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PAM2803
3W HIGH POWER WHITE LED DRIVER
Description
Pin Assignments
The PAM2803 is a step-up DC-DC converter that delivers a regulated
output current. The device switches at a 1.0MHz constant frequency,
allowing for the use of small value external inductor and ceramic
capacitors.
The PAM2803 is targeted to be used for driving loads up to 1A from a
two-cell alkaline battery. The LED current can be programmed by the
external current sense resistor, RS, connected between the feedback
pin (FB) and ground. A low 95mV feedback voltage reduces the
power loss in the Rs for better efficiency. With its internal 2A, 100mΩ
NMOS switch, the device can provide high efficiency even at heavy
load. During the shutdown mode, the feedback resistor RS and the
load are completely disconnected and the current consumption is
reduced to less than 1µA.
The PAM2803 is available in the 6-lead SOT23-6 package.
Features
Applications
White LED Torch (Flashlight)
White LED Camera Flash
DSC (Digital Still Camera) Flash
Cellular Camera Phone Flash
PDA Camera Flash
Camcorder Torch (Flashlight) Lamp
LED Power Efficiency: up to 90%
Current Accuracy: 5%(VIN = 3.6V to 1.8V @VF = 3.7V)
Low Start-Up Voltage: 0.9V (ILED = 270mA)
Low Hold Voltage: 0.75 (ILED = 200mA)
1MHz Switching Frequency
Uses Small, Low Profile External Components
Low RDS(ON): 100mΩ (typ)
Over Temperature Protection
Low Profile SOT23-6 Package
Pb-Free Package
Typical Applications Circuit
ILED = 750mA, RS = 0.127Ω
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Pin Description
Pin
Number
Pin
Name
Function
1
2
3
4
FB
Feedback
SHDN
Shut Down
5
6
VOUT
VIN
Output
Input
SW
Switch
GND
Ground
Block Diagram
Absolute Maximum Ratings (@TA = +25°C, unless otherwise specified.)
These are stress ratings only and functional operation is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for prolonged time periods may
affect device reliability. All voltages are with respect to ground.
Parameter
Input Pin Voltage
SW Pin Voltage
SHDN, FB Pin Voltage
Operating Temperature Range
Storage Temperature Range
Lead Temperature (Soldering, 5 sec)
Rating
-0.3 to +6
-0.3 to +6
-0.3 to +6
-40 to +85
-65 to +125
300
Unit
V
°C
Recommended Operating Conditions (@TA = +25°C, unless otherwise specified.)
Parameter
Rating
Junction Temperature
-40 to +125
Ambient Temperature
-40 to +85
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Thermal Information
Symbol
Package
Max
Thermal Resistance (Junction to Case)
Parameter
θJC
SOT23-6
130
Thermal Resistance (Junction to Ambient)
θJA
SOT23-6
250
Internal Power Dissipation
PD
SOT23-6
400
Unit
°C/W
mW
Electrical Characteristics
(@TA = +25°C, VIN = 2.4V, ILED = 750mA, VSHDN = VIN, L = 2.2µH, CIN = 10µF, CO = 10µF, unless otherwise specified.)
Parameter
Input Voltage Range
Feedback Voltage
Symbol
Test Conditions
VIN
VFB
Min
Typ
Max
Units
VF-0.2
(Note 1)
V
90
95
100
mV
0.9
V
0.75
V
0.85
1.0
1.15
MHz
V
0.9
Start-Up Voltage
VSTART
VIN: 0V – 3V, ILED = 370mA
Hold Voltage
VHOLD
VIN: 3V – 0V, ILED: 750mA – 200mA
Oscillator Frequency
FOSC
SHDN Input High
VSH
VIN = 1.8V
1.0
SHDN Input Low
VSL
VIN = 1.8V
0.4
V
Over Temperature Shutdown
OTS
150
°C
OTH
15
°C
IO(MAX)
750
mA
1
3
mA
1
µA
0.1
Ω
Over Temperature Hysteresis
Maximum Output Current Range
Quiescent Current
Shutdown Current
Switch On Resistance
Current Limit
Efficiency
Note:
IQ
ILED = 0mA, VO = 3.4V,
Device Switching @ 1MHz
ISD
Shutdown Mode
RDS(ON)
VO = 3.4V
ILIM
VO = 3.4V
2
A
ILED = 750mA
90
%
η
1. VF – LED forward voltage.
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Typical Performance Characteristics (@TA = +25°C, L = 2.2µF, CIN = 10µF, CO = 10µF, unless otherwise specified.)
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Typical Performance Characteristics (cont.) @TA = +25°C, L = 2.2µF, CIN = 10µF, CO = 10µF, unless otherwise specified.)
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Application Information
Inductor Selection
The PAM2803 can use small value inductors due to its switching frequency of 1MHz. The value of inductor will focus in the range of 2.2µH to
4.7µH for most PAM2803 applications. In typical high current white LED applications, it is recommended to use a 4.7µH inductor. The inductor
should have low DCR (DC resistance) to minimize the I2R power loss, and it requires a current rating of 2A to handle the peak inductor current
without saturating.
Capacitor Selection
An input capacitor is required to reduce the input ripple and noise for proper operation of the PAM2803. For good input decoupling, Low ESR
(equivalent series resistance) capacitors should be used at the input. At least 2.2µF input capacitor is recommended for most applications.
A minimum output capacitor value of 6.8µF is recommended under normal operating conditions, while a 10µF-22µF capacitor may be required
for higher power LED current. A reasonable value of the output capaci tor depends on the LED current. The ESR of the output capacitor is the
important parameter to determine the output voltage ripple of the converter, so low ESR capacitors should be used at the output to reduce the
output voltage ripple. The small size of ceramic capacitors is an excellent choice for PAM2803 applications. The X5R and X7R types are
preferred because they maintain capacitance over wide voltage and temperature ranges.
Diode Selection
It's indispensable to use a Schottky diode rated at 2A with the PAM2803. Using a Schottky diode with a lower forward voltage drop is better to
improve the power LED efficiency, and its voltage rating should be greater than the output voltage. In application, the ON Semi conductor
MBRA210LT3G is recommended.
LED Current Setting
The LED current is set by the single external RS resistor connected to the FB pin as shown in the typical application circuit on Page 1. The typical
FB reference is internally regulated to 95mV. The LED current is 95mV/RS. It's recommended to use a 1% or better precision resistor for the
better LED current accuracy. The formula and table 1 for RS selection are shown as follows:
RS 95mV / ILED
Table 1. RS Resistor Value Selection
Standard Value (Ω)
ILED(mA)
0.18
0.15
0.12
0.10
528
633
792
950
PCB Layout Guidelines
As for all switching power supplies, the layout and components placement of the PAM2803 is an important step in the design; especially at high
peak currents and high switching frequencies.
The input capacitor and output capacitor should be placed respectively as close as possible to the input pin and output pin of the IC; the inductor
and schottky diode should be placed as close as possible to the switch pin by using wide and short traces for the main current path; the current
sense resistor should be placed as close as possible between the ground pin and feedback pin.
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Ordering Information
PAM2803 X X X X
Pin Configuration
A Type:
1. SW
2. GND
3. FB
4. SHDN
5. VOUT
6. VIN
Part Number
PAM2803AAF095
Package Type
Number of Pins
A: SOT23-6
F: 6
Marking
Refer to Marking
Information Below
FB Voltage
095: 95mV
Package Type
Standard Package
SOT23-6
3,000 Units/Tape&Reel
Marking Information
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Package Outline Dimensions (All dimensions in mm.)
SOT23-6
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