MCP1643
1 MHz Low Start-up Voltage Synchronous Boost
LED Constant Current Regulator
Features
Description
• 1.6A Typical Peak Input Current Limit
• Up to 550 mA LED Load Current
• Low Start-up Voltage: 0.65V (typical, 25 mA LED
Current)
• Low Operating Input Voltage: down to 0.5V
• Maximum Input Voltage < VLED < 5.0V
• Maximum Output Voltage:
- 5.0V
- Overvoltage Protection
• Low Reference Voltage:
- VFB = 120 mV
- Minimal Power Loss on Sense Resistor
• Pulse-Width Modulation Mode Operation (1 MHz)
• Internal Synchronous Rectifier
• Internal Compensation
• Inrush Current Limiting
• Internal Soft-Start (240 µs typical)
• Shutdown (EN = GND):
- True Load Disconnect
- Dimming Control by Variable Duty Cycle
• Shutdown Current: 1.2 µA (typical)
• Overtemperature protection
• Packages:
- MSOP-8
- 2x3 DFN-8
MCP1643 is a compact, high-efficiency, fixed
frequency, synchronous step-up converter optimized to
drive one LED with constant current, that operates from
one and two-cell alkaline and NiMH/NiCd batteries.
The device can also drive two red/green/yellow series
connection LEDs.
Applications
• One and Two Cell Alkaline and NiMH/NiCd
Portable LED Lighting Products
• LED Flashlight and Head Lamps
• Rechargeable Flashlights
• Wall LED Lamps with Motion Detectors
• LED supply for backlights
• General LED constant current applications
Low-voltage technology allows the regulator to start up
without high-output voltage and load-current overshoot
from a low 0.65V input. High efficiency is accomplished
by integrating the low resistance N-Channel Boost
switch and synchronous P-Channel switch. All
compensation and protection circuitry are integrated to
minimize external components.
The internal feedback (VFB) voltage is set to 120 mV for
low power dissipation when sensing and regulating
LED current. A single resistor sets the constant current
output that drives the LED load.
The device features an output overvoltage protection
that limits the output voltage to 5.0V typical, in case the
LED fails or output load is disconnected.
The LED will either be turned OFF or turned ON using
the enable input. A True Output Load Disconnect mode
provides input-to-output isolation while Shutdown
(EN = GND) by removing the normal boost regulator
diode path from input to output. Shutdown state
consumes 1.2 µA from input at room temperature.
The LED can be turned on and off with a variable duty
cycle pulse-width modulation (PWM) signal applied to
the EN pin for dimming applications.
The device also features a thermal shutdown at
+150°C, with +25°C hysteresis.
Two package options, MSOP-8 and 2x3 DFN-8, are
available.
Package Types
MCP1643
MSOP-8
EN 1
VFB 2
NC 3
VOUT 4
MCP1643
2x3 DFN*
8 VIN
EN 1
7 SGND VFB 2
NC 3
6 PGND
VOUT 4
5 SW
8 VIN
EP
9
7 SGND
6 PGND
5 SW
* Includes Exposed Thermal Pad (EP), see Table 3-1.
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DS20005208A-page 1
MCP1643
Typical Applications
L1
4.7 µH
I
CIN
4.7...10 µF
LED
ILED = 25 mA
SW
VOUT
VIN
0.12V
= ----------------R SET
LED
COUT
4.7 µF
MCP1643
ALKALINE
+
VFB
EN
-
RSET
4.7
GND
ON
L1
4.7 µH
OFF
CIN
4.7...10 µF
SW
VOUT
VIN
REN
1 M
NIMH 1.2V
+
WHITE LED
ILED = 360 mA
COUT
20 µF
MCP1643
VFB
EN
-
RSET
0.33
GND
ON/OFF
NIMH 1.2V
+
-
RSET Minimum and Maximum Limits for ILED in Regulation, with ±6% Tolerance
10
1000
ILED MAX
ILED MAX
1
100
RSET for ILED MAX
ILED MIN
ILED
MIN
WHITE LED
TA = +25oC
0.1
0.6
0.9
1.2
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.4
2.7
LED Current (mA)
RSET (Ω)
RSET for ILED MIN
10
3
Input Voltage (V)
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MCP1643
1.0
ELECTRICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
† Notice: Stresses above those listed under “Maximum
Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device.
This is a stress rating only and functional operation of
the device at those or any other conditions above those
indicated in the operational sections of this
specification is not intended. Exposure to maximum
rating conditions for extended periods may affect
device reliability.
Absolute Maximum Ratings †
EN, FB, VIN, VSW, VOUT - GND ........................... +6.5V
EN, FB ......... < maximum VOUT or VIN > (GND – 0.3V)
Output Short Circuit Current....................... Continuous
Power Dissipation ............................ Internally Limited
Storage Temperature ......................... -65°C to +150°C
Ambient Temp. with Power Applied...... -40°C to +85°C
Operating Junction Temperature........ -40°C to +125°C
ESD Protection On All Pins:
HBM .............................................................. 4 kV
MM................................................................ 300V
DC CHARACTERISTICS
Electrical Characteristics: Unless otherwise indicated, VIN = EN = 1.2V, COUT = 20 µF, CIN = 10 µF, L = 4.7 µH,
ILED = 25 mA, TA = +25°C. Boldface specifications apply over the TA range of -40°C to +85°C.
Parameters
Sym
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Conditions
Minimum Input Voltage
After Start-Up
VIN
—
0.5
—
V
Note 1, Note 3
Start-Up Voltage
VIN
—
0.65
0.8
V
Note 2, Note 1
Output Overvoltage
Protection
VOUT_OVP
—
5.0
—
V
Note 3
Shutdown
Quiescent Current
IQSHDN
—
1.2
—
µA
EN = GND;
includes N-Channel and
P-Channel Switch Leakage
Feedback Voltage
VFB
105
120
135
mV
Feedback Input
Bias Current
IVFB
—
60
—
pA
NMOS Switch Leakage
INLK
—
0.4
—
µA
VIN = VSW = 4.0V
VOUT = 4.5V
VEN = VFB = GND
PMOS Switch Leakage
IPLK
—
0.25
—
µA
VIN = VSW = GND;
VOUT = 4.5V
NMOS Switch
ON Resistance
RDS(ON)N
—
0.2
—
ILED = 250 mA, Note 3
PMOS Switch
ON Resistance
RDS(ON)P
—
0.4
—
ILED = 250 mA, Note 3
NMOS Peak
Switch Current Limit
IN(MAX)
—
1.6
—
A
Note 3
Maximum Duty Cycle
DCMAX
—
90
—
%
Note 3
Minimum Duty Cycle
DCMIN
—
5
—
%
Note 3
Switching Frequency
fSW
0.85
1.0
1.15
EN Input Logic High
VIH
75
—
—
EN Input Logic Low
VIL
—
—
20
Input Characteristics
Note 1:
2:
3:
MHz
%of VIN ILED= 25 mA
%of VIN ILED = 25 mA
For VIN < VOUT, ILED remains in regulation up to VIN = VLED minus a headroom @ LED typical VF and IF.
VOUT completely discharged. If the output capacitor remains partially charged, the device will start-up at
the minimum possible voltage.
Determined by characterization, not production tested.
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MCP1643
DC CHARACTERISTICS (CONTINUED)
Electrical Characteristics: Unless otherwise indicated, VIN = EN = 1.2V, COUT = 20 µF, CIN = 10 µF, L = 4.7 µH,
ILED = 25 mA, TA = +25°C. Boldface specifications apply over the TA range of -40°C to +85°C.
Parameters
Sym
Min
Typ
Max
Units
EN Input Leakage Current
IENLK
—
0.9
—
µA
VEN = 1.2V
tSS
—
240
—
µs
EN Low-to-High,
90% of VOUT;
ILED = 25 mA, Note 3
—
270
—
µs
EN Low-to-High,
90% of VOUT;
ILED = 300 mA, Note 3
TSD
—
150
—
C
ILED= 25 mA
TSDHYS
—
25
—
C
Soft Start Time
Thermal Shutdown
Die Temperature
Die Temperature
Hysteresis
Note 1:
2:
3:
Conditions
For VIN < VOUT, ILED remains in regulation up to VIN = VLED minus a headroom @ LED typical VF and IF.
VOUT completely discharged. If the output capacitor remains partially charged, the device will start-up at
the minimum possible voltage.
Determined by characterization, not production tested.
TEMPERATURE SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Characteristics: Unless otherwise indicated, VIN = EN = 1.2V, COUT = 20 µF, CIN = 10 µF, L = 4.7 µH,
ILED = 25 mA, TA = +25°C. Boldface specifications apply over the TA range of -40°C to +85°C.
Parameters
Sym
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Conditions
Temperature Ranges
Operating Ambient Temperature Range
TA
-40
—
+85
°C
Storage Temperature Range
TA
-65
—
+150
°C
Maximum Junction Temperature
TJ
—
—
+150
°C
Thermal Resistance, 8L-2x3 DFN
JA
—
68
—
°C/W
Thermal Resistance, 8L-MSOP
JA
—
211
—
°C/W
Steady State
Transient
Package Thermal Resistances
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MCP1643
2.0
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CURVES
Note:
The graphs and tables provided following this note are a statistical summary based on a limited number of
samples and are provided for informational purposes only. The performance characteristics listed herein
are not tested or guaranteed. In some graphs or tables, the data presented may be outside the specified
operating range (e.g., outside specified power supply range) and therefore outside the warranted range.
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, VIN = EN = 1.2V, COUT = 20 µF, CIN = 10 µF, L = 4.7 µH, ILED = 25 mA, TA = +25°C,
MSOP-8 package.
LED Current (mA)
450
100
LED VF = 3.5V @ IF = 700 mA
95
RSET = 0.25ȍ
400
Efficiency (%)
500
350
RSET = 0.41ȍ
300
250
200
RSET = 0.82ȍ
150
100
50
0.9
FIGURE 2-1:
RSET = 5ȍ
65
1.2
1.5
1.8
Input Voltage (V)
2.1
2.4
One White LED ILED vs. VIN.
10
FIGURE 2-4:
vs. ILED.
100
ILED (mA)
1000
One White LED Efficiency
100
LED VF = 2.5V @ IF = 350 mA
95
200
175
Efficiency (%)
LED Current (mA)
VIN = 1.8V
VIN = 1.2V
75
70
RSET = 0.82ȍ
150
125
RSET = 1.2ȍ
100
75
50
RSET = 5ȍ
25
90
VIN = 2.4V
VIN = 1.8V
85
VIN = 1.2V
80
75
0
70
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
1
1.1 1.2
Input Voltage (V)
1.3
1.4
1.5
One Red LED ILED vs. VIN.
FIGURE 2-2:
10
FIGURE 2-5:
ILED.
350
100
ILED (mA)
1000
One Red LED Efficiency vs.
100
LED VF = 2.5V @ IF = 350 mA
300
95
RSET = 0.41ȍ
90
Efficiency (%)
LEDs Current (mA)
80
60
0.6
225
VIN = 2.4V
85
RSET = 1.2ȍ
0
250
90
250
200
RSET = 0.82ȍ
150
RSET = 1.2ȍ
100
VIN = 3.6V
85
80
75
VIN = 2.4V
VIN = 3.0V
70
65
60
50
RSET = 5ȍ
55
0
50
0.6
0.9
1.2
1.5
1.8
Input Voltage (V)
2.1
2.4
FIGURE 2-3:
Two Series Connection Red
LEDs ILED vs. VIN.
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10
100
ILED (mA)
1000
FIGURE 2-6:
Two Red LEDs Efficiency (in
Series Connection) vs. ILED.
DS20005208A-page 5
MCP1643
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, VIN = EN = 1.2V, COUT = 20 µF, CIN = 10 µF, L = 4.7 µH, ILED = 25 mA, TA = +25°C,
MSOP-8 package.
700
350
TA = +85oC
VIN = 1.5V
250
200
RSET = 0.82ȍ
150
RSET = 1.2ȍ
100
50
400
TA = 0oC
300
200
0
-40
-25
-10
5
20
35
50
65
Ambient Temperature (°C)
FIGURE 2-7:
Temperature.
0.6
80
One White ILED vs. Ambient
150
0.9
1.2
1.5 1.8 2.1
Input Voltage (V)
2.4
2.7
3
Maximum ILED vs. VIN.
FIGURE 2-10:
1010
VIN = 1.5V
RSET = 0.82ȍ
125
Switching Frequency (kHz)
LED Current (mA)
500
100
RSET = 5ȍ
0
1005
100
1000
75
50
fEN = 400 Hz
fEN = 1 kHz
25
0
995
990
985
ILED = 100 mA
980
0
10
20
30 40 50 60
Duty Cycle (%)
FIGURE 2-8:
70
80
90 100
ILED vs. VEN Duty Cycle.
-40
-25
-10
5
20
35
50
65
Ambient Temperature (°C)
FIGURE 2-11:
Temperature.
40
80
fSW vs. Ambient
123
RSET = 1.2ȍ
(ILED = 100 mA)
122
Feadback Voltage (mV)
39
Duty Cycle (%)
TA = +25oC
600
RSET = 0.41ȍ
LED Current (mA)
LED Current (mA)
300
38
37
36
35
121
120
119
118
ILED = 100 mA
117
34
-40
-25
-10
5
20
35
50
65
Ambient Temperature (°C)
FIGURE 2-9:
Temperature.
DS20005208A-page 6
80
Duty Cycle vs. Ambient
-40
-25
FIGURE 2-12:
Temperature.
-10
5
20
35
50
65
Ambient Temperature (°C)
80
VFB vs. Ambient
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Note: Unless otherwise indicated, VIN = EN = 1.2V, COUT = 20 µF, CIN = 10 µF, L = 4.7 µH, ILED = 25 mA, TA = +25°C,
MSOP-8 package.
ILED
20 mA/div
ILED
20 mA/div
VIN
1 V/div
VIN
1 V/div
VEN
80 us/div
FIGURE 2-13:
Start-up After Enable.
IL
500 mA/div
80 us/div
FIGURE 2-16:
Start-up when VIN = VEN.
VOUT
20 mV/div, AC Coupled
ILED
50 mA/div
VSW
1 V/div
VSW 1 V/div
ILED
100 mA/div
VEN
1 V/div
400 us/div
1 us/div
FIGURE 2-14:
100 mA PWM Operation.
ILED
50 mA/div
FIGURE 2-17:
15% Duty Cycle.
400 Hz PWM Dimming,
VOUT
5V
2 V/div
VSW
1 V/div
2V
Step from ILED = 100 mA to Open Load
ILED
100 mA/div
VSW
2 V/div
VEN
1 V/div
FIGURE 2-15:
85% Duty Cycle.
10 ms/div
400 us/div
400 Hz PWM Dimming,
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FIGURE 2-18:
Open Load Response.
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NOTES:
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MCP1643
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PIN DESCRIPTIONS
The descriptions of the pins are listed in Table 3-1.
TABLE 3-1:
PIN FUNCTION TABLE
MCP1643
2 x 3 DFN
MCP1643
MSOP
Symbol
1
1
EN
Enable pin. The logic high enables the operation. Do not allow this pin to
float.
2
2
VFB
Reference Voltage pin. Connect to the VFB pin, the RSET (LED current set
resistor), and the cathode of the LED load.
3
3
NC
Unconnected pin
4
4
VOUT
5
5
SW
6
6
PGND
Power Ground Reference pin
7
7
SGND
Signal Ground Reference pin
8
8
VIN
Input Supply Voltage pin. A local bypass capacitor is required.
9
—
EP
Exposed Thermal Pad, must be connected to VSS
3.1
Description
Boost Converter Output pin. Connect to this pin the anode of the LED load.
An output filter capacitor is required.
Boost and Rectifier Switch Input pin. Connect the boost inductor between
SW and VIN.
Enable Pin (EN)
The EN pin is a logic-level input used to enable or
disable device switching. Device has low quiescent
current while disabled. A logic high (>75% of VIN) will
enable the regulator output. A logic low (