Simple and easy to design with (using off-the-shelf external components)
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Resistor programmable peak current limit over a range of 2A to 5A.
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150 mΩ DMOS output switch
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3.3V, 5V and 12V fixed output and adjustable (1.2V to 37V ) versions
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±2%maximum output tolerance over full line and load conditions
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Wide input voltage range: 8V to 40V
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260 KHz fixed frequency internal oscillator
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Softstart capability
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−40 to +125°C operating junction temperature range
Description
The LM2673 series of regulators are monolithic integrated circuits which provide all of the active functions for a step-down
(buck) switching regulator capable of driving up to 3A loads with excellent line and load regulation characteristics. High
efficiency (>90%) is obtained through the use of a low ON-resistance DMOS power switch. The series consists of fixed output
voltages of 3.3V, 5V and 12V and an adjustable output version.
The SIMPLE SWITCHER concept provides for a complete design using a minimum number of external components. A high fixed frequency oscillator (260KHz)
allows the use of physically smaller sized components. A family of standard inductors for use with the LM2673 are available
from several manufacturers to greatly simplify the design process.
Other features include the ability to reduce the input surge current at power-ON by adding a softstart timing capacitor to
gradually turn on the regulator. The LM2673 series also has built in thermal shutdown and resistor programmable current limit
of the power MOSFET switch to protect the device and load circuitry under fault conditions. The output voltage is guaranteed
to a ±2% tolerance. The clock frequency is controlled to within a ±11% tolerance.
Note: The Early Failure Rates (EFR) were calculated as point estimate PPM based on rejects and sample size for EFR.
The Long Term Failure Rates were calculated
at 60% confidence using the Arrhenius equation at 0.7eV activation energy and derating the assumed stress
temperature of 150°C to an application temperature of 55°C.
For more information on Reliability Metrics, please click here.
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