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RT8288A
4A, 21V 500kHz Synchronous Step-Down Converter
General Description
Features
The RT8288A is a synchronous step-down regulator with
an internal power MOSFET. It achieves 4A of continuous
output current over a wide input supply range with excellent
load and line regulation. Current mode operation provides
fast transient response and eases loop stabilization.
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4A Output Current
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Internal Soft-Start
120mΩ
Ω/40mΩ
Ω Internal Power MOSFET Switch
Internal Compensation Minimizes External Parts
Count
Fixed 500kHz Frequency
Thermal Shutdown Protection
Cycle-by-Cycle Over Current Protection
Wide 4.5V to 21V Operating Input Range
Adjustable Output from 0.808V to 15V
Available in an SOP-8 (Exposed Pad) Package
RoHS Compliant and Halogen Free
Fault condition protection includes cycle-by-cycle current
limiting and thermal shutdown. An internal soft-start
minimizes external parts count and internal compensation
circuitry.
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The RT8288A requires a minimal number of readily
available external components, providing a compact
solution.
Ordering Information
RT8288A
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Applications
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Package Type
SP : SOP-8 (Exposed Pad-Option 2)
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Lead Plating System
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Halogen Free and Pb free)
Distributive Power Systems
Battery Charger
DSL Modems
Pre-Regulator for Linear Regulators
Pin Configurations
Note :
(TOP VIEW)
Richtek products are :
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RoHS compliant and compatible with the current require-
VIN
ments of IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020.
SW
2
SW
3
BOOT
4
Suitable for use in SnPb or Pb-free soldering processes.
Marking Information
8
GND
GND
7
VCC
6
FB
5
EN
9
SOP-8 (Exposed Pad)
RT8288AZSP : Product Number
RT8288A
ZSPYMDNN
YMDNN : Date Code
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RT8288A
Typical Application Circuit
1
VIN
CIN
22µF
Chip Enable
4
RT8288A
SW
5 EN
8, 9 (Exposed Pad)
VOUT (V)
5
3.3
2.5
1.8
1.5
1.2
1.05
BOOT
VIN
GND
2, 3
CBOOT
100nF
L
VOUT
6
FB
RT
VCC 7
R2
R1
COUT
CC
0.1µF
Table 1. Recommended Components Selection
R1 (kΩ)
R2 (kΩ)
RT (kΩ)
L (μH)
75
14.46
0
4.7
75
24.32
0
3.6
75
35.82
0
3.6
5
4.07
30
2
5
5.84
39
2
5
10.31
47
2
5
16.69
47
1.5
COUT (μF)
22 x 2
22 x 2
22 x 2
22 x 2
22 x 2
22 x 2
22 x 2
Function Pin Description
Pin No.
Pin Name
1
VIN
2, 3
SW
4
BOOT
5
EN
6
FB
7
VCC
8,
GND
9 (Exposed Pad)
Pin Function
Supply Input. VIN supplies the power to the IC, as well as the step-down converter
switches. Drive VIN with a 4.5V to 21V power source. Bypass VIN to GND with a
suitably large capacitor to eliminate noise on the input to the IC.
Switch Node. SW is the switching node that supplies power to the output. Connect
the output LC filter from SW to the output load. Note that a capacitor is required
from SW to BOOT to power the high side switch.
High Side Gate Drive Boost Input. BOOT supplies the drive for the high side
N-MOSFET switch. Connect a 100nF or greater capacitor from SW to BOOT to
power the high side switch.
Chip Enable (Active High). For automatic start-up, connect the EN pin to VIN with a
100kΩ resistor.
Feedback Input. FB senses the output voltage to regulate said voltage. Drive FB
with a resistive voltage divider from the output voltage. The feedback threshold is
0.808V.
Bias Supply. Decouple with 0.1μF to 0.22μF capacitor. The capacitance should be
no more than 0.22μF.
Ground. The exposed pad must be soldered to a large PCB and connected to
GND for maximum power dissipation.
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RT8288A
Function Block Diagram
VIN
1.2V
Shutdown
Comparator
+
-
5k
1µA
3V
+
Regulator
BOOT
-
EN
Current Sense
Amplifier
-
Ramp
Generator
Oscillator
500kHz
+
Lockout
Comparator
S
Q
+
1.7V
PWM
Comparator
VCC
Reference
FB
Error
+ Amplifier
Driver
R
SW
GND
-
30pF
400k
1pF
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
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(Note 1)
Supply Input Voltage, VIN ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Switch Voltage, SW ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Boot Voltage, BOOT ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Other Pins -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Power Dissipation, PD @ TA = 25°C
SOP-8 (Exposed Pad) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Package Thermal Resistance (Note 2)
SOP-8 (Exposed Pad), θJA --------------------------------------------------------------------------------SOP-8 (Exposed Pad), θJC -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Junction Temperature ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lead Temperature (Soldering, 10 sec.) -----------------------------------------------------------------Storage Temperature Range ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ESD Susceptibility (Note 3)
HBM (Human Body Model) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Recommended Operating Conditions
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−0.3V to 26V
−0.3V to (VIN + 0.3V)
(SW − 0.3V) to (SW + 6V)
−0.3V to 6V
1.333W
75°C/W
15°C/W
150°C
260°C
−65°C to 150°C
2kV
(Note 4)
Supply Input Voltage, VIN ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4.5V to 21V
Junction Temperature Range ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- −40°C to 125°C
Ambient Temperature Range ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- −40°C to 85°C
Electrical Characteristics
(VIN = 12V, TA = 25°C unless otherwise specified)
Parameter
Symbol
Test Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Shutdown Current
ISHDN
VEN = 0
--
0
1
μA
Quiescent Current
IQ
VEN = 2V, VFB = 1V
--
0.7
--
mA
Upper Switch On Resistance
RDS(ON)1
--
120
--
mΩ
Lower Switch On Resistance
Switch Leakage
RDS(ON)2
ILEAK
---
40
0
-10
mΩ
μA
Current Limit
Oscillator Frequency
Short Circuit Frequency
ILIMIT
fSW
VBOOT − VSW = 4.8V
VFB = 0.75V
VFB = 0V
5.9
425
--
7
500
150
-575
--
A
kHz
kHz
Maximum Duty Cycle
DMAX
VFB = 0.8V
--
90
--
%
Minimum On Time
tON
--
100
--
ns
Feedback Voltage
VFB
0.82
V
Feedback Current
IFB
--
10
50
nA
Logic-High VIH
2
--
5.5
Logic-Low VIL
--
--
0.4
VEN = 2V
--
1
--
VEN = 0V
--
0
--
EN Input Threshold
Voltage
Enable Current
VEN = 0V, VSW = 0V or 12V
4.5V ≤ V IN ≤ 21V
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0.796 0.808
V
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Parameter
Symbol
Under Voltage Lockout
Threshold
VUVLO
Under Voltage Lockout
Threshold Hysteresis
ΔVUVLO
Test Conditions
VIN Rising
VCC Regulator
VCC Load Regulation
ICC = 5mA
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
3.8
4
4.2
V
--
400
--
mV
--
5
--
V
--
5
--
%
Soft-Start Period
tSS
--
2
--
ms
Thermal Shutdown
TSD
--
150
--
°C
Thermal Shutdown Hysteresis
ΔTSD
--
30
--
°C
Note 1. Stresses beyond those listed “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are
stress ratings only, and functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in
the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions may
affect device reliability.bsolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may remain possibility to affect device
reliability.
Note 2. θJA is measured at TA = 25°C on a high effective thermal conductivity four-layer test board per JEDEC 51-7. θJC is
measured at the exposed pad of the package.
Note 3. Devices are ESD sensitive. Handling precaution is recommended.
Note 4. The device is not guaranteed to function outside its operating conditions.
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Typical Operating Characteristics
Reference Voltage vs. Input Voltage
Efficiency vs. Output Current
0.830
100
90
VIN = 12V
0.825
Reference Voltage (V)
Efficiency (%)
80
VIN = 21V
70
60
50
40
30
20
0.820
0.815
0.810
0.805
0.800
0.795
10
VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 0A to 4A
0.790
0
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4
6
8
10
14
16
18
20
22
Input Voltage (V)
Output Current (A)
Reference Voltage vs. Temperature
Output Voltage vs. Output Current
0.84
1.240
0.83
1.235
0.82
1.230
Output Voltage (V)
Reference Voltage (V)
12
0.81
0.80
0.79
0.78
1.225
1.220
1.215
1.210
0.77
1.205
0.76
1.200
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 0A to 4A
-50
-25
0
25
50
75
100
0
125
0.5
1
1.5
Temperature (°C)
Switching Frequency vs. Input Voltage
2.5
3
3.5
4
Switching Frequency vs. Temperature
550
550
525
525
Switching Frequency (kHz)1
Switching Frequency (kHz)1
2
Output Current (A)
500
475
450
425
400
375
500
475
450
425
400
375
VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 0.8A
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 1A
350
350
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
Input Voltage (V)
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-50
-25
0
25
50
75
100
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Temperature (°C)
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Current Limit vs. Temperature
Current Limit vs. Input Voltage
11
12
10
Current Limit (A)
Current Limit (A)
10
8
6
4
9
8
7
6
5
2
4
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V
3
0
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
-50
-25
0
25
50
75
100
Input Voltage (V)
Temperature (°C)
Load Transient Response
Load Transient Response
VOUT
(200mV/Div)
VOUT
(200mV/Div)
IOUT
(2A/Div)
IOUT
(2A/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 1A to 4A
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 0A to 4A
Time (100μs/Div)
Time (100μs/Div)
Output Voltage Ripple
Output Voltage Ripple
VOUT
(50mV/Div)
VOUT
(50mV/Div)
VSW
(10V/Div)
VSW
(10V/Div)
IL
(2A/Div)
IL
(2A/Div)
VIN = 12V, IOUT = 1A
Time (1μs/Div)
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VIN = 12V, IOUT = 4A
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Power Off from VIN
Power On from VIN
VIN
(10V/Div)
VIN
(10V/Div)
VOUT
(1V/Div)
VOUT
(1V/Div)
IL
(5A/Div)
IL
(5A/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 4A
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 4A
Time (5ms/Div)
Time (50ms/Div)
Power On from EN
Power Off from EN
VEN
(5V/Div)
IL
(5A/Div)
VEN
(5V/Div)
IL
(5A/Div)
VSW
(10V/Div)
VSW
(10V/Div)
VOUT
(1V/Div)
VOUT
(1V/Div)
VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 4A
Time (2.5ms/Div)
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VIN = 12V, VOUT = 1.22V, IOUT = 4A
Time (50μs/Div)
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RT8288A
Application Information
The IC is a synchronous high voltage buck converter that
can support the input voltage range from 4.5V to 21V and
the output current can be up to 4A.
Output Voltage Setting
The output voltage is set by an external resistive divider
according to the following equation :
VOUT = VFB ⎛⎜ 1+ R1 ⎞⎟
⎝ R2 ⎠
where VFB is the feedback reference voltage 0.808V
(typical).
The resistive divider allows the FB pin to sense a fraction
of the output voltage as shown in Figure 1.
VOUT
R1
FB
RT8288A
R2
GND
the converter starts up. Soft-Start automatically begins
once the chip is enabled. During soft-start, the internal
soft-start capacitor becomes charged and generates a
linear ramping up voltage across the capacitor. This voltage
clamps the voltage at the internal reference, causing the
duty pulse width to increase slowly and in turn reduce the
output surge current. Finally, the internal 1V reference
takes over the loop control once the internal ramping-up
voltage becomes higher than 1V. The typical soft-start
time for this IC is set at 2ms.
Under Voltage Lockout Threshold
The IC includes an input Under Voltage Lockout Protection
(UVLO). If the input voltage exceeds the UVLO rising
threshold voltage (4.2V), the converter resets and prepares
the PWM for operation. If the input voltage falls below the
UVLO falling threshold voltage (3.8V) during normal
operation, the device stops switching. The UVLO rising
and falling threshold voltage includes a hysteresis to
prevent noise caused reset.
Figure 1. Output Voltage Setting
Chip Enable Operation
External Bootstrap Diode
Connect a 100nF low ESR ceramic capacitor between
the BOOT pin and SW pin as shown in Figure 2. This
capacitor provides the gate driver voltage for the high side
MOSFET. It is recommended to add an external bootstrap
diode between an external 5V and BOOT pin for efficiency
improvement when input voltage is lower than 5.5V or duty
ratio is higher than 65% .The bootstrap diode can be a
low cost one such as IN4148 or BAT54. The external 5V
can be a 5V fixed input from system or a 5V output of the
IC. Note that the external boot voltage must be lower than
5.5V.
5V
BOOT
RT8288A
100nF
SW
Figure 2. External Bootstrap Diode
Soft-Start
The IC contains an internal soft-start function to prevent
large inrush current and output voltage overshoot when
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The EN pin is the chip enable input. Pulling the EN pin
low (2V,