3.0A, 150kHz, Step-Down Switching Regulator
LM2596
FEATURES
TO-263 PKG
3.3V, 5.0V, 12V, and Adjustable Output version
Adjustable Output Voltage range, 1.2V to 37V
1
±4% Max. Over Line and Load conditions
5
Guaranteed Output Current of 3A
Available in TO-263, TO-220 Packages
Requires Only 4 External Components
Excellent Line and Load Regulation Specifications
150kHz Fixed Frequency Internal Oscillator
TTL Shutdown Capability
Low Power Standby Mode, IQ typically 100mA
Thermal Shutdown and Current Limit Protection
Moisture Sensitivity Level 3
TO-220 PKG
1
5
SOP8-PP PKG
4
APPLICATION
1
Simple High-Efficiency Step-Down(Buck) Regulator
Efficient Pre-Regulator for Linear Regulators
On-Card Switching Regulators
Positive to Negative Converter(Buck-Boost)
Negative Step-Up Converters
Power Supply for Battery Chargers
1. Vin 2. Output
3. Ground
4. Feedback 5. On/Off
ORDERING INFORMATION
Device
LM2596R-ADJ
LM2596R-X.X
LM2596T-ADJ
LM2596T-X.X
LM2596DP-ADJ
Package
TO-263 5L
TO-220 5L
SOP8-PP
X.X = Output Voltage = 3.3, 5.0, 12
DESCRIPSION
The LM2596 series of regulators are monolithic integrated circuits ideally suited for easy and convenient
design of a step-down switching regulator (buck converter). All circuits of this series are capable of driving a
3.0A load with excellent line and load regulation. These devices are available in fixed output voltages of 3.3V,
5.0V,12V, and an adjustable output version. These regulators were designed to minimize the number of
external components to simplify the power supply design. Standard series of inductors optimized for use with
the LM2596 are offered by several different inductor manufacturers. Since the LM2596 converter is a switchmode power supply, its efficiency is significantly higher in comparison with popular three-terminal linear
regulators, especially with higher input voltages. In many cases, the power dissipated is so low that no heatsink
is required or its size could be reduced dramatically. A standard series of inductors optimized for use with the
LM2596 are available from several different manufacturers. This feature greatly simplifies the design of switchmode power supplies. The LM2596 features include a guaranteed +/- 4% tolerance on output voltage within
specified input voltages and output load conditions, and +/-15% on the oscillator frequency (+/- 2% over 0℃ to
125℃). External shutdown is included, featuring 80㎂ (typical) standby current. Self-protection features include
a two stage frequency reducing current limit for output switch and an over temperature shutdown for complete
protection under fault conditions.
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Typical Application (Fixed Output Voltage Versions)
L1
33uH
Vin
VIN
Vout
OUTPUT
LM2596-5.0
ON/OFF
Cin
680uF
FEEDBACK
GND
Cout
220uF
D1
1N5824
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Rating
Symbol
Value
Unit
Maximum Supply Voltage
Vin
45
V
On/Off Pin Input Voltage
-
-0.3V ≤ V ≤ +Vin
V
Output Voltage to Ground (Steady-State)
-
- 1.0
V
PD
Internally Limited
W
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient
PθJA
65
℃/W
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case
PθJC
5.0
℃/W
PD
Internally Limited
W
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient
PθJA
70
℃/W
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case
PθJC
5.0
℃/W
Power Dissipation
TO-220 5Lead
TO-263 5Lead
Storage Temperature Range
Tstg
-60
to
+150
℃
Minimum ESD Rating(Human Body Model)
-
2.0
kV
Lead Temperature (Soldering,10seconds)
-
260
℃
TJ
150
℃
Maximum Junction Temperature
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OPERATING RATINGS (Operating Ratings indicate conditions for which the device is intended to be
functional, but do not guarantee specific performance limits. For guaranteed specifications, see the
Electrical Characteristics.)
Rating
Symbol
Value.
Unit
Operating Junction Temperature Range
TJ
-40 to +125
℃
Supply Voltage
Vin
40
V
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS / SYSTEM PARAMETERS ([Note 1] Test Circuit Figure 2)
(Unless otherwise specified, Vin = 12V for the 3.3V, 5.0V, and Adjustable version, Vin = 25V for the 12V version. ILOAD = 500 mA. For typical
values TJ = 25°C, for min/max values TJ is the operating junction temperature range that applies [Note 2], unless otherwise noted.)
Symbol
Min
TYP
Max
Unit
Output Voltage (Vin=12V, ILOAD =0.5A, TJ=25℃)
Vout
3.234
3.3
3.366
V
Output Voltage (6.0V≤Vin≤40V, 0.5A≤ILOAD≤3.0A
Vout
TJ=25℃
3.168
3.3
3.432
V
TJ=-40℃ ~ +125℃
3.135
-
3.465
η
-
73
-
%
Output Voltage (Vin=12V, ILOAD=0.5A, TJ=25℃)
Vout
4.9
5.0
5.1
V
Output Voltage (8.0V≤Vin≤40V, 0.5A≤ILOAD≤3.0A
Vout
TJ=25℃
4.8
5.0
5.2
V
TJ=-40℃ ~ +125℃
4.75
-
5.25
η
-
80
-
%
Output Voltage (Vin=25V, ILOAD=0.5A, TJ=25℃)
Vout
11.76
12
12.24
V
Output Voltage (15V≤Vin≤40V, 0.5A≤ILOAD≤3.0A
Vout
TJ=25℃
11.52
12
12.48
V
TJ= -40℃ ~ +125℃
11.4
-
12.6
η
-
90
-
%
Feedback Voltage (Vin=12V, ILOAD=0.5A, TJ=25℃)
Vout
1.217
1.23
1.243
V
Feedback Voltage(8.0V≤Vin≤40V, 0.5A≤ILOAD≤3.0A, Vout=5.0V)
Vout
TJ=25℃
1.193
1.23
1.267
V
TJ= -40℃ ~ +125℃
1.18
-
1.28
-
73
-
Characteristics
LM2596-3.3V ([Note 1] Test Circuit Figure 2)
Efficiency (Vin=12V, ILOAD=3.0A)
LM2596-5.0V ([Note 1] Test Circuit Figure 2)
Efficiency (Vin=12V, ILOAD=3.0A)
LM2596-12V ([Note 1] Test Circuit Figure 2)
Efficiency (Vin=12V, ILOAD=3.0A)
LM2596-ADJ ([Note 1] Test Circuit Figure 2)
η
Efficiency (Vin=12V, ILOAD=3.0A, Vout=5.0V)
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Characteristics
LM2596
Symbol
Min
TYP
Max
Unit
All Output Voltage Versions
Feedback Bias Current (Vout=5.0V [Adjustable Version Only])
Ib
TJ=25℃
11.52
12
12.48
11.4
-
12.6
TJ=25℃
127
150
173
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
110
-
173
TJ=25℃
-
1.16
1.4
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
-
-
1.5
-
100
-
%
3.6
4.5
6.9
A
3.4
-
7.5
-
-
50
-
2
30
-
5
-
-
-
10
TJ=25℃
-
80
200
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
-
-
250
TJ=25℃
2.0
1.3
-
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
2.0
-
-
TJ=25℃
-
1.3
0.6
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
-
-
0.6
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
Oscillator Frequency
nA
Fosc
Saturation Voltage (Iout=3.0A [note 3])
kHz
Vsat
Max Duty Cycle ("0") [Note 4]
DC
Current Limit (Peak Current [Note 3])
ICL
TJ=25℃
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
Output Leakage Current [Note 5 and 6], TJ=25℃
V
IL
Output = 0V
Output = -1.0V
Quiescent Current [Note 5]
mA
IQ
TJ=25℃
TJ= 0 ~ +125℃
Standby Quiescent Current (ON/OFF Pin = 5.0V ("off"))
mA
ISTBY
㎂
ON/OFF Pin Logic Input Level (Test circuit Figure 2)
Vout=0V
VIH
Vout=Nominal Output Voltage
V
VIL
ON/OFF Pin Input Current (Test Circuit Figure 2)
VLOGIC = 2.5V (Regulator OFF)
IIH
-
5
15
VLOGIC = 0.5V (Regulator ON)
IIL
-
0.02
5.0
㎂
1. External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors can affect switching regulator system performance.
When the LM2596 is used as shown in the Figure 1 test circuit, system performance will be as shown in system parameters section .
2. Tested junction temperature range for the LM2596 : TLOW = –40°C THIGH = +125°C
3. Output (Pin 2) sourcing current. No diode, inductor or capacitor connected to output pin.
4. Feedback (Pin 4) removed from output and connected to 0 V.
5. Feedback (Pin 4) removed from output and connected to +12V for the Adjustable, 3.3V, and 5.0V versions, and '+25 V for the 12V versions,
to force the output transistor “off”.C195
6. Vin = 40 V.
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (Circuit of Figure 2)
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (Circuit of Figure 2)
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Test Circuit and Layout Guidelines
CIN = 470㎌, 50V, COUT = 220㎌, 25V (Aluminum Electrolytic Nichicon "PL Series"
D1 = 5A, 40V Schottky Rectifier, IN5825
L1 = 68uH, L38
Cin = 470 ㎌, 50V, Cout = 220 ㎌, 35V (Aluminum Electrolytic Nichicon "PL Series"
D1 = 5A, 40V Schottky Rectifier, IN5825
L1 = 68uH, R1 = 1 ㏀, 1%, R2 = R1 x (Vout / Vref - 1)
As in any switching regulator, layout is very important. Rapidly switching currents associated with wiring
inductance can generate voltage transients which can cause problems. For minimal inductance and ground loops,
the wires indicated by heavy lines should be wide printed circuit traces and should be kept as short as possible.
For best results, external components should be located as close to the switching lC as possible using ground
plane construction or single point grounding. If open core inductors are used, special care must be taken as to the
location and positioning of this type of inductor.
Allowing the inductor flux to intersect sensitive feedback, lC
ground path and COUT wiring can cause problems. When using the adjustable version, special care must be
taken as to the location of the feedback resistors and the associated wiring. Physically locate both resistors near
the IC, and route the wiring away from the inductor, especially an open core type of inductor.
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PIN FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Package
Symbol
TO-220 5L
Description
SOP8-PP
TO-263 5L
1
1
VIN
2
2
VOUT
3
3
GND
4
4
FEEDBACK
5
5
ON/OFF
-
6, 7, 8
N.C.
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This pin is the positive input supply for the LM2596 step–down
switching regulator. In order to minimize voltage transients and to
supply the switching currents needed by the regulator, a suitable
input bypass capacitor must be present.
This is the emitter of the internal switch. The saturation voltage
Vsat of this output switch is typically 1.5 V. It should be kept in mind
that the PCB area connected to this pin should be kept to a
minimum in order to minimize coupling to sensitive circuitry.
Circuit ground pin.
This pin senses regulated output voltage to complete the feedback
loop. The signal is divided by the internal resistor divider network
R2, R1 and applied to the non–inverting input of the internal error
amplifier. In the Adjustable version of the LM2596 switching
regulator this pin is the direct input of the error amplifier and the
resistor network R2, R1 is connected externally to allow
programming of the output voltage.
It allows the switching regulator circuit to be shut down using logic
level signals, thus dropping the total input supply current to
approximately 80uA. The threshold voltage is typically 1.3V.
Applying a voltage above this value (up to +Vin) shuts the regulator
off. If the voltage applied to this pin is lower than 1.3V or if this pin is
left open, the regulator will be in the "on" condition.
No Connect.
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