Datasheet
Low Profile, 500 mA, 6 MHz, Synchronous,
Step-Down, DC-to-DC Converter
ADP2125
Rev. A
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FEATURES
1.26 V fixed output voltage
Clock signal enable
6 MHz (maximum) operating frequency
500 mA continuous output current
Input voltage: 2.1 V to 5.5 V
0.3 µA (typical) shutdown supply current
Compatible with tiny multilayer inductors
Internal synchronous rectifier
Internal compensation
Internal soft start
Output-to-ground short-circuit protection
Current-limit protection
Undervoltage lockout
Thermal shutdown protection
Ultrasmall, 0.405 mm height (maximum), 6-ball BUMPED_CHIP
APPLICATIONS
Mobile phones
Digital still/video cameras
Digital audio
Portable equipment
Camera modules
Image stabilization systems
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ADP2125 is a high frequency, step-down, dc-to-dc
converter optimized for portable applications in which board
area and battery life are critical constraints. Fixed frequency
operation at 6 MHz enables the use of tiny ceramic inductors
and capacitors. Additionally, the synchronous rectification
improves efficiency and results in fewer external components.
Over all load currents, the device uses a voltage regulating
pulse-width modulation (PWM) mode that maintains a
constant frequency with excellent stability and transient
response. The ADP2125 is enabled by a 6 MHz to 27 MHz
external clock signal applied to the EXTCLK pin. When the
external clock is not switching and in a low state (EXTCLK ≤
0.5 V), the input is disconnected from the output and draws less
than 0.3 A (typical) from the source.
The ADP2125 has an input voltage range of 2.1 V to 5.5 V,
allowing the use of single Li+/Li polymer cell, three-cell
alkaline, NiMH cell, and other standard power sources. The
ADP2125 is internally compensated to minimize external
components and can source up to 500 mA. Other key features
such as cycle-by-cycle peak current limit, soft start, undervoltage
lockout (UVLO), output-to-ground short-circuit protection, and
thermal shutdown provide protection for internal and external
circuit components.
TYPICAL APPLICATION CIRCUIT
A2
C2
B2 A1
B1
C1
VIN
GND FB
SW
EXTCLK NC
NC = NO CONNECT
OFF ON
C
IN
2.2µF
C
OUT
4.7µF
INPUT
VOLTAGE
2.1V TO 5.5V
L
1.5µH
ADP2125
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
1.26V
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Figure 1.