Overview
The MC34VR500V8ES is a high-performance, multi-output DC/DC regulator solution from NXP USA Inc., designed specifically for network processor systems, particularly the QorIQ LS1/T1 family of communications processors. This regulator integrates four switching buck converters and five general-purpose linear regulators, making it an ideal power management solution for complex system requirements. It supports various processor configurations and provides power to the processor, DDR memory, and system peripherals.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Package | HVQFN56 | 56-pin HVQFN package |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +105 °C | Temperature range for operation |
| Buck Converters | SW1: 4.5 A, SW2: 2.0 A, SW3: 2.5 A, SW4: 1.0 A | Output currents for each buck converter |
| Linear Regulators | Five user-programmable LDOs (LDO1 to LDO5) | Current ratings: LDO1 - 250 mA, LDO2 - 100 mA, LDO3 - 350 mA, LDO4 - 100 mA, LDO5 - 200 mA |
| DDR Termination Reference Voltage | Supports DDR3L and DDR4 | VTT tracking regulator for DDR memory |
| Control Interface | I2C control of all regulators | Programmable low-power modes and power control logic with processor interface |
Key Features
- High-efficiency quad buck regulator with integrated power MOSFETs
- Four switching buck converters and five general-purpose linear regulators
- Programmable low-power modes to optimize power consumption
- I2C control interface for all regulators
- Power control logic with processor interface and event detection
- Support for DDR3L and DDR4 memory with VTT tracking regulator
Applications
- Internet of Things (IoT) gateways
- Mobile wireless routers
- Multifunction printers (MFP)
- Network-attached storage (NAS)
- Automatic teller machines (ATMs)
Q & A
- What is the MC34VR500V8ES used for? The MC34VR500V8ES is a multi-output DC/DC regulator used for power management in network processor systems, particularly the QorIQ LS1/T1 family of communications processors.
- What is the package type of the MC34VR500V8ES? The MC34VR500V8ES comes in a 56-pin HVQFN package.
- What are the output currents of the buck converters? The buck converters have output currents of 4.5 A, 2.0 A, 2.5 A, and 1.0 A for SW1, SW2, SW3, and SW4 respectively.
- How many linear regulators does the MC34VR500V8ES have? The MC34VR500V8ES has five general-purpose linear regulators.
- What types of DDR memory does the MC34VR500V8ES support? The MC34VR500V8ES supports DDR3L and DDR4 memory with a VTT tracking regulator.
- What control interface does the MC34VR500V8ES use? The MC34VR500V8ES uses an I2C control interface for all regulators.
- What are some of the key applications of the MC34VR500V8ES? Key applications include IoT gateways, mobile wireless routers, MFP printers, NAS, and ATMs.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MC34VR500V8ES? The operating temperature range is -40 °C to +105 °C.
- Does the MC34VR500V8ES support programmable low-power modes? Yes, the MC34VR500V8ES supports programmable low-power modes to optimize power consumption.
- What is the purpose of the power control logic in the MC34VR500V8ES? The power control logic includes a processor interface and event detection to manage power efficiently.
