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SC632
Fixed 5.0V Output Charge Pump Regulator
POWER MANAGEMENT Features
Description
The SC632 is a high-current voltage regulator using Semtech’s proprietary low-noise charge pump technology. Performance is optimized for use in single Li-Ion battery cell applications. The regulator provides the performance of a linear, low drop-out (LDO) voltage regulator when the input is greater than 5.0V. Unlike an LDO, dropout is avoided when the input is less than 5.0V. Instead, a charge pump is activated to provide voltage boost and the head-room needed for voltage regulation. Only two 2.2μF bucket capacitors are required to deliver the full output current. The charge pump provides a low EMI solution compared to inductive boost regulators.