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LM5145-Q1 Automotive 75-V Synchronous Buck DC/DC Controller With Wide Duty Cycle Range;
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LM5145-Q1 Automotive 75-V Synchronous Buck DC/DC Controller With Wide Duty Cycle Range

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LM25148-Q1  
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LM25148-Q1 42-V Automotive Synchronous Buck DC/DC Controller with Ultra-Low IQ  
and Dual Random Spread Spectrum  
1 Features  
2 Applications  
AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications:  
– Device temperature grade 1: –40°C to +125°C  
ambient operating temperature  
Automotive electronic systems  
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)  
Infotainment and clusters  
Integrated EMI mitigation  
3 Description  
– Selectable dual random spread spectrum  
(DRSS) feature for enhanced EMI performance  
across low and high-frequency bands  
– Optimized for CISPR 25 Class 5 requirements  
Versatile synchronous buck DC/DC controller  
– Wide input voltage range of 3.5 V to 42 V  
– 1% accurate, fixed 3.3-V, 5-V, 12-V, or  
adjustable outputs from 0.8 V to 36 V  
The LM25148-Q1 is a 42-V, ultra-low IQ synchronous  
buck DC/DC controller for high-current, single-output  
applications. The controller uses a peak-current-mode  
control architecture for easy loop compensation,  
fast transient response, and excellent load and  
line regulation. The LM25148-Q1 can be set up in  
interleaved mode (paralleled output) with accurate  
current sharing for high-current applications. It can  
operate at input voltages as low as 3.5 V, at nearly  
100% duty cycle if needed.  
– 150°C maximum junction temperature  
– Lossless DCR or shunt current sensing  
– Shutdown mode current: 2.2 µA  
– No-load standby current: 9 µA  
The LM25148-Q1 has a unique EMI reduction  
feature known as Dual Random Spread Spectrum  
(DRSS). Combining low-frequency triangular and  
high-frequency randomized modulations mitigates  
EMI across lower and higher radio-frequency bands,  
respectively. This hybrid technique aligns with  
the multiple resolution bandwidth (RBW) settings  
specified in industry-standard EMC tests.  
Switching frequency from 100 kHz to 2.2 MHz  
– SYNC in and SYNC out capability  
– Selectable PFM or FPWM modes  
Inherent protection features for robust design  
– Internal hiccup mode overcurrent protection  
– ENABLE and PGOOD functions  
– VCC, VDDA, and gate-drive UVLO protection  
– Internal or external loop compensation  
– Thermal shutdown protection with hysteresis  
Create a custom design using the LM25148-Q1  
with WEBENCH® Power Designer  
Device Information  
PART NUMBER  
PACKAGE(1)  
BODY SIZE (NOM)  
LM25148-Q1  
VQFN (24)  
3.5 mm × 5.5 mm  
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at  
the end of the data sheet  
VIN = 3.5 V...42 V  
CIN  
CVCC  
2.2  
F
VCC  
VIN  
EN  
CBOOT  
HO  
CBOOT  
0.1  
VOUT = 5 V  
IOUT = 8 A  
F
Q1  
Q2  
RS  
CNFG  
LO  
5 m  
PGOOD  
0.56  
H
CO  
SW  
4 47  
F
VDDA  
LO  
LM25148-Q1  
PGND  
RFB  
PFM/SYNCIN  
FB  
24.9 k  
CS  
VOUT  
EXTCOMP  
* Tie to GND  
if not used  
VCCX  
RT  
VDDA  
AGND  
RT  
CVDDA  
0.1  
* VOUT tracks VIN if VIN < 5.2 V  
F
9.52 k  
Typical Application Schematic  
CISPR 25 EMI Performance, 150 kHz to 30 MHz  
An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications,  
intellectual property matters and other important disclaimers. ADVANCE INFORMATION for preproduction products; subject to change  
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Table of Contents  
1 Features............................................................................1  
2 Applications.....................................................................1  
3 Description.......................................................................1  
4 Revision History.............................................................. 3  
5 Description (continued).................................................. 3  
6 Pin Configuration and Functions...................................4  
6.1 Wettable Flanks.......................................................... 5  
7 Specifications.................................................................. 6  
7.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ....................................... 6  
7.2 ESD Ratings ............................................................. 6  
7.3 Recommended Operating Conditions ........................6  
7.4 Thermal Information ...................................................7  
7.5 Electrical Characteristics ............................................7  
8 Detailed Description......................................................11  
8.1 Overview................................................................... 11  
8.2 Functional Block Diagram.........................................12  
8.3 Feature Description...................................................13  
8.4 Device Functional Modes..........................................22  
9 Application and Implementation..................................23  
9.1 Application Information............................................. 23  
9.2 Typical Applications.................................................. 30  
10 Power Supply Recommendations..............................42  
11 Layout...........................................................................43  
11.1 Layout Guidelines................................................... 43  
11.2 Layout Example...................................................... 46  
12 Device and Documentation Support..........................48  
12.1 Device Support....................................................... 48  
12.2 Documentation Support.......................................... 49  
12.3 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates..49  
12.4 Support Resources................................................. 50  
12.5 Trademarks.............................................................50  
12.6 Electrostatic Discharge Caution..............................50  
12.7 Glossary..................................................................50  
13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable  
Information.................................................................... 50  
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4 Revision History  
DATE  
REVISION  
NOTES  
Initial release  
June 2021  
*
5 Description (continued)  
Additional features of the LM25148-Q1 include 150°C maximum junction temperature operation, user-selectable  
diode emulation for lower current consumption at light-load conditions, open-drain power-good flag for fault  
reporting and output monitoring, precision enable input, monotonic start-up into prebiased load, integrated VCC  
bias supply regulator, internal 2.8-ms soft-start time, and thermal shutdown protection with automatic recovery.  
The LM25148-Q1 controller comes in a 3.5-mm × 5.5-mm thermally enhanced, 24-pin VQFN package with  
wettable flank pins to facilitate optical inspection during manufacturing.  
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6 Pin Configuration and Functions  
NC  
CNFG  
RT  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
23  
NC  
22 NC  
21 VOUT  
20 ISNS+  
EXTCOMP  
FB  
EN  
19  
18  
PFM/SYNC  
AGND  
VDDA  
VCC  
17 PG  
VCCX  
16  
15 CBOOT  
14 SW  
PGND 10  
LO 11  
Connect the exposed pad to AGND and PGND on the PCB.  
Figure 6-1. 24-Pin VQFN RGY Package with Wettable Flanks (Top View)  
Table 6-1. Pin Functions  
PIN  
NAME  
I/O(1)  
DESCRIPTION  
NO.  
1
NC  
NC  
̶
̶
Connect to GND at the exposed pad to improve heat spreading.  
Connect to GND at the exposed pad to improve heat spreading.  
2
Connect a resistor to ground to set primary/secondary, spread spectrum enable/disable, or interleaved  
operation.  
3
4
5
CNFG  
RT  
I
I
Frequency programming pin. A resistor from RT to AGND sets the oscillator frequency between 100 kHz  
and 2.2 MHz.  
The output of the transconduction amplifier. If used, connect the compensation network from EXTCOMP to  
AGND.  
EXTCOMP  
O
Connect FB to VDDA to set the output voltage to 3.3 V. Connect FB through 24.9 kΩ to set the output  
voltage to 5 V, or a resistor divider from VOUT to FB to set the output voltage level between 0.8 V to 36 V.  
The regulation threshold is 0.8 V.  
6
FB  
I
7
AGND  
VDDA  
VCC  
PGND  
LO  
G
O
P
Analog ground connection. Ground return for the internal voltage reference and analog circuits  
Internal analog bias regulator. Connect a ceramic decoupling capacitor from VDDA to AGND.  
VCC bias supply pin. Connect a ceramic capacitor between VCC and PGND.  
Power ground connection pin for low-side NMOS gate driver  
Low-side gate driver signal  
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
G
O
P
VIN  
Supply voltage input source for the VCC regulator  
HO  
O
High-side gate driver signal  
Switching node of the buck regulator. Connect to the bootstrap capacitor, the source terminal of the  
high-side MOSFET, and the drain terminal of the low-side MOSFET.  
14  
15  
16  
SW  
P
P
P
CBOOT  
VCCX  
High-side driver supply for bootstrap gate drive  
Optional input for an external bias supply. If VVCCX > 4.3 V, VCCX is internally connected to VCC and the  
internal VCC regulator is disabled.  
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Table 6-1. Pin Functions (continued)  
PIN  
I/O(1)  
DESCRIPTION  
NO.  
NAME  
17  
PG  
O
An open-collector output that goes low if VOUT is outside the specified regulation window.  
Connect PFM to VDDA to Enable Diode Emulation mode. Connect PFM to AGND to operate the LM25148-  
Q1 in Forced PWM (FPWM) mode with continuous conduction at light loads. PFM can also be used as a  
synchronization input to synchronize the internal oscillator to an external clock.  
18  
19  
20  
21  
PFM/SYNC  
EN  
I
I
I
I
An active-high input (VEN) enables the output. If the output is not enabled, the LM25148-Q1 is in Shutdown  
mode.  
Current sense amplifier input. Connect this pin to the inductor side of the external current sense resistor (or  
to the relevant sense capacitor terminal if inductor DCR current sensing is used) using a low-current Kelvin  
connection.  
ISNS+  
VOUT  
Output voltage sense and the current sense amplifier input. Connect VOUT to the output side of the current  
sense resistor (or to the relevant sense capacitor terminal if inductor DCR current sensing is used).  
22  
23  
24  
NC  
NC  
NC  
̶
̶
Connect to GND at the exposed pad to improve heat spreading.  
Connect to GND at the exposed pad to improve heat spreading.  
Connect to GND at the exposed pad to improve heat spreading.  
̶
(1) P = Power, G = Ground, I = Input, O = Output  
6.1 Wettable Flanks  
100% automated visual inspection (AVI) post-assembly is typically required to meet reliability and robustness  
standards. Standard quad-flat no-lead (QFN) packages do not have solderable or exposed pins and terminals  
that are easily viewed. It is therefore difficult to visually determine whether or not the package is successfully  
soldered onto the printed-circuit board (PCB). The wettable-flank process was developed to resolve the issue  
of side-lead wetting of leadless packaging. The LM25148-Q1 is assembled using a 24-pin VQFN package with  
wettable flanks to provide a visual indicator of solderability, which reduces the inspection time and manufacturing  
costs.  
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7 Specifications  
7.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings  
Over the recommended operating junction temperature range of –40to +150(unless otherwise noted). (1)  
MIN  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–5  
MAX  
UNIT  
VIN to PGND  
47  
SW to PGND  
47  
SW to PGND, transient < 20 ns  
CBOOT to SW  
–0.3  
–5  
6.5  
CBOOT to SW, transient < 20 ns  
HO to SW  
–0.3  
–5  
VHB + 0.3  
Input voltage  
HO to SW, transient < 20 ns  
LO to PGND  
V
–0.3  
–1.5  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–40  
–55  
VVCC + 0.3  
0.3  
LO to PGND, transient < 20 ns  
EN to PGND  
47  
VCC, VCCX, VDDA, PG, FB, PFM/SYNC, RT, EXTCOMP to AGND  
CNFG to AGND  
6.5  
5.5  
VOUT, ISNS+ to AGND  
VOUT, ISNS+  
36  
Output voltage  
0.3  
Operating junction temperature, TJ  
Storage temperature, Tstg  
150  
150  
°C  
°C  
(1) Operation outside the Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent device damage. Absolute Maximum Ratings do not imply  
functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those listed under Recommended Operating Conditions.  
If used outside the Recommended Operating Conditions but within the Absolute Maximum Ratings, the device may not be fully  
functional, and this may affect device reliability, functionality, performance, and shorten the device lifetime.  
7.2 ESD Ratings  
VALUE  
UNIT  
Human body model (HBM), per AEC Q100-002 (1)  
Charged device model (CDM), per AEC Q100-011  
±2000  
Corner pins (1, 2, 11, 12, 13, 14, 23, and  
24)  
V(ESD)  
Electrostatic discharge  
±750  
±500  
V
Other pins  
(1) AEC Q100-002 indicates that HBM stressing shall be in accordance with the ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 specification.  
7.3 Recommended Operating Conditions  
Over the operating junction temperature range of –40to +150(unless otherwise noted). (1)  
MIN  
NOM  
MAX  
42  
UNIT  
VIN  
Input supply voltage range  
Output voltage range  
SW to PGND  
3.5  
VOUT  
0.8  
36  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–0.3  
–40  
42  
CBOOT to SW  
5
5
5.25  
5.25  
42  
FB, EXTCOMP, RT, CNFG to AGND  
EN to PGND  
V
Pin voltage  
VCC, VCCX, VDDA to PGND  
VOUT, ISNS+ to PGND  
PGND to AGND  
5.25  
36  
0.3  
150  
TJ  
Operating junction temperature  
°C  
(1) Recommended operating conditions are conditions under which the device is intended to be functional. For specifications and test  
conditions, see the Electrical Characteristics.  
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7.4 Thermal Information  
LM25148-Q1  
RGY (VQFN)  
24 PINS  
36.8  
THERMAL METRIC(1)  
UNIT  
RθJA  
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance  
Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance  
Junction-to-board thermal resistance  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
RθJC(top)  
RθJB  
28  
11.8  
ψJT  
Junction-to-top characterization parameter  
Junction-to-board characterization parameter  
Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance  
0.4  
ψJB  
11.7  
RθJC(bot)  
2.1  
(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics  
7.5 Electrical Characteristics  
TJ = –40°C to +150°C. Typical values are at TJ = 25°C and VIN = 12 V (unless otherwise noted).  
PARAMETER  
TEST CONDITIONS  
MIN  
TYP  
MAX  
UNIT  
SUPPLY (VIN)  
IQ-VIN1  
Nonswitching, VEN = 0 V, VFB = VREF + 50  
mV  
VIN shutdown current  
VIN standby current  
2.2  
3.8  
µA  
µA  
IQ-VIN2  
Nonswitching, 0.5 V ≤ VEN ≤ 1 V  
104  
1.03 ≤ VEN ≤ 42 V, VVOUT = 3.3 V, in  
regulation, no-load, not switching, VPFM/SYNC  
= 0 V  
ISTANDBY1  
Sleep current, 3.3 V  
Sleep current, 5 V  
9.5  
9.9  
19.7  
19.9  
µA  
µA  
VEN = 5 V, VVOUT = 5 V, in regulation, no-  
load, not switching, VPFM/SYNC = 0 V  
ISTANDBY2  
ENABLE (EN)  
VSDN  
Shutdown to standby threshold  
Enable voltage rising threshold  
Enable hystersis  
VEN rising  
0.5  
1.0  
10  
V
V
VEN-HIGH  
VEN rising, enable switching  
VEN = 1.1 V  
0.95  
8
1.05  
12  
IEN-HYS  
µA  
INTERNAL LDO (VCC)  
VVCC-REG  
VCC regulation voltage  
IVCC = 0 mA to 100 mA  
4.7  
3.3  
5
3.4  
5.3  
3.5  
V
V
VVCC-UVLO  
VVCC-HYST  
IVCC-REG  
VCC UVLO rising threshold  
VCC UVLO hysteresis  
130  
200  
mV  
mA  
Internal LDO short-circuit current limit  
140  
INTERNAL LDO (VDDA)  
VVDDA-REG  
VVDDA-UVLO  
VVDDA-HYST  
RVDDA  
VDDA regulation voltage  
4.75  
3.1  
5
3.2  
120  
5.5  
5.25  
3.3  
V
V
VDDA UVLO rising  
VDDA UVLO hysteresis  
VDDA resistance  
VVCC rising, VVCCX = 0 V  
VVCCX = 0 V  
mV  
VVCCX = 0 V  
EXTERNAL BIAS (VCCX)  
VVCCX-ON  
VVCCX-HYST  
RVCCX  
VCCX rising threshold  
4.1  
4.3  
130  
2
4.4  
V
mV  
VCCX hysteresis voltage  
VCCX resistance  
VVCCX = 5 V  
VVCCX = 5 V  
REFERENCE VOLTAGE  
VREF  
Regulated FB voltage  
795  
800  
808  
mV  
OUTPUT VOLTAGE (VOUT)  
RFB = 0 Ω, VIN = 3.8 V to 42 V, internal  
COMP  
VOUT-3.3V–INT  
VOUT-3.3V–EXT  
VOUT-5V–INT  
VOUT-5V–EXT  
3.3-V output voltage setpoint  
3.267  
3.267  
4.95  
3.3  
3.3  
5.0  
5.0  
3.333  
3.333  
5.05  
V
V
V
V
RFB = 0 Ω, VIN = 3.8 V to 42 V, external  
COMP  
3.3-V output voltage setpoint  
5-V output voltage setpoint  
5-V output voltage setpoint  
RFB = 24.9 kΩ, VIN = 5.5 V to 42 V, internal  
COMP  
RFB = 24.9 kΩ, VIN = 5.5 V to 42 V, external  
COMP  
4.95  
5.05  
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TJ = –40°C to +150°C. Typical values are at TJ = 25°C and VIN = 12 V (unless otherwise noted).  
PARAMETER  
TEST CONDITIONS  
MIN  
TYP  
MAX  
UNIT  
RFB = 48.7 kΩ, VIN = 24 V to 42 V, internal  
COMP COMP  
VOUT-12V–INT  
VOUT-12V-EXT  
12-V output setpoint  
11.88  
12  
12.12  
12.12  
V
RFB = 48.7 kΩ, VIN = 24 V to 42 V, external  
COMP  
12-V output setpoint  
11.88  
12  
V
RFB-OPT2  
RFB-OPT3  
5-V output select  
12-V output select  
24.3  
47.5  
24.9  
48.7  
25.5  
49.9  
kΩ  
kΩ  
ERROR AMPLIFIER (COMP)  
EA transconductance, external  
gm-EXTERNAL  
FB to COMP  
1020  
1200  
30  
µS  
µS  
compensation  
EA transconductance, internal  
compensation  
gm-INTERNAL  
FB to COMP, EXTCOMP 100 kΩ to VDDA  
IFB  
Error amplifier input bias current  
COMP clamp voltage  
EA source current  
75  
nA  
V
VCOMP-CLAMP  
ICOMP-SRC  
ICOMP-SINK  
RCOMP  
VFB = 0 V  
2.1  
180  
160  
400  
50  
VCOMP = 1 V, VFB = 0.4 V  
VCOMP = 1 V, VFB = 0.8 V  
EXTCOMP 100 kΩ to VDDA  
EXTCOMP 100 kΩ to VDDA  
EXTCOMP 100 kΩ to VDDA  
µA  
µA  
kΩ  
pF  
pF  
EA sink current  
Internal compensation  
Internal compensation  
Internal compensation  
CCOMP  
CCOMP-HF  
1
PULSE FREQUENCY MODULATION (PFM)  
VPFM-LO  
VPFM-HI  
VZC-SW  
PFM detection threshold low  
PFM decection threshold high  
Zero-cross threshold  
0.8  
V
V
2.0  
–5.5  
100  
mV  
PFM = VDDA, 1000 SW cycles after first HO  
pulse  
VZC-DIS  
Zero-cross threshold disable  
Frequency sync range  
mV  
kHz  
ns  
RRT = 9.53 kΩ, ± 20% of the nominal  
oscillator frequency  
FSYNCIN3  
tSYNC-MIN3  
tSYNCIN-HO  
tPFM-FILTER  
1760  
20  
2640  
250  
Minimum pulse-width of external  
synchronization signal  
Delay from PFM faling edge to HO rising  
edge  
25  
ns  
µs  
SYNCIN to PFM mode  
15  
30  
21  
DUAL RANDOM SPREAD SPECTRUM (DRSS)  
Distance from the nominal switching  
frequency  
ΔfC  
fm  
7.8%  
Modulation frequency  
9.7  
kHz  
SWITCHING FREQUENCY  
VRT  
RT pin regulation voltage  
10 kΩ < RRT < 100 kΩ  
RRT = 97.6 kΩ to AGND  
VIN = 12 V, RRT = 9.53 kΩ to AGND  
RRT = 220 kΩ to AGND  
RRT = 9.53 kΩ  
0.5  
220  
2.2  
100  
500  
50  
V
kHz  
MHz  
kHz  
mV/µs  
mV/µs  
ns  
FSW1  
Switching frequency 1  
Switching frequency 2  
Switching frequency 3  
Internal slope compensation 1  
Internal slope compensation 2  
Minimum on time  
FSW2  
1.98  
2.42  
FSW3  
SLOPE1  
SLOPE2  
tON(min)  
RRT = 97.6 kΩ  
65  
80  
85  
tOFF(min)  
POWER GOOD (PG)  
VPG-UV  
Minimum off time  
60  
ns  
Power-good UV trip level  
Power-good OV trip level  
Power Good UV hysteresis  
Power Good OV hysteresis  
OV filter time  
Falling with respect to the regulated voltage  
Rising with respect to the regulation voltage  
Falling with respect to the regulated output  
Rising with respect to the regulation voltage  
VOUT rising  
90%  
92%  
110%  
3.4%  
3.4%  
25  
94%  
VPG-OV  
108%  
112%  
VPG-UV-HYST  
VPG-OV-HYST  
tOV-DLY  
µs  
µs  
V
tUV-DLY  
UV filter time  
VOUT falling  
25  
VPG-OL  
PG voltage  
Open collector, IPG = 4 mA  
0.8  
SYNCHRONIZATION OUTPUT (PG/SYNCOUT)  
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TJ = –40°C to +150°C. Typical values are at TJ = 25°C and VIN = 12 V (unless otherwise noted).  
PARAMETER  
TEST CONDITIONS  
MIN  
TYP  
MAX  
UNIT  
RCNFG = 54.9 kΩ or 71.5 kΩ to VDDA  
(primary), ISYNCOUT = 4 mA  
VSYNCOUT-LO  
VSYNCOUT-HO  
tSYNCOUT  
SYNCO-LO low-state voltage  
0.8  
V
RCNFG = 54.9 kΩ or 71.5 kΩ to VDDA  
(primary) ISYNCOUT = 4 mA  
SYNCO-HO high-state voltage  
2.0  
V
Delay from HO rising edge to SYNCOUT  
(PG pin in primary mode)  
VPFM = 0 V, FSW set by RRT = 100 kΩ  
2.1  
µs  
STARTUP (Soft Start)  
tSS-INT  
Internal fixed soft-start time  
Internal diode forward drop  
1.9  
2.8  
0.8  
3.6  
3.5  
ms  
BOOT CIRCUIT  
VBOOT-DROP  
ICBOOT = 20 mA, VCC to CBOOT  
VEN = 5 V, VCBOOT-SW = 5 V  
0.63  
V
CBOOT to SW quiescent current, not  
switching  
IBOOT  
µA  
VBOOT-SW-UV-R  
VBOOT-SW-UV-F  
VBOOT-SW-UV-HYS  
VHO-LOW  
CBOOT-SW UVLO rising threshold  
CBOOT-SW UVLO falling threshold  
CBOOT-SW UVLO hysteresis  
HO low-state output voltage  
VCBOOT-SW rising  
VCBOOT-SW falling  
2.7  
2.5  
V
V
V
V
0.25  
0.038  
IHO = 100 mA  
HIGH-SIDE GATE DRIVER (HO)  
VHO-HIGH  
VHO-LOW  
tHO-RISE  
tHO-FALL  
HO high-state output voltage  
IHO = –100 mA, VHO-HIGH = VCBOOT – VHO  
IHO = 100 mA  
0.08  
0.05  
7
V
V
HO low-state output voltage  
HO rise time (10% to 90%)  
HO fall time (90% to 10%)  
CLOAD = 2.7 nF  
ns  
ns  
CLOAD = 2.7 nF  
7
VHO = VSW = 0 V, VCBOOT = 5 V, VVCCX = 5  
V
IHO-SRC  
IHO-SINK  
HO peak source current  
HO peak sink current  
2.2  
3.2  
A
A
VVCCX = 5 V  
LOW-SIDE GATE DRIVER (LO)  
VLO-LOW  
VLO-HIGH  
tLO-RISE  
tLO-FALL  
LO low-state output voltage  
ILO = 100 mA  
ILO = –100 mA  
CLOAD = 2.7 nF  
CLOAD = 2.7 nF  
0.038  
0.08  
7
V
V
LO high-state output voltage  
LO rise time (10% to 90%)  
LO fall time (90% to 10%)  
ns  
ns  
7
VHO = VSW = 0 V, VCBOOT = 5 V, VVCCX = 5  
V
ILO-SRC  
ILO-SINK  
LO peak source current  
LO peak sink current  
2.2  
3.2  
A
A
VVCCX = 5 V  
ADAPTIVE DEADTIME CONTROL  
tDEAD1 HO off to LO on deadtime  
tDEAD2 LO off to HO on deadtime  
INTERNAL HICCUP MODE  
12  
13  
ns  
ns  
HICDLY  
Hiccup mode activation delay  
Hiccup mode fault  
VISNS+ –VVOUT > 60 mV  
VISNS+ –VVOUT > 60 mV  
512  
cycles  
cycles  
HICCYCLES  
16384  
OVERCURRENT PROTECTION  
VCS-TH  
Current limit threshold  
Measured from ISNS+ to VOUT  
54  
60  
45  
10  
66  
mV  
ns  
tDELAY-ISNS+  
GCS  
ISNS+ delay to output  
CS amplifier gain  
9.5  
10.5  
15  
V/V  
nA  
IBIAS-ISNS+  
CONFIGURATION  
RCONF-OPT1  
RCONF-OPT2  
RCONF-OPT3  
RCONF-OPT4  
RCONF-OPT5  
CS amplifier input bias current  
Primary, no spread spectrum  
Primary, with spread spectrum  
Primary, interleaved, no spread spectrum  
Primary, interleaved, with spread spectrum  
Secondary  
28.7  
40.2  
53.6  
69.8  
88.7  
29.4  
41.2  
54.9  
71.5  
90.9  
30.1  
43.2  
57.6  
73.2  
93.1  
kΩ  
kΩ  
kΩ  
kΩ  
kΩ  
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PARAMETER  
TEST CONDITIONS  
MIN  
TYP  
MAX  
UNIT  
THERMAL SHUTDOWN  
TJ-SD  
Thermal shutdown threshold (1)  
Thermal shutdown hysteresis (1)  
Temperature rising  
175  
15  
°C  
°C  
TJ-HYS  
(1) Specified by design. Not production tested.  
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8 Detailed Description  
8.1 Overview  
The LM25148-Q1 is a switching controller that features all of the functions necessary to implement a high-  
efficiency synchronous buck power supply operating over a wide input voltage range from 3.5 V to 42 V. The  
LM25148-Q1 is configured to provide a fixed 3.3-V, 5-V, or 12-V output, or an adjustable output between 0.8  
V to 36 V. This easy-to-use controller integrates high-side and low-side MOSFET drivers capable of sourcing  
2.2-A and sinking 3.2-A peak current. Adaptive dead-time control is designed to minimize body diode conduction  
during switching transitions.  
Current-mode control using a shunt resistor or inductor DCR current sensing provides inherent line feedforward,  
cycle-by-cycle peak current limiting, and easy loop compensation. It also supports a wide duty cycle range for  
high input voltage and low-dropout applications as well as when a high step-down conversion ratio (for example,  
10-to-1) is required. The oscillator frequency is user-programmable between 100 kHz to 2.2 MHz, and the  
frequency can be synchronized as high as 2.5 MHz by applying an external clock to the PFM/SYNC pin.  
An external bias supply can be connected to VCCX to maximize efficiency in high input voltage applications.  
A user-selectable diode emulation feature enables Discontinuous Conduction mode (DCM) operation to further  
improve efficiency and reduce power dissipation during light-load conditions. Fault protection features include  
the following:  
Current limiting  
Thermal shutdown  
UVLO  
Remote shutdown capability  
The LM25148-Q1 incorporates features to simplify the compliance with automotive EMI requirements (CISPR  
25). Dual Random Spread Spectrum (DRSS) techniques reduce the peak harmonic EMI signature.  
The LM25148-Q1 is provided in a 24-pin VQFN package with a wettable flank pinout and an exposed pad to aid  
in thermal dissipation.  
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8.2 Functional Block Diagram  
CLK  
SYNCOUT  
DEM/FPWM  
PLL &  
OSCILLATORS  
VIN  
PFM/SYNC  
HICCUP  
FAULT TIMER  
512 CYCLES  
ILIM  
BIAS  
VREF 0.8 V  
VCCX  
VCC  
HICCUP  
RT amp  
VDDA  
CONTROL  
VOUT  
VDDA  
DUAL RANDOM  
SPREAD SPECTURM  
(DRSS)  
DRSS  
ENABLE  
800 mV  
+
RT  
CONFG  
DECODER  
CNFG  
SECONDARY  
INTERLEAVED  
EN  
+
ILIM  
VCC  
CURRENT  
LIMIT  
GAIN = 10  
+
60 mV  
+
ISNS+  
VOUT  
BOOT  
UVLO  
SLOPE  
CBOOT  
COMP  
RAMP  
SECONDARY  
3.3 V  
5 V  
FB  
INTERLEAVE  
DECODER  
/MUX  
12 V  
DEM/FPWM  
HICCUP  
HO  
SW  
DRIVER  
COMP/ENABLE  
FB  
EXTERNAL EA  
gm 1200 µS  
SYNCOUT  
SECONDARY  
+
PWM  
+
+
R
S
Q
Q
VREF  
CLK  
PG/SYNCOUT  
0.880 V  
0.735 V  
INTERNAL EA  
gm 30 µs  
PGO  
VCC  
+
LEVEL  
SHIFT  
ADAPTIVE  
DEADTIME  
PG  
+
+
PG  
DELAY  
25 ms  
LO  
+
DRIVER  
PGUV  
EXTCOMP  
AGND  
PGND  
+
SOFT-START  
STANDBY  
+
150 mV  
SS  
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8.3 Feature Description  
8.3.1 Input Voltage Range (VIN)  
The LM25148-Q1 operational input voltage range is from 3.5 V to 42 V. The device is intended for step-down  
conversions from 12-V, 24-V, and 48-V automotive supply rails. The application circuit in Figure 9-4 shows all the  
necessary components to implement an LM25148-Q1 based wide-VIN single-output step-down regulator using  
a single supply. The LM25148-Q1 uses an internal LDO to provide a 5-V VCC bias rail for the gate drive and  
control circuits (assuming the input voltage is higher than 5 V with additional voltage margin necessary for the  
sub-regulator dropout specification).  
In high input voltage applications, take extra care to ensure that the VIN and SW pins do not exceed their  
absolute maximum voltage rating of 47 V during line or load transient events. Voltage excursions that exceed the  
input voltage can damage the IC.  
There is an internal ESD diode from the VOUT pin to the VIN pin of the LM25148-Q1. Under VIN transients  
that take VIN more than 2 V below VOUT, the output capacitors can discharge through the internal ESD diode.  
Typically, the output will discharge through the high-side MOSFET, but if the VIN transient falls too fast, diode  
protection must be added to the VIN pin of the controller so the ESD diode will not be damaged. Under these  
conditions TI recommends adding a Schottky diode in series with the LM25148-Q1 VIN pin.  
8.3.2 High-Voltage Bias Supply Regulator (VCC, VCCX, VDDA)  
The LM25148-Q1 contains an internal high-voltage VCC bias regulator that provides the bias supply for the  
PWM controller and the gate drivers for the external MOSFETs. The input voltage pin (VIN) can be connected  
directly to an input voltage source up to 42 V. However, when the input voltage is below the VCC setpoint level,  
the VCC voltage tracks VIN minus a small voltage drop.  
The VCC regulator output current limit is 110 mA (minimum). At power up, the controller sources current into the  
capacitor connected at the VCC pin. When the VCC voltage exceeds 3.3 V and the EN pin is connected to a  
voltage greater than 1 V, the soft-start sequence begins. The output remains active unless the VCC voltage falls  
below the VCC UVLO falling threshold of 3.1 V (typical) or EN is switched to a low state. Connect a ceramic  
capacitor from VCC to PGND. The recommended range of the VCC capacitor is from 2.2 µF to 10 µF.  
An internal 5-V linear regulator generates the VDDA bias supply. Bypass VDDA with a 100-nF or greater ceramic  
capacitor to achieve a low-noise internal bias rail. Normally, VDDA is 5 V. However, there is one condition where  
VDDA regulates at 3.3-V. This is in PFM mode with a light or no-load on the output.  
Minimize the internal power dissipation of the VCC regulator by connecting VCCX to a 5-V output or to an  
external 5-V supply. If the VCCX voltage is above 4.3 V, VCCX is internally connected to VCC and the internal  
VCC regulator is disabled. Tie VCCX to PGND if it is unused. Never connect VCCX to a voltage greater than 6.5  
V. If an external supply is connected to VCCX to power the LM25148-Q1 VIN must be greater than the external  
bias voltage during all conditions to avoid damage to the controller.  
8.3.3 Enable (EN)  
The EN pin can be connected to a voltage as high as 42 V. The LM25148-Q1 has a precision enable. When  
the EN voltage is greater than 1 V, VOUT is enabled. If the EN pin is pulled below 0.5 V, the LM25148-Q1 is in  
shutdown with an IQ of 2.2 μA (typical) current draw from VIN. When the enable voltage is between 0.5 V and  
1 V, the LM25148-Q1 is in Standby mode. When the controller is in Standby mode, the VCC regulator is active,  
and the controller is not switching. Under these conditions, the IQ current is 100 μA typical. The LM25148-Q1 is  
enabled with a logic level voltage greater then 2.0 V, and a voltage less than 0.4 V disables the LM25148-Q1.  
However, many applications benefit from using a resistor divider RUV1 and RUV2, as shown in Figure 8-3, to  
establish a precision UVLO level. TI does not recommend leaving the EN pin floating.  
When using precision enable and a VCCX supply, a diode must be placed with the cathode connected to the  
LM25148-Q1 VCCX node.  
Use Equation 1 and Equation 2 to calculate the UVLO resistors given the required input turn-on and turn-off  
voltages.  
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V
- V  
(
IN on  
(
IN off  
)
)
RUV1  
=
IHYS  
(1)  
(2)  
VEN-HIGH  
)
- VEN  
RUV2 = RUV1  
ì
V
IN on  
(
VDDA  
VIN  
10 µA  
RUV1  
EN  
19  
+
1 V  
Enable  
comparator  
RUV2  
Figure 8-1. Programmable Input Voltage UVLO Turn-on  
8.3.4 Power Good Monitor (PG)  
The LM25148-Q1 includes an output voltage monitoring signal for VOUT to simplify sequencing and supervision.  
The Power Good signal is used for start-up sequencing of downstream converters, fault protection, and output  
monitoring. The power-good output (PG) switches to a high impedance open-drain state when the output voltage  
is in regulation. The PG switches low when the output voltage drops below the lower power-good threshold  
(92% typical) or rises above the upper power-good threshold (110% typical). A 25-µs deglitch filter prevents false  
tripping of the power-good signal during transients. TI recommends a pullup resistor of 100 kΩ (typical) from PG  
to the relevant logic rail. PG is asserted low during soft start and when the buck regulator is disabled.  
When the LM25148-Q1 is configured as a primary controller, the PG pin is becomes a synchronization clock  
output for the secondary controller. The synchronization signal is a logic level, 180° out-of-phase with the  
primary HO driver output.  
8.3.5 Switching Frequency (RT)  
The LM25148-Q1 oscillator is programmed by a resistor between RT and AGND to set an oscillator frequency  
between 100 kHz to 2.2 MHz. Calculate the RT resistance for a given switching frequency using Equation 3.  
106  
- 53  
FSW (kHz)  
RT (kW) =  
45  
(3)  
Under low VIN conditions when the on time of the high-side MOSFET exceeds the programmed oscillator period,  
the LM25148-Q1 extends the switching period until the PWM latch is reset by the current sense ramp exceeding  
the controller compensation voltage.  
The approximate input voltage level at which this occurs is given by Equation 4.  
tSW  
V
= VOUT ∂  
IN(min)  
tSW - tOFF(min)  
(4)  
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where  
tSW is the switching period  
tOFF(min) is the minimum off time of 60 ns  
8.3.6 Dual Random Spread Spectrum (DRSS)  
The LM25148-Q1 provides a digital spread spectrum, which reduces the EMI of the power supply over a  
wide frequency range. DRSS combines a low-frequency triangular modulation profile with a high frequency  
cycle-by-cycle random modulation profile. The low-frequency triangular modulation improves performance in  
lower radio frequency bands, while the high-frequency random modulation improves performance in higher radio  
frequency bands.  
Spread spectrum works by converting a narrowband signal into a wideband signal that spreads the energy  
over multiple frequencies. Since industry standards require different EMI receiver resolution bandwidth (RBW)  
settings for different frequency bands, the RBW has an impact on the spread spectrum performance. For  
example, the CISPR 25 spectrum analyzer RBW in the frequency band from 150 kHz to 30 MHz is 9 kHz.  
For frequencies greater than 30 MHz, the RBW is 120 kHz. DRSS is able to simultaneously improve the EMI  
performance in the high and low RBWs with its low-frequency triangular modulation profile and high frequency  
cycle-by-cycle random modulation. DRSS can reduce conducted emissions up to 15 dBμV in the low-frequency  
band (150 kHz to 30 MHz) and 5 dBμV in the high-frequency band (30 MHz to 108 MHz).  
To enable DRSS, connect either a 41.2-kΩ or 71.5-kΩ resistor from CNFG to AGND. DRSS is disabled when an  
external clock is applied to the PFM/SYNC pin.  
Frequency  
(a) Low-frequency  
triangular modulation  
(b) High-frequency  
randomized modulation  
(c) Low-frequency triangular + high-  
frequency  
randomized modulations  
fs(t)  
2∆fs  
Low RBW  
High RBW  
t
Spread spectrum OFF  
Spread spectrum ON  
Figure 8-2. Dual Random Spread Spectrum Implementation  
8.3.7 Soft Start  
The LM25148-Q1 has an internal 2.8-ms soft-start timer (typical). The soft start feature allows the regulator to  
gradually reach the steady-state operating point, thus reducing start-up stresses and surges.  
8.3.8 Output Voltage Setpoint (FB)  
The LM25148-Q1 output can be independently configured for one of three fixed output voltages without external  
feedback resistors, or adjusted to the desired voltage using an external resistor divider. Set the output to 3.3-V  
by connecting FB directly to VDDA. Alternatively, set the output to either 5-V or 12-V by installing a 24.9-kΩ or  
49.9 kΩ resistor between FB and VDDA, respectively. See Table 8-1.  
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Table 8-1. Feedback Configuration Resistors  
PULLUP RESISTOR TO VDDA  
VOUT  
0 Ω  
24.9 kΩ  
49 kΩ  
NA  
3.3 V  
5 V  
12 V  
External FB divider  
The configuration settings are latched and cannot be changed until the LM25148-Q1 is powered down (with the  
VCC voltage decreasing below its falling UVLO threshold) and then powered up again (VCC rises above the 3.4  
V typical). Alternatively, set the output voltage with an external resistive divider from the output to the FB pin. The  
output voltage adjustment range is between 0.8 V to 36 V. The regulation threshold at FB is 0.8 V (VREF). Use  
Equation 5 to calculate the upper and lower feedback resistors, designated RFB1 and RFB2  
.
«
VOUT  
VREF  
RFB1  
=
-1 R  
÷
FB2  
(5)  
The recommended starting value for RFB2 is between 10 kΩ and 20 kΩ.  
If a low IQ mode is required, take care when selecting the external resistors. The extra current drawn from the  
external divider is added to the LM25148-Q1 ISTANDBY current (9 µA typical). The divider current reflected to VIN  
is divided down by the ratio of VOUT / VIN.  
8.3.9 Minimum Controllable On Time  
There are two limitations to the minimum output voltage adjustment range: the LM25148-Q1 voltage reference of  
0.8 V and the minimum controllable switch-node pulse width, tON(min)  
.
tON(min) effectively limits the voltage step-down conversion ratio VOUT / VIN at a given switching frequency. For  
fixed-frequency PWM operation, the voltage conversion ratio must satisfy Equation 6.  
VOUT  
> tON(min) FSW  
V
IN  
(6)  
where  
tON(min) is 65 ns (typical)  
FSW is the switching frequency  
If the desired voltage conversion ratio does not meet the above condition, the LM25148-Q1 transitions from fixed  
switching frequency operation to a pulse-skipping mode to maintain output voltage regulation. For example, if  
the desired output voltage is 5 V with an input voltage of 24 V and switching frequency of 2.1 MHz, the voltage  
conversion ratio test in Equation 7 is satisfied.  
5V  
> 59ns 2.1MHz  
24V  
0.208 > 0.124  
(7)  
For wide VIN applications and low output voltages, an alternative is to reduce the LM25148-Q1 switching  
frequency to meet the requirement of Equation 6.  
8.3.10 Error Amplifier and PWM Comparator (FB, EXTCOMP)  
The LM25148-Q1 has a high-gain transconductance amplifier that generates an error current proportional to  
the difference between the feedback voltage and an internal precision reference (0.8 V). The control loop  
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compensation is configured two ways. The first is using the internal compensation amplifier, which has a  
transconductance of 30 µS. Internal compensation is configured by connecting the EXTCOMP pin through a  
100-kΩ resistance to VDDA. If a 100-kΩ resistor is not detected, the LM25148-Q1 defaults to the external loop  
compensation network. The transconductance of the amplifier for external compensation is 1200 µS. This is  
latched and cannot be re-configured on the fly. Use an external compensation network if higher performance is  
required to meet a stringent transient response. To re-configure the compensation (internal or external), remove  
power and allow VCC to drop below its VCCUVLO threshold, which is 3.3 V typical.  
A type-II compensation network is generally recommended for peak current-mode control.  
8.3.11 Slope Compensation  
The LM25148-Q1 provides internal slope compensation for stable operation with peak current-mode control and  
a duty cycle greater than 50%. Calculate the buck inductance to provide a slope compensation contribution  
equal to one times the inductor downslope using Equation 8.  
VOUT (V)RS(mW)  
LO-IDEAL (H) =  
24 FSW (MHz)  
(8)  
A lower inductance value generally increases the peak-to-peak inductor current, which minimizes size and  
cost, and improves transient response at the cost of reduced light-load efficiency due to higher cores losses  
and peak currents.  
A higher inductance value generally decreases the peak-to-peak inductor current, reducing switch peak and  
RMS currents at the cost of requiring larger output capacitors to meet load-transient specifications.  
8.3.12 Inductor Current Sense (ISNS+, VOUT)  
There are two methods to sense the inductor current of the buck power stage. The first uses a current sense  
resistor (also known as a shunt) in series with the inductor, and the second avails of the DC resistance of the  
inductor (DCR current sensing).  
When the switch-node voltage rises faster than 3 V/ns, noise may be injected between PGND and VOUT. If  
the output current is operating close to current limit, the noise can prematurely trip the current limit comparator  
causing the HO to turn off immediately. This issue is more apparent at higher VIN where the switch node rises  
very quickly, which will be fixed in the final silicon.  
8.3.12.1 Shunt Current Sensing  
Figure 8-3 illustrates inductor current sensing using a shunt resistor. This configuration continuously monitors the  
inductor current to provide accurate overcurrent protection across the operating temperature range. For optimal  
current sense accuracy and overcurrent protection, use a low inductance ±1% tolerance shunt resistor between  
the inductor and the output, with a Kelvin connection to the LM25148-Q1 current sense amplifier.  
If the peak voltage signal sensed from ISNS+ to VOUT exceeds the current limit threshold of 60 mV, the  
current limit comparator immediately terminates HO output for cycle-by-cycle current limiting. Calculate the shunt  
resistance using Equation 9.  
VCS-TH  
RS  
=
DIL  
2
IOUT(CL)  
+
(9)  
where  
VCS-TH is current sense threshold of 60 mV  
IOUT(CL) is the overcurrent setpoint that is set higher than the maximum load current to avoid tripping the  
overcurrent comparator during load transients  
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ΔIL is the peak-to-peak inductor ripple current  
VIN  
LO  
RS  
VOUT  
CO  
Current sense  
amplifier  
VOUT  
ISNS+  
+
CS gain = 10  
Figure 8-3. Shunt Current Sensing Implementation  
The SS voltage is clamped 150 mV above FB during an overcurrent condition. Sixteen overcurrent events must  
occur before the SS clamp is enabled. This ensures that SS can be pulled low during brief overcurrent events,  
preventing output voltage overshoot during recovery.  
8.3.12.2 Inductor DCR Current Sensing  
For high-power applications that do not require accurate current-limit protection, inductor DCR current sensing  
is preferable. This technique provides lossless and continuous monitoring of the inductor current using an RC  
sense network in parallel with the inductor. Select an inductor with a low DCR tolerance to achieve a typical  
current limit accuracy within the range of 10% to 15% at room temperature. Components RCS and CCS in Figure  
8-4 create a low-pass filter across the inductor to enable differential sensing of the voltage across the inductor  
DCR.  
VIN  
LO  
RDCR  
VOUT  
CO  
RCS  
CCS  
Current sense  
amplifier  
VOUT  
ISNS+  
+
CS gain = 10  
Figure 8-4. Inductor DCR Current Sensing Implementation  
The voltage drop across the sense capacitor in the s-domain is given by Equation 10. When the RCSCCS time  
constant is equal to LO/RDCR, the voltage developed across the sense capacitor, CCS, is a replica of the inductor  
DCR voltage and accurate current sensing is achieved. If the RCSCCS time constant is not equal to the LO/RDCR  
time constant, there is a sensing error as follows:  
RCSCCS > LO/RDCR → the DC level is correct, but the AC amplitude is attenuated.  
RCSCCS < LO/RDCR → the DC level is correct, but the AC amplitude is amplified.  
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LO  
1+ s∂  
RDCR  
DIL  
2
VCS(s) =  
RDCR IOUT(CL) +  
÷
1+ sRCS CCS  
«
(10)  
Choose the CCS capacitance greater than or equal to 0.1 μF to maintain a low-impedance sensing network, thus  
reducing the susceptibility of noise pickup from the switch node. Carefully observe Section 11.1 to make sure  
that noise and DC errors do not corrupt the current sense signals applied between the ISNS+ and VOUT pins.  
8.3.13 Hiccup Mode Current Limiting  
The LM25148-Q1 includes an internal Hiccup mode protection function. After an overload is detected, 512 cycles  
of cycle-by-cycle current limiting occurs. The 512-cycle counter is reset if four consecutive switching cycles  
occur without exceeding the current limit threshold. Once the 512-cycle counter has expired, the internal soft  
start is pulled low, the HO and LO driver outputs are disabled, and the 16384 counter is enabled. After the  
counter reaches 16384, the internal soft start is enabled and the output restarts. The Hiccup mode current limit is  
disabled during soft start until the FB voltage exceeds 0.4 V.  
8.3.14 High-Side and Low-Side Gate Drivers (HO, LO)  
The LM25148-Q1 contains N-channel MOSFET gate drivers and an associated high-side level shifter to drive  
the external N-channel MOSFET. The high-side gate driver works in conjunction with an internal bootstrap diode  
DBOOT and bootstrap capacitor CBOOT. During the conduction interval of the low-side MOSFET, the SW voltage  
is approximately 0 V and CBOOT charges from VCC through the internal DBOOT. TI recommends a 0.1-μF  
ceramic capacitor connected with short traces between the CBOOT and SW pins.  
The LO and HO outputs are controlled with an adaptive dead-time methodology so that both outputs (HO and  
LO) are never on at the same time, preventing cross conduction. Before the LO driver output is allowed to turn  
on, the adaptive dead-time logic first disables HO and waits for the HO-SW voltage to drop below 2.0 V typical.  
LO is allowed to turn on after a small delay (HO fall to LO rising delay). Similarly, the HO turnon is delayed until  
the LO voltage has dropped below 2.0 V. This technique ensures adequate dead-time for any size N-channel  
MOSFET component or parallel MOSFET configurations.  
Caution is advised when adding series gate resistors, as this can impact the effective dead-time. The selected  
N-channel high-side MOSFET determines the appropriate bootstrap capacitance value CBOOT in according to  
Equation 11.  
QG  
CBOOT  
=
DVCBOOT  
(11)  
where  
QG is the total gate charge of the high-side MOSFET at the applicable gate drive voltage  
ΔVBOOT is the voltage variation of the high-side MOSFET driver after turn-on  
To determine CBOOT, choose ΔVBOOT so that the available gate drive voltage is not significantly impacted. An  
acceptable range of ΔVBST is 100 mV to 300 mV. The bootstrap capacitor must be a low-ESR ceramic capacitor,  
typically 0.1 µF. Use high-side and low-side MOSFETs with logic-level gate threshold voltages.  
If zero-cross detection is just above 20% load (typical) such that LO turns off early, use an external low-leakage  
boot diode. Place a footprint for a diode on the PCB layout. Final silicon will not require an external boot diode.  
8.3.15 Output Configurations (CNFG)  
The LM25148-Q1 can be configured as a primary controller (interleaved mode) or as a secondary controller for  
paralleling the outputs for high-current applications with a resistor RCNFG. This resistor also configures if spread  
spectrum is enabled or disabled. See Table 8-2. Once the VCC voltage is above 3.3 V (typical), the CNFG pin  
voltage is monitored and latched. To change the configuration mode the LM25148-Q1 must be powered down,  
and VCC must drop below 3.3 V. Figure 8-5 shows the configuration timing diagram.  
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When the LM25148-Q1 is configured with spread spectrum enabled, or as a primary controller with spread  
spectrum (RCNFG 41.2 kΩ or 71.5 kΩ), the LM25148-Q1 cannot be synchronized to an external clock.  
Table 8-2. Configuration Modes  
PRIMARY/  
SECONDARY  
RCNFG  
SPREAD SPECTRUM  
DUAL PHASE  
29.9 kΩ  
41.2 kΩ  
54.9 kΩ  
71.5 kΩ  
90.9 kΩ  
Primary  
OFF  
ON  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Enabled  
Enabled  
Primary  
Primary  
OFF  
ON  
Primary  
Secondary  
N/A  
EN  
VCC  
VVDDA-UVLO  
VDDA  
CONFIG_START  
CONFIG_DONE  
50 µs  
CONFIGURATION  
TIME  
SS(internal)  
Figure 8-5. Configuration Timing  
8.3.16 Single-Output Two-phase Operation  
To configure for two-phase operation, two LM25148-Q1 controllers are required. The LM25148-Q1 can only  
be configured in a single or dual-phase configuration where both outputs are tied together. Additional phases  
cannot be added. Refer to Figure 8-6. Configure the first controller (CNTRL1) as a primary controller and the  
second controller (CNTRL2) as a secondary. To configure CNTRL1 as a primary controller, install a 54-kΩ or  
a 71.5-kΩ resistor from CNFG to AGND. To configure the CNTRL2 as a secondary controller, install a 90.9-kΩ  
resistor from CNFG to AGND. This disables the error amplifier of CNTRL2, placing it into a high-impedance  
state. Connect the EXTCOMP pins of the primary and secondary controllers together. The internal compensation  
amplifier feature is not supported when the controller is in Dual-phase mode. In Dual-phase mode the PG pin of  
the primary controller becomes a SYNCOUT. Refer to Electrical Characteristics for voltage levels. Connect PG  
of the primary to PFM/SYNC (SYNCIN) of the secondary controller. The PG SYNCOUT signal of the primary  
controller is 180° out-of-phase and facilitates interleaved operation. RT is not used for the oscillator when the  
LM25148-Q1 is in Secondary Controller mode, but instead is used for slope compensation. Therefore, select  
the RT resistance to be the same as that of the primary controller. The oscillator is derived from the primary  
controller. When in primary/secondary mode, enable both controllers simultaneously for start-up. After the power  
supply has started, pull the secondary EN pin low (< 0.8 V) for phase shedding if needed at light load to reduce  
the IQ current.  
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If an external SYNCIN signal is applied after start-up while in primary/secondary mode, there is a two-clock cycle  
delay before the LM25148-Q1 locks on to the external synchronization signal.  
VOUT  
RPGOOD  
20 k  
SYNCOUT  
System  
PGOOD  
VDDA  
PFM/SYNC  
EN  
PG  
PG  
PFM/SYNC  
EN  
VOUT  
EN CH1  
EN CH2  
Primary  
Controller  
Secondary  
Controller  
RFB1  
VDDA  
FB  
CNFG  
CNFG  
FB  
RCNFG1  
RCNFG2  
EXTCOMP  
EXTCOMP  
RFB2  
54.9 kꢀ  
90.9 kꢀ  
Figure 8-6. Schematic Configured for Single-Output Multi-Phase Operation  
In PFM mode, the controller enters pulse skipping to reduce the IQ current. When this occurs, the primary  
controller disables its synchronization clock output, so phase shedding is not supported. In PFM modex connect  
the two enable pins together. Phase shedding is supported in FPWM only. In FPWM, enable or disable the  
secondary controller as needed to support higher load current or better light-load efficency, respectively. When  
the secondary controller is disabled and then re-enabled, its internal soft start is pulled low and the LM25148-Q1  
goes through a normal soft-start turn-on. When the LM25148-Q1 is configured for a single-output two-phase  
operation using the internal 3.3 V feedback resistor divider, the internal bootstrap UV circuit can source current  
out of the SW pin, charging up the output capacitors approximatly to 3.6 V. If this behavior is undesirable, you  
can add a 100-kΩ resistor from VOUT to GND to bleed off the charge on the output capacitors.  
For more information, see the Benefits of a Multiphase Buck Converter Technical Brief and Multiphase Buck  
Design From Start to Finish Application Report.  
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8.4 Device Functional Modes  
8.4.1 Standby Modes  
The LM25148-Q1 operates with peak current-mode control such that the compensation voltage is proportional to  
the peak inductor current. During no-load or light-load conditions, the output capacitor discharges very slowly. As  
a result, the compensation voltage does not demand the driver output pulses on a cycle-by-cycle basis. When  
the LM25148-Q1 controller detects 16 missed switching cycles, it enters Standby mode and switches to a low IQ  
state to reduce the current drawn from the input. For the LM25148-Q1 to go into Standby mode, the controller  
must be programmed for diode emulation (tie PFM/SYNC to VDDA).  
In Standby mode and normal mode, the typical low IQ is 9 μA with a 3.3-V output.  
8.4.2 Pulse Frequency Modulation and Synchronization (PFM/SYNC)  
A synchronous buck regulator implemented with a low-side synchronous MOSFET rather than a diode has the  
capability to sink negative current from the output during light-load, overvoltage, and pre-bias start-up conditions.  
The LM25148-Q1 provides a diode emulation feature that can be enabled to prevent reverse (drain-to-source)  
current flow in the low-side MOSFET. When configured for Diode Emulation mode, the low-side MOSFET is  
switched off when reverse current flow is detected by sensing of the SW voltage using a zero-cross comparator.  
The benefit of this configuration is lower power loss during light-load conditions. The disadvantage of Diode  
Emulation mode is slower light-load transient response.  
The PFM/SYNC pin configures diode emulation. To enable diode emulation and thus achieve low-IQ current at  
light loads, connect PFM/SYNC to VDDA. If FPWM or Continuous Conduction mode (CCM) operation is desired,  
tie PFM/SYNC to AGND. Note that diode emulation is automatically engaged to prevent reverse current flow  
during a prebias start-up in PFM. A gradual change from DCM to CCM operation provides monotonic start-up  
performance.  
To synchronize the LM25148-Q1 to an external source, apply a logic-level clock to the PFM/SYNC pin. The  
LM25148-Q1 can be synchronized to ±20% of the programmed frequency up to a maximum of 2.5 MHz. If there  
is an RT resistor and a synchronization signal, the LM25148-Q1 ignores the RT resistor and synchronizes to the  
external clock. Under low VIN conditions when the minimum off time is reached, the synchronization signal is  
ignored, allowing the switching frequency to reduce to maintain output voltage regulation.  
8.4.3 Thermal Shutdown  
The LM25148-Q1 includes an internal junction temperature monitor. If the temperature exceeds 175°C (typical),  
thermal shutdown occurs. When entering thermal shutdown, the device:  
1. Turns off the high-side and low-side MOSFETs.  
2. Pulls SS and PG/SYNC low.  
3. Turns off the VCC regulator.  
4. Initiates a soft-start sequence when the die temperature decreases by the thermal shutdown hysteresis of  
15°C (typical).  
This is a non-latching protection, and, as such, the device cycles into and out of thermal shutdown if the fault  
persists.  
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9 Application and Implementation  
Note  
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component specification,  
and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are responsible for  
determining suitability of components for their purposes, as well as validating and testing their design  
implementation to confirm system functionality.  
9.1 Application Information  
9.1.1 Power Train Components  
A comprehensive understanding of the buck regulator power train components is critical to successfully  
completing a synchronous buck regulator design. The following section discuss the output inductor, input and  
output capacitors, power MOSFETs, and EMI input filter.  
9.1.1.1 Buck Inductor  
For most applications, choose a buck inductance such that the inductor ripple current, ΔIL, is between 30% to  
50% of the maximum DC output current at nominal input voltage. Choose the inductance using Equation 12  
based on a peak inductor current given by Equation 13.  
÷
VOUT  
VOUT  
LO  
=
1-  
DIL FSW  
V
IN  
«
(12)  
(13)  
DIL  
2
IL(peak) = IOUT  
+
Check the inductor data sheet to make sure that the saturation current of the inductor is well above the peak  
inductor current of a particular design. Ferrite designs have very low core loss and are preferred at high  
switching frequencies, so design goals can then concentrate on copper loss and preventing saturation. Low  
inductor core loss is evidenced by reduced no-load input current and higher light-load efficiency. However, ferrite  
core materials exhibit a hard saturation characteristic and the inductance collapses abruptly when the saturation  
current is exceeded. This results in an abrupt increase in inductor ripple current and higher output voltage ripple,  
not to mention reduced efficiency and compromised reliability. Note that the saturation current of an inductor  
generally decreases as its core temperature increases. Of course, accurate overcurrent protection is key to  
avoiding inductor saturation.  
9.1.1.2 Output Capacitors  
Ordinarily, the output capacitor energy storage of the regulator combined with the control loop response are  
prescribed to maintain the integrity of the output voltage within the dynamic (transient) tolerance specifications.  
The usual boundaries restricting the output capacitor in power management applications are driven by finite  
available PCB area, component footprint and profile, and cost. The capacitor parasitics – equivalent series  
resistance (ESR) and equivalent series inductance (ESL) – take greater precedence in shaping the load  
transient response of the regulator as the load step amplitude and slew rate increase.  
The output capacitor, COUT, filters the inductor ripple current and provides a reservoir of charge for step-load  
transient events. Typically, ceramic capacitors provide extremely low ESR to reduce the output voltage ripple  
and noise spikes, while tantalum and electrolytic capacitors provide a large bulk capacitance in a relatively  
compact footprint for transient loading events.  
Based on the static specification of peak-to-peak output voltage ripple denoted by ΔVOUT, choose an output  
capacitance that is larger than that given by Equation 14.  
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DIL  
2
COUT  
í
2
8 FSW DVOUT - RESR ∂ DIL  
(
)
(14)  
Figure 9-1 conceptually illustrates the relevant current waveforms during both load step-up and step-down  
transitions. As shown, the large-signal slew rate of the inductor current is limited as the inductor current ramps  
to match the new load-current level following a load transient. This slew-rate limiting exacerbates the deficit of  
charge in the output capacitor, which must be replenished as fast as possible during and after the load step-up  
transient. Similarly, during and after a load step-down transient, the slew rate limiting of the inductor current adds  
to the surplus of charge in the output capacitor that must be depleted as quickly as possible.  
IOUT1  
diL  
dt  
VOUT  
LF  
= -  
inductor current, iL(t)  
DIOUT  
DQC  
IOUT2  
load current,  
iOUT(t)  
diOUT DIOUT  
=
dt  
tramp  
inductor current, iL(t)  
IOUT2  
DQC  
diL  
dt  
VIN - VOUT  
LF  
DIOUT  
=
load current, iOUT(t)  
IOUT1  
tramp  
Figure 9-1. Load Transient Response Representation Showing COUT Charge Surplus or Deficit  
In a typical regulator application of 12-V input to low output voltage (for example, 3.3 V), the load-off transient  
represents the worst case in terms of output voltage transient deviation. In that conversion ratio application, the  
steady-state duty cycle is approximately 28% and the large-signal inductor current slew rate when the duty cycle  
collapses to zero is approximately –VOUT / L. Compared to a load-on transient, the inductor current takes much  
longer to transition to the required level. The surplus of charge in the output capacitor causes the output voltage  
to significantly overshoot. In fact, to deplete this excess charge from the output capacitor as quickly as possible,  
the inductor current must ramp below its nominal level following the load step. In this scenario, a large output  
capacitance can be advantageously employed to absorb the excess charge and minimize the voltage overshoot.  
To meet the dynamic specification of output voltage overshoot during such a load-off transient (denoted as  
ΔVOVERSHOOT with step reduction in output current given by ΔIOUT), the output capacitance should be larger  
than:  
2
LO ∂ DIOUT  
COUT  
í
2
2
V
+ DVOVERSHOOT - VOUT  
(
)
OUT  
(15)  
The ESR of a capacitor is provided in the manufacturer’s data sheet either explicitly as a specification or  
implicitly in the impedance versus frequency curve. Depending on type, size, and construction, electrolytic  
capacitors have significant ESR, 5 mΩ and above, and relatively large ESL, 5 nH to 20 nH. PCB traces  
contribute some parasitic resistance and inductance as well. Ceramic output capacitors, on the other hand, have  
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low ESR and ESL contributions at the switching frequency, and the capacitive impedance component dominates.  
However, depending on package and voltage rating of the ceramic capacitor, the effective capacitance can drop  
quite significantly with applied DC voltage and operating temperature.  
Ignoring the ESR term in Equation 14 gives a quick estimation of the minimum ceramic capacitance necessary  
to meet the output ripple specification. Two to four 47-µF, 10-V, X7R capacitors in 1206 or 1210 footprint is a  
common choice for a 5-V output. Use Equation 15 to determine if additional capacitance is necessary to meet  
the load-off transient overshoot specification.  
A composite implementation of ceramic and electrolytic capacitors highlights the rationale for paralleling  
capacitors of dissimilar chemistries yet complementary performance. The frequency response of each capacitor  
is accretive in that each capacitor provides desirable performance over a certain portion of the frequency range.  
While the ceramic provides excellent mid- and high-frequency decoupling characteristics with its low ESR and  
ESL to minimize the switching frequency output ripple, the electrolytic device with its large bulk capacitance  
provides low-frequency energy storage to cope with load transient demands.  
9.1.1.3 Input Capacitors  
Input capacitors are necessary to limit the input ripple voltage to the buck power stage due to switching-  
frequency AC currents. TI recommends using X7S or X7R dielectric ceramic capacitors to provide low  
impedance and high RMS current rating over a wide temperature range. To minimize the parasitic inductance  
in the switching loop, position the input capacitors as close as possible to the drain of the high-side MOSFET  
and the source of the low-side MOSFET. The input capacitor RMS current for a single-channel buck regulator is  
given by Equation 16.  
DIL2  
12  
DIOUT2 1-D +  
÷
÷
ICIN,rms  
=
(
)
«
(16)  
The highest input capacitor RMS current occurs at D = 0.5, at which point, the RMS current rating of the input  
capacitors should be greater than half the output current.  
Ideally, the DC component of input current is provided by the input voltage source and the AC component by the  
input filter capacitors. Neglecting inductor ripple current, the input capacitors source current of amplitude (IOUT  
IIN) during the D interval and sinks IIN during the 1−D interval. Thus, the input capacitors conduct a square-wave  
current of peak-to-peak amplitude equal to the output current. It follows that the resultant capacitive component  
of AC ripple voltage is a triangular waveform. Together with the ESR-related ripple component, the peak-to-peak  
ripple voltage amplitude is given by Equation 17.  
IOUT D 1- D  
(
)
+ IOUT RESR  
DV  
=
IN  
FSW CIN  
(17)  
The input capacitance required for a particular load current, based on an input voltage ripple specification of  
ΔVIN, is given by Equation 18.  
D1-D I  
(
)
OUT  
CIN  
í
FSW ∂ DVIN -RESR IOUT  
(
)
(18)  
Low-ESR ceramic capacitors can be placed in parallel with higher valued bulk capacitance to provide optimized  
input filtering for the regulator and damping to mitigate the effects of input parasitic inductance resonating  
with high-Q ceramics. One bulk capacitor of sufficiently high current rating and four 10-μF 50-V X7R ceramic  
decoupling capacitors are usually sufficient for 12-V battery automotive applications. Select the input bulk  
capacitor based on its ripple current rating and operating temperature range.  
Of course, a two-channel buck regulator with 180° out-of-phase interleaved switching provides input ripple  
current cancellation and reduced input capacitor current stress. The above equations represent valid calculations  
when one output is disabled and the other output is fully loaded.  
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9.1.1.4 Power MOSFETs  
The choice of power MOSFETs has significant impact on DC/DC regulator performance. A MOSFET with  
low on-state resistance, RDS(on), reduces conduction loss, whereas low parasitic capacitances enable faster  
transition times and reduced switching loss. Normally, the lower the RDS(on) of a MOSFET, the higher the gate  
charge and output charge (QG and QOSS, respectively), and vice versa. As a result, the product of RDS(on) and  
QG is commonly specified as a MOSFET figure-of-merit. Low thermal resistance of a given package ensures that  
the MOSFET power dissipation does not result in excessive MOSFET die temperature.  
The main parameters affecting power MOSFET selection in a LM25148-Q1 application are as follows:  
RDS(on) at VGS = 5 V  
Drain-source voltage rating, BVDSS, typically 40 V or 60 V, depending on the maximum input voltage  
Gate charge parameters at VGS = 5 V  
Output charge, QOSS, at the relevant input voltage  
Body diode reverse recovery charge, QRR  
Gate threshold voltage, VGS(th), derived from the Miller plateau evident in the QG versus VGS plot in the  
MOSFET data sheet. With a Miller plateau voltage typically in the range of 2 V to 3 V, the 5-V gate drive  
amplitude of the LM25148-Q1 provides an adequately-enhanced MOSFET when on and a margin against  
Cdv/dt shoot-through when off.  
The MOSFET-related power losses for one channel are summarized by the equations presented in Table 9-1,  
where suffixes one and two represent high-side and low-side MOSFET parameters, respectively. While the  
influence of inductor ripple current is considered, second-order loss modes, such as those related to parasitic  
inductances and SW node ringing, are not included. Consult the Quickstart Calculator, available for download  
from the LM25148-Q1 product folder, to assist with power loss calculations.  
Table 9-1. MOSFET Power Losses  
POWER LOSS MODE  
HIGH-SIDE MOSFET  
LOW-SIDE MOSFET  
DIL2  
12  
DIL2  
12  
MOSFET conduction(2)  
2
2
÷
÷
Å ∆  
÷
÷
P
= DIOUT  
+
RDS(on)1  
P
= D IOUT  
+
RDS(on)2  
cond1  
cond2  
(3)  
«
«
»
ÿ
F Ÿ  
V
IN FSW  
2
DIL  
2
DIL  
2
P
=
I
-
tR + I  
+
t  
MOSFET switching  
Negligible  
PGate2 = VCC FSW QG2  
sw1  
OUT  
÷
OUT  
÷
«
«
MOSFET gate drive(1)  
PGate1 = VCC FSW QG1  
MOSFET output  
charge(4)  
PCoss = FSW VIN Qoss2 + Eoss1 -Eoss2  
(
)
»
ÿ
dt2 Ÿ  
DIL  
2
DIL  
2
Body diode  
conduction  
P
= VF FSW  
I
+
tdt1 + I  
OUT  
-
t  
N/A  
condBD  
OUT  
÷
÷
«
«
Body diode  
PRR = VIN FSW QRR2  
reverse recovery(5)  
(1) Gate drive loss is apportioned based on the internal gate resistance of the MOSFET, externally added series gate resistance and the  
relevant driver resistance of the LM25148-Q1.  
(2) MOSFET RDS(on) has a positive temperature coefficient of approximately 4500 ppm/°C. The MOSFET junction temperature, TJ, and its  
rise over ambient temperature is dependent upon the device total power dissipation and its thermal impedance. When operating at or  
near minimum input voltage, make sure that the MOSFET RDS(on) is rated for the available gate drive voltage.  
(3) D' = 1–D is the duty cycle complement.  
(4) MOSFET output capacitances, Coss1 and Coss2, are highly non-linear with voltage. These capacitances are charged losslessly by  
the inductor current at high-side MOSFET turn-off. During turn-on, however, a current flows from the input to charge the output  
capacitance of the low-side MOSFET. Eoss1, the energy of Coss1, is dissipated at turnon, but this is offset by the stored energy Eoss2 on  
Coss2  
.
(5) MOSFET body diode reverse recovery charge, QRR, depends on many parameters, particularly forward current, current transition  
speed, and temperature.  
The high-side (control) MOSFET carries the inductor current during the PWM on-time (or D interval) and typically  
incurs most of the switching losses. It is, therefore, imperative to choose a high-side MOSFET that balances  
conduction and switching loss contributions. The total power dissipation in the high-side MOSFET is the sum of  
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the losses due to conduction, switching (voltage-current overlap), output charge, and typically two-thirds of the  
net loss attributed to body diode reverse recovery.  
The low-side (synchronous) MOSFET carries the inductor current when the high-side MOSFET is off (or 1–D  
interval). The low-side MOSFET switching loss is negligible as it is switched at zero voltage – current just  
commutates from the channel to the body diode or vice versa during the transition deadtimes. LM25148-Q1, with  
its adaptive gate drive timing, minimizes body diode conduction losses when both MOSFETs are off. Such losses  
scale directly with switching frequency.  
In high step-down ratio applications, the low-side MOSFET carries the current for a large portion of the switching  
period. Therefore, to attain high efficiency, it is critical to optimize the low-side MOSFET for low RDS(on). In cases  
where the conduction loss is too high or the target RDS(on) is lower than available in a single MOSFET, connect  
two low-side MOSFETs in parallel. The total power dissipation of the low-side MOSFET is the sum of the losses  
due to channel conduction, body diode conduction, and typically one-third of the net loss attributed to body diode  
reverse recovery. The LM25148-Q1 is well suited to drive TI's portfolio of NexFETpower MOSFETs.  
9.1.1.5 EMI Filter  
Switching regulators exhibit negative input impedance, which is lowest at the minimum input voltage. An  
underdamped LC filter exhibits a high output impedance at the resonant frequency of the filter. For stability,  
the filter output impedance must be less than the absolute value of the converter input impedance.  
2
V
IN(min)  
ZIN = -  
P
IN  
(19)  
The passive EMI filter design steps are as follows:  
Calculate the required attenuation of the EMI filter at the switching frequency, where CIN represents the  
existing capacitance at the input of the switching converter.  
Input filter inductor LIN is usually selected between 1 μH and 10 μH, but it can be lower to reduce losses in a  
high-current design.  
Calculate input filter capacitor CF.  
Figure 9-2. Passive π-Stage EMI Filter for Buck Regulator  
By calculating the first harmonic current from the Fourier series of the input current waveform and multiplying it  
by the input impedance (the impedance is defined by the existing input capacitor CIN), a formula is derived to  
obtain the required attenuation as shown by Equation 20.  
IL(PEAK)  
1
«
÷
÷
Attn = 20log  
sin  
p
DMAX  
- VMAX  
(
)
1V  
p
2 FSW CIN  
(20)  
where  
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VMAX is the allowed dBμV noise level for the applicable conducted EMI specification, for example CISPR 25  
Class 5  
CIN is the existing input capacitance of the buck regulator  
DMAX is the maximum duty cycle  
IPEAK is the peak inductor current  
For filter design purposes, the current at the input can be modeled as a square-wave. Determine the passive  
EMI filter capacitance CF from Equation 21.  
2
Attn  
÷
÷
40  
1
10  
CF =  
LIN  
2p  
FSW  
«
÷
÷
(21)  
Adding an input filter to a switching regulator modifies the control-to-output transfer function. The output  
impedance of the filter must be sufficiently small so that the input filter does not significantly affect the loop  
gain of the buck converter. The impedance peaks at the filter resonant frequency. The resonant frequency of the  
passive filter is given by Equation 22.  
1
fres  
=
2
p LIN CF  
(22)  
The purpose of RD is to reduce the peak output impedance of the filter at the resonant frequency. Capacitor CD  
blocks the DC component of the input voltage to avoid excessive power dissipation in RD. Capacitor CD should  
have lower impedance than RD at the resonant frequency with a capacitance value greater than that of the input  
capacitor CIN. This prevents CIN from interfering with the cutoff frequency of the main filter. Added input damping  
is needed when the output impedance of the filter is high at the resonant frequency (Q of filter formed by LIN and  
CIN is too high). An electrolytic capacitor CD can be used for input damping with a value given by Equation 23.  
CD í 4 CIN  
(23)  
Select the input damping resistor RD using Equation 24.  
LIN  
RD  
=
CIN  
(24)  
9.1.2 Error Amplifier and Compensation  
A Type-ll compensator using a transconductance error amplifier (EA) is shown in Figure 9-3. The dominant pole  
of the EA open-loop gain is set by the EA output resistance, RO-EA, and effective bandwidth-limiting capacitance,  
CBW, as shown by Equation 25.  
g RO-EA  
m
GEA(openloop)(s) = -  
1+ sRO-EA CBW  
(25)  
The EA high-frequency pole is neglected in the above expression. The compensator transfer function from  
output voltage to COMP node, including the gain contribution from the (internal or external) feedback resistor  
network, is calculated in Equation 26.  
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÷
s
gm RO-EA 1+  
Ù
vc (s)  
w
z1  
VREF  
VOUT  
«
Gc (s) =  
= -  
Ù
vout (s)  
’ ≈  
s
s
1+  
1+  
«
÷ ∆  
÷ ∆  
◊ «  
÷
÷
wp1  
wp2  
(26)  
where  
VREF is the feedback voltage reference of 0.8 V  
gm is the EA gain transconductance of 1200 µS  
RO-EA is the error amplifier output impedance of 64 MΩ  
1
wZ1  
wp1  
wp2  
=
=
=
RCOMP CCOMP  
(27)  
(28)  
1
1
@
RO-EA C  
+ CHF + CBW  
RO-EA CCOMP  
(
)
COMP  
1
1
@
RCOMP CHF  
RCOMP C  
C
+ CBW  
(
)
(
)
COMP  
HF  
(29)  
The EA compensation components create a pole close to the origin, a zero, and a high-frequency pole. Typically,  
RCOMP << RO-EA and CCOMP >> CBW and CHF, so the approximations are valid.  
VOUT  
Error Amplifier Model  
RFB1  
FB  
COMP  
œ
gm  
VREF  
+
wp2  
RCOMP  
wz1  
RO-EA  
wp1  
RFB2  
CHF  
CBW  
CCOMP  
AGND  
Figure 9-3. Error Amplifier and Compensation Network  
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9.2 Typical Applications  
9.2.1 Design 1 – High Efficiency 2.1-MHz Buck Regulator  
Figure 9-4 shows the schematic diagram of a single-output synchronous buck regulator with output voltage of 5  
V and a rated load current of 8 A. In this example, the target half-load and full-load efficiencies are 93.5% and  
92.5%, respectively, based on a nominal input voltage of 12 V that ranges from 5.5 V to 36 V. The switching  
frequency is set at 2.1 MHz by resistor RRT. The 5-V output is connected to VCCX to reduce IC bias power  
dissipation and improve efficiency. An output voltage of 3.3 V is also feasible simply by connecting FB to VDDA.  
LIN  
1 µH  
CIN  
2 ꢀꢁ10 µF  
VIN = 3.5 V...36 V  
CF  
CDAMP  
10  
F
47  
F
CVCC  
2.2  
F
VCC  
VIN  
EN  
CBOOT  
HO  
CBOOT  
0.1  
VDDA  
Q1  
F
VOUT = 5 V  
IOUT = 8 A  
RFB  
RS  
5 m  
LO  
0.68  
Q2  
FB  
24.9 k  
CCOMP  
H
SW  
CO  
RCOMP  
10 k  
4 47  
F
EXTCOMP  
LO  
LM25148-Q1  
2.7 nF  
PGND  
CHF  
N/A  
ISNS+  
VOUT  
PGOOD  
Tie to VOUT  
or GND  
VCCX  
PFM/SYNC  
AGND  
Tie to VDDA  
or GND  
RT  
VDDA  
CNFG  
* VOUT tracks VIN if VIN < 5.2 V  
RCNFG  
41.2 k  
RT  
9.52 k  
CVDDA  
0.1  
F
Figure 9-4. Application Circuit 1 With LM25148-Q1 Buck Regulator at 2.1 MHz  
Note  
This and subsequent design examples are provided herein to showcase the LM25148-Q1 controller  
in several different applications. Depending on the source impedance of the input supply bus, an  
electrolytic capacitor can be required at the input to ensure stability, particularly at low input voltage  
and high output current operating conditions. See Power Supply Recommendations for more details.  
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9.2.1.1 Design Requirements  
Table 9-2 shows the intended input, output, and performance parameters for this automotive design example.  
Table 9-2. Design Parameters  
DESIGN PARAMETER  
Input voltage range (steady state)  
Min transient input voltage (cold crank)  
Max transient input voltage (load dump)  
Output voltage  
VALUE  
8 V to 18 V  
5.5 V  
36 V  
5 V  
Output current  
8 A  
Switching frequency  
2.1 MHz  
±1%  
Output voltage regulation  
Standby current, no-load  
Shutdown current  
10 µA  
2.2 µA  
2.8 ms  
Soft-start time  
The switching frequency is set at 2.1 MHz by resistor RRT. In terms of control loop performance, the target loop  
crossover frequency is 60 kHz with a phase margin greater than 50°.  
The selected buck regulator powertrain components are cited in Table 9-3, and many of the components are  
available from multiple vendors. The MOSFETs in particular are chosen for lowest total conduction and switching  
power loss, as discussed in detail in Section 9.1.1.4. This design uses a low-DCR, composite inductor, and  
ceramic output capacitor implementation.  
Table 9-3. List of Materials for Application Circuit 1  
REFERENCE  
DESIGNATOR  
QTY  
SPECIFICATION  
MANUFACTURER  
PART NUMBER  
Taiyo Yuden  
Murata  
UMJ325KB7106KMHT  
GCM32EC71H106KA03  
CGA6P3X7S1H106K250AB  
GCM32ER70J476KE19L  
JMK325B7476KMHTR  
CGA6P1X7S1A476M250AC  
744373490056  
CIN  
2
10 µF, 50 V, X7S, 1210, ceramic, AEC-Q200  
TDK  
Murata  
47 µF, 6.3 V, X7R, 1210, ceramic, AEC-Q200  
CO  
4
1
Taiyo Yuden  
TDK  
47 µF, 10 V, X7S, 1210, ceramic, AEC-Q200  
0.56 μH, 3.6 mΩ, 13 A, 6.6 × 6.6 × 4.8 mm, AEC-Q200  
0.68 µH, 4.5 mΩ, 22 A, 6.95 × 6.6 × 2.8 mm, AEC-Q200  
40 V, 4.6 mΩ, 7 nC, SON 5 × 6, AEC-Q101  
Shunt, 5 mΩ, 0508, 1 W, AEC-Q200  
Würth Electronik  
Colicraft  
LO  
XGL6030-681  
Q1, Q2  
RS  
2
1
1
Infineon  
IAUC60N04S6L039  
Susumu  
KRL2012E-M-R005-F-T5  
LM25148QRGYRQ1  
U1  
LM25148-Q1 42-V buck controller, AEC-Q100  
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9.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure  
9.2.1.2.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools  
Click here to create a custom design using the LM25148-Q1 device with the WEBENCH® Power Designer.  
1. Start by entering the input voltage (VIN), output voltage (VOUT), and output current (IOUT) requirements.  
2. Optimize the design for key parameters such as efficiency, footprint, and cost using the optimizer dial.  
3. Compare the generated design with other possible solutions from Texas Instruments.  
The WEBENCH Power Designer provides a customized schematic along with a list of materials with real-time  
pricing and component availability.  
In most cases, these actions are available:  
Run electrical simulations to see important waveforms and circuit performance  
Run thermal simulations to understand board thermal performance  
Export customized schematic and layout into popular CAD formats  
Print PDF reports for the design, and share the design with colleagues  
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9.2.1.2.2 Buck Inductor  
1. Use Equation 30 to calculate the required buck inductance based on a 30% inductor ripple current at  
nominal input voltages.  
VOUT  
VOUT  
5V  
5V  
÷
÷
LO  
=
1 -  
=
1-  
= 0.58H  
÷
«
DILO F  
V
2.4A 2.1MHz  
12V  
«
SW  
IN nom  
(
)
(30)  
2. Select a standard inductor value of 0.56 µH or use a 0.68 µH to account for effective inductance derating of  
molded inductors. Use Equation 31 to calculate the peak inductor currents at maximum steady-state input  
voltage. Subharmonic oscillation occurs with a duty cycle greater than 50% for peak current-mode control.  
For design simplification, the LM25148-Q1 has an internal slope compensation ramp proportional to the  
switching frequency that is added to the current sense signal to damp any tendency toward subharmonic  
oscillation.  
«
DILO  
2
VOUT  
VOUT  
÷
5V  
5V  
ILO(PK) = IOUT  
+
= IOUT  
+
1-  
= 8A +  
1-  
= 9.53A  
÷
÷
2LO FSW  
V
0.56H2.1MHz  
18V  
«
IN(max)  
(31)  
3. Based on Equation 8, use Equation 32 to cross-check the inductance to set a slope compensation close to  
the ideal one times the inductor current downslope.  
VOUT RS  
24 FSW  
5V 5mW  
24 2.1MHz  
LO(sc)  
=
=
= 0.5H  
(32)  
9.2.1.2.3 Current-Sense Resistance  
1. Calculate the current-sense resistance based on a maximum peak current capability of at least 25% higher  
than the peak inductor current at full load to provide sufficient margin during start-up and load-on transients.  
Calculate the current sense resistances using Equation 33.  
VCS-TH  
1.25 ILO(PK) 1.25 9.53A  
60mV  
RS  
=
=
= 5.04mW  
(33)  
where  
VCS-TH is the 60-mV current limit threshold  
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2. Select a standard resistance value of 5 mΩ for the shunt. An 0508 footprint component with wide aspect  
ratio termination design provides 1-W power rating, low parasitic series inductance, and compact PCB  
layout. Carefully adhere to the layout guidelines in Section 11.1 to make sure that noise and DC errors do  
not corrupt the differential current-sense voltages measured at the ISNS+ and VOUT pins.  
3. Place the shunt resistor close to the inductor.  
4. Use Kelvin-sense connections, and route the sense lines differentially from the shunt to the LM25148-Q1.  
5. The CS-to-output propagation delay (related to the current limit comparator, internal logic, and power  
MOSFET gate drivers) causes the peak current to increase above the calculated current limit threshold.  
For a total propagation delay tDELAY-ISNS+ of 40 ns, use Equation 34 to calculate the worst-case peak inductor  
current with the output shorted.  
V
IN(max) tDELAY-ISNS+  
VCS-TH  
RS  
60mV 18V 45ns  
ILO-PK(SC)  
=
+
=
+
= 13.5A  
LO  
5mW  
0.56H  
(34)  
6. Based on this result, select an inductor with saturation current greater than 16 A across the full operating  
temperature range.  
9.2.1.2.4 Output Capacitors  
1. Use Equation 35 to estimate the output capacitance required to manage the output voltage overshoot during  
a load-off transient (from full load to no load) assuming a load transient deviation specification of 1.5% (75  
mV for a 5-V output).  
2
2
0.56H8A  
(
)
(
LO ∂ DIOUT  
COUT  
í
=
= 47.4F  
2
2
2
2
V
+ DVOVERSHOOT - VOUT  
5V + 75mV - 5V  
(
)
(
)
)
OUT  
(35)  
2. Noting the voltage coefficient of ceramic capacitors where the effective capacitance decreases significantly  
with applied voltage, select four 47-µF, 10-V, X7S, 1210 ceramic output capacitors. Generally, when  
sufficient capacitance is used to satisfy the load-off transient response requirement, the voltage undershoot  
during a no-load to full-load transient is also satisfactory.  
3. Use Equation 36 to estimate the peak-peak output voltage ripple at nominal input voltage.  
2
2
«
÷
DILO  
8 FSW COUT  
«
÷
2.54A  
2
2
DVOUT  
=
+ RESR ∂ DILO  
(
=
+ 1mW ∂ 2.54A = 4.3mV  
)
(
)
8 2.1MHz 44F  
(36)  
where  
RESR is the effective equivalent series resistance (ESR) of the output capacitors  
44 µF is the total effective (derated) ceramic output capacitance at 5 V  
4. Use Equation 37 to calculate the output capacitor RMS ripple current using and verify that the ripple current  
is within the capacitor ripple current rating.  
DILO  
2.54A  
12  
ICO(RMS)  
=
=
= 0.73A  
12  
(37)  
9.2.1.2.5 Input Capacitors  
A power supply input typically has a relatively high source impedance at the switching frequency. Good-quality  
input capacitors are necessary to limit the input ripple voltage. As mentioned earlier, dual-channel interleaved  
operation significantly reduces the input ripple amplitude. In general, the ripple current splits between the input  
capacitors based on the relative impedance of the capacitors at the switching frequency.  
1. Select the input capacitors with sufficient voltage and RMS ripple current ratings.  
2. Use Equation 38 to calculate the input capacitor RMS ripple current assuming a worst-case duty-cycle  
operating point of 50%.  
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ICIN(RMS) = IOUT D1-D = 8A 0.5 1- 0.5 = 4A  
(
)
(
)
(38)  
3. Use Equation 39 to find the required input capacitance.  
D1-D I 0.51- 0.5 8A  
(
)
(
)
OUT  
CIN  
í
=
= 9.2 F  
FSW ∂ DV -RESR IOUT  
2.1MHz120mV - 2mW8A  
(
)
(
)
IN  
(39)  
where  
ΔVIN is the input peak-to-peak ripple voltage specification  
RESR is the input capacitor ESR  
4. Recognizing the voltage coefficient of ceramic capacitors, select two 10-µF, 50-V, X7R, 1210 ceramic input  
capacitors. Place these capacitors adjacent to the power MOSFETs. See Section 11.1.1 for more details.  
5. Use four 10-nF, 50-V, X7R, 0603 ceramic capacitors near the high-side MOSFET to supply the high di/dt  
current during MOSFET switching transitions. Such capacitors offer high self-resonant frequency (SRF)  
and low effective impedance above 100 MHz. The result is lower power loop parasitic inductance, thus  
minimizing switch-node voltage overshoot and ringing for lower conducted and radiated EMI signature. Refer  
to Section 11.1 for more details.  
9.2.1.2.6 Frequency Set Resistor  
Calculate the RT resistance for a switching frequency of 2.1 MHz using Equation 40. Choose a standard E96  
value of 9.53 kΩ.  
106  
FSW (kHz)  
45  
106  
2100kHz  
45  
- 53  
- 53  
RT (kW) =  
=
= 9.4kW  
(40)  
9.2.1.2.7 Feedback Resistors  
If an output voltage setpoint other than 3.3 V or 5 V is required (or to measure a bode plot when using either of  
the fixed output voltage options), determine the feedback resistances using Equation 41.  
«
VOUT1  
«
5V  
RFB1 = RFB2  
-1 = 15kW ∂  
-1 = 47.5kW  
÷
÷
VREF  
1.2V  
(41)  
9.2.1.2.8 Compensation Components  
Choose compensation components for a stable control loop using the procedure outlined as follows:  
1. Based on a specified loop gain crossover frequency, fC, of 60 kHz, use Equation 42 to calculate RCOMP  
assuming an effective output capacitance of 100 µF. Choose a standard value for RCOMP of 10 kΩ.  
,
VOUT RS GCS  
5V 5mW10  
0.8V 1200S  
RCOMP = 2  
p
fC ∂  
COUT = 2  
p
60kHz ∂  
100F = 9.82kW  
VREF  
gm  
(42)  
2. To provide adequate phase boost at crossover while also allowing a fast settling time during a load or line  
transient, select CCOMP to place a zero at the higher of (1) one tenth of the crossover frequency, or (2) the  
load pole. Choose a standard value for CCOMP of 2.7 nF.  
10  
10  
CCOMP  
=
=
= 2.65 nF  
2
p
fC RCOMP  
2
p
60kHz 10 kW  
(43)  
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Such a low capacitance value also helps to avoid output voltage overshoot when recovering from dropout  
(when the input voltage is less than the output voltage setpoint and VCOMP is railed high).  
3. Calculate CHF to create a pole at the ESR zero and to attenuate high-frequency noise at COMP. CBW is the  
bandwidth-limiting capacitance of the error amplifier. CHF may not be significant enough to be necessary in  
some designs, like this one. CHF can be unpopulated, or used with a small 22 pF for more noise filtering.  
1
1
CHF  
=
- CBW  
=
- 31 pF = 0.8 pF  
2
p
fESR RCOMP  
2
p
500kHz 10 kW  
(44)  
Note  
Set a fast loop with high RCOMP and low CCOMP values to improve the response when recovering from  
operation in dropout.  
For technical solutions, industry trends, and insights for designing and managing power supplies, please refer to  
TI's technical articles.  
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9.2.1.3 Application Curves  
5-V output  
5-V output  
Figure 9-5. Efficiency vs IOUT  
Figure 9-6. Efficiency vs IOUT, Log Scale  
8-A resistive load  
No load  
Figure 9-7. Full load Switching  
Figure 9-8. PFM Switching  
VIN falls to 3.8 V  
5-A load  
VIN ramps from 12 V to 36 V  
5-A load  
Figure 9-10. Cold-Crank Response to VIN = 3.8 V  
Figure 9-9. Line Transient  
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VIN step to 12 V  
8-A resistive load  
VIN = 12 V  
8-A resistive load  
Figure 9-11. Start-Up Characteristic  
Figure 9-12. ENABLE ON and OFF Characteristic  
VIN = 12 V  
FPWM  
VIN = 12 V  
FPWM  
Figure 9-14. Load Transient, 4 A to 8 A  
Figure 9-13. Load Transient, 0 A to 8 A  
VIN = 12 V  
8-A resistive load  
VIN = 13.8 V  
150 kHz to 30 MHz  
7-A resistive load  
Figure 9-15. Bode Plot, 5-V Output  
Figure 9-16. CISPR 25 Class 5 Conducted EMI  
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9.2.2 Design 2 – High Efficiency 440-kHz Buck Regulator  
Figure 9-17 shows the schematic diagram of a single-output synchronous buck regulator with output voltage of  
5 V and a rated load current of 10 A. In this example, the target half-load and full-load efficiencies are 97%  
and 95%, respectively, based on a nominal input voltage of 12 V that ranges from 5.5 V to 36 V. The switching  
frequency is set at 440 kHz by resistor RRT. The 5-V output is connected to VCCX to reduce IC bias power  
dissipation and improve efficiency. An output voltage of 3.3 V is also feasible simply by connecting FB to VDDA  
(tie VCCX to GND in this case).  
LIN  
2.2 µH  
CIN  
4 10 µF  
VIN = 3.5 V...36 V  
CDAMP  
CF  
10  
F
120 F  
CVCC  
2.2  
F
VCC  
VIN  
EN  
CBOOT  
HO  
CBOOT  
0.1  
VDDA  
Q1  
F
VOUT = 5 V  
IOUT = 10 A  
RFB  
RS  
4 m  
LO  
FB  
24.9 k  
CCOMP  
2.2  
Q2  
H
SW  
CO  
4 47  
RCOMP  
4.22 k  
F
EXTCOMP  
LO  
LM25148-Q1  
15 nF  
PGND  
CHF  
150 pF  
ISNS+  
VOUT  
PGOOD  
Tie to VOUT  
or GND  
VCCX  
PFM/SYNC  
AGND  
Tie to VDDA  
or GND  
RT  
VDDA  
CNFG  
* VOUT tracks VIN if VIN < 5.2 V  
RT  
49.9 k  
CVDDA  
0.1  
RCNFG  
41.2 k  
F
Figure 9-17. Application Circuit 1 With LM25148-Q1 Buck Regulator at 440 kHz  
Note  
This and subsequent design examples are provided herein to showcase the LM25148-Q1 controller  
in several different applications. Depending on the source impedance of the input supply bus, an  
electrolytic capacitor can be required at the input to ensure stability, particularly at low input voltage  
and high output current operating conditions. See Power Supply Recommendations for more detail.  
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9.2.2.1 Design Requirements  
Table 9-4 shows the intended input, output, and performance parameters for this automotive design example.  
Table 9-4. Design Parameters  
DESIGN PARAMETER  
Input voltage range (steady-state)  
Min transient input voltage (cold crank)  
Max transient input voltage (load dump)  
Output voltage  
VALUE  
8 V to 36 V  
5.5 V  
40 V  
5 V  
Output current  
10 A  
Switching frequency  
440 kHz  
±1%  
Output voltage regulation  
Standby current, no-load  
Shutdown current  
12 µA  
2.2 µA  
2.8 ms  
Soft-start time  
The switching frequency is set at 440 kHz by resistor RRT. The selected buck regulator powertrain components  
are cited in Table 9-5, and many of the components are available from multiple vendors. The MOSFETs in  
particular are chosen for both lowest conduction and switching power loss, as discussed in detail in Section  
9.1.1.4.  
Table 9-5. List of Materials for Application Circuit 2  
REFERENCE  
DESIGNATOR  
QTY  
SPECIFICATION  
MANUFACTURER  
PART NUMBER  
AVX  
TDK  
12105C106K4Z2A  
C3225X7R1H106K250AC  
GRM32ER71H106KA12L  
GCM32ER70J476KE19L  
JMK325B7476KMHTR  
CGA6P1X7S1A476M250AC  
XGL6060-222MEC  
CIN  
4
10 µF, 50 V, X7R, 1210, ceramic, AEC-Q200  
Murata  
Murata  
47 µF, 6.3 V, X7R, 1210, ceramic, AEC-Q200  
CO  
4
1
Taiyo Yuden  
TDK  
47 µF, 10 V, X7S, 1210, ceramic, AEC-Q200  
2.2 μH, 4.3 mΩ, 12.5 A, 6.71 × 6.51 × 6.1 mm, AEC-Q200  
2.2 µH, 6.5 mΩ, 10 A, 10 × 11 × 3.8 mm, AEC-Q200  
40 V, 4.7 mΩ, 7 nC, SON 5 × 6, AEC-Q101  
Coilcraft  
Würth Electronik  
Infineon  
LO  
74437368022  
Q1, Q2  
RS  
2
1
1
IAUC60N04S6L039  
Shunt, 4 mΩ, 0508, 1 W, AEC-Q200  
Susumu  
KRL2012E-M-R004-F-T5  
LM25148QRGYRQ1  
U1  
LM25148-Q1 42-V buck controller, AEC-Q100  
Texas Instruments  
9.2.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure  
See Section 9.2.1.2.  
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9.2.2.3 Application Curves  
100  
95  
90  
85  
80  
75  
70  
100  
95  
90  
85  
80  
75  
70  
VIN = 8V  
VIN = 12V  
VIN = 18V  
VIN = 8V  
VIN = 12V  
VIN = 18V  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
0.001  
0.01  
0.1  
Load (A)  
1
10  
Load (A)  
5-V output  
5-V output  
Figure 9-18. Efficiency vs IOUT  
Figure 9-19. Efficiency vs IOUT, Log Scale  
VOUT 20mV/DIV  
VOUT 50mV/DIV  
SW 5V/DIV  
SW 5V/DIV  
100 ms/DIV  
1 µs/DIV  
No load  
10-A resistive load  
Figure 9-21. PFM Switching  
Figure 9-20. Full load Switching  
VIN 1 V/DIV  
VOUT 1 V/DIV  
VIN 10 V/DIV  
VOUT 50 mV/DIV  
IOUT 1 A/DIV  
PG 5 V/DIV  
IOUT 5A/DIV  
5 ms/DIV  
20 ms/DIV  
VIN ramps from 12 to 40 V  
5-A load  
VIN falls to 4 V  
1-A load  
Figure 9-22. Line Transient Response to VIN = 40 V  
Figure 9-23. Line Transient Response to VIN = 4 V  
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EN 2V/DIV  
VIN 2V/DIV  
VOUT 1V/DIV  
VOUT 1V/DIV  
IOUT 5A/DIV  
IOUT 5A/DIV  
1 ms/DIV  
1 ms/DIV  
VIN = 12 V  
10-A resistive load  
VIN step to 12 V  
10-A resistive load  
Figure 9-25. ENABLE ON and OFF Characteristic  
Figure 9-24. Start-Up Characteristic  
VOUT 500 mV/DIV  
VOUT 500 mV/DIV  
IOUT 5 A/DIV  
IOUT 5 A/DIV  
100 µs/DIV  
100 µs/DIV  
VIN = 12 V  
FPWM  
VIN = 12 V  
FPWM  
Figure 9-26. Load Transient, 0 A to 10 A  
Figure 9-27. Load Transient, 5 A to 10 A  
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10 Power Supply Recommendations  
The LM25148-Q1 buck controller is designed to operate from a wide input voltage range of 3.5 V to 42 V. The  
characteristics of the input supply must be compatible with the Absolute Maximum Ratings and Recommended  
Operating Conditions. In addition, the input supply must be capable of delivering the required input current to the  
fully-loaded regulator. Estimate the average input current with Equation 45.  
POUT  
I
=
IN  
V  
h
IN  
(45)  
where  
η is the efficiency  
If the regulator is connected to an input supply through long wires or PCB traces with a large impedance,  
take special care to achieve stable performance. The parasitic inductance and resistance of the input cables  
can have an adverse affect on converter operation. The parasitic inductance in combination with the low-ESR  
ceramic input capacitors form an underdamped resonant circuit. This circuit can cause overvoltage transients  
at VIN each time the input supply is cycled ON and OFF. The parasitic resistance causes the input voltage to  
dip during a load transient. The best way to solve such issues is to reduce the distance from the input supply  
to the regulator and use an aluminum or tantalum input capacitor in parallel with the ceramics. The moderate  
ESR of the electrolytic capacitors helps damp the input resonant circuit and reduce any voltage overshoots. A  
capacitance in the range of 10 µF to 47 µF is usually sufficient to provide parallel input damping and helps to  
hold the input voltage steady during large load transients.  
An EMI input filter is often used in front of the regulator that, unless carefully designed, can lead to instability  
as well as some of the effects mentioned above. The application report Simple Success with Conducted EMI  
for DC-DC Converters (SNVA489) provides helpful suggestions when designing an input filter for any switching  
regulator.  
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11 Layout  
11.1 Layout Guidelines  
Proper PCB design and layout is important in a high-current, fast-switching circuit (with high current and voltage  
slew rates) to achieve a robust and reliable design. As expected, certain issues must be considered before  
designing a PCB layout using the LM25148-Q1. The high-frequency power loop of a buck regulator power stage  
is denoted by loop 1 in the shaded area of Figure 11-1. The topological architecture of a buck regulator means  
that particularly high di/dt current flows in the components of loop 1, and it becomes mandatory to reduce the  
parasitic inductance of this loop by minimizing its effective loop area. Also important are the gate drive loops of  
the high-side and low-side MOSFETs, denoted by 2 and 3, respectively, in Figure 11-1.  
VIN  
CIN  
#1  
CBOOT  
High frequency  
power loop  
VCC  
CBOOT  
Q1  
HO  
High-side  
gate driver  
LO  
#2  
SW  
VOUT  
VCC  
CVCC  
COUT  
Q2  
LO  
Low-side  
gate driver  
#3  
PGND  
GND  
Figure 11-1. DC/DC Regulator Ground System With Power Stage and Gate Drive Circuit Switching Loops  
11.1.1 Power Stage Layout  
1. Input capacitors, output capacitors, and MOSFETs are the constituent components of the power stage of a  
buck regulator and are typically placed on the top side of the PCB (solder side). The benefits of convective  
heat transfer are maximized because of leveraging any system-level airflow. In a two-sided PCB layout,  
small-signal components are typically placed on the bottom side (component side). Insert at least one inner  
plane, connected to ground, to shield and isolate the small-signal traces from noisy power traces and lines.  
2. The DC/DC regulator has several high-current loops. Minimize the area of these loops in order to suppress  
generated switching noise and optimize switching performance.  
Loop 1: The most important loop area to minimize is the path from the input capacitor or capacitors  
through the high- and low-side MOSFETs, and back to the capacitor or capacitors through the ground  
connection. Connect the input capacitor or capacitors negative terminal close to the source of the low-  
side MOSFET (at ground). Similarly, connect the input capacitor or capacitors positive terminal close to  
the drain of the high-side MOSFET (at VIN). Refer to loop 1 of Figure 11-1.  
Another loop, not as critical as loop 1, is the path from the low-side MOSFET through the inductor and  
output capacitor or capacitors, and back to source of the low-side MOSFET through ground. Connect the  
source of the low-side MOSFET and negative terminal of the output capacitor or capacitors at ground as  
close as possible.  
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3. The PCB trace defined as SW node, which connects to the source of the high-side (control) MOSFET, the  
drain of the low-side (synchronous) MOSFET and the high-voltage side of the inductor, must be short and  
wide. However, the SW connection is a source of injected EMI and thus must not be too large.  
4. Follow any layout considerations of the MOSFETs as recommended by the MOSFET manufacturer,  
including pad geometry and solder paste stencil design.  
5. The SW pin connects to the switch node of the power conversion stage and acts as the return path for the  
high-side gate driver. The parasitic inductance inherent to loop 1 in Figure 11-1 and the output capacitance  
(COSS) of both power MOSFETs form a resonant circuit that induces high frequency (greater than 50 MHz)  
ringing at the SW node. The voltage peak of this ringing, if not controlled, can be significantly higher than  
the input voltage. Make sure that the peak ringing amplitude does not exceed the absolute maximum rating  
limit for the SW pin. In many cases, a series resistor and capacitor snubber network connected from the SW  
node to GND damps the ringing and decreases the peak amplitude. Provide provisions for snubber network  
components in the PCB layout. If testing reveals that the ringing amplitude at the SW pin is excessive, then  
include snubber components as needed.  
11.1.2 Gate-Drive Layout  
The LM5148 high-side and low-side gate drivers incorporate short propagation delays, adaptive dead-time  
control, and low-impedance output stages capable of delivering large peak currents with very fast rise and  
fall times to facilitate rapid turnon and turnoff transitions of the power MOSFETs. Very high di/dt can cause  
unacceptable ringing if the trace lengths and impedances are not well controlled.  
Minimization of stray or parasitic gate loop inductance is key to optimizing gate drive switching performance,  
whether it be series gate inductance that resonates with MOSFET gate capacitance or common source  
inductance (common to gate and power loops) that provides a negative feedback component opposing the  
gate drive command, thereby increasing MOSFET switching times. The following loops are important:  
Loop 2: high-side MOSFET, Q1. During the high-side MOSFET turnon, high current flows from the bootstrap  
(boot) capacitor through the gate driver and high-side MOSFET, and back to the negative terminal of the boot  
capacitor through the SW connection. Conversely, to turn off the high-side MOSFET, high current flows from  
the gate of the high-side MOSFET through the gate driver and SW, and back to the source of the high-side  
MOSFET through the SW trace. Refer to loop 2 of Figure 11-1.  
Loop 3: low-side MOSFET, Q2. During the low-side MOSFET turnon, high current flows from the VCC  
decoupling capacitor through the gate driver and low-side MOSFET, and back to the negative terminal of the  
capacitor through ground. Conversely, to turn off the low-side MOSFET, high current flows from the gate of  
the low-side MOSFET through the gate driver and GND, and back to the source of the low-side MOSFET  
through ground. Refer to loop 3 of Figure 11-1.  
TI strongly recommends following circuit layout guidelines when designing with high-speed MOSFET gate drive  
circuits.  
1. Connections from gate driver outputs, HO and LO, to the respective gates of the high-side or low-side  
MOSFETs must be as short as possible to reduce series parasitic inductance. Be aware that peak gate drive  
currents can be as high as 3.3 A. Use 0.65 mm (25 mils) or wider traces. Use via or vias, if necessary, of at  
least 0.5 mm (20 mils) diameter along these traces. Route HO and SW gate traces as a differential pair from  
the LM5148 to the high-side MOSFET, taking advantage of flux cancellation.  
2. Minimize the current loop path from the VCC and HB pins through their respective capacitors as these  
provide the high instantaneous current, up to 3.3 A, to charge the MOSFET gate capacitances. Specifically,  
locate the bootstrap capacitor, CBST, close to the CBOOT and SW pins of the LM5148 to minimize the area  
of loop 2 associated with the high-side driver. Similarly, locate the VCC capacitor, CVCC, close to the VCC  
and PGND pins of the LM5148 to minimize the area of loop 3 associated with the low-side driver.  
11.1.3 PWM Controller Layout  
With the proviso to locate the controller as close as possible to the power MOSFETs to minimize gate driver  
trace runs, the components related to the analog and feedback signals as well as current sensing are considered  
in the following:  
1. Separate power and signal traces, and use a ground plane to provide noise shielding.  
2. Place all sensitive analog traces and components related to COMP, FB, ISNS+, and RT away from high-  
voltage switching nodes such as SW, HO, LO, or CBOOT to avoid mutual coupling. Use internal layer or  
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layers as ground plane or planes. Pay particular attention to shielding the feedback (FB) and current sense  
(ISNS+ and VOUT) traces from power traces and components.  
3. Locate the upper and lower feedback resistors (if required) close to the FB pin, keeping the FB trace as short  
as possible. Route the trace from the upper feedback resistor to the required output voltage sense point at  
the load.  
4. Route the ISNS+ and VOUT sense traces as differential pairs to minimize noise pickup and use Kelvin  
connections to the applicable shunt resistor (if shunt current sensing is used) or to the sense capacitor (if  
inductor DCR current sensing is used).  
5. Minimize the loop area from the VCC and VIN pins through their respective decoupling capacitors to the  
PGND pin. Locate these capacitors as close as possible to the LM25148-Q1.  
11.1.4 Thermal Design and Layout  
The useful operating temperature range of a PWM controller with integrated gate drivers and bias supply LDO  
regulator is greatly affected by the following:  
Average gate drive current requirements of the power MOSFETs  
Switching frequency  
Operating input voltage (affecting bias regulator LDO voltage drop and hence its power dissipation)  
Thermal characteristics of the package and operating environment  
For a PWM controller to be useful over a particular temperature range, the package must allow for the  
efficient removal of the heat produced while keeping the junction temperature within rated limits. The LM5148  
controller is available in a small 4-mm × 4-mm 24-pin VQFN PowerPAD package to cover a range of application  
requirements. Section 11.1.4 summarizes the thermal metrics of this package.  
The 24-pin VQFN package offers a means of removing heat from the semiconductor die through the exposed  
thermal pad at the base of the package. While the exposed pad of the package is not directly connected to any  
leads of the package, it is thermally connected to the substrate of the LM5148 device (ground). This allows a  
significant improvement in heat sinking, and it becomes imperative that the PCB is designed with thermal lands,  
thermal vias, and a ground plane to complete the heat removal subsystem. The exposed pad of the LM5148 is  
soldered to the ground-connected copper land on the PCB directly underneath the device package, reducing the  
thermal resistance to a very low value.  
Numerous vias with a 0.3-mm diameter connected from the thermal land to the internal and solder-side ground  
plane or planes are vital to help dissipation. In a multi-layer PCB design, a solid ground plane is typically placed  
on the PCB layer below the power components. Not only does this provide a plane for the power stage currents  
to flow but it also represents a thermally conductive path away from the heat generating devices.  
The thermal characteristics of the MOSFETs also are significant. The drain pads of the high-side MOSFETs are  
normally connected to a VIN plane for heat sinking. The drain pads of the low-side MOSFETs are tied to the SW  
plane, but the SW plane area is purposely kept as small as possible to mitigate EMI concerns.  
11.1.5 Ground Plane Design  
As mentioned previously, TI recommends using one or more of the inner PCB layers as a solid ground plane. A  
ground plane offers shielding for sensitive circuits and traces and also provides a quiet reference potential for the  
control circuitry. In particular, a full ground plane on the layer directly underneath the power stage components  
is essential. Connect the source terminal of the low-side MOSFET and return terminals of the input and output  
capacitors to this ground plane. Connect the PGND and AGND pins of the controller at the DAP and then  
connect to the system ground plane using an array of vias under the DAP. The PGND nets contain noise at the  
switching frequency and can bounce because of load current variations. The power traces for PGND, VIN, and  
SW can be restricted to one side of the ground plane, for example on the top layer. The other side of the ground  
plane contains much less noise and is ideal for sensitive analog trace routes.  
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11.2 Layout Example  
Figure 11-2 shows a single-sided layout of a synchronous buck regulator with discrete power MOSFETs, Q1 and  
Q2, in SON 5-mm × 6-mm case size. The power stage is surrounded by a GND pad geometry to connect an  
EMI shield if needed. The design uses layer 2 of the PCB as a power-loop return path directly underneath the  
top layer to create a low-area switching power loop of approximately 2 mm². This loop area, and hence parasitic  
inductance, must be as small as possible to minimize EMI as well as switch-node voltage overshoot and ringing.  
The high-frequency power loop current flows through MOSFETs Q1 and Q2, through the power ground plane  
on layer 2, and back to VIN through the 0603 ceramic capacitors C15 through C18. The currents flowing in  
opposing directions in the vertical loop configuration provide field self-cancellation, reducing parasitic inductance.  
Figure 11-4 shows a side view to illustrate the concept of creating a low-profile, self-canceling loop in a multilayer  
PCB structure. The layer-2 GND plane layer, shown in Figure 11-3, provides a tightly-coupled current return path  
directly under the MOSFETs to the source terminals of Q2.  
Four 10-nF input capacitors with small 0402 or 0603 case size are placed in parallel very close to the drain  
of Q1. The low equivalent series inductance (ESL) and high self-resonant frequency (SRF) of the small  
footprint capacitors yield excellent high-frequency performance. The negative terminals of these capacitors are  
connected to the layer-2 GND plane with multiple 12-mil (0.3-mm) diameter vias, further minimizing parasitic  
loop inductance.  
Locate controller close  
to the power stage  
Place PGND vias close to the  
source of the low-side FET  
Output Caps  
PGND  
G
S
SW  
HO  
VOUT  
VIN  
GND  
Low-side  
FET  
Inductor  
SW  
LO  
VCC  
Input Caps  
VIN  
Shunt  
G S  
AGND  
High-side  
FET  
GND  
GND  
Optional shield  
GND connection  
Copper island  
connected to AGND pin  
Use paralleled 0603 input capacitors close to  
the FETs for VIN to PGND decoupling  
Figure 11-2. PCB Top Layer – High Density, Single-sided Design  
Additional guidelines to improve noise immunity and reduce EMI are as follows:  
Make the ground connections to the LM25148 controller as shown in Figure 11-2. Create a power  
ground directly connected to all high-power components and an analog ground plane for sensitive analog  
components. The analog ground plane for AGND and power ground plane for PGND must be connected at a  
single point directly under the IC – at the die attach pad (DAP).  
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Connect the MOSFETs (switch node) directly to the inductor terminal with short copper connections (without  
vias) as this net has high dv/dt and contributes to radiated EMI. The single-layer routing of the switch-node  
connection means that switch-node vias with high dv/dt do not appear on the bottom side of the PCB. This  
avoids e-field coupling to the reference ground plane during the EMI test. VIN and PGND plane copper  
pours shield the polygon connecting the MOSFETs to the inductor terminal, further reducing the radiated EMI  
signature.  
Place the EMI filter components on the bottom side of the PCB so that they are shielded from the power  
stage components on the top side.  
Figure 11-3. Layer 2 Full Ground Plane Directly Under the Power Components  
Tightly-coupled return path  
minimizes power loop impedance  
Cin1-4  
Q2  
Q1  
SW  
VIN  
GND  
GND  
L1  
L2  
0.15mm  
L3  
L4  
0.3mm  
vias  
Figure 11-4. PCB Stack-up Diagram With Low L1-L2 Intra-layer Spacing 1  
1
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12 Device and Documentation Support  
12.1 Device Support  
12.1.1 Development Support  
With an input operating voltage as low as 3.5 V and up to 100 V as specified in Table 12-1, the LM(2)514x-Q1  
family of automotive synchronous buck controllers from TI provides flexibility, scalability and optimized solution  
size for a range of applications. These controllers enable DC/DC solutions with high density, low EMI and  
increased flexibility. Available EMI mitigation features include dual-random spread spectrum (DRSS) or triangular  
spread spectrum (TRSS), split gate driver outputs for slew rate (SR) control, and integrated active EMI filtering  
(AEF). All controllers are rated for a maximum operating junction temperature of 150°C, have AEC-Q100 grade  
1 qualification, and are functional safety capable.  
Table 12-1. Automotive Synchronous Buck DC/DC Controller Family  
DC/DC  
CONTROLLER  
SINGLE or  
DUAL  
GATE DRIVE  
VOLTAGE  
VIN RANGE  
CONTROL METHOD  
SYNC OUTPUT  
EMI MITIGATION  
LM25148-Q1  
LM25149-Q1  
LM25141-Q1  
LM5141-Q1  
LM5143-Q1  
LM5145-Q1  
LM5146-Q1  
Single  
Single  
Single  
Single  
Dual  
3.5 V to 42 V  
3.5 V to 42 V  
3.8 V to 42 V  
3.8 V to 65 V  
3.5 V to 65 V  
5.5 V to 75 V  
5.5 V to 100 V  
Peak current mode  
Peak current mode  
Peak current mode  
Peak current mode  
Peak current mode  
Voltage mode  
5 V  
180° phase shift  
180° phase shift  
N/A  
DRSS  
5 V  
AEF, DRSS  
SR control, TRSS  
SR control, TRSS  
SR control, TRSS  
N/A  
5 V  
5 V  
N/A  
5 V  
90° phase shift  
180° phase shift  
180° phase shift  
Single  
Single  
7.5 V  
7.5 V  
Voltage mode  
N/A  
For development support see the following:  
For TI's reference design library, visit TI Designs  
For TI's WEBENCH Design Environment, visit the WEBENCH® Design Center  
TI Designs:  
ADAS 8-Channel Sensor Fusion Hub Reference Design with Two 4-Gbps Quad Deserializers  
Automotive EMI and Thermally Optimized Synchronous Buck Converter Reference Design  
Automotive High Current, Wide VIN Synchronous Buck Controller Reference Design Featuring LM5141-  
Q1  
25W Automotive Start-Stop Reference Design Operating at 2.2 MHz  
Synchronous Buck Converter for Automotive Cluster Reference Design  
137W Holdup Converter for Storage Server Reference Design  
Automotive Synchronous Buck With 3.3V @ 12.0A Reference Design  
Automotive Synchronous Buck Reference Design  
Wide Input Synchronous Buck Converter Reference Design With Frequency Spread Spectrum  
Automotive Wide VIN Front-end Reference Design for Digital Cockpit Processing Units  
Technical Articles:  
High-Density PCB Layout of DC/DC Converters  
Synchronous Buck Controller Solutions Support Wide VIN Performance and Flexibility  
How to Use Slew Rate for EMI Control  
To view a related device of this product, see the LM5141-Q1  
12.1.1.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools  
Click here to create a custom design using the LM25148-Q1 device with the WEBENCH® Power Designer.  
1. Start by entering the input voltage (VIN), output voltage (VOUT), and output current (IOUT) requirements.  
2. Optimize the design for key parameters such as efficiency, footprint, and cost using the optimizer dial.  
3. Compare the generated design with other possible solutions from Texas Instruments.  
The WEBENCH Power Designer gives a customized schematic along with a list of materials with real-time  
pricing and component availability.  
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In most cases, these actions are available:  
Run electrical simulations to see important waveforms and circuit performance  
Run thermal simulations to understand board thermal performance  
Export customized schematic and layout into popular CAD formats  
Print PDF reports for the design, and share the design with colleagues  
Get more information about WEBENCH tools at www.ti.com/WEBENCH.  
12.2 Documentation Support  
12.2.1 Related Documentation  
For related documentation see the following:  
User's Guides:  
LM25149-Q1 Synchronous Buck Controller High Density EVM  
LM5141-Q1 Synchronous Buck Controller EVM  
LM5143-Q1 Synchronous Buck Controller EVM  
LM5146-Q1 EVM User's Guide  
LM5145 EVM User's Guide  
Application Reports:  
Improve High-current DC/DC Regulator Performance for Free with Optimized Power Stage Layout  
Application Report  
AN-2162 Simple Success with Conducted EMI from DC-DC Converters  
Maintaining Output Voltage Regulation During Automotive Cold-Crank with LM5140-Q1 Dual Synchronous  
Buck Controller  
Technical Briefs:  
Reduce Buck Converter EMI and Voltage Stress by Minimizing Inductive Parasitics  
White Papers:  
An Overview of Conducted EMI Specifications for Power Supplies  
An Overview of Radiated EMI Specifications for Power Supplies  
Valuing Wide VIN, Low EMI Synchronous Buck Circuits for Cost-driven, Demanding Applications  
12.2.1.1 PCB Layout Resources  
Application Reports:  
Improve High-current DC/DC Regulator Performance for Free with Optimized Power Stage Layout  
AN-1149 Layout Guidelines for Switching Power Supplies  
AN-1229 Simple Switcher PCB Layout Guidelines  
Low Radiated EMI Layout Made SIMPLE with LM4360x and LM4600x  
Seminars:  
Constructing Your Power Supply – Layout Considerations  
12.2.1.2 Thermal Design Resources  
Application Reports:  
AN-2020 Thermal Design by Insight, Not Hindsight  
AN-1520 A Guide to Board Layout for Best Thermal Resistance for Exposed Pad Packages  
Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics  
Thermal Design Made Simple with LM43603 and LM43602  
PowerPADThermally Enhanced Package  
PowerPAD Made Easy  
Using New Thermal Metrics  
12.3 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates  
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This integrated circuit can be damaged by ESD. Texas Instruments recommends that all integrated circuits be handled  
with appropriate precautions. Failure to observe proper handling and installation procedures can cause damage.  
ESD damage can range from subtle performance degradation to complete device failure. Precision integrated circuits may  
be more susceptible to damage because very small parametric changes could cause the device not to meet its published  
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PACKAGE OPTION ADDENDUM  
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PACKAGING INFORMATION  
Orderable Device  
Status Package Type Package Pins Package  
Eco Plan  
Lead finish/  
Ball material  
MSL Peak Temp  
Op Temp (°C)  
Device Marking  
Samples  
Drawing  
Qty  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4/5)  
(6)  
PLM25148QRGYRQ1  
ACTIVE  
VQFN  
RGY  
24  
3000  
Non-RoHS &  
Non-Green  
Call TI  
Call TI  
-40 to 150  
(1) The marketing status values are defined as follows:  
ACTIVE: Product device recommended for new designs.  
LIFEBUY: TI has announced that the device will be discontinued, and a lifetime-buy period is in effect.  
NRND: Not recommended for new designs. Device is in production to support existing customers, but TI does not recommend using this part in a new design.  
PREVIEW: Device has been announced but is not in production. Samples may or may not be available.  
OBSOLETE: TI has discontinued the production of the device.  
(2) RoHS: TI defines "RoHS" to mean semiconductor products that are compliant with the current EU RoHS requirements for all 10 RoHS substances, including the requirement that RoHS substance  
do not exceed 0.1% by weight in homogeneous materials. Where designed to be soldered at high temperatures, "RoHS" products are suitable for use in specified lead-free processes. TI may  
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RoHS Exempt: TI defines "RoHS Exempt" to mean products that contain lead but are compliant with EU RoHS pursuant to a specific EU RoHS exemption.  
Green: TI defines "Green" to mean the content of Chlorine (Cl) and Bromine (Br) based flame retardants meet JS709B low halogen requirements of <=1000ppm threshold. Antimony trioxide based  
flame retardants must also meet the <=1000ppm threshold requirement.  
(3) MSL, Peak Temp. - The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating according to the JEDEC industry standard classifications, and peak solder temperature.  
(4) There may be additional marking, which relates to the logo, the lot trace code information, or the environmental category on the device.  
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(6)  
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GENERIC PACKAGE VIEW  
RGY 24  
5.5 x 3.5 mm, 0.5 mm pitch  
VQFN - 1 mm max height  
PLASTIC QUAD FLATPACK - NO LEAD  
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