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NCP1521
1.5 MHz, 600 mA, High-Ef ficiency, Low Quiescent Current, Adjustable Output Voltage Step-Down Converter
The NCP1521 step- down PWM DC- DC converter is optimized for portable applications powered from one cell Li- ion or three cell Alkaline/NiCd/NiMH batteries. The device is available in an adjustable output voltage from 0.9 V to 3.3 V. It uses synchronous rectification to increase efficiency and reduce external part count. The device also has a built- in 1.5 MHz (nominal) oscillator which reduces component size by allowing a small inductor and capacitors. Automatic switching PWM/PFM mode offers improved system efficiency.
Finally, it includes an integrated soft-start, cycle-by-cycle current limiting, and thermal shutdown protection.