 0 1000 2000 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 15. Output Voltage Accuracy—300 kHz, VOUT = 7 V Rev. 0 | Page 9 of 44 9000 09347-015 1k 1.811 09347-014 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) 1.816 09347-111 EFFICIENCY (%) EFFICIENCY (%) 0.799 0.793 Figure 11. Efficiency—1.0 MHz, VOUT = 1.8 V 100 0.800 Figure 13. Output Voltage Accuracy—300 kHz, VOUT = 0.8 V LOAD CURRENT (mA) 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 0.801 0.794 Figure 10. Efficiency—1.0 MHz, VOUT = 0.8 V 100 95 90 85 80 VIN = 13V (PSM) 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 V = 16.5V (PSM) IN 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 10 100 0.802 0.795 WÜRTH INDUCTOR: 744303012, L = 0.12µH, DCR = 0.33mΩ INFINEON FETs: BSC042N03MS G (UPPER/LOWER) 1k 0.803 09347-013 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) 0.804 09347-110 EFFICIENCY (%) ADP1874/ADP1875 ADP1874/ADP1875 0.808 0.807 0.805 0.806 0.803 0.802 0.800 0.798 0.796 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10,000 0.793 VIN = 13V +125°C +25°C –40°C 0 4000 6000 8000 10,000 Figure 19. Output Voltage Accuracy—1.0 MHz, VOUT = 0.8 V 1.820 VIN = 13V +125°C +25°C –40°C 0 1500 3000 4500 VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 6000 7500 9000 1.810 1.805 1.800 VIN = 13V +125°C +25°C –40°C 1.795 10,500 12,000 1.790 0 VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 09347-019 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) 1.815 LOAD CURRENT (mA) 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 17. Output Voltage Accuracy—600 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V Figure 20. Output Voltage Accuracy—1.0 MHz, VOUT = 1.8 V 5.030 5.04 5.025 5.03 5.02 5.020 5.01 5.010 5.005 5.000 4.995 4.990 4.985 5.00 4.99 4.98 4.97 4.96 4.95 4.94 4.93 4.980 4.975 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) VIN = 13V +125°C +25°C –40°C 4.92 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V VIN = 20V 4.91 09347-017 +125°C +25°C –40°C Figure 18. Output Voltage Accuracy—600 kHz, VOUT = 5 V 4.90 0 VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 800 1600 2400 3200 4000 4800 5600 6400 7200 8000 8800 9600 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 21. Output Voltage Accuracy—1.0 MHz, VOUT =5 V Rev. 0 | Page 10 of 44 09347-020 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) 5.015 4.970 2000 VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C LOAD CURRENT (mA) 09347-016 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) 0.795 0.787 Figure 16. Output Voltage Accuracy—600 kHz, VOUT = 0.8 V OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) 0.797 0.789 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 09347-115 +125°C +25°C –40°C LOAD CURRENT (mA) 1.818 1.816 1.814 1.812 1.810 1.808 1.806 1.804 1.802 1.800 1.798 1.796 1.794 1.792 1.790 1.788 1.786 1.784 1.782 1.780 1.778 1.776 1.774 1.772 1.770 0.799 0.791 0.794 0.792 0.801 09347-118 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) FREQUENCY (kHz) 0.804 ADP1874/ADP1875 601.0 900 SWITCHING FREQUENCY (kHz) 599.5 VREG = 5V, VIN = 13V 599.0 598.5 598.0 840 820 800 780 760 740 25.0 57.5 90.0 700 13.0 09347-121 –7.5 122.5 TEMPERATURE (°C) +125°C +25°C –40°C 315 14.0 14.5 15.0 15.5 16.0 16.5 VIN (V) Figure 22. Feedback Voltage vs. Temperature 325 13.5 09347-124 720 597.0 –40.0 Figure 25. Switching Frequency vs. High Input Voltage, 1.0 MHz, VIN Range = 13 V to 16.5 V 280 NO LOAD VIN = 13V VIN = 20V VIN = 16.5V 265 305 FREQUENCY (kHz) SWITCHING FREQUENCY (kHz) 860 295 285 +125°C +25°C –40°C 250 235 220 275 205 265 VIN (V) 190 09347-022 255 10.8 11.0 11.2 11.4 11.6 11.8 12.0 12.2 12.4 12.6 12.8 13.0 13.2 +125°C +25°C –40°C 2000 4000 6000 8000 10,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 23. Switching Frequency vs. High Input Voltage, 300 kHz, ±10% of 12 V 650 0 09347-025 FEEDBACK VOLTAGE (V) VREG = 5V, VIN = 20V 600.0 597.5 Figure 26. Frequency vs. Load Current, 300 kHz, VOUT = 0.8 V 330 NO LOAD VIN = 20V VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 320 600 +125°C +25°C –40°C 310 FREQUENCY (kHz) SWITCHING FREQUENCY (kHz) +125°C +25°C –40°C 880 600.5 550 500 300 290 280 270 260 450 13.4 13.8 14.2 14.6 15.0 VIN (V) 15.4 15.8 16.2 16.5 Figure 24. Switching Frequency vs. High Input Voltage, 600 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V, VIN Range = 13 V to 16.5 V Rev. 0 | Page 11 of 44 240 0 1500 3000 4500 6000 7500 9000 10,500 12,000 13,500 15,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 27. Frequency vs. Load Current, 300 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V 09347-026 400 13.0 09347-123 250 ADP1874/ADP1875 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 334 +125°C +25°C –40°C 326 FREQUENCY (kHz) FREQUENCY (kHz) 330 322 318 314 310 306 298 0 800 1600 2400 3200 4000 4800 5600 6400 7200 8000 8800 LOAD CURRENT (mA) 09347-027 302 740 733 726 719 712 705 698 691 684 677 670 663 656 649 642 635 628 621 510 800 1600 2400 3200 4000 4800 5600 6400 7200 8000 8800 9600 Figure 31. Frequency vs. Load Current, 600 kHz, VOUT = 5 V 850 +125°C +25°C –40°C VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 0 +125°C +25°C –40°C LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 28. Frequency vs. Load Current, 300 kHz, VOUT = 7 V 540 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 09347-030 338 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V +125°C +25°C –40°C 775 FREQUENCY (kHz) FREQUENCY (kHz) 480 450 420 390 700 625 550 360 0 1200 2400 3600 4800 6000 7200 8400 9600 10,800 12,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) 400 09347-028 300 6000 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 1150 615 1000 FREQUENCY (kHz) 1075 595 575 555 535 8000 10,000 12,000 +125°C +25°C –40°C 925 850 775 700 +125°C +25°C –40°C 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) 625 Figure 30. Frequency vs. Load Current, 600 kHz, VOUT = 1.8 V 550 0 1200 2400 3600 4800 6000 7200 8400 9600 10,800 12,000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 33. Frequency vs. Load Current, 1.0 MHz, VOUT = 1.8 V Rev. 0 | Page 12 of 44 09347-032 515 09347-029 FREQUENCY (kHz) 1225 635 495 4000 Figure 32. Frequency vs. Load Current, VOUT = 1.0 MHz, 0.8 V VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 655 2000 LOAD CURRENT (mA) Figure 29. Frequency vs. Load Current, 600 kHz, VOUT = 0.8 V 675 0 09347-031 475 330 ADP1874/ADP1875 1450 VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 1400 82 +125°C +25°C –40°C MAXIMUM DUTY CYCLE (%) 1300 1250 1200 1150 1100 1050 76 74 72 70 68 66 800 1600 2400 3200 4000 4800 5600 6400 7200 8000 62 5.5 09347-033 0 7.9 9.1 10.3 11.5 12.7 13.9 15.1 16.3 VIN (V) Figure 34. Frequency vs. Load Current, 1.0 MHz, VOUT = 5 V Figure 37. Maximum Duty Cycle vs. High Voltage Input (VIN) 680 2.657 630 2.656 580 MINUMUM OFF-TIME (ns) 2.658 2.655 2.654 2.653 2.652 2.651 VREG = 2.7V VREG = 3.6V VREG = 5.5V 530 480 430 380 330 280 2.650 230 –20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 TEMPERATURE (°C) 180 –40 09347-034 2.649 –40 6.7 09347-036 64 LOAD CURRENT (mA) UVLO (V) 78 20 40 60 80 100 120 Figure 38. Minimum Off-Time vs. Temperature 680 +125°C +25°C –40°C 90 0 TEMPERATURE (°C) Figure 35. UVLO vs. Temperature 95 –20 09347-037 FREQUENCY (kHz) 1350 1000 +125°C +25°C –40°C 80 +125°C +25°C –40°C 630 MINUMUM OFF-TIME (ns) 80 75 70 65 480 430 380 330 230 400 500 600 700 800 900 FREQUENCY (kHz) 1000 180 2.7 3.1 3.5 3.9 4.3 4.7 5.1 5.5 VREG (V) Figure 39. Minimum Off-Time vs. VREG (Low Input Voltage) Figure 36. Maximum Duty Cycle vs. Frequency Rev. 0 | Page 13 of 44 09347-038 55 300 530 280 60 09347-035 MAXIMUM DUTY CYCLE (%) 580 85 ADP1874/ADP1875 80 +125°C +25°C –40°C RECTIFIER DROP (mV) 640 560 480 400 320 240 80 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 FREQUENCY (kHz) 1200 1120 VIN = 5.5V VIN = 13V VIN = 16.5V 1MHz 300kHz 48 40 32 24 16 3.1 3.5 3.9 4.3 4.7 5.1 5.5 VREG (V) Figure 43. Lower-Side MOSFET Body Diode Conduction Time vs. VREG TA = 25°C OUTPUT VOLTAGE 1 1040 RECTIFIER DROP (mV) 56 8 2.7 Figure 40. Internal Rectifier Drop vs. Frequency 1280 +125°C +25°C –40°C 64 09347-039 160 300kHz 1MHz 72 09347-042 720 VREG = 2.7V VREG = 3.6V VREG = 5.5V BODY DIODE CONDUCTION TIME (ns) 800 960 880 800 INDUCTOR CURRENT 720 2 640 560 SW NODE 480 400 3 320 240 3.5 3.9 4.3 4.7 5.1 5.5 VREG (V) Figure 41. Internal Boost Rectifier Drop vs. VREG (Low Input Voltage) Over VIN Variation 720 640 300kHz 1MHz CH1 50mV BW CH3 10V BW CH2 5A Ω CH4 5V M400ns T 35.8% A CH2 3.90A 09347-043 3.1 09347-040 80 2.7 LOW SIDE 4 160 Figure 44. Power Saving Mode (PSM) Operational Waveform, 100 mA +125°C +25°C –40°C OUTPUT VOLTAGE INDUCTOR CURRENT 480 2 400 320 SW NODE 240 3 160 LOW SIDE 80 2.7 3.1 3.5 3.9 4.3 4.7 5.1 VREG (V) 5.5 Figure 42. Internal Boost Rectifier Drop vs. VREG CH1 50mV BW CH3 10V BW CH2 5A Ω CH4 5V M4.0µs T 35.8% A CH2 3.90A Figure 45. PSM Waveform at Light Load, 500 mA Rev. 0 | Page 14 of 44 09347-044 4 09347-041 RECTIFIER DROP (mV) 1 560 ADP1874/ADP1875 OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2 4 OUTPUT VOLTAGE INDUCTOR CURRENT 12A NEGATIVE STEP 1 SW NODE 1 3 SW NODE LOW SIDE 3 M400ns CH4 100mV A CH3 2.20V B W T 30.6% CH1 10A Ω CH3 20V CH2 200mV CH4 5V B W M20µs T 48.2% A CH1 3.40A 09347-048 CH1 5A Ω CH3 10V 09347-045 4 Figure 49. Negative Step During Heavy Load Transient Behavior—PSM Enabled, 12 A (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) Figure 46. CCM Operation at Heavy Load, 12 A (See Figure 99 for Application Circuit) OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2 4 OUTPUT VOLTAGE 12A STEP 12A STEP LOW SIDE 1 1 SW NODE 3 2 SW NODE LOW SIDE CH2 200mV CH4 5V B W M2ms T 75.6% A CH1 3.40A 3 CH1 10A Ω CH3 20V CH2 5V CH4 200mV B W M2ms T 15.6% A CH1 6.20A 09347-049 CH1 10A Ω CH3 20V 09347-046 4 Figure 50. Load Transient Step—Forced PWM at Light Load, 12 A (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) Figure 47. Load Transient Step—PSM Enabled, 12 A (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) OUTPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2 4 12A POSITIVE STEP 12A POSITIVE STEP SW NODE 1 LOW SIDE 1 3 2 SW NODE LOW SIDE 4 B W M20µs T 30.6% A CH1 3.40A 3 CH1 10A Ω CH3 20V Figure 48. Positive Step During Heavy Load Transient Behavior—PSM Enabled, 12 A, VOUT = 1.8 V (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) CH2 5V CH4 200mV B W M20µs T 43.8% A CH1 6.20A 09347-050 CH2 200mV CH4 5V 09347-047 CH1 10A Ω CH3 20V Figure 51. Positive Step During Heavy Load Transient Behavior—Forced PWM at Light Load, 12 A, VOUT = 1.8 V (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) Rev. 0 | Page 15 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2 OUTPUT VOLTAGE 1 INDUCTOR CURRENT 12A NEGATIVE STEP 1 2 SW NODE LOW SIDE 4 3 SW NODE LOW SIDE CH2 200mV CH4 5V B W M10µs T 23.8% A CH1 5.60A CH1 2V BW CH2 5A Ω CH3 10V CH4 5V Figure 52. Negative Step During Heavy Load Transient Behavior—Forced PWM at Light Load, 12 A (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) M2ms T 32.8% A CH1 720mV 09347-054 CH1 10A Ω CH3 20V 3 09347-051 4 Figure 55. Start-Up Behavior at Heavy Load, 12 A, 300 kHz (See Figure 99 Application Circuit) OUTPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE 1 1 INDUCTOR CURRENT 2 LOW SIDE INDUCTOR CURRENT 2 LOW SIDE 4 4 SW NODE SW NODE 3 M4ms T 49.4% A CH1 920mV CH1 2V BW CH2 5A Ω CH3 10V CH4 5V Figure 53. Output Short-Circuit Behavior Leading to Hiccup Mode 1 M4ms T 41.6% A CH1 720mV 09347-055 CH1 2V BW CH2 5A Ω CH3 10V CH4 5V 09347-052 3 Figure 56. Power-Down Waveform During Heavy Load OUTPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT VOLTAGE 1 INDUCTOR CURRENT INDUCTOR CURRENT 2 2 SW NODE SW NODE 3 3 LOW SIDE LOW SIDE 4 CH2 10A Ω CH4 5V M10µs T 36.2% A CH2 8.20A CH1 50mV BW CH3 10V BW CH2 5A Ω CH4 5V M2µs T 35.8% A CH2 3.90A 09347-056 CH1 5V CH3 10V 09347-053 4 B W Figure 57. Output Voltage Ripple Waveform During PSM Operation at Light Load, 2 A Figure 54. Magnified Waveform During Hiccup Mode Rev. 0 | Page 16 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 TA = 25°C VREG = 5.5V VREG = 3.6V VREG = 2.7V 570 TRANSCONDUCTANCE (µS) LOW SIDE 4 HIGH SIDE SW NODE 3 2 550 530 510 490 470 HS MINUS SW M40ns T 29.0% A CH2 4.20V 430 –40 09347-058 CH3 5V MATH 2V 40ns CH2 5V CH4 2V 20 40 60 80 100 680 +125°C +25°C –40°C TRANSCONDUCTANCE (µs) 630 4 22ns (tpdhDRVH ) HIGH SIDE SW NODE 120 Figure 61. Transconductance (Gm) vs. Temperature TA = 25°C 16ns (tf,DRVL ) 0 TEMPERATURE (°C) Figure 58. Output Drivers and SW Node Waveforms LOW SIDE –20 09347-061 450 M 25ns (tr,DRVH) 580 530 480 430 3 2 CH2 5V CH3 5V CH4 2V MATH 2V 40ns M40ns T 29.0% A CH2 4.20V 330 2.7 3.0 3.3 3.6 3.9 4.2 4.5 4.8 5.1 5.4 VREG (V) 09347-062 380 HS MINUS SW 09347-059 M Figure 62. Transconductance (Gm) vs. VREG Figure 59. Upper-Side Driver Rising and Lower-Side Falling Edge Waveforms (CIN = 4.3 nF (Upper-/Lower-Side MOSFET), QTOTAL = 27 nC (VGS = 4.4 V (Q1), VGS = 5 V (Q3)) 1.30 18ns (tr,DRVL ) LOW SIDE 1.25 QUIESCENT CURRENT (mA) 1.20 4 HIGH SIDE HS MINUS SW 24ns (tpdh,DRVL ) 11ns (tf,DRVH ) 3 2 SW NODE 1.15 +125°C 1.10 1.05 +25°C 1.00 0.95 –40°C 0.90 0.85 0.80 M M20ns T 39.2% A CH2 4.20V 0.70 2.7 09347-060 CH2 5V CH3 5V CH4 2V MATH 2V 20ns 3.1 3.5 3.9 4.3 4.7 VREG (V) Figure 60. Upper-Side Driver Falling and Lower-Side Rising Edge Waveforms (CIN = 4.3 nF (Upper-/Lower-Side MOSFET), QTOTAL = 27 nC (VGS = 4.4 V (Q1), VGS = 5 V (Q3)) Rev. 0 | Page 17 of 44 Figure 63. Quiescent Current vs. VREG 5.1 5.5 09347-163 0.75 TA = 25°C ADP1874/ADP1875 ADP1874/ADP1875 BLOCK DIGRAM PGOOD 690mV FB 600mV ADP1874/ADP1875 530mV VREG tON TIMER PRECISION ENABLE VIN C EN TO ENABLE ALL BLOCKS EN_REF I SW INFORMATION LDO VREG R (TRIMMED) tON = 2RC(VOUT/VIN) VREG_IN REF SW FILTER BIAS BLOCK AND REFERENCE TON BG_REF ISS SS COMP BST STATE MACHINE REF_ZERO SS COMP VREG PSM DRVH 300kΩ IN_PSM HS_O IN_SS HS SS_REF IN_HICC LEVEL SHIFT HS SW SW 8kΩ FB ERROR AMP LS LS_O VREG LS DRVL 800kΩ 0.6V LOWER COMP CLAMP PGND PWM IREV COMP CS AMP REF_ZERO CS GAIN SET GND ADC RES DETECT AND GAIN SET 0.4V RES Figure 64. ADP1874/ADP1875 Block Diagram Rev. 0 | Page 18 of 44 09347-063 TRACK PWM IREV ADP1874/ADP1875 THEORY OF OPERATION PRECISION ENABLE CIRCUITRY The ADP1874/ADP1875 have precision enable circuitry. The precision enable threshold is 630 mV with 30 mV of hysteresis (see Figure 65). Connecting the EN pin to GND disables the ADP1874/ADP1875, reducing the supply current of the device to approximately 140 μA. VREG 10kΩ EN PRECISION ENABLE COMP. STARTUP TO ENABLE ALL BLOCKS 630mV Figure 65. Connecting EN Pin to VREG via a Pull-Up Resistor to Enable the ADP1874/ADP1875 COMP 2.4V The current-sense blocks provide valley current information (see the Programming Resistor (RES) Detect Circuit section) and are a variable of the compensation equation for loop stability (see the Compensation Network section). The valley current information is extracted by forcing a voltage across the RES and PGND pins, which generates a current depending on the resistor value across RES and PGND. The current through the resistor is used to set the current-sense amplifier gain. This process takes approximately 800 μs, after which the drive signal pulses appear at the DRVL and DRVH pins synchronously, and the output voltage begins to rise in a controlled manner through the soft start sequence. The rise time of the output voltage is determined by the soft start and error amplifier blocks (see the Soft Start section). At the beginning of a soft start, the error amplifier charges the external compensation capacitor, causing the COMP pin to begin to rise (see Figure 66). Tying the VREG pin to the EN pin via a pull-up resistor causes the voltage at this pin to rise above the enable threshold of 630 mV to enable the ADP1874/ADP1875. SOFT START The ADP1874 employs externally programmable, soft start circuitry that charges up a capacitor tied to the SS pin to GND. This prevents input in-rush current through the external MOSFET from the input supply (VIN). The output tracks the ramping voltage by producing PWM output pulses to the upper-side MOSFET. The purpose is to limit the in-rush current from the high voltage input supply (VIN) to the output (VOUT). 1.0V MAXIMUM CURRENT (UPPER CLAMP) ZERO CURRENT USABLE RANGE ONLY AFTER SOFT START PERIOD IF CONTUNUOUS CONDUCTION MODE OF OPERATION IS SELECTED. 500mV LOWER CLAMP 09347-065 The ADP1874/ADP1875 have an internal regulator (VREG) for biasing and supplying power for the integrated MOSFET drivers. A bypass capacitor should be located directly across the VREG (Pin 7) and PGND (Pin 13) pins. Included in the power-up sequence is the biasing of the current-sense amplifier, the currentsense gain circuit (see the Programming Resistor (RES) Detect Circuit section), the soft start circuit, and the error amplifier. 09347-064 The ADP1874/ADP1875 are versatile current mode, synchronous step-down controllers that provide superior transient response, optimal stability, and current limit protection by using a constant on-time, pseudo-fixed frequency with a programmable currentsense gain, current-control scheme. In addition, these devices offer optimum performance at low duty cycles by using a valley, current mode control architecture. This allows the ADP1874/ADP1875 to drive all N-channel power stages to regulate output voltages to as low as 0.6 V. 0V Figure 66. COMP Voltage Range UNDERVOLTAGE LOCKOUT The undervoltage lockout (UVLO) feature prevents the part from operating both the upper- and lower-side MOSFETs at extremely low or undefined input voltage (VIN) ranges. Operation at an undefined bias voltage may result in the incorrect propagation of signals to the high-side power switches. This, in turn, results in invalid output behavior that can cause damage to the output devices, ultimately destroying the device tied at the output. The UVLO level is set at 2.65 V (nominal). Rev. 0 | Page 19 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 ON-BOARD LOW DROPOUT REGULATOR The RES detect circuit digitizes the value of the resistor at the RES pin (Pin 6). An internal ADC outputs a 2-bit digital code that is used to program four separate gain configurations in the current-sense amplifier (see Figure 69). Each configuration corresponds to a current-sense gain (ACS) of 3 V/V, 6 V/V, 12 V/V, or 24 V/V, respectively (see Table 6 and Table 7). This variable is used for the valley current-limit setting, which sets up the appropriate current-sense gain for a given application and sets the compensation necessary to achieve loop stability (see the Valley Current-Limit Setting section and the Compensation Network section). The ADP1874/ADP1875 use an on-board LDO to bias the internal digital and analog circuitry. Connect the VREG and VREG_IN pins together for normal LDO operation for low voltage internal block biasing (see Figure 67). ON-BOARD REGULATOR VIN VREG_IN REF 09347-168 Q1 DRVH SW Figure 67. Connecting VREG and VREG_IN Together Q2 With proper bypass capacitors connected to the VREG pin (output of the internal LDO), this pin also provides power for the internal MOSFET drivers. It is recommended to float VREG/VREG_IN if VIN is used for greater than 5.5 V operation. The minimum voltage where bias is guaranteed to operate is 2.75 V at VREG. DRVL RES 09347-066 VREG CS GAIN PROGRAMMING Figure 68. Programming Resistor Location SW CS AMP For applications where VIN is decoupled from VREG, the minimum voltage at VIN must be 2.9 V. It is recommended to tie VIN and VREG together if the VIN pin is subjected to a 2.75 V rail. PGND CS GAIN SET ADC 0.4V VIN >5.5 V <5.5 V VREG/VREG_IN Float Connect to VIN <5.5 V VIN Ranging Above and Below 5.5 V Float Float Comments Must use the LDO. LDO drop voltage is not realized (that is, if VIN = 2.75 V, then VREG = 2.75 V). LDO drop is realized. LDO drop is realized, minimum VIN recommendation is 2.95 V. THERMAL SHUTDOWN The thermal shutdown is a self-protection feature to prevent the IC from damage due to a very high operating junction temperature. If the junction temperature of the device exceeds 155°C, the part enters the thermal shutdown state. In this state, the device shuts off both the upper- and lower-side MOSFETs and disables the entire controller immediately, thus reducing the power consumption of the IC. The part resumes operation after the junction temperature of the part cools to less than 140°C. PROGRAMMING RESISTOR (RES) DETECT CIRCUIT Upon startup, one of the first blocks to become active is the RES detect circuit. This block powers up before soft start begins. It forces a 0.4 V reference value at the RES pin (see Figure 68) and is programmed to identify four possible resistor values: 47 kΩ, 22 kΩ, open, and 100 kΩ. RES 09347-067 Table 5. Power Input and LDO Output Configurations Figure 69. RES Detect Circuit for Current-Sense Gain Programming Table 6. Current-Sense Gain Programming Resistor 47 kΩ 22 kΩ Open 100 kΩ ACS 3 V/V 6 V/V 12 V/V 24 V/V VALLEY CURRENT-LIMIT SETTING The architecture of the ADP1874/ADP1875 is based on valley current-mode control. The current limit is determined by three components: the RON of the lower-side MOSFET, the currentsense amplifier output voltage swing, and the current-sense gain. The CS output voltage range is internally fixed at 1.4 V. The current-sense gain is programmable via an external resistor at the RES pin (see the Programming Resistor (RES) Detect Circuit section). The RON of the lower-side MOSFET can vary over temperature and usually has a positive TC (meaning that it increases with temperature); therefore, it is recommended to program the current-sense gain resistor based on the rated RON of the MOSFET at 125°C. Rev. 0 | Page 20 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 VALLEY CURRENT LIMIT (A) K I CLIM = I LOAD × ⎛⎜1 − I ⎞⎟ 2 ⎠ ⎝ where: KI is the ratio between the inductor ripple current and the desired average load current (see Figure 70). ICLIM is the desired valley current limit. ILOAD is the current load. Establishing KI helps to determine the inductor value (see the Inductor Selection section), but in most cases KI = 0.33. 39 37 35 33 31 29 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 RES = 47kΩ ACS = 3V/V RES = 22kΩ ACS = 6V/V RES = NO RES ACS = 12V/V RES = 100kΩ ACS = 24V/V 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 RON (mΩ) RIPPLE CURRENT = Figure 71. Valley Current-Limit Value vs. RON of the Lower-Side MOSFET for Each Programming Resistor (RES) ILOAD 3 09347-068 LOAD CURRENT VALLEY CURRENT LIMIT Figure 70. Valley Current Limit to Average Current Relation When the desired valley current limit (ICLIM) has been determined, the current-sense gain can be calculated as follows: The valley current limit is programmed as outlined in Table 7 and Figure 71. The inductor chosen must be rated to handle the peak current, which is equal to the valley current from Table 7 plus the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current (see the Inductor Selection section). In addition, the peak current value must be used to compute the worst-case power dissipation in the MOSFETs (see Figure 72). 49A MAXIMUM DC LOAD CURRENT 1.4 V ACS × RON where: RON is the channel impedance of the lower-side MOSFET. ACS is the current-sense gain multiplier (see Table 6 and Table 7). INDUCTOR CURRENT ∆I = 33% OF 30A Although the ADP1874/ADP1875 have only four discrete currentsense gain settings for a given RON variable, Table 7 and Figure 71 outline several available options for the valley current setpoint based on various RON values. 47 kΩ ACS = 3 V/V 31.0 26.0 Valley Current Level 22 kΩ Open ACS = 6 V/V ACS = 12 V/V 23.3 15.5 13.0 39.0 33.4 26.0 23.4 21.25 11.7 7.75 6.5 100 kΩ ACS = 24 V/V 38.9 29.2 23.3 19.5 16.7 13 11.7 10.6 5.83 7.5 3.25 35A ∆I = 65% OF 37A 37A CS AMPLIFIER OUTPUT ∆I = 45% 32.25A OF 32.25A 30A 2.4V VALLEY CURRENT-LIMIT THRESHOLD (SET FOR 25A) CS AMPLIFIER OUTPUT SWING Table 7. Valley Current Limit Program (See Figure 71) RON (mΩ) 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4.5 5 5.5 10 15 18 39.5A 0A 1V 09347-070 I CLIM = 09347-069 Because the ADP1874/ADP1875 are based on valley current control, the relationship between ICLIM and ILOAD is Figure 72. Valley Current-Limit Threshold in Relation to Inductor Ripple Current Rev. 0 | Page 21 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 REPEATED CURRENT-LIMIT VIOLATION DETECTED HS A PREDETERMINED NUMBER SOFT START IS OF PULSES IS COUNTED TO REINITIALIZED TO ALLOW THE CONVERTER MONITOR IF THE TO COOL DOWN VIOLATION STILL EXISTS 09347-071 CLIM ZERO CURRENT Figure 73. Idle Mode Entry Sequence Due to Current-Limit Violation HICCUP MODE DURING SHORT CIRCUIT ADP1875 POWER SAVING MODE (PSM) A current-limit violation occurs when the current across the source and drain of the lower-side MOSFET exceeds the currentlimit setpoint. When 16 current-limit violations are detected, the controller enters idle mode and turns off the MOSFETs for 6 ms, allowing the converter to cool down. Then, the controller reestablishes soft start and begins to cause the output to ramp up again (see Figure 73). While the output ramps up, CS amplifier output is monitored to determine if the violation is still present. If it is still present, the idle event occurs again, followed by the full chip, power-down sequence. This cycle continues until the violation no longer exists. If the violation disappears, the converter is allowed to switch normally, maintaining regulation. A power saving mode is provided in the ADP1875. The ADP1875 operates in the discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) and pulse skips at light load to medium load currents. The controller outputs pulses as necessary to maintain output regulation. Unlike the continuous conduction mode (CCM), DCM operation prevents negative current, thus allowing improved system efficiency at light loads. Current in the reverse direction through this pathway, however, results in power dissipation and therefore a decrease in efficiency. HS tON SYNCHRONOUS RECTIFIER HS AND LS ARE OFF OR IN IDLE MODE LS tOFF AS THE INDUCTOR CURRENT APPROACHES ZERO CURRENT, THE STATE MACHINE TURNS OFF THE LOWER-SIDE MOSFET. ILOAD 0A 09347-072 The ADP1874/ADP1875 employ internal MOSFET drivers for the external upper- and lower-side MOSFETs. The low-side synchronous rectifier not only improves overall conduction efficiency but it also ensures proper charging of the bootstrap capacitor located at the upper-side driver input. This is beneficial during startup to provide sufficient drive signal to the external upper-side MOSFET and to attain fast turn-on response, which is essential for minimizing switching losses. The integrated upperand lower-side MOSFET drivers operate in complementary fashion with built-in anti cross-conduction circuitry to prevent unwanted shoot-through current that may potentially damage the MOSFETs or reduce efficiency because of excessive power loss. Figure 74. Discontinuous Mode of Operation (DCM) To minimize the chance of negative inductor current buildup, an on-board zero-cross comparator turns off all upper- and lower-side switching activities when the inductor current approaches the zero current line, causing the system to enter idle mode, where the upper- and lower-side MOSFETs are turned off. To ensure idle mode entry, a 10 mV offset, connected in series at the SW node, is implemented (see Figure 75). ZERO-CROSS COMPARATOR SW IQ2 LS Q2 09347-073 10mV Figure 75. Zero-Cross Comparator with 10 mV of Offset Rev. 0 | Page 22 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 As soon as the forward current through the lower-side MOSFET decreases to a level where 10 mV = IQ2 × RON(Q2) the zero-cross comparator (or IREV comparator) emits a signal to turn off the lower-side MOSFET. From this point, the slope of the inductor current ramping down becomes steeper (see Figure 76) as the body diode of the lower-side MOSFET begins to conduct current and continues conducting current until the remaining energy stored in the inductor has been depleted. ANOTHER tON EDGE IS TRIGGERED WHEN VOUT FALLS BELOW REGULATION SW ILOAD tON ZERO-CROSS COMPARATOR DETECTS 10mV OFFSET AND TURNS OFF LS 10mV = RON × ILOAD C I R (TRIMMED) 09347-075 SW INFORMATION Figure 77. Constant On-Time Time The tON timer uses a feedforward technique, which when applied to the constant on-time control loop makes it a pseudo-fixed frequency to a first-order approximation. Second-order effects, such as dc losses in the external power MOSFETs (see the Efficiency Consideration section), cause some variation in frequency vs. load current and line voltage. These effects are shown in Figure 23 to Figure 34. The variations in frequency are much reduced compared with the variations generated if the feedforward technique is not used. HS AND LS IN IDLE MODE 0A VIN The constant on-time (tON) is not strictly constant because it varies with VIN and VOUT. However, this variation occurs in such a way as to keep the switching frequency virtually independent of VIN and VOUT. 09347-074 LS VREG tON The feedforward technique establishes the following relationship: Figure 76. 10 mV Offset to Ensure Prevention of Negative Inductor Current The system remains in idle mode until the output voltage drops below regulation. A PWM pulse is then produced, turning on the upper-side MOSFET to maintain system regulation. The ADP1875 does not have an internal clock, so it switches purely as a hysteretic controller as described in this section. TIMER OPERATION The ADP1874/ADP1875 employ a constant on-time architecture, which provides a variety of benefits, including improved load and line transient response when compared with a constant (fixed) frequency current-mode control loop of comparable loop design. The constant on-time timer, or tON timer, senses the high-side input voltage (VIN) and the output voltage (VOUT) using SW waveform information to produce an adjustable oneshot PWM pulse. The pulse varies the on-time of the upper-side MOSFET in response to dynamic changes in input voltage, output voltage, and load current conditions to maintain output regulation. The timer generates an on-time (tON) pulse that is inversely proportional to VIN. V t ON = K × OUT VIN where K is a constant that is trimmed using an RC timer product for the 300 kHz, 600 kHz, and 1.0 MHz frequency options. f SW = 1 K where fSW is the controller switching frequency (300 kHz, 600 kHz, and 1.0 MHz). The tON timer senses VIN and VOUT to minimize frequency variation as previously explained. This provides pseudo-fixed frequency as explained in the Pseudo-Fixed Frequency section. To allow headroom for VIN and VOUT sensing, adhere to the following equations: VREG ≥ VIN/8 + 1.5 VREG ≥ VOUT/4 For typical applications where VREG is 5 V, these equations are not relevant; however, care may be required for lower VREG/VIN inputs. Rev. 0 | Page 23 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 PSEUDO-FIXED FREQUENCY The ADP1874/ADP1875 employ a constant on-time control scheme. During steady state operation, the switching frequency stays relatively constant, or pseudo-fixed. This is due to the oneshot tON timer that produces a high-side PWM pulse with a fixed duration, given that external conditions such as input voltage, output voltage, and load current are also at steady state. During load transients, the frequency momentarily changes for the duration of the transient event so that the output comes back within regulation more quickly than if the frequency were fixed or if it were to remain unchanged. After the transient event is complete, the frequency returns to a pseudo-fixed value. When a positive load step occurs, the error amplifier (out of phase with the output, VOUT) produces new voltage information at its output (COMP). In addition, the current-sense amplifier senses new inductor current information during this positive load transient event. The error amplifier’s output voltage reaction is compared with the new inductor current information that sets the start of the next switching cycle. Because current information is produced from valley current sensing, it is sensed at the down ramp of the inductor current, whereas the voltage loop information is sensed through the counter action upswing of the error amplifier’s output (COMP). The result is a convergence of these two signals (see Figure 78), which allows an instantaneous increase in switching frequency during the positive load transient event. In summary, a positive load step causes VOUT to transient down, which causes COMP to transient up and, therefore, shortens the off time. This resulting increase in frequency during a positive load transient helps to quickly bring VOUT back up in value and within the regulation window. Similarly, a negative load step causes the off time to lengthen in response to VOUT rising. This effectively increases the inductor demagnetizing phase, helping to bring VOUT within regulation. In this case, the switching frequency decreases, or experiences a foldback, to help facilitate output voltage recovery. CS AMP OUTPUT ERROR AMP OUTPUT fSW >fSW 09347-076 PWM OUTPUT VALLEY TRIP POINTS Figure 78. Load Transient Response Operation POWER GOOD MONITORING The ADP1874/ADP1875 power good circuitry monitors the output voltage via the FB pin. The PGOOD pin is an open-drain output that can be pulled up by an external resistor to a voltage rail that does not necessarily have to be VREG. When the internal NMOS switch is in high impedance (off state), this means that the PGOOD pin is logic high, and the output voltage via the FB pin is within the specified regulation window. When the internal switch is turned on, PGOOD is internally pulled low when the output voltage via the FB pin is outside this regulation window. The power good window is defined with a typical upper specification of +90 mV and a lower specification of −70 mV below the FB voltage of 600 mV. When an overvoltage event occurs at the output, there is a typical propagation delay of 12 μs prior to the PGOOD pin deassertion (logic low). When the output voltage re-enters the regulation window, there is a propagation delay of 12 μs prior to PGOOD reasserting back to a logic high state. When the output is outside the regulation window, the PGOOD open drain switch is capable of sinking 1mA of current and provides 140 mV of drop across this switch. The user is free to tie the external pull-up resistor (RRES) to any voltage rail up to 20 V. The following equation provides the proper external pull-up resistor value: V − 140 mV RPGD = EXT 1 mA where: RPGD is the PGOOD external resistor. VEXT is a user-chosen voltage rail. Because the ADP1874/ADP1875 have the ability to respond rapidly to sudden changes in load demand, the recovery period in which the output voltage settles back to its original steady state operating point is much quicker than it would be for a fixed-frequency equivalent. Therefore, using a pseudo-fixed frequency results in significantly better load-transient performance compared to using a fixed frequency. VEXT 1mA 690mV + 140mV – RPGD PGOOD FB 600mV 530mV 09347-180 To illustrate this feature more clearly, this section describes one such load transient event—a positive load step—in detail. During load transient events, the high-side driver output pulsewidth stays relatively consistent from cycle to cycle; however, the off-time (DRVL on-time) dynamically adjusts according to the instantaneous changes in the external conditions mentioned. LOAD CURRENT DEMAND Figure 79. Power Good, Output Voltage Monitoring Circuit Rev. 0 | Page 24 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 OUTPUT OVERVOLTAGE PGOOD DEASSERT 690mV PGOOD REASSERT HYSTERESIS (50mV) 640mV FB 600mV 530mV 0V PGOOD ASSERTION AT POWER-UP PGOOD DEASSERTION AT POWER DOWN SOFT-START VEXT tPGD tPGD 09347-181 tPGD PGOOD tPGD 0V Figure 80. Power Good Timing Diagram, tPGD = 12 μs (Diagram May Look Disproportionate for Illustration Purposes.) SLAVE RTOP2 1kΩ EN PGOOD FB RBOT2 1kΩ SS GND TRACK PGND VREG 10kΩ 1.8V VOUT1 (MASTER) CSS RTRK2 0.9V 1kΩ FB RTOP1 RBOT1 RTRK1 1kΩ Figure 81. Coincident Tracking Circuit Implementation SLAVE VREG 10kΩ 1.2V VOUT2 (SLAVE) RTOP2 1kΩ EN PGOOD FB RBOT2 1kΩ SS GND TRACK PGND VEXT RPGD VREG 10kΩ 2.5V VOUT1 (MASTER) CSS RTRK2 1.7V 500Ω EN GND PGND 09347-182 1.2V VOUT2 (SLAVE) MASTER VEXT RPGD MASTER EN FB RTOP1 RBOT1 RTRK1 1kΩ GND PGND 09347-184 VREG 10kΩ Figure 82. Ratiometric Tracking Circuit Implementation The ADP1874/ADP1875 feature a voltage-tracking function that facilitates proper power-up sequencing in applications that require tracking a master voltage. In this manner, the user is free to impose a master voltage that typically comes with a selectable or programmable ramp rate on slave or secondary power rails. To impose any voltage tracking relationship, the master voltage rise time must be longer than the slave voltage soft start period. This is particularly important in applications such as I/O voltage sequencing and core voltage applications where specific power sequencing is required. Coincident and ratiometric tracking are two possible tracking configuration options offered by the ADP1874/ADP1875. Coincident tracking is the most commonly used tracking technique. It is primarily used in core and I/O sequencing applications. The ramp rate of the master voltage is fully imposed onto the ramp rate of the slave output voltage until it has reached its regulation setpoint. Connecting the TRACK pin, by differentially tapping onto the master voltage via a resistive divider of similar ratio to the slave feedback divider network, is depicted in Figure 83. In all tracking configurations, the slave output can be set to as low as 0.6 V for a given operating condition. The master voltage must have a longer rise time than the slaves programmed soft start period; otherwise, the tracking relationship will not be observed at the slave output. OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) Tracking is made possible by four inputs to the error amplifier, three of which are input pins to the IC. The TRACK and SS pins are positive inputs, and the FB pin provides the negative feedback from the output voltage via the divider network. The fourth input to the amplifier is the reference voltage of 0.6 V. The negative feedback pin (FB pin) regulates the output voltage to the lowest of the three positive inputs (TRACK, SS, and 0.6 V reference). MASTER VOLTAGE SLAVE VOLTAGE TIME (ms) 09347-083 VOLTAGE TRACKING Figure 83. Coincident Tracking: Master Voltage—Slave Voltage Tracking Relationship Rev. 0 | Page 25 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 not recommended to force any voltage on the slave TRACK pin lower than 0.6 V. Figure 84 illustrates a circuit with a ratiometric tracking configuration. Setting RTRK1 > RTRK2 ensures that the slave TRACK voltage will rise up more quickly (to the regulation point) than the master voltage. MASTER VOLTAGE SLAVE VOLTAGE TIME (ms) 09347-085 OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V) The slave output tracks the master output dv/dt until the slave output regulation point is reached. Any influence by the master voltage thereafter will no longer be in effect. Ensure that the voltage forced on the slave TRACK pin is above 0.7 V at the end of TRACK phase. Voltages imposed on the TRACK pin below 0.7 V, once that tracking period has expired (steady state), may result in regulation inaccuracies due to the internal offsets of the error amplifier between TRACK and FB. Ratiometric tracking can be achieved by assigning the slave output to rise more quickly than the master voltage. The simplest way to perform ratiometric tracking is to differentially connect the slave TRACK pin to the FB pin of the master voltage IC. The slave output, however, must be limited to a fraction of the master voltage. In this tracking configuration, it is not recommended for the slave TRACK pin to terminate at a voltage lower than 0.6 V due to inaccuracies between the TRACK and FB inputs previously mentioned. It is Figure 84. Ratiometric Tracking: Master Voltage—Slave Voltage Tracking Relationship Rev. 0 | Page 26 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 APPLICATIONS INFORMATION Table 8. Recommended Inductors FEEDBACK RESISTOR DIVIDER INDUCTOR SELECTION L (μH) 0.12 0.22 0.47 0.72 0.9 1.2 1.0 1.4 2.0 0.8 The inductor value is inversely proportional to the inductor ripple current. The peak-to-peak ripple current is given by OUTPUT RIPPLE VOLTAGE (ΔVRR) The required resistor divider network can be determined for a given VOUT value because the internal band gap reference (VREF) is fixed at 0.6 V. Selecting values for RT and RB determines the minimum output load current of the converter. Therefore, for a given value of RB, the RT value can be determined through the following expression: RT = RB × (VOUT − 0.6 V) 0 .6 V ΔI L = K I × I LOAD I ≈ LOAD 3 The equation for the inductor value is given by (V IN − VOUT ) VOUT × ΔI L × f SW V IN Manufacturer Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Würth Elek. Sumida Model Number 744303012 744303022 744355147 744325072 744318120 744325120 7443552100 744318180 7443551200 CEP125U-0R8 OUTPUT CAPACITOR SELECTION When selecting the inductor, choose an inductor saturation rating that is above the peak current level, and then calculate the inductor current ripple (see the Valley Current-Limit Setting section and Figure 85). ∆I = 50% ∆I = 40% The primary objective of the output capacitor is to facilitate the reduction of the output voltage ripple; however, the output capacitor also assists in the output voltage recovery during load transient events. For a given load current step, the output voltage ripple generated during this step event is inversely proportional to the value chosen for the output capacitor. The speed at which the output voltage settles during this recovery period depends on where the crossover frequency (loop bandwidth) is set. This crossover frequency is determined by the output capacitor, the equivalent series resistance (ESR) of the capacitor, and the compensation network. To calculate the small signal voltage ripple (output ripple voltage) at the steady state operating point, use the following equation: ⎞ ⎛ 1 ⎟ C OUT = ΔI L × ⎜⎜ ⎟ ⎝ 8 × f SW × [ΔV RIPPLE − (ΔI L × ESR)] ⎠ ∆I = 33% where ESR is the equivalent series resistance of the output capacitors. To calculate the output load step, use the following equation: 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 VALLEY CURRENT LIMIT (A) 24 26 28 30 09347-077 PEAK INDUCTOR CURRENT (A) Dimensions (mm) 10.2 × 7 10.2 × 7 14.2 × 12.8 10.5 × 10.2 14 × 12.8 10.5 × 10.2 10.2 × 10.2 14 × 12.8 10.2 × 10.2 ΔVRR = (0.01) × VOUT where: VIN is the high voltage input. VOUT is the desired output voltage. fSW is the controller switching frequency (300 kHz, 600 kHz, or 1.0 MHz). 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 38 36 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 ISAT (A) 55 30 50 35 32 25 16 24 23 27.5 The output ripple voltage is the ac component of the dc output voltage during steady state. For a ripple error of 1.0%, the output capacitor value needed to achieve this tolerance can be determined using the following equation. (Note that an accuracy of 1.0% is only possible during steady state conditions, not during load transients.) where KI is typically 0.33. L= DCR (mΩ) 0.33 0.33 0.8 1.65 1.6 1.8 3.8 3.2 2.0 Figure 85. Peak Inductor Current vs. Valley Current Limit for 33%, 40%, and 50% of Inductor Ripple Current C OUT = 2 × ΔI LOAD f SW × (ΔV DROOP − (ΔI LOAD × ESR)) where ΔVDROOP is the amount that VOUT is allowed to deviate for a given positive load current step (ΔILOAD). Rev. 0 | Page 27 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 Ceramic capacitors are known to have low ESR. However, there is a trade-off in using the popular X5R capacitor technology because up to 80% of its capacitance may be lost due to derating as the voltage applied across the capacitor is increased (see Figure 86). Although X7R series capacitors can also be used, the available selection is limited to 22 μF maximum. Error Amplifier Output Impedance (ZCOMP) Assuming that CC2 is significantly smaller than CCOMP, CC2 can be omitted from the output impedance equation of the error amplifier. The transfer function simplifies to ZCOMP = RCOMP × fCROSS 2 + f ZERO 2 fCROSS fCROSS = 1 × f SW 12 20 10 –10 –20 where fZERO, the zero frequency, is set to be 1/4 the crossover frequency for the ADP1874. –30 –40 –50 –70 The error amplifier gain (transconductance) is X5R (16V) –80 Gm = 500 μA/V (μs) 10µF TDK 25V, X7R, 1210 C3225X7R1E106M 22µF MURATA 25V, X7R, 1210 GRM32ER71E226KE15L 47µF MURATA 16V, X5R, 1210 GRM32ER61C476KE15L –90 –100 Error Amplifier Gain (Gm) X5R (25V) –60 0 5 10 15 20 25 Current-Sense Loop Gain (GCS) 30 DC VOLTAGE (VDC) 09347-078 CAPACITANCE CHARGE (%) and X7R (50V) 0 The current-sense loop-gain is G CS = Figure 86. Capacitance vs. DC Voltage Characteristics for Ceramic Capacitors Electrolytic capacitors satisfy the bulk capacitance requirements for most high current applications. However, because the ESR of electrolytic capacitors is much higher than that of ceramic capacitors, several MLCCs should be mounted in parallel with the electrolytic capacitors to reduce the overall series resistance. COMPENSATION NETWORK Due to its current-mode architecture, the ADP1874/ADP1875 require Type II compensation. To determine the component values needed for compensation (resistance and capacitance values), it is necessary to examine the converter’s overall loop gain (H) at the unity gain frequency (fSW/10) when H = 1 V/V. H = 1 V/V = GM × GCS × VREF × ZCOMP × Z FILT VOUT where: ACS (V/V) is programmable for 3 V/V, 6 V/V, 12 V/V, and 24 V/V (see the Programming Resistor (RES) Detect Circuit and Valley Current-Limit Setting sections). RON is the channel impedance of the lower-side MOSFET. Crossover Frequency The crossover frequency is the frequency at which the overall loop (system) gain is 0 dB (H = 1 V/V). It is recommended for current-mode converters, such as the ADP1874, that the user set the crossover frequency between 1/10 and 1/15 the switching frequency. fCROSS = Examining each variable at high frequency enables the unitygain transfer function to be simplified to provide expressions for the RCOMP and CCOMP component values. f ZERO = Examining the filter’s transfer function at high frequencies simplifies to 1 f SW 12 The relationship between CCOMP and fZERO (zero frequency) is as follows: Output Filter Impedance (ZFILT) Z FILTER = RL × 1 (A/V) ACS × RON 1 2π × RCOMP × CCOMP The zero frequency is set to 1/4 the crossover frequency. 1 + s × ESR × COUT 1 + s(RL + ESR)COUT Combining all of the above parameters results in RCOMP = at the crossover frequency (s = 2πfCROSS). ESR is the equivalent series resistance of the output capacitors. fCROSS fCROSS + f ZERO 2 2 × 12 + (s(RL + ESR)COUT )2 12 + (s × ESR × COUT )2 × 1 VOUT 1 × × RL VREF GM GCS where ESR is the equivalent series resistance of the output capacitors. C COMP = Rev. 0 | Page 28 of 44 1 2 × π × R COMP × f ZERO ADP1874/ADP1875 EFFICIENCY CONSIDERATION MOSFET Driver Loss One of the important criteria to consider in constructing a dc-to-dc converter is efficiency. By definition, efficiency is the ratio of the output power to the input power. For high power applications at load currents up to 20 A, the following are important MOSFET parameters that aid in the selection process: Other dissipative elements are the MOSFET drivers. The contributing factors are the dc current flowing through a driver during operation and the QGATE parameter of the external MOSFETs. • • • • VGS (TH) is the MOSFET voltage applied between the gate and the source that starts channel conduction. RDS (ON) is the MOSFET on resistance during channel conduction. QG is the total gate charge. CN1 is the input capacitance of the upper-side switch. CN2 is the input capacitance of the lower-side switch. [VREG × ( f SW C lowerFET VREG + I BIAS )] where: CupperFET is the input gate capacitance of the upper-side MOSFET. ClowerFET is the input gate capacitance of the lower-side MOSFET. IBIAS is the dc current flowing into the upper- and lower-side drivers. VDR is the driver bias voltage (that is, the low input voltage (VREG) minus the rectifier drop (see Figure 87)). VREG is the bias voltage. The following are the losses experienced through the external component during normal switching operation: 800 Channel conduction loss (both the MOSFETs) MOSFET driver loss MOSFET switching loss Body diode conduction loss (lower-side MOSFET) Inductor loss (copper and core loss) 640 Channel Conduction Loss During normal operation, the bulk of the loss in efficiency is due to the power dissipated through MOSFET channel conduction. Power loss through the upper-side MOSFET is directly proportional to the duty-cycle (D) for each switching period, and the power loss through the lower-side MOSFET is directly proportional to 1 − D for each switching period. The selection of MOSFETs is governed by the maximum dc load current that the converter is expected to deliver. In particular, the selection of the lower-side MOSFET is dictated by the maximum load current because a typical high current application employs duty cycles of less than 50%. Therefore, the lower-side MOSFET is in the on state for most of the switching period. [ ] 2 PN1,N2(CL) = D × RN1(ON) + (1 − D ) × RN2(ON) × I LOAD VREG = 2.7V VREG = 3.6V VREG = 5.5V 720 RECTIFIER DROP (mV) • • • • • )] ( 560 480 400 320 240 +125°C +25°C –40°C 160 80 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 SWITCHING FREQUENCY (kHz) 09347-079 • [ PDR( LOSS ) = V DR × f SW C upperFET V DR + I BIAS + Figure 87. Internal Rectifier Voltage Drop vs. Switching Frequency Switching Loss The SW node transitions due to the switching activities of the upper- and lower-side MOSFETs. This causes removal and replenishing of charge to and from the gate oxide layer of the MOSFET, as well as to and from the parasitic capacitance associated with the gate oxide edge overlap and the drain and source terminals. The current that enters and exits these charge paths presents additional loss during these transition times. This can be approximately quantified by using the following equation, which represents the time in which charge enters and exits these capacitive regions: tSW-TRANS = RGATE × CTOTAL where: CTOTAL is the CGD + CGS of the external MOSFET. RGATE is the gate input resistance of the external MOSFET. The ratio of this time constant to the period of one switching cycle is the multiplying factor to be used in the following expression: PSW ( LOSS ) = t SW -TRANS × I LOAD × VIN × 2 t SW or PSW(LOSS) = fSW × RGATE × CTOTAL × ILOAD × VIN × 2 Rev. 0 | Page 29 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 Diode Conduction Loss INPUT CAPACITOR SELECTION The ADP1874/ADP1875 employ anti cross-conduction circuitry that prevents the upper- and lower-side MOSFETs from conducting current simultaneously. This overlap control is beneficial, avoiding large current flow that may lead to irreparable damage to the external components of the power stage. However, this blanking period comes with the trade-off of a diode conduction loss occurring immediately after the MOSFET change states and continuing well into idle mode. The amount of loss through the body diode of the lower-side MOSFET during the anti-overlap state is given by the following expression: The goal in selecting an input capacitor is to reduce or minimize input voltage ripple and to reduce the high frequency source impedance, which is essential for achieving predictable loop stability and transient performance. PBODY ( LOSS) = t BODY ( LOSS) t SW × I LOAD × VF × 2 where: tBODY(LOSS) is the body conduction time (see Figure 88 for dead time periods). tSW is the period per switching cycle. VF is the forward drop of the body diode during conduction. (See the selected external MOSFET data sheet for more information about the VF parameter.) If bulk electrolytic capacitors are used, it is recommended to use multilayered ceramic capacitors (MLCC) in parallel due to their low ESR values. This dramatically reduces the input voltage ripple amplitude as long as the MLCCs are mounted directly across the drain of the upper-side MOSFET and the source terminal of the lower-side MOSFET (see the Layout Considerations section). Improper placement and mounting of these MLCCs may cancel their effectiveness due to stray inductance and an increase in trace impedance. +125°C +25°C –40°C 1MHz 300kHz 72 64 VOUT The maximum input voltage ripple and maximum input capacitor rms current occur at the end of the duration of 1 − D while the upper-side MOSFET is in the off state. The input capacitor rms current reaches its maximum at Time D. When calculating the maximum input voltage ripple, account for the ESR of the input capacitor as follows: 56 48 40 32 24 VMAX,RIPPLE = VRIPP + (ILOAD,MAX × ESR) 16 8 2.7 VOUT × (V IN − VOUT ) I CIN , RMS = I LOAD, MAX × 3.4 4.1 VREG (V) 4.8 5.5 09347-080 BODY DIODE CONDUCTION TIME (ns) 80 The problem with using bulk capacitors, other than their physical geometries, is their large equivalent series resistance (ESR) and large equivalent series inductance (ESL). Aluminum electrolytic capacitors have such high ESR that they cause undesired input voltage ripple magnitudes and are generally not effective at high switching frequencies. Figure 88. Body Diode Conduction Time vs. Low Voltage Input (VREG) where: VRIPP is usually 1% of the minimum voltage input. ILOAD,MAX is the maximum load current. ESR is the equivalent series resistance rating of the input capacitor. Inserting VMAX,RIPPLE into the charge balance equation to calculate the minimum input capacitor requirement gives Inductor Loss During normal conduction mode, further power loss is caused by the conduction of current through the inductor windings, which have dc resistance (DCR). Typically, larger sized inductors have smaller DCR values. The inductor core loss is a result of the eddy currents generated within the core material. These eddy currents are induced by the changing flux, which is produced by the current flowing through the windings. The amount of inductor core loss depends on the core material, the flux swing, the frequency, and the core volume. Ferrite inductors have the lowest core losses, whereas powdered iron inductors have higher core losses. It is recommended to use shielded ferrite core material type inductors with the ADP1874/ADP1875 for a high current, dc-to-dc switching application to achieve minimal loss and negligible electromagnetic interference (EMI). C IN,min = I LOAD , MAX V MAX , RIPPLE × D(1 − D) f SW or C IN,min = I LOAD , MAX 4 f SW V MAX , RIPPLE where D = 50%. 2 + Core Loss PDCR( LOSS) = DCR × I LOAD Rev. 0 | Page 30 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS The ADP1874/ADP1875 are used for dc-to-dc, step down, high current applications that have an on-board controller, an on-board LDO, and on-board MOSFET drivers. Because applications may require up to 20 A of load current and be subjected to high ambient temperature, the selection of external upper- and lower-side MOSFETs must be associated with careful thermal consideration to not exceed the maximum allowable junction temperature of 125°C. To avoid permanent or irreparable damage, if the junction temperature reaches or exceeds 155°C, the part enters thermal shutdown, turning off both external MOSFETs and is not reenabled until the junction temperature cools to 140°C (see the On-Board Low Dropout Regulator section). In addition, it is important to consider the thermal impedance of the package. Because the ADP1874/ADP1875 employ an on-board LDO, the ac current (fxCxV) consumed by the internal drivers to drive the external MOSFETs, adds another element of power dissipation across the internal LDO. Equation 3 shows the power dissipation calculations for the integrated drivers and for the internal LDO. Table 9 lists the thermal impedance for the ADP1874/ADP1875, which are available in a 16-lead QSOP. Table 9. Thermal Impedance for 16-lead QSOP Parameter 16-Lead QSOP θJA 4-Layer Board Thermal Impedance 600kHz 300kHz 1MHz 130 VOUT = 0.8V VOUT = 1.8V VOUT = HIGH SETPOINT (1) where: TJ is the maximum junction temperature. TR is the rise in package temperature due to the power dissipated from within. TA is the ambient temperature. The rise in package temperature is directly proportional to its thermal impedance characteristics. The following equation represents this proportionality relationship: TR = θJA × PDR(LOSS) (2) where: θJA is the thermal resistance of the package from the junction to the outside surface of the die, where it meets the surrounding air. PDR(LOSS) is the overall power dissipated by the IC. The bulk of the power dissipated is due to the gate capacitance of the external MOSFETs and current running through the on-board LDO. The power loss equations for the MOSFET drivers and internal low dropout regulator (see the MOSFET Driver Loss section and the Efficiency Consideration section) are PDR(LOSS) = [VDR × (fSWCupperFETVDR + IBIAS)] + [VREG × (fSWClowerFET VREG + IBIAS)] (3) where: CupperFET is the input gate capacitance of the upper-side MOSFET. ClowerFET is the input gate capacitance of the lower-side MOSFET. IBIAS is the dc current (2 mA) flowing into the upper- and lowerside drivers. VDR is the driver bias voltage (the low input voltage (VREG) minus the rectifier drop (see Figure 87)). VREG is the LDO output/bias voltage. 120 PDISS( LDO ) = 110 PDR( LOSS ) + (V IN − VREG) × ( f SW × C TOTAL × VREG + I BIAS ) 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 5.5 7.0 8.5 10.0 11.5 13.0 14.5 16.0 17.5 19.0 VIN (V) 09347-183 MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (°C) 140 TJ = TR × TA 104°C/W Figure 89 specifies the maximum allowable ambient temperature that can surround the ADP1874/ADP1875 IC for a specified high input voltage (VIN). Figure 89 illustrates the temperature derating conditions for each available switching frequency for low, typical, and high output setpoints for the 16-lead QSOP package. All temperature derating criteria are based on a maximum IC junction temperature of 125°C. 150 The maximum junction temperature allowed for the ADP1874/ ADP1875 ICs is 125°C. This means that the sum of the ambient temperature (TA) and the rise in package temperature (TR), which is caused by the thermal impedance of the package and the internal power dissipation, should not exceed 125°C, as dictated by the following expression: where: PDISS(LDO) is the power dissipated through the pass device in the LDO block across VIN and VREG. PDR(LOSS) is the MOSFET driver loss. VIN is the high voltage input. VREG is the LDO output voltage and bias voltage. CTOTAL is the CGD + CGS of the external MOSFET. IBIAS is the dc input bias current. Figure 89. Ambient Temperature vs. VIN, 4-Layer EVB, CIN = 4.3 nF (Upper-/Lower-Side MOSFET) Rev. 0 | Page 31 of 44 (4) ADP1874/ADP1875 For example, if the external MOSFET characteristics are θJA (16-lead QSOP) = 104°C/W, fSW = 300 kHz, IBIAS = 2 mA, CupperFET = 3.3 nF, ClowerFET = 3.3 nF, VDR = 4.62 V, and VREG = 5.0 V, then the power loss is [ ( )] PDR( LOSS ) = V DR × f SW C upperFET V DR + I BIAS + [VREG × ( f SW C lowerFET VREG + I BIAS )] Inductor Determine inductor ripple current amplitude as follows: ΔI L ≈ Therefore, calculating for the inductor value = (4.62 × (300 × 10 3 × 3.3 × 10 −9 × 4.62 + 0.002)) + L= (5.0 × (300 × 10 3 × 3.3 × 10 −9 × 5.0 + 0.002)) = 57.12 mW = = (13 V − 5 V) × (300 × 10 3 × 3.3 × 10 −9 × 5 + 0.002) (V IN,MAX − VOUT ) ΔI L × f SW (13.2 V − 1.8 V) 5 V × 300 × 10 = 1.03 μH PDISS( LDO ) = (V IN − VREG) × ( f SW × C total × VREG + I BIAS ) 3 × × VOUT V IN,MAX 1. 8 V 13.2 V The inductor peak current is approximately = 55.6 mW 15 A + (5 A × 0.5) = 17.5 A PDISS(TOTAL ) = PDISS( LDO ) + PDR( LOSS ) Therefore, an appropriate inductor selection is 1.0 μH with DCR = 3.3 mΩ (Würth Elektronik 7443552100) from Table 10 with peak current handling of 20 A. = 77.13 mW + 55.6 mW = 132.73 mW The rise in package temperature (for 16-lead QSOP) is PDCR( LOSS ) = DCR × I L2 TR = θ JA × PDR( LOSS ) = 0.003 × (15 A)2 = 675 mW = 104°C × 132.05 mW Current Limit Programming = 13.7°C The valley current is approximately Assuming a maximum ambient temperature environment of 85°C, TJ = TR × TA = 13.7°C + 85°C = 98.7°C which is below the maximum junction temperature of 125°C. DESIGN EXAMPLE The ADP1874/ADP1875 are easy to use, requiring only a few design criteria. For example, the example outlined in this section uses only four design criteria: VOUT = 1.8 V, ILOAD = 15 A (pulsing), VIN = 12 V (typical), and fSW = 300 kHz. Input Capacitor VRIPP = 120 mV VMAX,RIPPLE = VRIPP − (ILOAD,MAX × ESR) = 120 mV − (15 A × 0.001) = 45 mV I LOAD , MAX 4 f SWVMAX , RIPPLE = 15 A − (5 A × 0.5) = 12.5 A Assuming a lower-side MOSFET RON of 4.5 mΩ and 13 A as the valley current limit from Table 7 and Figure 71 indicates, a programming resistor (RES) of 100 kΩ corresponds to an ACS of 24 V/V. Choose a programmable resistor of RRES = 100 kΩ for a currentsense gain of 24 V/V. Output Capacitor Assume that a load step of 15 A occurs at the output and no more than 5% output deviation is allowed from the steady state operating point. In this case, the ADP1874 advantage is that, because the frequency is pseudo-fixed, the converter is able to respond quickly because of the immediate, though temporary, increase in switching frequency. The maximum input voltage ripple is usually 1% of the minimum input voltage (11.8 V × 0.01 = 120 mV). C IN,min = I LOAD =5A 3 ΔVDROOP = 0.05 × 1.8 V = 90 mV 15 A Assuming that the overall ESR of the output capacitor ranges from 5 mΩ to 10 mΩ, 4 × 300 × 103 × 105 mV = 120 μF C OUT = 2 × Choose five 22 μF ceramic capacitors. The overall ESR of five 22 μF ceramic capacitors is less than 1 mΩ. = 2× IRMS = ILOAD/2 = 7.5 A ΔI LOAD f SW × (ΔVDROOP ) 15 A 300 × 10 3 × (90 mV) = 1.11 mF PCIN = (IRMS)2 × ESR = (7.5 A)2 × 1 mΩ = 56.25 mW Therefore, an appropriate inductor selection is five 270 μF polymer capacitors with a combined ESR of 3.5 mΩ. Rev. 0 | Page 32 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 Assuming an overshoot of 45 mV, determine if the output capacitor that was calculated previously is adequate. C OUT = = (L × I 2 CCOMP = LOAD ) ((VOUT − ΔVOVSHT )2 − (VOUT )2 ) = 1 2πRCOMP f ZERO 1 2 × 3.14 × 60.25 × 103 × 6.25 × 103 1× 10 −6 × (15 A) 2 = 423 pF (1.8 − 45 mV) 2 − (1.8) 2 Loss Calculations = 1.4 mF Duty cycle = 1.8/12 V = 0.15 Choose five 270 μF polymer capacitors. RON (N2) = 5.4 mΩ The rms current through the output capacitor is tBODY(LOSS) = 20 ns (body conduction time) I RMS 1 1 (V IN , MAX − VOUT ) VOUT = × × L × f SW V IN , MAX 2 3 VF = 0.84 V (MOSFET forward voltage) CIN = 3.3 nF (MOSFET gate input capacitance) 1 1 (13.2 V − 1.8 V) 1.8 V = × × = 1.49 A 2 3 1 μF × 300 × 10 3 13.2 V QN1,N2 = 17 nC (total MOSFET gate charge) RGATE = 1.5 Ω (MOSFET gate input resistance) [ The power loss dissipated through the ESR of the output capacitor is = (0.15 × 0.0054 + 0.85 × 0.0054) × (15 A)2 = 1.215 W PCOUT = (IRMS)2 × ESR = (1.5 A)2 × 1.4 mΩ = 3.15 mW Feedback Resistor Network Setup PBODY ( LOSS ) = Choosing RB = 1 kΩ as an example, calculate RT as follows: RT = 1 kΩ × (1.8 V − 0.6 V) 0.6 V [ (5.0 × (300 × 10 3 × 3.3 × 10 −9 × 5.0 + 0.002)) = 57.12 mW PDISS( LDO ) = (V IN − VREG) × ( f SW × C total × VREG + I BIAS ) = (13 V − 5 V) × (300 × 10 3 × 3.3 × 10 −9 × 5 + 0.002) = 55.6 mW 300 kHz/12 = 25 kHz PCOUT = (IRMS)2 × ESR = (1.5 A)2 × 1.4 mΩ = 3.15 mW The zero frequency is 1/4 the crossover frequency. 2 = 0.003 × (15 A)2 = 675 mW PDCR( LOSS) = DCR × I LOAD 25 kHz/4 = 6.25 kHz RCOMP = RCOMP = 25K 12 + (s(R L + ESR)C OUT )2 1 + (s × ESR × C OUT ) × 25k 2 + 6.25k 2 1.8 1 15 × × 0.6 500 × 10 −6 × 8.3 1.8 )] = (4.62 × (300 × 10 3 × 3.3 × 10 −9 × 4.62 + 0.002)) + The crossover frequency is 1/12 the switching frequency. 2 ( PDR( LOSS ) = V DR × f SW C upperFET V DR + I BIAS + where ACS and RON are taken from setting up the current limit (see the Programming Resistor (RES) Detect Circuit section and the Valley Current-Limit Setting section). f CROSS 2 + f ZERO 2 × I LOAD × VF × 2 [VREG × ( f SW C lowerFET VREG + I BIAS )] 1 1 = = 8.33 A/V ACS × RON 24 × 0.005 × t SW PSW(LOSS) = fSW × RGATE × CTOTAL × ILOAD × VIN × 2 = 300 × 103 × 1.5 Ω × 3.3 × 10−9 × 15 A × 12 × 2 = 534.6 mW To calculate RCOMP, CCOMP, and CPAR, the transconductance parameter and the current-sense gain variable are required. The transconductance parameter (Gm) is 500 μA/V, and the currentsense loop gain is f CROSS t BODY ( LOSS ) = 20 ns × 300 × 103 × 15 A × 0.84 × 2 = 151.2 mW = 2 kΩ Compensation Network G CS = ] 2 PN1,N2(CL) = D × RN1(ON) + (1 − D ) × RN2(ON) × I LOAD 2 PCIN = (IRMS)2 × ESR = (7.5 A)2 × 1 mΩ = 56.25 mW × 1 VOUT 1 × × R L VREF G M GCS 12 + (2π × 25k × ((1.8 15) + 0.0035) × 0.0011)2 12 + (2π × 25k × 0.0035 × 0.0011)2 × = 60.25 kΩ Rev. 0 | Page 33 of 44 PLOSS = PN1,N2 + PBODY(LOSS) + PSW + PDCR + PDR + PDISS(LDO) + PCOUT + PCIN = 1.215 W + 151.2 mW + 534.6 mW + 57.12 mW + 55.6 + 3.15 mW + 675 mW + 56.25 mW = 2.655 W ADP1874/ADP1875 EXTERNAL COMPONENT RECOMMENDATIONS The configurations listed in Table 10 are with fCROSS = 1/12 × fSW, fZERO = ¼ × fCROSS, RRES = 100 kΩ, RBOT = 1 kΩ, RON = 5.4 mΩ (BSC042N03MS G), VREG = 5 V (float), and a maximum load current of 14 A. The ADP1875 models listed in Table 10 are the PSM versions of the device. Table 10. External Component Values Marking Code (First Line/Second Line) SAP Model ADP1874ARQZ-0.3-R7/ ADP1875ARQZ-0.3-R7 ADP1874ARQZ-0.6-R7/ ADP1875ARQZ-0.6-R7 ADP1874 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.3 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 1874/0.6 ADP1875 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.3 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 1875/0.6 VOUT (V) 0.8 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.3 5 7 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.3 5 7 0.8 1.2 1.8 2.5 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.3 5 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.3 5 7 VIN (V) 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 13 13 13 13 13 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 CIN (μF) 5 × 22 2 5 × 222 4 × 222 4 × 222 5 × 222 4 × 222 4 × 222 4 × 222 3 × 222 3 × 222 3 × 222 3 × 222 3 × 222 5 × 222 5 × 222 5 × 222 5 × 222 3 × 222 5 × 10 9 5 × 109 5 × 109 5 × 109 3 × 109 4 × 109 4 × 109 4 × 109 4 × 109 4 × 109 Rev. 0 | Page 34 of 44 COUT (μF) 5 × 560 3 4 × 5603 4 × 270 4 3 × 2704 2 × 330 5 3305 222 + ( 4 × 47 6 ) 4 × 5603 4 × 2704 4 × 2704 2 × 3305 2 × 150 7 222 + 4 × 476 4 × 5603 4 × 2704 3 × 2704 3 × 180 8 5 × 2704 3 × 3305 3 × 2704 2 × 2704 1507 4 × 2704 2 × 3305 3 × 2704 3305 4 × 476 3 × 476 L1 (μH) 0.72 1.0 1.2 1.53 2.0 3.27 3.44 1.0 1.0 1.67 2.00 3.84 4.44 0.22 0.47 0.47 0.47 0.47 0.47 0.90 1.00 1.76 0.47 0.72 0.90 1.0 2.0 2.0 RC (kΩ) 56.9 56.9 56.9 57.6 56.9 40.7 40.7 56.9 56.9 57.6 56.9 41.2 40.7 56.2 56.9 56.9 56.9 56.9 56.2 57.6 57.6 40.7 56.9 53.6 57.6 53.0 41.2 40.7 CCOMP (pF) 620 620 470 470 470 680 680 620 470 470 510 680 680 300 270 220 220 360 270 240 240 360 300 270 270 270 360 300 CPAR (pF) 62 62 47 47 47 68 68 62 47 47 51 68 68 300 27 22 22 36 27 24 24 36 30 27 27 27 36 30 RTOP (kΩ) 0.3 1.0 2.0 3.2 4.5 7.3 10.7 1.0 2.0 3.2 4.5 7.3 10.7 0.3 1.0 2.0 3.2 1.0 2.0 3.2 4.5 7.3 1.0 2.0 3.2 4.5 7.3 10.7 ADP1874/ADP1875 Marking Code (First Line/Second Line) SAP Model ADP1874ARQZ-1.0-R7/ ADP1875ARQZ-1.0-R7 ADP1874 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 1874/1.0 ADP1875 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 1875/1.0 VOUT (V) 0.8 1.2 1.8 2.5 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.3 5 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.3 5 7 VIN (V) 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 13 13 13 13 13 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 16.5 CIN (μF) 5 × 222 5 × 222 3 × 222 3 × 222 3 × 109 4 × 109 4 × 109 5 × 109 4 × 109 3 × 109 3 × 109 4 × 109 4 × 109 3 × 109 3 × 109 L1 (μH) 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.47 0.47 0.72 1.0 0.47 0.47 0.72 0.72 1.2 1.2 COUT (μF) 4 × 2704 2 × 3305 3 × 1808 2704 3 × 3305 3 × 2704 2704 2704 3 × 476 4 × 2704 3 × 2704 3 × 1808 2704 3 × 476 222 + 476 RC (kΩ) 54.9 49.3 56.9 54.9 53.6 56.9 54.9 56.2 40.7 56.9 56.9 56.9 56.2 40.7 40.7 CCOMP (pF) 200 220 130 130 200 180 180 180 220 270 220 200 180 220 180 CPAR (pF) 20 22 13 13 20 18 18 18 22 27 22 20 18 22 18 RTOP (kΩ) 0.3 1.0 2.0 3.2 1.0 2.0 3.2 4.5 7.3 1.0 2.0 3.2 4.5 7.3 10.7 1 See the Inductor Selection section and Table 11. 22 μF Murata 25 V, X7R, 1210 GRM32ER71E226KE15L (3.2 mm × 2.5 mm × 2.5 mm). 560 μF Panasonic (SP-series) 2 V, 7 mΩ, 3.7 A EEFUE0D561LR (4.3 mm × 7.3 mm × 4.2 mm). 4 270 μF Panasonic (SP-series) 4 V, 7 mΩ, 3.7 A EEFUE0G271LR (4.3 mm × 7.3 mm × 4.2 mm). 5 330 μF Panasonic (SP-series) 4 V, 12 mΩ, 3.3 A EEFUE0G331R (4.3 mm × 7.3 mm × 4.2 mm). 6 47 μF Murata 16 V, X5R, 1210 GRM32ER61C476KE15L (3.2 mm × 2.5 mm × 2.5 mm). 7 150 μF Panasonic (SP-series) 6.3 V, 10 mΩ, 3.5 A EEFUE0J151XR (4.3 mm × 7.3 mm × 4.2 mm). 8 180 μF Panasonic (SP-series) 4 V, 10 mΩ, 3.5 A EEFUE0G181XR (4.3 mm × 7.3 mm × 4.2 mm). 9 10 μF TDK 25 V, X7R, 1210 C3225X7R1E106M. 2 3 Table 11. Recommended Inductors L (μH) 0.12 0.22 0.47 0.72 0.9 1.2 1.0 1.4 2.0 0.8 DCR (mΩ) 0.33 0.33 0.8 1.65 1.6 1.8 3.8 3.2 2.6 ISAT (A) 55 30 50 35 32 25 16 24 23 27.5 Dimension (mm) 10.2 × 7 10.2 × 7 14.2 × 12.8 10.5 × 10.2 14 × 12.8 10.5 × 10.2 10.2 × 10.2 14 × 12.8 10.2 × 10.2 Manufacturer Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik Sumida Model Number 744303012 744303022 744355147 744325072 744318120 744325120 7443552100 744318180 7443551200 CEP125U-0R8 Table 12. Recommended MOSFETs VGS = 4.5 V Upper-Side MOSFET (Q1/Q2) Lower-Side MOSFET (Q3/Q4) RON (mΩ) 5.4 ID (A) 47 VDS (V) 30 CIN (nF) 3.2 QTOTAL (nC) 20 Package PG-TDSON8 Manufacturer Infineon Model Number BSC042N03MS G 10.2 6.0 9 5.4 53 19 14 47 30 30 30 30 1.6 10 35 25 20 PG-TDSON8 SO-8 SO-8 PG-TDSON8 Infineon Vishay International Rectifier Infineon BSC080N03MS G Si4842DY IRF7811 BSC042N03MS G 10.2 6.0 82 19 30 30 1.6 10 35 PG-TDSON8 SO-8 Infineon Vishay BSC080N03MS G Si4842DY 2.4 3.2 Rev. 0 | Page 35 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS Figure 90 shows the schematic of a typical ADP1874/ADP1875 used for a high current application. Blue traces denote high current pathways. VIN, PGND, and VOUT traces should be wide and possibly replicated, descending down into the multiple layers. Vias should populate, mainly around the positive and negative terminals of the input and output capacitors, alongside the source of Q1/Q2, the drain of Q3/Q4, and the inductor. The performance of a dc-to-dc converter depends highly on how the voltage and current paths are configured on the printed circuit board (PCB). Optimizing the placement of sensitive analog and power components is essential to minimize output ripple, maintain tight regulation specifications, and reduce PWM jitter and electromagnetic interference. HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT VIN = 12V JP3 CVIN 22µF CPAR 53pF VOUT R7 10kΩ RTOP 2kΩ RBOT 1kΩ RRES 100kΩ C2 0.1µF C1 1µF 1 VIN 2 COMP BST 16 3 EN DRVH 14 4 FB PGND 13 5 GND DRVL 12 6 RES PGOOD 11 7 VREG 8 VREG_IN CBST 100nF C3 22µF Q1 C6 22µF 1.0µH Q3 5kΩ Q4 RSNB 2Ω CSNB 1.5nF 10kΩ VREG C7 22µF C8 N/A C9 N/A VOUT = 1.8V, 15A C20 270µF C24 N/A VREG SS 10 TRACK C5 22µF Q2 SW 15 9 C4 22µF CSS 34nF + + C21 270µF C25 N/A + + + C22 270µF C26 N/A + C23 270µF C27 N/A + + C14 TO C19 N/A MURATA: (HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT CAPACITORS) 22µF, 25V, X7R, 1210 GRM32ER71E226KE15L PANASONIC: (OUTPUT CAPACITORS) 270µF, SP-SERIES, 4V, 7mΩ EEFUE0G271LR INFINEON MOSFETs: BSC042N03MS G (LOWER SIDE) BSC080N03MS G (UPPER SIDE) WÜRTH INDUCTORS: 1µH, 3.8mΩ, 16A 7443552100 Figure 90. ADP1874 High Current Evaluation Board Schematic (Blue Traces Indicate High Current Paths) SENSITIVE ANALOG COMPONENTS LOCATED FAR FROM NOISY POWER SECTION SEPARATE ANALOG GROUND PLANE FOR COMPENSATION AND FEEDBACK RESISTORS OUTPUT CAPACITORS ARE MOUNTED AT RIGHTMOST AREA OF EVALUATION BOARD INPUT CAPACITORS ARE MOUNTED CLOSE TO DRAIN OF Q1/Q2 AND SOURCE OF Q3/Q4 09347-092 VREG ADP1874/ ADP1875 Figure 91. Overall Layout of the ADP1870 High Current Evaluation Board Rev. 0 | Page 36 of 44 09347-081 CC 430pF RC 57kΩ 09347-093 ADP1874/ADP1875 Figure 92. Layer 2 of Evaluation Board TOP RESISTOR FEEDBACK TAP 09347-094 VOUT SENSE TAP LINE EXTENDING BACK TO THE TOP RESISTOR IN THE FEEDBACK DIVIDER NETWORK. THIS OVERLAPS WITH PGND SENSE TAP LINE EXTENDING TO THE ANALOG GROUND PLANE Figure 93. Layer 3 of Evaluation Board Rev. 0 | Page 37 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 BOTTOM RESISTOR TAP TO ANALOG GROUND PLANE 09347-095 PGND SENSE TAP FROM NEGATIVE TERMINALS OF THE OUTPUT BULK CAPACITORS. THIS TRACK PLACEMENT SHOULD BE DIRECTLY BELOW THE VOUT SENSE LINE OF LAYER 3. Figure 94. Layer 4 (Bottom Layer) of Evaluation Board A dedicated plane for the analog ground plane (GND) should be separate from the main power ground plane (PGND). With the shortest path possible, connect the analog ground plane to the GND pin (Pin 5). This plane should be on only the top layer of the evaluation board. To avoid crosstalk interference, there should not be any other voltage or current pathway directly below this plane on Layer 2, Layer 3, or Layer 4. Connect the negative terminals of all sensitive analog components to the analog ground plane. Examples of such sensitive analog components include the resistor divider’s bottom resistor, the high frequency bypass capacitor for biasing (0.1 μF), and the compensation network. Mount a 1 μF bypass capacitor directly across the VREG pin (Pin 7) and the PGND pin (Pin 13). In addition, a 0.1 μF should be tied across the VREG pin (Pin 7) and the GND pin (Pin 5). POWER SECTION As shown in Figure 91, an appropriate configuration to localize large current transfer from the high voltage input (VIN) to the output (VOUT) and then back to the power ground is to put the VIN plane on the left, the output plane on the right, and the main power ground plane in between the two. Current transfers from the input capacitors to the output capacitors, through Q1/Q2, during the on state (see Figure 95). The direction of this current (yellow arrow) is maintained as Q1/Q2 turns off and Q3/Q4 turns on. When Q3/Q4 turns on, the current direction continues to be maintained (yellow arrow) as it circles from the bulk capacitor power ground terminal to the output capacitors, through Q3/Q4. Arranging the power planes in this manner minimizes the area in which changes in flux occur if the current through Q1/Q2 stops abruptly. Sudden changes in flux, usually at the source terminals of Q1/Q2 and the drain terminal of Q3/Q4, cause large dv/dt at the SW node. The SW node is near the top of the evaluation board. The SW node should use the least amount of area possible and be away from any sensitive analog circuitry and components. This is because the SW node is where most sudden changes in flux density occur. When possible, replicate this pad onto Layer 2 and Layer 3 for thermal relief and eliminate any other voltage and current pathways directly beneath the SW node plane. Populate the SW node plane with vias, mainly around the exposed pad of the inductor terminal and around the perimeter of the source of Q1/Q2 and the drain of Q3/Q4. The output voltage power plane (VOUT) is at the rightmost end of the evaluation board. This plane should be replicated, descending down to multiple layers with vias surrounding the inductor terminal and the positive terminals of the output bulk capacitors. Ensure that the negative terminals of the output capacitors are placed close to the main power ground (PGND), as previously mentioned. All of these points form a tight circle (component geometry permitting) that minimizes the area of flux change as the event switches between D and 1 − D. 09347-086 IC SECTION (LEFT SIDE OF EVALUATION BOARD) Figure 95. Primary Current Pathways During the On State of the Upper-Side MOSFET (Left Arrow) and the On State of the Lower-Side MOSFET (Right Arrow) Rev. 0 | Page 38 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 DIFFERENTIAL SENSING Because the ADP1874/ADP1875 operate in valley currentmode control, a differential voltage reading is taken across the drain and source of the lower-side MOSFET. The drain of the lower-side MOSFET should be connected as close as possible to the SW pin (Pin 15) of the IC. Likewise, the source should be connected as close as possible to the PGND pin (Pin 13) of the IC. When possible, both of these track lines should be narrow and away from any other active device or voltage/current path. Differential sensing should also be employed between the outermost output capacitor and the feedback resistor divider (see Figure 93 and Figure 94). Connect the positive terminal of the output capacitor to the top resistor (RT). Connect the negative terminal of the output capacitor to the negative terminal of the bottom resistor, which connects to the analog ground plane as well. Both of these track lines, as previously mentioned, should be narrow and away from any other active device or voltage/ current path. SW LAYER 1: SENSE LINE FOR SW (DRAIN OF LOWER MOSFET) LAYER 1: SENSE LINE FOR PGND (SOURCE OF LOWER MOSFET) 09347-087 PGND Figure 96. Drain/Source Tracking Tapping of the Lower-Side MOSFET for CS Amp Differential Sensing (Yellow Sense Line on Layer 2). Rev. 0 | Page 39 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 TYPICAL APPLICATION CIRCUITS 12 A, 300 kHz HIGH CURRENT APPLICATION CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT VIN = 12V JP3 CVIN 22µF CPAR 56pF R7 10kΩ VREG RTOP 2kΩ VOUT RBOT 1kΩ RRES 100kΩ ADP1874/ ADP1875 1 VIN 2 COMP 3 EN DRVH 14 4 FB PGND 5 GND DRVL 12 6 RES PGOOD 11 7 VREG VREG_IN 8 C2 0.1µF BST 16 C1 1µF C3 22µF CBST 100nF Q1 C5 22µF C6 22µF 1.2µH Q3 13 5kΩ 10kΩ Q4 + C24 N/A VREG C8 N/A C9 N/A VOUT = 1.8V, 12A + C20 270µF RSNB 2Ω CSNB 1.5nF VREG SS 10 C7 22µF Q2 SW 15 TRACK 9 C4 22µF + C21 270µF + C25 N/A + C22 270µF + C26 N/A C23 270µF + + C14 TO C19 N/A C27 N/A MURATA: (HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT CAPACITORS) 22µF, 25V, X7R, 1210 GRM32ER71E226KE15L PANASONIC: (OUTPUT CAPACITORS) 270µF, SP-SERIES, 4V, 7mΩ EEFUE0G271LR INFINEON MOSFETs: BSC042N03MS G (LOWER SIDE) BSC080N03MS G (UPPER SIDE) WÜRTH INDUCTORS: 1.2µH, 2.00mΩ, 20A 744325120 CSS 34nF 09347-088 CC 560pF RC 49.3kΩ Figure 97. Application Circuit for 12 V Input, 1.8 V Output, 12 A, 300 kHz (Q2/Q4 No Connect) 5.5 V INPUT, 600 kHz APPLICATION CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT VIN = 5.5V JP3 CVIN 22µF CF 22pF VREG VOUT R7 10kΩ RTOP 3.2kΩ RBOT 1kΩ RRES 100kΩ ADP1874/ ADP1875 1 VIN 2 COMP 3 EN DRVH 14 4 FB PGND 13 5 GND DRVL 12 6 RES PGOOD 11 7 VREG 8 C2 0.1µF C1 1µF VREG_IN BST 16 CBST 100nF C3 22µF Q1 C5 22µF C6 22µF 1.2µH Q3 5kΩ Q4 RSNB 2Ω CSNB 1.5nF 10kΩ VREG C8 N/A C9 N/A VOUT = 2.5V, 12A C20 180µF C24 N/A VREG SS 10 C7 22µF Q2 SW 15 TRACK 9 C4 22µF CSS 34nF + + C21 180µF C25 N/A + + C22 180µF C26 N/A + + C27 N/A C23 N/A + + C14 TO C19 N/A MURATA: (HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT CAPACITORS) 22µF, 25V, X7R, 1210 GRM32ER71E226KE15L PANASONIC: (OUTPUT CAPACITORS) 180µF, SP-SERIES, 4V, 10mΩ EEFUE0G181XR INFINEON MOSFETs: BSC042N03MS G (LOWER SIDE) BSC080N03MS G (UPPER SIDE) WÜRTH INDUCTORS: 0.47µH, 0.8mΩ, 30A 744355147 Figure 98. Application Circuit for 5.5 V Input, 2.5 V Output, 12 A, 600 kHz (Q2/Q4 No Connect) Rev. 0 | Page 40 of 44 09347-089 CC 220pF RC 56.9kΩ ADP1874/ADP1875 300 kHz HIGH CURRENT APPLICATION CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT VIN = 13V JP3 CVIN 22µF CPAR 56pF VREG VOUT R7 10kΩ ADP1874/ ADP1875 1 VIN 2 COMP 3 EN DRVH 14 4 FB PGND 13 5 GND DRVL 12 6 RES PGOOD 11 7 VREG 8 VREG_IN RTOP 2kΩ RBOT 1kΩ RRES 100kΩ C2 0.1µF C1 1µF BST 16 CBST 100nF C3 22µF Q1 C5 22µF C6 22µF 1.2µH Q3 5kΩ Q4 RSNB 2Ω CSNB 1.5nF 10kΩ VREG C8 N/A C9 N/A VOUT = 1.8V, 12A C20 270µF C24 N/A VREG SS 10 C7 22µF Q2 SW 15 TRACK 9 C4 22µF CSS 34nF + + C21 270µF C25 N/A + + C22 270µF C26 N/A + + C23 270µF C27 N/A + + C14 TO C19 N/A MURATA: (HIGH VOLTAGE INPUT CAPACITORS) 22µF, 25V, X7R, 1210 GRM32ER71E226KE15L PANASONIC: (OUTPUT CAPACITORS) 270µF, SP-SERIES, 4V, 7mΩ EEFUE0G271LR INFINEON MOSFETs: BSC042N03MS G (LOWER SIDE) BSC080N03MS G (UPPER SIDE) WÜRTH INDUCTORS: 1.2µH, 2.00mΩ, 20A 744325120 Figure 99. Application Circuit for 13 V Input, 1.8 V Output, 12 A, 300 kHz (Q2/Q4 No Connect) Rev. 0 | Page 41 of 44 09347-090 CC 560pF RC 49.3kΩ ADP1874/ADP1875 OUTLINE DIMENSIONS 0.197 (5.00) 0.193 (4.90) 0.189 (4.80) 16 9 1 8 0.244 (6.20) 0.236 (5.99) 0.228 (5.79) 0.010 (0.25) 0.006 (0.15) 0.069 (1.75) 0.053 (1.35) 0.065 (1.65) 0.049 (1.25) 0.010 (0.25) 0.004 (0.10) COPLANARITY 0.004 (0.10) 0.158 (4.01) 0.154 (3.91) 0.150 (3.81) 0.025 (0.64) BSC SEATING PLANE 0.012 (0.30) 0.008 (0.20) 8° 0° 0.050 (1.27) 0.016 (0.41) 0.020 (0.51) 0.010 (0.25) 0.041 (1.04) REF COMPLIANT TO JEDEC STANDARDS MO-137-AB 012808-A CONTROLLING DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES; MILLIMETERS DIMENSIONS (IN PARENTHESES) ARE ROUNDED-OFF INCH EQUIVALENTS FOR REFERENCE ONLY AND ARE NOT APPROPRIATE FOR USE IN DESIGN. Figure 100. 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] (RQ-16) Dimensions shown in inches and (millimeters) ORDERING GUIDE Model 1 ADP1874ARQZ-0.3-R7 ADP1874ARQZ-0.6-R7 ADP1874ARQZ-1.0-R7 ADP1874-0.3-EVALZ ADP1874-0.6-EVALZ ADP1874-1.0-EVALZ ADP1875ARQZ-0.3-R7 ADP1875ARQZ-0.6-R7 ADP1875ARQZ-1.0-R7 ADP1875-0.3-EVALZ ADP1875-0.6-EVALZ ADP1875-1.0-EVALZ 1 Temperature Range −40°C to +125°C −40°C to +125°C −40°C to +125°C −40°C to +125°C −40°C to +125°C −40°C to +125°C Package Description 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] Evaluation Board Evaluation Board Evaluation Board 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] 16-Lead Shrink Small Outline Package [QSOP] Evaluation Board Evaluation Board Evaluation Board Z = RoHS Compliant Part. Rev. 0 | Page 42 of 44 Package Option RQ-16 RQ-16 RQ-16 Branding (1st Line/2nd Line) 1874/0.3 1874/0.6 1874/1.0 RQ-16 RQ-16 RQ-16 1875/0.3 1875/0.6 1875/1.0 ADP1874/ADP1875 NOTES Rev. 0 | Page 43 of 44 ADP1874/ADP1875 NOTES ©2011 Analog Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. D09347-0-2/11(0) Rev. 0 | Page 44 of 44