Overview
The TPS6590376ZWSR is a highly integrated Power Management IC (PMIC) designed by Texas Instruments for use in processor-based systems, particularly those using ARM Cortex A15 processors. This device is part of the TPS659037 family and is optimized for advanced power management requirements. It provides a comprehensive set of power supply regulators, control interfaces, and monitoring features, making it suitable for complex system designs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Package | 169-pin nFBGA, 12-mm × 12-mm, 0.8-mm pin pitch |
| SMPS Regulators | Seven step-down switched-mode power supply regulators:
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| LDO Regulators | Seven general-purpose low dropout regulators (LDOs):
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| Clock Management | 16-MHz crystal oscillator and 32-kHz RC oscillator |
| Real-Time Clock (RTC) | With alarm wake-up mechanism |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (GPADC) | 12-bit sigma-delta GPADC with three external input channels and six internal channels |
| Thermal Monitoring | High temperature warning and thermal shutdown |
| Control Interfaces | One SPI, two I2C interfaces, and power request signals |
| System Voltage Range | 3.135 to 5.25 V |
Key Features
- Digital Voltage Scaling (DVS) control for SMPS regulators
- Dual-phase and triple-phase configurations for high current requirements
- Output current measurement in most SMPS regulators
- Differential remote sensing for dual-phase and triple-phase regulators
- Hardware and software-controlled Eco-mode up to 5 mA with 15-µA quiescent current
- Short-circuit protection and powergood indication
- Internal soft-start for in-rush current limitation
- Ability to synchronize SMPS to external clock or internal fallback clock with phase synchronization
- Configurable power-up and power-down sequences (OTP based)
- General-purpose input/output (GPIO) functionality
- Thermal monitoring with high temperature warning and thermal shutdown
Applications
- Factory Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- System-on-Module
- Human-Machine Interface
Q & A
- What is the TPS6590376ZWSR used for?
The TPS6590376ZWSR is a Power Management IC (PMIC) designed for use in processor-based systems, particularly those using ARM Cortex A15 processors.
- How many SMPS regulators does the TPS6590376ZWSR have?
The device includes seven step-down switched-mode power supply (SMPS) regulators.
- What are the key features of the SMPS regulators?
The SMPS regulators support digital voltage scaling (DVS) control, dual-phase and triple-phase configurations, output current measurement, and differential remote sensing.
- What types of LDO regulators are available on the TPS6590376ZWSR?
The device includes seven general-purpose low dropout regulators (LDOs) with various current ratings and configurations.
- What clock management options are available?
The device features a 16-MHz crystal oscillator and a 32-kHz RC oscillator.
- Does the TPS6590376ZWSR have thermal monitoring capabilities?
Yes, it includes high temperature warning and thermal shutdown features.
- What control interfaces are supported by the TPS6590376ZWSR?
The device supports one SPI interface, two I2C interfaces, and power request signals.
- What is the system voltage range for the TPS6590376ZWSR?
The system voltage range is from 3.135 to 5.25 V.
- What are some common applications for the TPS6590376ZWSR?
Common applications include factory automation, programmable logic controllers, system-on-module, and human-machine interface.
- How is the power-up and power-down sequence controlled?
The power-up and power-down sequence is configurable using one-time programmable (OTP) settings.
