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LP3988
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LP3988 Micropower, 150-mA Ultra-Low-Dropout CMOS Voltage Regulator
With Power Good
1 Features
3 Description
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The LP3988 is a 150-mA low dropout regulator
designed specially to meet requirements of portable
battery applications. The LP3988 is designed to work
with space-saving, small 1-µF ceramic capacitors.
The LP3988 features a Power Good (PG) output that
indicates a faulty output condition. The device is ideal
for mobile phone and similar battery-powered
wireless applications. It provides up to 150 mA output
current from a 2.5-V to 6-V input, consuming less
than 1 µA in disable mode and has fast turnon time
less than 200 µs.
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Input Voltage Range: 2.5 V to 6 V
Output Current: 150 mA
PSRR at 10 kHz: 40 dB
Quiescent Current When Shut Down: ≤ 1µA
Fast Turnon Time: 100 µs (Typical)
Dropout With 150-mA load: 80 mV (Typical)
Junction Temperature Range for Operation:
−40°C to +125°C
Power-Good Flag Output
Logic Controlled Enable
Thermal Shutdown and Short-Circuit Current Limit
Stable with Ceramic and High-Quality Tantalum
Capacitors
Power supply rejection is better than 60 dB at low
frequencies and starts to roll off at 10 kHz. High
power-supply rejection is maintained down to lower
input-voltage levels common to battery-operated
circuits.
2 Applications
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The LP3988 device's performance is optimized for
battery-powered systems to deliver low noise,
extremely low dropout voltage, and low quiescent
current. Regulator ground current increases only
slightly in dropout, further prolonging the battery life.
CDMA Cellular Handsets
Wideband CDMA Cellular Handsets
GSM Cellular Handsets
Portable Information Appliances
Tiny 3.3 V ± 5% to 2.85 V, 150-mA Converter
The LP3988 is available in a 5-pin SOT-23 package
and a 5-pin thin DSBGA package. Performance is
specified for −40°C to +125°C temperature range. For
all available output voltage and package options, see
the Package Option Addendum (POA) at the end of
the data sheet.
Device Information(1)
PART NUMBER
LP3988
PACKAGE
BODY SIZE (NOM)
SOT-23 (5)
2.90 mm × 1.60 mm
DSBGA (5)
1.502 mm × 1.045 mm(2)
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the data sheet.
(2) Body size dimension is maximum.
Simplified Schematic
VIN
VOUT
IN
OUT
RPG
CIN
VEN
ON
OFF
COUT
LP3988
EN
PG
GND
VPG
VOUT OK
ERROR
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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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6
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Features ..................................................................
Applications ...........................................................
Description .............................................................
Revision History.....................................................
Pin Configuration and Functions .........................
Specifications.........................................................
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3
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6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
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4
5
5
6
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Absolute Maximum Ratings ......................................
ESD Ratings..............................................................
Recommended Operating Conditions.......................
Thermal Information ..................................................
Electrical Characteristics...........................................
Timing Requirements ................................................
Typical Characteristics ..............................................
Parameter Measurement Information .................. 9
Detailed Description ............................................ 10
8.1 Overview ................................................................. 10
8.2 Functional Block Diagram ....................................... 10
8.3 Feature Description................................................. 10
8.4 Device Functional Modes........................................ 11
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Application and Implementation ........................ 12
9.1 Application Information............................................ 12
9.2 Typical Application ................................................. 12
10 Power Supply Recommendations ..................... 15
11 Layout................................................................... 15
11.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 15
11.2 Layout Examples................................................... 16
11.3 DSBGA Mounting.................................................. 16
12 Device and Documentation Support ................. 17
12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
12.5
Related Documentation .......................................
Community Resources..........................................
Trademarks ...........................................................
Electrostatic Discharge Caution ............................
Glossary ................................................................
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13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
Information ........................................................... 17
4 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
Changes from Revision D (May 2013) to Revision E
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Changed "−40°C to +80°C" to "−40°C to +125°C" under Features ....................................................................................... 1
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Added Device Information table, Pin Configuration and Functions section, ESD Ratings table, Feature Description,
Device Functional Modes, Application and Implementation, Power Supply Recommendations, Layout, Device and
Documentation Support, and Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information sections ................................................. 1
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Updated Thermal Information ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Changes from Revision C (May 2013) to Revision D
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Changed layout of National Data Sheet to TI format ........................................................................................................... 11
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5 Pin Configuration and Functions
DBV Package
5-Pin SOT-23
Top View
YZR Package
5-Pin DSBGA
Top View
IN
C3
PG
A3
A1
EN
B2
GND
C1
OUT
Pin Functions
PIN
NAME
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
DSBGA
SOT-23
EN
A1
3
Input
GND
B2
2
Ground
IN
C3
1
Input
PG
A3
4
Output
Power Good flag (output): open-drain output, connected to an external
pullup resistor. Active low indicates an output voltage out of tolerance
condition.
OUT
C1
5
Output
Output voltage of the LDO
Enable input logic, enable high
Common ground
Input voltage of the LDO
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6 Specifications
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted) (1) (2) (3)
IN pin
MIN
MAX
UNIT
−0.3
6.5
V
−0.3
OUT, EN, PG pins
Junction temperature, TJ
SOT-23-5
469
DSBGA
441
−65
Storage temperature, Tstg
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
V
150
Power dissipation (5)
(1)
See
(4)
°C
mW
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.
All voltages are with respect to the potential at the GND pin.
If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/ Distributors for availability and
specifications.
The lesser of VIN + 0.3 V or 6 V.
The absolute maximum power dissipation depends on the ambient temperature and the RθJA value; it can be calculated using the
formula: PD = (TJ – TA)/RθJA where TJ(MAX) is the maximum junction temperature, TA(MAX) is the maximum expected ambient
temperature, and RθJA is the junction-to-ambient thermal resistance.The 469-mW rating for the SOT-23-5 package results from
substituting the junction temperature, 150°C, for TJ(MAX), 70°C for TA, and 181.2°C/W for RθJA. More power can be dissipated safely at
ambient temperatures below 70°C . Less power can be dissipated safely at ambient temperatures above 70°C. The absolute maximum
power dissipation can be increased by 5.86 mW for each degree below 70°C, and it must be derated by 5.86 mW for each degree
above 70°C. Same principle applies to the DSBGA package.
6.2 ESD Ratings
VALUE
UNIT
LP3988 IN SOT-23 PACKAGE
V(ESD)
Electrostatic
discharge
Human-body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 (1)
±2000
Charged-device model (CDM), per JEDEC specification JESD22-C101 (2)
±150
Human-body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 (1)
±2000
Charged-device model (CDM), per JEDEC specification JESD22-C101 (2)
±200
V
LP3988 IN DSBGA PACKAGE
V(ESD)
(1)
(2)
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Electrostatic
discharge
V
JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
JEDEC document JEP157 states that 250-V CDM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
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6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted) (1) (2)
MIN
NOM
MAX
UNIT
(3)
6
V
VOUT, VEN
0
VIN
V
VPG
0
6
V
IPG
0
500
µA
–40
125
°C
VIN
2.5
Junction temperature, TJ
Maximum power dissipation (4)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
SOT-23
322
DSBGA
303
mW
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.
All voltages are with respect to the potential at the GND pin.
The minimum VIN is dependant on the device output option. For VOUT(NOM) < 2.5 V, VIN(MIN) equals 2.5 V. For VOUT(NOM) ≥ 2.5 V, VIN(MIN)
equals VOUT(NOM) + 200 mV.
Like the Absolute Maximum power dissipation, the maximum power dissipation for operation depends on the ambient temperature. The
322-mW rating appearing under Recommended Operating Conditions for the SOT-23-5 package results from substituting the maximum
junction temperature for operation, 125°C, for TJ(MAX), 70°C for TA(MAX), and 181.2°C/W for RθJA. More power can be dissipated at
ambient temperatures below 70°C . Less power can be dissipated at ambient temperatures above 70°C. The maximum power
dissipation for operation can be increased by 4.5 mW for each degree below 70°C, and it must be derated by 5.86 mW for each degree
above 70°C. The same principle applies to the DSBGA package.
6.4 Thermal Information
LP3988
THERMAL METRIC
(1)
DBV (SOT-23)
YZR (DSBGA)
5 PINS
5 PINS
UNIT
RθJA
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance
170.5
181.2
°C/W
RθJC(top)
Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance
124.4
0.8
°C/W
RθJB
Junction-to-board thermal resistance
30.9
107.9
°C/W
ψJT
Junction-to-top characterization parameter
17.6
0.5
°C/W
ψJB
Junction-to-board characterization parameter
30.4
107.9
°C/W
RθJC(bot)
Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance
n/a
n/a
°C/W
(1)
For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application
report, SPRA953.
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6.5 Electrical Characteristics
Unless otherwise specified: VEN = 1.8 V, VIN = VOUT + 0.5 V, CIN = 1 µF, IOUT = 1 mA, COUT = 1 µF; typical values and limits
are for TJ = 25°C, and minimum and maximum values and limits apply over the entire junction temperature range for
operation, −40°C to +125°C. (1) (2)
PARAMETER
Output voltage volerance
TEST CONDITIONS
−20°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C, SOT-23-5
SOT-23-5
DSBGA
ΔVOUT
Line regulation error
Load regulation error (3)
PSRR
IQ
Power Supply Rejection Ratio
Quiescent current
MIN
MAX
2
–3
3
–3.5
3.5
–3
3
VIN = VOUT(NOM) + 0.5 V to 6 V
TJ = 25°C
−0.15
0.15
VIN = VOUT(NOM) + 0.5 V to 6 V
–0.2
0.2
IOUT = 1 mA to 150 mA, TJ = 25°C
0.005
IOUT = 1 mA to 150 mA
0.007
VIN = VOUT(NOM) + 1 V,
ƒ = 1 kHz,
IOUT = 50 mA (See Figure 11)
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VIN = VOUT(nom) + 1 V,
ƒ = 10 kHz, IOUT = 50 mA
(See Figure 11)
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VEN = 1.4 V, IOUT = 0 mA, TJ = 25°C
85
120
140
200
0.003
1
VEN = 1.4 V, IOUT = 0 to 150 mA
VEN = 0.4 V
IOUT = 1 mA
Dropout voltage (4)
TYP
−2
IOUT = 150 mA, TJ = 25°C
% of
VOUT(NOM)
%/V
%/mA
dB
1
5
80
115
IOUT = 150 mA
UNIT
µA
mV
150
Short circuit current limit
See (5)
600
mA
en
Output noise voltage
BW = 10 Hz to 100 kHz,
COUT = 1 µF
220
µVRMS
COUT
Output capacitor
TSD
Thermal shutdown
temperature
ISC
Capacitance (6)
1
20
µF
ESR (6)
5
500
mΩ
160
Thermal shutdown hysteresis
°C
20
ENABLE CONTROL CHARACTERISTICS
IEN
Maximum input current at EN
VEN = 0 V and VIN = 6 V
0.1
µA
VIL
Logic low input threshold
VIN = 2.5 V to 6 V
0.5
V
VIH
Logic high input threshold
VIN = 2.5 V to 6 V
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
6
1.2
V
All electrical characteristics having room-temperature limits are tested during production with TJ = 25°C or correlated using Statistical
Quality Control (SQC) methods. All hot and cold limits are specified by correlating the electrical characteristics to process and
temperature variations and applying statistical process control.
The target output voltage, which is labeled VOUT(NOM), is the desired voltage option.
An increase in the load current results in a slight decrease in the output voltage and vice versa.
Dropout voltage is the input-to-output voltage difference at which the output voltage is 100 mV below its nominal value.
Short-circuit current is measured on input supply line after pulling down VOUT to 95% VOUT(NOM).
Specified by design. Not production tested. The capacitor tolerance should be ±30% or better over the full temperature range. The full
range of operating conditions such as temperature, DC bias and even capacitor case size for the capacitor in the application should be
considered during device selection to ensure this minimum capacitance specification is met. X7R capacitor types are recommended to
meet the full device temperature range.
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Electrical Characteristics (continued)
Unless otherwise specified: VEN = 1.8 V, VIN = VOUT + 0.5 V, CIN = 1 µF, IOUT = 1 mA, COUT = 1 µF; typical values and limits
are for TJ = 25°C, and minimum and maximum values and limits apply over the entire junction temperature range for
operation, −40°C to +125°C.(1)(2)
PARAMETER
TEST CONDITIONS
MIN
TYP
MAX
UNIT
POWER GOOD
VTHL
PG low threshold
(See Figure 10)
% of VOUT (PG ON), TJ = 25°C
90%
93%
95%
VTHH
PG high threshold
(See Figure 10)
% of VOUT (PG OFF), TJ = 25°C (7)
92%
95%
98%
VOL
PG output logic low voltage
IPULLUP = 100 µA, fault condition
0.02
0.1
IPGL
PG output leakage current
PG off, VPG = 6 V
0.02
(7)
V
µA
The low and high thresholds are generated together. Typically a 2.6% difference is seen between these thresholds.
6.6 Timing Requirements
MIN
PG turnon time (1), VIN = 4.2 V
TON
TOFF
(1)
PG turnoff time
(1)
, VIN = 4.2 V
NOM
MAX
UNIT
10
µs
10
µs
Turnon time is time measured between the enable input just exceeding VIH and the output voltage just reaching 95% of its nominal
value.
6.7 Typical Characteristics
Unless otherwise specified, CIN = COUT = 1 µF ceramic, VIN = VOUT + 0.2 V, TA = 25°C, EN pin is tied to VIN.
Figure 1. Ripple Rejection Ratio (LP3988-2.6 V)
Figure 2. Ripple Rejection Ratio (LP3988-2.6 V)
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Typical Characteristics (continued)
Unless otherwise specified, CIN = COUT = 1 µF ceramic, VIN = VOUT + 0.2 V, TA = 25°C, EN pin is tied to VIN.
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Figure 3. Power-Good Response Time (LP3988-2.85 V)
(Flag Pin Pulled To VOUT Through a 100-kΩ Resistor)
Figure 4. Power-Good Response Time (LP3988-2.85 V)
(Flag Pin Pulled To VIN Through a 100-kΩ Resistor)
Figure 5. Power-Good Response Time (LP3988-2.85 )
(Flag Pin Pulled To VOUT Through a 100-kΩ Resistor)
Figure 6. Power-Up Response
Figure 7. Enable Response
Figure 8. Enable Response
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7 Parameter Measurement Information
Figure 9. Power Good Flag Timing
Figure 10. Line Transient Response Input Perturbation
Figure 11. PSRR Input Perturbation
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8 Detailed Description
8.1 Overview
The LP3988 is a combination of a low-dropout linear regulator with an enable function, along with a Power Good
(PG) output. The enable function allows the LP3988 output to be selectively enabled, or disabled, as needed.
The PG output goes high when the LP3988 output voltage is typically above 95% of nominal.
8.2 Functional Block Diagram
8.3 Feature Description
8.3.1 Enable (EN)
A high input on the EN pin (VEN ≥ VIH) actives the device which turns the regulator to an ON state. A low input on
the EN pin (VEN ≤ VIL) disables the device which turns the regulator to an OFF state. Operating with VEN between
the VIL and the VIH thresholds is not recommended as the device status cannot be assured. For self-bias
applications where the EN function is not needed, connect the EN pin to the IN pin.
8.3.2 Regulated Output (OUT)
The OUT pin is the regulated output voltage based on the internally pre-programmed voltage. The output has
current limitation. In the event that the regulator drops out of regulation due to low input voltage, the output tracks
the input minus a drop based on the load current. There is no UVLO circuitry. Device behavior is undefined when
VIN is below the minimum operating input voltage of either 2.5 V, or VOUT + 200 mV, whichever is greater.
8.3.3 Power Good (PG) Output
The PG pin is an open-drain output and can be pulled up to any 6 V, or lower rail through an external pullup
resistor. The PG pin is high-impedance when VOUT is greater than the PG trip high threshold (VTHH). If VOUT is
less than the PG trip low threshold (VTHL), the open-drain output turns on and pulls the PG output low. If output
voltage monitoring is not needed, the PG pin can be left floating or connected to GND. The behavior of the
power-good feature is not ensured when VIN is less than 2.5 V.
8.3.4 PG Delay Time
The power-good delay times (tON, tOFF) are defined as the time period from when VOUT crosses either the PG high
trip threshold voltage (VTHH), or the PG low trip threshold voltage (VTHL), to when the PG output changes to the
appropriate state. The power-good delay times are set internally, and both are typically 10 µs. There is no
external adjustment available to alter the delay times.
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Feature Description (continued)
8.3.5 Current Limit
The fixed current limit (ISC) of the LP3988 helps protect the regulator during output fault conditions. The
maximum amount of current the device can source is typically 600 mA, and is largely independent of input and
output voltage. For reliable operation, do not operate the device in current limit for extended periods of time.
Depending on power dissipation, thermal resistance, and ambient temperature, operating at the current limit may
activate the thermal shutdown circuitry.
8.3.6 Thermal Shutdown (TSD)
Thermal shutdown (TSD) protection disables the output when the junction temperature rises to approximately
160°C, This shutdown causes the device dissipation to go to zero, which allows the device to cool. When the
device junction temperature cools to approximately 140°C, the output circuitry is automatically enabled.
Depending on power dissipation, thermal resistance, and ambient temperature, the thermal protection circuit may
cycle ON and OFF. This cycling limits the dissipation of the regulator, protecting it from damage as a result of
overheating. The thermal shutdown circuitry of the LP3988 has been designed to protect against temporary
thermal overload conditions. The TSD circuitry was not intended to replace proper heat-sinking. Continuously
running the LP3988 device in TSD may degrade device reliability and lifetime.
8.3.7 Fast Turnon Time
The LP3988 utilizes a speed up circuitry to ramp up the internal VREF voltage to its final value to achieve a fast
output turnon time.
8.4 Device Functional Modes
8.4.1 Normal Operation
The device regulates to the nominal output voltage under the following conditions:
• The input voltage (VIN ) is at least either 2.5 V, or VOUT + 200 mV, whichever is greater.
• The enable voltage (VEN) is at least 1.2 V (VIH).
• The output current is no more than the maximum rated current of 150 mA.
• The device junction temperature (TJ) is no more than the maximum specified operating junction temperature.
8.4.2 Dropout Operation
If the input voltage is lower than the nominal output voltage plus the specified dropout voltage (VDO), but all other
conditions are met for normal operation, the device operates in dropout mode. In this mode of operation, the
output voltage is the same as the input voltage minus the dropout voltage. The transient performance of the
device is significantly degraded because the pass device (PMOS transistor), no longer controls the current
through the LDO. Line or load transients while operating in dropout can result in large output voltage deviations.
8.4.3 Disabled
The device is disabled under the following conditions:
• VEN is no more than 0.6 V (VIL).
• TJ is greater than the thermal shutdown temperature.
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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. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.
9.1 Application Information
The LP3988 voltage regulator offers the benefit of ultra-low-dropout voltage, low noise, very low standby current,
and miniaturized surface-mount packaging. The LP3988 is designed for continuous, or sporadic (power backup),
battery-operated applications where very low standby current is critical to extending system battery life.
9.2 Typical Application
VIN
VOUT
IN
OUT
RPG
CIN
1 µF
COUT
1 µF
LP3988
VEN
VPG
EN
ON
PG
VOUT OK
GND
OFF
ERROR
Figure 12. LP3988 Typical Application
9.2.1 Design Requirements
For typical CMOS voltage regulator applications, use the parameters listed in Table 1.
Table 1. Design Parameters
DESIGN PARAMETER
EXAMPLE VALUE
Minimum input voltage
2.5 V
Output voltages
various
Output current
150 mA
9.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
9.2.2.1 External Capacitors
Like any low-dropout regulator, the LP3988 requires external capacitors for regulator stability. The LP3988 is
specifically designed for portable applications requiring minimum board space and smallest components. These
capacitors must be correctly selected for good performance.
9.2.2.2 Input Capacitor
An input capacitance of at least 1 μF is required between the LP3988 IN pin and ground (the amount of the
capacitance may be increased without limit). This capacitor must be located a distance of not more than 1cm
from the input pin and returned to a clean analog ground. Any good quality ceramic, tantalum, or film capacitor
may be used at the input
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NOTE
Tantalum capacitors can suffer catastrophic failures due to surge current when connected
to a low-impedance source of power (like a battery or a very large capacitor). If a tantalum
capacitor is used at the input, it must be ensured by the manufacturer to have a surge
current rating sufficient for the application.
There are no requirements for the equivalent series resistance (ESR) on the input capacitor, but tolerance and
temperature coefficient must be considered when selecting the capacitor to ensure the capacitance is at least 1
μF over the entire operating temperature range.
9.2.2.3 Output Capacitors
The LP3988 is designed specifically to work with very small ceramic output capacitors. A ceramic capacitor
(dielectric types Z5U, Y5V or X7R) in 1-μF to 22-μF range with 5-mΩ to 500-mΩ ESR range is suitable in the
LP3988 application circuit.
It may also be possible to use tantalum or film capacitors at the output, but these are not as attractive for
reasons of size and cost (see Capacitor Characteristics).
The output capacitor must meet the requirement for minimum amount of capacitance and also have an ESR
value which is within a stable range (5 mΩ to 500 mΩ).
9.2.2.4 No-Load Stability
The LP3988 remains stable and in regulation with no external load. This is specially important in CMOS RAM
keep-alive applications.
9.2.2.5 Capacitor Characteristics
The LP3988 is designed to work with ceramic capacitors on the output to take advantage of the benefits they
offer: for capacitance values in the range of 1 μF to 4.7 μF range, ceramic capacitors are the smallest, least
expensive and have the lowest ESR values (which makes them best for eliminating high frequency noise). The
ESR of a typical 1-μF ceramic capacitor is in the range of 20 mΩ to 40 mΩ, which easily meets the ESR
requirement for stability by the LP3988.
Capacitance of the ceramic capacitor can vary with temperature. Most large-value ceramic capacitors (around
2.2 μF) are manufactured with Z5U or Y5V temperature characteristics, which results in the capacitance dropping
by more than 50% as the temperature goes from 25°C to 85°C. A better choice for temperature coefficient in a
ceramic capacitor is X7R, which holds the capacitance within ±15%.
Tantalum capacitors are less desirable than ceramic for use as output capacitors because they are more
expensive when comparing equivalent capacitance and voltage ratings in the 1-μF to 4.7-μF range.
Another important consideration is that tantalum capacitors have higher ESR values than equivalent size
ceramics. This means that while it may be possible to find a tantalum capacitor with an ESR value within the
stable range, it would have to be larger in capacitance (which means bigger and more costly ) than a ceramic
capacitor with the same ESR value. The ESR of a typical tantalum increases about 2:1 as the temperature goes
from 25°C down to −40°C, so some guard band must be allowed.
9.2.2.6 Power Dissipation
Knowing the device power dissipation and proper sizing of the thermal plane connected to the tab or pad is
critical to ensuring reliable operation. Device power dissipation depends on input voltage, output voltage, and
load conditions and can be calculated with Equation 1.
PD(MAX) = (VIN(MAX) – VOUT) × IOUT(MAX)
(1)
Power dissipation can be minimized, and greater efficiency can be achieved, by using the lowest available
voltage drop option that would still be greater than the dropout voltage (VDO). However, keep in mind that higher
voltage drops result in better dynamic (that is, PSRR and transient) performance.
On the DSBGA (YKA) package, the primary conduction path for heat is through the four bumps to the PCB.
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On the SOT-23 (BDV) package, the primary conduction path for heat is through the device leads to the PCB,
predominately device lead 2 (GND). It is recommended that the trace from lead 2 be extended under the
package body and connected to an internal ground plane with thermal vias.
The maximum allowable junction temperature (TJ(MAX)) determines maximum power dissipation allowed (PD(MAX))
for the device package.
Power dissipation and junction temperature are most often related by the junction-to-ambient thermal resistance
(RθJA) of the combined PCB and device package and the temperature of the ambient air (TA), according to
Equation 2 or Equation 3:
TJ(MAX) = TA(MAX) + (RθJA × PD(MAX))
PD(MAX) = (TJ(MAX) - TA(MAX)) / RθJA
(2)
(3)
Unfortunately, this RθJA is highly dependent on the heat-spreading capability of the particular PCB design, and
therefore varies according to the total copper area, copper weight, and location of the planes. The RθJA recorded
in Thermal Information is determined by the specific EIA/JEDEC JESD51-7 standard for PCB and copperspreading area, and is to be used only as a relative measure of package thermal performance. For a welldesigned thermal layout, RθJA is actually the sum of the package junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance
(RθJCbot) plus the thermal resistance contribution by the PCB copper area acting as a heat sink.
9.2.2.7 Estimating Junction Temperature
The EIA/JEDEC standard recommends the use of psi (Ψ) thermal characteristics to estimate the junction
temperatures of surface mount devices on a typical PCB board application. These characteristics are not true
thermal resistance values, but rather package specific thermal characteristics that offer practical and relative
means of estimating junction temperatures. These psi metrics are determined to be significantly independent of
copper-spreading area. The key thermal characteristics (ΨJT and ΨJB) are given in Thermal Information and are
used in accordance with Equation 4 or Equation 5.
TJ(MAX) = TTOP + (ΨJT × PD(MAX))
where
•
•
PD(MAX) is explained in Equation 1.
TTOP is the temperature measured at the center-top of the device package.
(4)
TJ(MAX) = TBOARD + (ΨJB × PD(MAX))
where
•
•
PD(MAX) is explained in Equation 1.
TBOARD is the PCB surface temperature measured 1-mm from the device package and centered on the
package edge.
(5)
For more information about the thermal characteristics ΨJT and ΨJB, see the TI Application Report:
Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics (SPRA953), available for download at www.ti.com.
For more information about measuring TTOP and TBOARD, see the TI Application Report: Using New Thermal
Metrics (SBVA025), available for download at www.ti.com.
For more information about the EIA/JEDEC JESD51 PCB used for validating RθJA, see the TI Application Report:
Thermal Characteristics of Linear and Logic Packages Using JEDEC PCB Designs (SZZA017), available for
download at www.ti.com.
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9.2.3 Application Curves
Figure 13. Line Transient Response (LP3988-2.85 V)
Figure 14. Line Transient Response (LP3988-2.85 V)
Figure 15. Load Transient Response
Figure 16. Load Transient Response
10 Power Supply Recommendations
The LP3988 device is designed to operate from an input supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 6 V. The input supply
must be well regulated and free of spurious noise. To ensure that the LP3988 output voltage is well regulated
and dynamic performance is optimum, the input supply voltage is recommended to be at least the greater of
either VOUT + 200 mV, or 2.5 V.
11 Layout
11.1 Layout Guidelines
The dynamic performance of the LP3988 is dependant on the layout of the PCB. PCB layout practices that are
adequate for typical LDOs may degrade the PSRR, noise, or transient performance of the LP3988.
Best performance is achieved by placing CIN and COUT on the same side of the PCB as the LP3988 device, and
as close as is practical to the package. The ground connections for CIN and COUT must be back to the LP3988
GND pin using as wide and as short of a copper trace as is practical.
Avoid connections using long trace lengths, narrow trace widths, and/or connections through vias. These add
parasitic inductances and resistance that results in inferior performance especially during transient conditions.
The PG pin pullup resistor should be connected to the LP3988 OUT pin, with the pullup resistor located as close
to the PG pin as is practical.
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11.2 Layout Examples
VIN
VOUT
5
1
CIN
COUT
GND
2
VEN
3
RPG
GND
Power
Good
4
Figure 17. LP3988 SOT-23 Layout Example
C3
VIN
C1
CIN
VOUT
COUT
B2
GND
Power
Good
xx
xx
xx
xx
xx
xx
A3
A1
RPG
GND
VEN
Figure 18. LP3988 DSBGA Layout Example
11.3 DSBGA Mounting
The DSBGA package requires specific mounting techniques, which are detailed in TI Application Note AN-1112
DSBGA Wafer Level Chip Scale Package (SNVA009). For best results during assembly, alignment ordinals on
the PC board may be used to facilitate placement of the DSBGA device.
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12 Device and Documentation Support
12.1 Related Documentation
For additional information, see the following:
• TI Application Note DSBGA Wafer Level Chip Scale Package (SNVA009)
• TI Application Report Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics (SPRA953)
• TI Application Report Using New Thermal Metrics (SBVA025)
• TI Application Report Thermal Characteristics of Linear and Logic Packages Using JEDEC PCB Designs
(SZZA017)
12.2 Community Resources
The following links connect to TI community resources. Linked contents are provided "AS IS" by the respective
contributors. They do not constitute TI specifications and do not necessarily reflect TI's views; see TI's Terms of
Use.
TI E2E™ Online Community TI's Engineer-to-Engineer (E2E) Community. Created to foster collaboration
among engineers. At e2e.ti.com, you can ask questions, share knowledge, explore ideas and help
solve problems with fellow engineers.
Design Support TI's Design Support Quickly find helpful E2E forums along with design support tools and
contact information for technical support.
12.3 Trademarks
E2E is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
12.4 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.
12.5 Glossary
SLYZ022 — TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.
13 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
this document. For browser-based versions of this data sheet, refer to the left-hand navigation.
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PACKAGING INFORMATION
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)
LP3988IMF-2.5/NOPB
ACTIVE
SOT-23
DBV
5
1000
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LFSB
LP3988IMF-3.0/NOPB
ACTIVE
SOT-23
DBV
5
1000
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LFAB
LP3988IMF-3.3/NOPB
ACTIVE
SOT-23
DBV
5
1000
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
LP3988IMFX-2.5/NOPB
ACTIVE
SOT-23
DBV
5
3000
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LFSB
LP3988IMFX-2.85/NOPB
ACTIVE
SOT-23
DBV
5
3000
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
-40 to 125
LDLB
LP3988IMFX-3.3/NOPB
ACTIVE
SOT-23
DBV
5
3000
RoHS & Green
SN
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
LH5B
LP3988ITL-1.85/NOPB
ACTIVE
DSBGA
YZR
5
250
RoHS & Green
SNAGCU
Level-1-260C-UNLIM
8
LH5B
(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