Overview
The TPS51200MDRCTEP, produced by Texas Instruments, is a sink and source double data rate (DDR) termination regulator. This device is specifically designed for low-input voltage, low-cost, and low-noise systems where space is a critical consideration. It maintains a fast transient response and requires a minimum output capacitance of only 20 μF, making it ideal for compact and efficient system designs. The regulator supports all power requirements for DDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, Low-Power DDR3, and DDR4 VTT bus termination, ensuring robust performance across various DDR standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Range (VLDOIN) | 1.1 V to 3.5 V |
| Output Current | Up to 3 A |
| Minimum Output Capacitance | 20 μF |
| Package Type | 10-pin VSON with thermal pad |
| Package Size | 3.00 mm × 3.00 mm |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C (commercial), -55°C to +125°C (extended) |
| Remote Sensing | Supported via VOSNS pin |
| PGOOD Signal | Open-drain signal to monitor output regulation |
| EN Signal | For enabling/disabling the regulator and discharging VTT during S3 state |
Key Features
- Sink and source tracking termination regulator with droop compensation.
- Supports DDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, Low-Power DDR3, and DDR4 VTT bus termination.
- Remote sensing function via VOSNS pin for tight regulation.
- Open-drain PGOOD signal to monitor output regulation.
- EN input for enabling/disabling the regulator and discharging VTT during S3 state.
- Built-in soft start, undervoltage lockout (UVLO), and overcurrent limit (OCL).
- Thermal shutdown protection.
- ±10-mA buffered reference (REFOUT).
Applications
- Memory termination regulator for DDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, Low-Power DDR3, and DDR4.
- Notebooks, desktops, and servers.
- Telecom and datacom equipment.
- Base stations.
- LCD-TVs and PDP-TVs.
- Copiers and printers.
- Set-top boxes.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the TPS51200MDRCTEP? The TPS51200MDRCTEP is a sink and source double data rate (DDR) termination regulator designed for low-input voltage, low-cost, and low-noise systems.
- What DDR standards does the TPS51200MDRCTEP support? It supports DDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, Low-Power DDR3, and DDR4 VTT bus termination.
- What is the minimum output capacitance required for the TPS51200MDRCTEP? The minimum output capacitance required is 20 μF.
- What package type and size does the TPS51200MDRCTEP come in? It comes in a 10-pin VSON package with a thermal pad, measuring 3.00 mm × 3.00 mm.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TPS51200MDRCTEP? The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C (commercial) and -55°C to +125°C (extended).
- Does the TPS51200MDRCTEP support remote sensing? Yes, it supports remote sensing via the VOSNS pin.
- What is the purpose of the PGOOD signal in the TPS51200MDRCTEP? The PGOOD signal is an open-drain signal used to monitor the output regulation.
- How does the EN signal function in the TPS51200MDRCTEP? The EN signal is used for enabling/disabling the regulator and discharging VTT during the S3 state.
- What built-in protections does the TPS51200MDRCTEP have? It has built-in soft start, undervoltage lockout (UVLO), overcurrent limit (OCL), and thermal shutdown protection.
- What are some common applications of the TPS51200MDRCTEP? Common applications include memory termination in notebooks, desktops, servers, telecom and datacom equipment, base stations, LCD-TVs, PDP-TVs, copiers, printers, and set-top boxes.
