Overview
The TPS84610RKGT from Texas Instruments is a highly integrated power solution designed for point-of-load applications. This device combines a 6-A DC/DC converter with power MOSFETs, an inductor, and passives into a compact, low-profile BQFN package. The TPS84610 offers high efficiency, adjustable output voltage, and a range of features that make it ideal for powering high-performance DSPs and FPGAs. With a small footprint of 9×11×2.8 mm, it is easy to solder onto a printed circuit board and provides excellent thermal performance with a junction-to-ambient thermal resistance of 12°C/W.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 2.95 to 6 | V |
| Output Current | Up to 6 | A |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.8 to 3.6 | V |
| Switching Frequency Range | 500 kHz to 2 MHz | |
| Efficiency | Up to 96% | % |
| Operating Temperature Range | –40°C to 85°C | °C |
| Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance | 12 | °C/W |
| Package Type | BQFN (39 pins) | |
| Weight | 0.85 grams | grams |
Key Features
- Complete integrated power solution with small footprint and low-profile design.
- Efficiencies up to 96%.
- Wide-output voltage adjustment from 0.8 V to 3.6 V with ±1% reference accuracy.
- Adjustable switching frequency (500 kHz to 2 MHz) and synchronization to an external clock.
- Adjustable slow-start and output voltage sequencing/tracking.
- Power good output and programmable undervoltage lockout (UVLO).
- Output overcurrent protection and overtemperature protection.
- Meets EN55022 Class B emissions standards.
Applications
- Broadband and communications infrastructure.
- Automated test and medical equipment.
- Compact PCI / PCI Express / PXI Express.
- DSP and FPGA point of load applications.
- High density distributed power systems.
Q & A
- What is the input voltage range of the TPS84610? The input voltage range is from 2.95 V to 6 V.
- What is the maximum output current of the TPS84610? The maximum output current is up to 6 A.
- How can the output voltage be adjusted? The output voltage can be adjusted from 0.8 V to 3.6 V using the VADJ pin and an external resistor.
- What is the switching frequency range of the TPS84610? The switching frequency range is from 500 kHz to 2 MHz.
- Does the TPS84610 have overcurrent protection? Yes, it has output overcurrent protection.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TPS84610? The operating temperature range is from –40°C to 85°C.
- How does the remote sense feature work? The remote sense feature improves load regulation by connecting the SENSE+ pin to VOUT at the load, compensating for I-R voltage drops.
- What is the thermal performance of the TPS84610? The junction-to-ambient thermal resistance is 12°C/W.
- Does the TPS84610 meet any specific emissions standards? Yes, it meets EN55022 Class B emissions standards.
- How is the slow-start feature controlled? The slow-start feature is controlled using the SS/TR pin and an external capacitor.
