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LM2990 Negative Low-Dropout Regulator
1 Features
3 Description
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The LM2990 is a three-terminal, low-dropout, 1-A
negative voltage regulator available with fixed output
voltages of −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V, and −15 V.
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Input Voltage: –26 V to –6 V
Fixed Output Voltages: −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V, and
−15 V
5% Output Accuracy over Entire Operating Range
Output Current in Excess of 1 A
Dropout Voltage Typically 0.6 V at 1-A Load
Low Quiescent Current
Internal Short-Circuit Current Limit
Internal Thermal Shutdown with Hysteresis
Functional Complement to the LM2940 Series
2 Applications
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Post Switcher Regulator
Local, On-Card Regulation
Battery Operated Equipment
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Typical Application
The LM2990 uses circuit design techniques to
provide low-dropout and low-quiescent current. The
dropout voltage at 1-A load current is typically 0.6 V
and an ensured worst-case maximum of 1 V over the
entire operating temperature range. The quiescent
current is typically 1 mA with 1-A load current and an
input-output voltage differential greater than 3 V. A
unique circuit design of the internal bias supply limits
the quiescent current to only 9 mA (typical) when the
regulator is in the dropout mode (VOUT − VIN ≤ 3 V).
Output voltage accuracy is ensured to ±5% over load
and temperature extremes.
The LM2990 also implements short-circuit proof, and
thermal shutdown includes hysteresis to enhance the
reliability of the device when overloaded for an
extended period of time.
All these features make the LM2990 an ideal
negative power supply suited for dual supply
systems. The device may also be used as fixed or
adjustable current sink load.
The LM2990 is available in two 3-pin packages and is
rated for operation over the junction temperature
range of −40°C to 125°C.
Device Information(1)
* and **: Required for stability. Must be at
least a 10-μF aluminum electrolytic or a 1μF solid tantalum to maintain stability. May
be increased without bound to maintain
regulation during transients. Locate the
capacitor as close as possible to the
regulator. The equivalent series resistance
(ESR) is critical, and should be less than
10 Ω over the same operating temperature
range as the regulator.
PART NUMBER
LM2990
PACKAGE
BODY SIZE (NOM)
DDPAK/TO-263 (3)
10.20 mm x 9.00 mm
TO-220 (3)
14.99 mm x 10.16 mm
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the datasheet.
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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. PRODUCTION DATA.
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Table of Contents
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Features ..................................................................
Applications ...........................................................
Description .............................................................
Revision History.....................................................
Pin Configuration and Functions .........................
Specifications.........................................................
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6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
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Absolute Maximum Ratings ......................................
ESD Ratings..............................................................
Recommended Operating Conditions.......................
Thermal Information ..................................................
Electrical Characteristics: –5 V and –5.2 V...............
Electrical Characteristics: –12 V and –15 V..............
Typical Characteristics ..............................................
Detailed Description ............................................ 10
7.1 Overview ................................................................. 10
7.2 Functional Block Diagram ....................................... 10
7.3 Feature Description................................................. 10
7.4 Device Functional Modes........................................ 11
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Application and Implementation ........................ 12
8.1 Application Information............................................ 12
8.2 Typical Application ................................................. 12
9 Power Supply Recommendations...................... 14
10 Layout................................................................... 15
10.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 15
10.2 Layout Example .................................................... 15
11 Device and Documentation Support ................. 16
11.1
11.2
11.3
11.4
Device Support ....................................................
Trademarks ...........................................................
Electrostatic Discharge Caution ............................
Glossary ................................................................
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12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
Information ........................................................... 16
4 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
Changes from Revision F (February 2015) to Revision G
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Changed "Ground" to "INPUT" in center of layout drawing ................................................................................................. 15
Changes from Revision E (November 2014) to Revision F
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Changed word "automotive" to "junction"; update pin names to TI nomenclature ................................................................ 1
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Changed Handling Ratings to ESD Ratings table; moved Storage temperature to Ab Max.................................................. 4
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Changed wording of first sentence of Low Dropout Voltage section .................................................................................. 10
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Changed wording of first sentence of Application Information section ................................................................................ 12
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Added IOUT = 5 mA to "RMS noise" and "PSRR" rows......................................................................................................... 12
Changes from Revision D (April 2013) to Revision E
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Added Device Information and Handling Rating tables, Feature Description, Device Functional Modes, Application
and Implementation, Power Supply Recommendations, Layout, Device and Documentation Support, and
Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information sections; moved some curves to Application Curves section;
update new thermal values..................................................................................................................................................... 1
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5 Pin Configuration and Functions
3 Pins
TO-220 (NDE)
Top View
3 Pins
DDPAK/TO-263 (KTT)
Top View
3 Pins
DDPAK/TO-263 (KTT)
Side View
Pin Functions
PIN
I/O
DESCRIPTION
NAME
NO.
GND
1
IN
2
I
Input voltage.
OUT
3
O
Regulated output voltage.
—
Ground.
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6 Specifications
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)
(1) (2)
Input voltage
Power dissipation
MIN
MAX
UNIT
–26
0.3
V
(3)
Internally limited
Junction temperature (TJmax)
Storage temperature, Tstg
(1)
(2)
(3)
–65
125
°C
150
°C
Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/Distributors for availability and
specifications.
The maximum power dissipation is a function of TJmax, RθJA, and TA. The maximum allowable power dissipation at any ambient
temperature is PD = (TJmax − TA)/RθJA. If this dissipation is exceeded, the die temperature will rise above 125°C, and the LM2990 will
eventually go into thermal shutdown at a TJ of approximately 160°C. Please refer to Thermal Information for more details.
6.2 ESD Ratings
V(ESD)
(1)
Electrostatic discharge
Human-body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
(1)
VALUE
UNIT
±2000
V
JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted) (1)
MIN
NOM
MAX
UNIT
Junction temperature (TJ)
–40
125
°C
Input voltage (operational)
–26
–6
V
(1)
Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
6.4 Thermal Information
THERMAL METRIC (1)
LM2990S
LM2990T
TO-263 (KTT)
TO-220 (NDE)
3 PINS
3 PINS
41.3
22.8
43
15.7
RθJA
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance, High-K
RθJC(top)
Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance
RθJB
Junction-to-board thermal resistance
23.2
4.2
ψJT
Junction-to-top characterization parameter
11.3
2.2
ψJB
Junction-to-board characterization parameter
20.4
4.2
RθJC(bot)
Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance
0.5
0.7
(1)
4
UNIT
°C/W
For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the IC Package Thermal Metrics application report, SPRA953.
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6.5 Electrical Characteristics: –5 V and –5.2 V
VIN = −5 V + VOUT(NOM) (1), IOUT = 1 A, COUT = 47 μF, unless otherwise specified. All limits apply for TJ = 25°C, unless otherwise
indicated in the Test Conditions.
PARAMETER
Output voltage
(VOUT)
TEST CONDITIONS
5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
LM2990 –5V
LM2990 –5.2V
UNIT
MIN (2)
TYP (3)
MAX (2)
MIN (2)
TYP (3)
MAX (2)
−5.1
–5
–4.9
−5.3
–5.2
–5.1
V
–5.25
–5
−4.75
–5.46
–5.2
–4.94
V
Line regulation
IOUT = 5 mA,
VO(NOM) −1 V > VIN > −26 V
4
40
4
40
mV
Load regulation
50 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
Dropout voltage
1
40
1
40
mV
IOUT = 0.1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
0.1
0.3
0.1
0.3
V
IOUT = 1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
0.6
1
0.6
1
V
Quiescent
current (Iq)
IOUT ≤ 1 A
1
5
1
5
IOUT = 1 A, VIN = VOUT(NOM)
9
50
9
50
Short circuit
current
RL = 1 Ω (4)
1.5
1.8
1.5
1.8
A
Maximum output
current
See (4)
1.5
1.8
1.5
1.8
A
Ripple rejection
Vripple = 1 Vrms,
ƒripple = 1 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA
50
58
50
58
dB(min)
Output noise
voltage
10 Hz to 100 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA
Long-term
stability
1000 Hours
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
250
2000
750
250
750
mA
μV(max)
2000
ppm
VOUT(NOM) is the nominal (typical) regulator output voltage, −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V or −15 V.
Limits are specified and 100% production tested.
Typicals are at TJ = 25°C and represent the most likely parametric norm.
The short circuit current is less than the maximum output current with the −12 V and −15 V versions due to internal foldback current
limiting. The −5 V and −5.2 V versions, tested with a lower input voltage, does not reach the foldback current limit and therefore
conducts a higher short circuit current level. If the LM2990 output is pulled above ground, the maximum allowed current sunk back into
the LM2990 is 1.5 A.
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6.6 Electrical Characteristics: –12 V and –15 V
VIN = −5 V + VOUT(NOM) (1), IOUT = 1 A, COUT = 47 μF, unless otherwise specified. All limits apply for TJ = 25°C, unless otherwise
indicated in the Test Conditions.
PARAMETER
Output voltage
(VOUT)
TEST CONDITIONS
LM2990 –12V
LM2990 –15V
UNIT
MIN (2)
TYP (3)
MAX (2)
MIN (2)
TYP (3)
MAX (2)
5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
−12.24
–12
–11.76
−15.30
–15
–14.70
V
5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
–12.60
–12
−11.40
–15.75
–15
–14.25
V
Line regulation
IOUT = 5 mA,
VOUT(NOM) −1 V > VIN > −26 V
6
60
6
60
mV
Load regulation
50 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
Dropout voltage
3
50
3
50
mV
IOUT = 0.1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
0.1
0.3
0.1
0.3
V
IOUT = 1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
0.6
1
0.6
1
V
Quiescent
current (Iq)
IOUT ≤ 1 A
1
5
1
5
IOUT = 1 A, VIN = VOUT(NOM)
9
50
9
50
Short circuit
current
RL = 1 Ω (4)
0.9
1.2
0.75
1.2
A
Maximum output
current
See (4)
1.4
1.8
1.4
1.8
A
Ripple rejection
Vripple = 1 Vrms,
ƒripple = 1 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA
42
52
42
52
dB(min)
Output noise
voltage
10 Hz to 100 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA
Long-term
stability
1000 hours
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
500
1500
2000
500
1500
2000
mA
μV(max)
ppm
VOUT(NOM) is the nominal (typical) regulator output voltage, −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V or −15 V.
Limits are specified and 100% production tested.
Typicals are at TJ = 25°C and represent the most likely parametric norm.
The short circuit current is less than the maximum output current with the −12 V and −15 V versions due to internal foldback current
limiting. The −5 V and −5.2 V versions, tested with a lower input voltage, does not reach the foldback current limit and therefore
conducts a higher short circuit current level. If the LM2990 output is pulled above ground, the maximum allowed current sunk back into
the LM2990 is 1.5 A.
6.7 Typical Characteristics
Figure 1. Dropout Voltage
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Figure 2. Normalized Output Voltage
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
Figure 3. LM2990-5.0 and LM2990-5.2 Quiescent Current
Figure 4. LM2990-12 Quiescent Current
Figure 5. LM2990-15 Quiescent Current
Figure 6. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Low Voltage Behavior
Figure 7. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Line Transient
Response
Figure 8. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Load Transient
Response
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
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Figure 9. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Low-Voltage Behavior
Figure 10. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Line Transient
Response
Figure 11. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Load Transient
Response
Figure 12. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Ripple Rejection
Figure 13. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Output Impedance
Figure 14. Maximum Output Current
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
Figure 15. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Ripple Rejection
Figure 16. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Output Impedance
Figure 17. Maximum Output Current
Figure 18. Maximum Power Dissipation (TO-220)
The maximum power dissipation is a function of TJmax, RθJA, and TA. The maximum allowable power dissipation at any ambient
temperature is PD = (TJmax − TA)/RθJA. If this dissipation is exceeded, the die temperature will rise above 125°C, and the LM2990 will
eventually go into thermal shutdown at a TJ of approximately 160°C. Please refer to Thermal Information for more details.
Figure 19. Maximum Power Dissipation (TO-263)
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7 Detailed Description
7.1 Overview
The LM2990 is a three-terminal, low dropout, 1-A negative voltage regulator available with fixed output voltages
of −5, −5.2, −12, and −15 V. The LM2990 is a negative power supply ideally suited for a dual-supply system
when using together with LM2940 series. The device may also be used as a fixed or adjustable current sink load.
7.2 Functional Block Diagram
Pass Device
IN
OUT
Reference
Error Amp
GND
7.3 Feature Description
7.3.1 Fixed Output-Voltage Options
The LM2990 provides 4 fixed output options: −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V, and −15 V. Output voltage accuracy is
ensured to ±5% over load and temperature extremes.
7.3.2 Low Dropout Voltage
Generally speaking, the dropout voltage (VDO) refers to the voltage difference between the IN pin and the OUT
pin when the PNP pass element is fully on and is characterized by the classic Collector-to-Emitter saturation
voltage, VCE(SAT). VDO indirectly specifies a minimum input voltage above the nominal programmed output voltage
at which the output voltage is expected to remain within its accuracy boundary.
7.3.3 Short Circuit Protection (Current Limit)
The internal current limit circuit is used to protect the LDO against high-load current faults or shorting events. The
LDO is not designed to operate in a steady-state current limit. During a current-limit event, the LDO sources
constant current. Therefore, the output voltage falls when load impedance decreases. Note also that if a current
limit occurs and the resulting output voltage is low, excessive power may be dissipated across the LDO, resulting
in a thermal shutdown of the output. A fold back feature limits the short-circuit current to protect the regulator
from damage under all load conditions. If OUT is forced below 0 V before EN goes high, and the load current
required exceeds the fold back current limit, the device may not start up correctly.
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Feature Description (continued)
7.3.4 Thermal Protection
The device contains a thermal shutdown protection circuit to turn off the output current when excessive heat is
dissipated in the LDO. The thermal time-constant of the semiconductor die is fairly short, and thus the output
cycles on and off at a high rate when thermal shutdown is reached until the power dissipation is reduced. The
internal protection circuitry of the device is designed to protect against thermal overload conditions. The circuitry
is not intended to replace proper heat sinking. Continuously running the device into thermal shutdown degrades
its reliability.
7.4 Device Functional Modes
7.4.1 Operation with VOUT(TARGET) –5 V ≥ VIN > –26 V
The device operates if the input voltage is within VOUT(TARGET) –5 V to –26 V range. At input voltages beyond the
VIN requirement, the devices do not operate correctly, and output voltage may not reach target value.
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8 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. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.
8.1 Application Information
The LM2990 is a 1-A negative voltage regulator with an operating VIN range of –6 V to –26 V, and a regulated
VOUT having 5% accuracy with a maximum rated IOUT current of 1 A. Efficiency is defined by the ratio of output
voltage to input voltage because the LM2990 is a linear voltage regulator. To achieve high efficiency, the dropout
voltage (VIN – VOUT) must be as small as possible, thus requiring a very low dropout LDO.
Successfully implementing an LDO in an application depends on the application requirements. If the
requirements are simply input voltage and output voltage, compliance specifications (such as internal power
dissipation or stability) must be verified to ensure a solid design. If timing, start-up, noise, PSRR, or any other
transient specification is required, the design becomes more challenging.
8.2 Typical Application
8.2.1 –5 V Post Regulator for an Isolated Switching Power Supply
Figure 20. Post Regulator for an Isolated Switching Power Supply
8.2.1.1 Design Requirements
For this design example, use the parameters listed in Table 1 as the input parameters.
Table 1. Design Parameters
DESIGN PARAMETER
DESIGN REQUIREMENT
Input voltage
–10 V, provided by the DC-DC converter switching at 1 MHz
Output voltage
-5 V, ±10%
Output current
5 mA to 400 mA
RMS noise, 10 Hz to 100 kHz
< 1 mVRMS, IOUT = 5 mA
PSRR at 1KHz
> 45 dB, IOUT = 5 mA
8.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure
At 400-mA loading, the dropout of the LM2990 has 1-V maximum dropout over temperature, thus an –5 V
headroom is sufficient for operation over both input and output voltage accuracy. The efficiency of the LM2990 in
this configuration is VOUT / VIN = 50%.
To achieve the smallest form factor, the TO-263(KTT) package is selected. Input and output capacitors should be
selected in accordance with the External Capacitors section. Aluminum capacitances of 470 μF for the input and
50-μF capacitors for the output are selected. With an efficiency of 50% and a 400-mA maximum load, the internal
power dissipation is 2000 mW, which corresponds to 82.5°C junction temperature rise for the TO-263 package.
With an 25°C ambient temperature, the junction temperature is at 107.5°C.
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8.2.1.2.1 External Capacitors
The LM2990 regulator requires an output capacitor to maintain stability. The capacitor must be at least 10-μF
aluminum electrolytic or 1-μF solid tantalum. The equivalent series resistance (ESR) of the output capacitor must
be less than 10 Ω, or the zero added to the regulator frequency response by the ESR could reduce the phase
margin, creating oscillations. An input capacitor, of at least 1-μF solid tantalum or 10-μF aluminum electrolytic, is
also needed if the regulator is situated more than 6 from the input power supply filter.
8.2.1.2.2 Forcing The Output Positive
Due to an internal clamp circuit, the LM2990 can withstand positive voltages on its output. If the voltage source
pulling the output positive is DC, the current must be limited to 1.5 A. A current over 1.5 A fed back into the
LM2990 could damage the device. The LM2990 output can also withstand fast positive voltage transients up to
26V, without any current limiting of the source. However, if the transients have a duration of over 1 ms, the
output should be clamped with a Schottky diode to ground.
Figure 21. Output Capacitor ESR
8.2.1.3 Application Curves
Figure 22. LM2990-5 Line Transient Response
Figure 23. LM2990-5 Load Transient Response
8.2.2 Fixed or Adjustable Current Sink
The LM2990 is configurable as a fixed or adjustable current sink. As Figure 24 and Figure 25 show, the sink
current is determined by the resistor value — to achieve adjustable sink current, add one adjustable resistor
between output and load.
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Figure 24. Fixed Current Sink
Figure 25. Adjustable Current Sink
8.2.2.1 Design Requirements
See Design Requirements.
8.2.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
See Detailed Design Procedure.
8.2.2.3 Application Curves
See Application Curves.
9 Power Supply Recommendations
The LM2990 is designed to operate from an input voltage supply range between –6 V and –26 V. The input
voltage range should provides adequate headroom in order for the device to have a regulated output. This input
supply must be well regulated.
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10 Layout
10.1 Layout Guidelines
For best overall performance, place all circuit components on the same side of the circuit board and as near as
practical to the respective LDO pin connections. Place ground return connections to the input and output
capacitor, and to the LDO ground pin as close to each other as possible, connected by a wide, component-side,
copper surface. The use of vias and long traces to create LDO circuit connections is strongly discouraged and
negatively affects system performance. This grounding and layout scheme minimizes inductive parasitics, and
thereby reduces load-current transients, minimizes noise, and increases circuit stability. A ground reference
plane is also recommended and is either embedded in the PCB itself or located on the bottom side of the PCB
opposite the components. This reference plane serves to assure accuracy of the output voltage, shield noise,
and behaves similar to a thermal plane to spread (or sink) heat from the LDO device. In most applications, this
ground plane is necessary to meet thermal requirements.
10.2 Layout Example
INPUT
2
3
OUT
GND
IN
1
+
Input
Capacitor
VIN
+
Output
VOUT
Capacitor
Figure 26. LM2990 TO-263 Board Layout
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11 Device and Documentation Support
11.1 Device Support
11.1.1 Device Nomenclature
Dropout Voltage: The input-output voltage differential at which the circuit ceases to regulate against further
reduction in input voltage. Measured when the output voltage has dropped 100 mV from the
nominal value obtained at (VOUT + 5 V) input, dropout voltage is dependent upon load current and
junction temperature.
Input Voltage: The DC voltage applied to the input terminals with respect to ground.
Input-Output Differential: The voltage difference between the unregulated input voltage and the regulated
output voltage for which the regulator will operate.
Line Regulation: The change in output voltage for a change in the input voltage. The measurement is made
under conditions of low dissipation or by using pulse techniques such that the average chip
temperature is not significantly affected.
Load Regulation: The change in output voltage for a change in load current at constant chip temperature.
Long Term Stability: Output voltage stability under accelerated life-test conditions after 1000 hours with
maximum rated voltage and junction temperature.
Output Noise Voltage: The rms AC voltage at the output, with constant load and no input ripple, measured over
a specified frequency range.
Quiescent Current: That part of the positive input current that does not contribute to the positive load current.
The regulator ground lead current.
Ripple Rejection: The ratio of the peak-to-peak input ripple voltage to the peak-to-peak output ripple voltage.
Temperature Stability of VOUT: The percentage change in output voltage for a thermal variation from room
temperature to either temperature extreme.
11.2 Trademarks
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
11.3 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam
during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates.
11.4 Glossary
SLYZ022 — TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.
12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information
The following pages include mechanical, packaging, and orderable information. This information is the most
current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of
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Orderable Device
Status
(1)
Package Type Package Pins Package
Drawing
Qty
Eco Plan
(2)
Lead finish/
Ball material
MSL Peak Temp
Op Temp (°C)
Device Marking
(3)
(4/5)
(6)
LM2990S-12
NRND
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
45
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-3-235C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-12 P+
LM2990S-12/NOPB
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
45
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-3-245C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-12 P+
LM2990S-15
NRND
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
45
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-3-235C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-15 P+
LM2990S-15/NOPB
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
45
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-3-245C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-15 P+
LM2990S-5.0
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
45
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-3-235C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-5.0 P+
LM2990S-5.0/NOPB
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
45
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-3-245C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-5.0 P+
LM2990SX-12
NRND
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
500
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-3-235C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-12 P+
LM2990SX-12/NOPB
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
500
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-3-245C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-12 P+
LM2990SX-15
NRND
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
500
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-3-235C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-15 P+
LM2990SX-15/NOPB
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
500
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-3-245C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-15 P+
LM2990SX-5.0
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
500
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-3-235C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-5.0 P+
LM2990SX-5.0/NOPB
ACTIVE
DDPAK/
TO-263
KTT
3
500
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-3-245C-168 HR
-40 to 125
LM2990S
-5.0 P+
LM2990T-12
NRND
TO-220
NDE
3
45
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-12 P+
LM2990T-12/NOPB
ACTIVE
TO-220
NDE
3
45
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-12 P+
LM2990T-15
NRND
TO-220
NDE
3
45
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-15 P+
LM2990T-15/NOPB
ACTIVE
TO-220
NDE
3
45
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-15 P+
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Status
(1)
Package Type Package Pins Package
Drawing
Qty
Eco Plan
(2)
Lead finish/
Ball material
MSL Peak Temp
Op Temp (°C)
Device Marking
(3)
(4/5)
(6)
LM2990T-5.0
NRND
TO-220
NDE
3
45
Non-RoHS
& Green
Call TI
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-5.0 P+
LM2990T-5.0/NOPB
ACTIVE
TO-220
NDE
3
45
RoHS-Exempt
& Green
SN
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-5.0 P+
LM2990T-5.2/NOPB
ACTIVE
TO-220
NDE
3
45
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-NA-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LM2990T
-5.2 P+
(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
reference these types of products as "Pb-Free".
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