MAX15040 Datasheet | Maxim Integrated

19-4426; Rev 2; 7/10 KIT ATION EVALU E L B AVAILA .. High-Efficiency, 4A, Step-Down Regulator with Integrated Switches in 2mm x 2mm Package General Description The MAX15040 high-efficiency switching regulator delivers up to 4A load current at output voltages from 0.6V to (0.9 x VIN). The device operates from 2.4V to 3.6V, making it ideal for on-board point-of-load and postregulation applications. Total output-voltage accuracy is within ±1% over load, line, and temperature. The MAX15040 Features 1MHz fixed-frequency PWM mode operation. The high operating frequency allows for small-size external ponents. The low-resistance on-chip n MOS switches ensure high efficiency at heavy loads while minimizing critical parasitic inductances, making the layout a much simpler task with respect to discrete solutions. Following a simple layout and footprint ensures first-pass success in new designs. The MAX15040 incorporates a high-bandwidth (> 15MHz) voltage-error amplifier. The voltage-mode control architecture and the voltage-error amplifier permit a Type III pensation scheme to achieve maximum loop bandwidth, up to 200k Hz. High loop bandwidth provides fast transient response, resulting in less required output capacitance and allowing for allceramic capacitor designs. The MAX15040 Features an output overload hiccup protection and peak current limit on both high-side (sourcing current) and low-side (sinking and sourcing current) MOSFETs, for ultra-safe operations in case of high output prebias, short-circuit conditions, severe overloads, or in converters with bulk electrolytic capacitors. The MAX15040 Features an adjustable output voltage. The output voltage is adjustable by using two external resistors at the feedback or by applying an external reference voltage to the REFIN/SS input. The MAX15040 offers programmable soft-start time using one capacitor to reduce input inrush current. A built-in thermal shutdown protection assures safe operation under...