Overview
The TPS60210DGSR is a regulated 3.3V, 100mA step-up charge pump from Texas Instruments. This device is designed to generate a 3.3-V ±4% output voltage from an input voltage range of 1.8-V to 3.6-V, making it suitable for various battery-powered applications. It operates with high efficiency, up to 90%, and features an ultra-low operating current in snooze mode, typically 2 uA. The TPS60210DGSR is packaged in a compact 10-pin VSSOP (DGS) package and requires only four external capacitors for a complete low-ripple DC/DC converter solution.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 3.3 V ±4% |
| Input Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Output Current | Up to 100 mA |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | VSSOP (DGS), 10 pins |
| Quiescent Current in Snooze Mode | Typical 2 uA |
| Output Voltage Ripple | Less than 5 mV (PP) |
| Efficiency | Up to 90% |
| External Capacitors Required | Four |
Key Features
- Regulated 3.3-V output voltage from a 1.8-V to 3.6-V input voltage range
- Ultra-low operating current in snooze mode, typical 2 uA with up to 2-mA output current
- Less than 5-mV output voltage ripple achieved with push-pull topology
- Integrated low-battery and power-good detector
- Switching frequency can be synchronized to external clock signal
- Extends battery usage with up to 90% efficiency and 35-uA quiescent current
- Easy-to-design, low-cost, low EMI power supply since no inductors are used
- Compact converter solution in ultra-small 10-pin MSOP package with only four external capacitors required
- Evaluation module available (TPS60210EVM-167)
Applications
- Replaces DC/DC converters with inductors in battery-powered applications like two battery cells to 3.3-V conversion
- MSP430 ultra-low-power microcontroller and other battery-powered microprocessor systems
- Glucose meters and other medical instruments
- MP3 portable audio players
- Backup-battery boost converters
- Cordless phones, PDAs
Q & A
- What is the output voltage of the TPS60210DGSR?
The output voltage is 3.3 V ±4%.
- What is the input voltage range for the TPS60210DGSR?
The input voltage range is from 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- What is the maximum output current of the TPS60210DGSR?
The maximum output current is up to 100 mA.
- What is the quiescent current in snooze mode for the TPS60210DGSR?
The quiescent current in snooze mode is typically 2 uA.
- Does the TPS60210DGSR require any inductors?
No, the TPS60210DGSR does not require any inductors, reducing EMI to a minimum.
- How many external capacitors are required for the TPS60210DGSR?
Only four external capacitors are required.
- What are the operating modes of the TPS60210DGSR?
The device can operate in snooze mode, normal operating mode, and can be synchronized to an external clock signal.
- What is the efficiency of the TPS60210DGSR?
The efficiency is up to 90%.
- What are some typical applications for the TPS60210DGSR?
Typical applications include MSP430 ultra-low-power microcontroller systems, glucose meters, MP3 portable audio players, and backup-battery boost converters.
- Is an evaluation module available for the TPS60210DGSR?
