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AOZ2261QI-15
28V/8A Synchronous EZBuck
TM
Regulator
General Description
The AOZ2261QI-15 is a high-efficiency, easy-to-use DC/
DC synchronous buck regulator that operates up to 28V.
The device is capable of supplying 8A of continuous
output current with an output voltage adjustable down to
0.8V (±1.0%).
A proprietary constant on-time PWM control with input
feed-forward results in ultra-fast transient response while
maintaining relatively constant switching frequency over
the entire input voltage range. The on-time can be
externally programmed up to 2.6µs.
The device features multiple protection functions such as
VCC under-voltage lockout, cycle-by-cycle current limit,
output over-voltage protection, short-circuit protection,
and thermal shutdown.
The AOZ2261QI-15 is available in a 4mm x 4mm QFN-
22L package and is rated over a -40°C to +85°C ambient
temperature range.
Efficiency
Features
Wide input voltage range
– 2.7V to 28V
8A continuous output current
Output voltage adjustable down to 0.8V (±1.0%)
Low RDS(ON) internal NFETs
– 26mΩ high-side
– 12mΩ low-side
Constant On-Time with input feed-forward
Programmable on-time up to 2.6µs
Selectable PFM light load operation
Ceramic capacitor stable
Adjustable soft start
Ripple reduction
Power Good output
Integrated bootstrap diode
Cycle-by-cycle current limit
Short-circuit protection
Over-voltage protection
Thermal shutdown
Thermally enhanced 4mm x 4mm QFN-22L package
Applications
Portable computers
Compact desktop PCs
Servers
Graphics cards
Set-top boxes
LCD TVs
Cable modems
Point-of-load DC/DC converters
Telecom/Networking/Datacom equipment
Efficiency vs. Load Current
012345678
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
Output Current (A)
Efficiency (%)
6.0V
8.4V
12.0V
19.5V
FSW = 450kHz
VOUT = 1.05V
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Typical Application
Recommended Start-Up Sequence
Ordering Information
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Part Number Ambient Temperature Range Package Environmental
AOZ2261QI-15 -40°C to +85°C 22-Pin 4mm x 4mm QFN Green Product
AOZ2261QI-15
Input
2.7V to 28V
Output
1.05V, 8A
C3
88μF
R2
R3
100kΩ
R1
C2
22μF
C5
0.1μF
IN
Power Good
Off On
VCC
PGOOD
EN
PFM
SS
CSS
RTON
C4
4.7μF
BST
LX
FB
AGND
PGND
L1
1μH
TON
5V
Power Ground
Analog Ground
VIN
VCC
EN
5V
5V
50μs
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Option Table
Pin Configuration
Part Number All Protection Ripple Reduction Max. On-Time
Auto Restart Latch Yes No 2.6µs 1.3µs
AOZ2261QI-10 V V V
AOZ2261QI-11 V V V
AOZ2261QI-12 V V V
AOZ2261QI-13 V V V
AOZ2261QI-14 V V V
AOZ2261QI-15 V V V
AOZ2261QI-16 V V V
AOZ2261QI-17 V V V
1
22 21 20 19 18
789 1110
2
3
4
5
PGOOD
IN
IN
IN
LX
LX
SS
VCC
BST
PGND
LX
EN
PFM
AGND
FB
22-Pin 4mm x 4mm QFN
(Top View)
17
16
15
13
12
LX
LX
PGND
PGND
PGND
PGND
LX
IN
14
6
TON
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Pin Description
Pin Number Pin Name Pin Function
1 PGOOD
Power Good Signal Output. PGOOD is an open-drain output used to indicate the status
of the output voltage. It is internally pulled low when the output voltage is 15% lower than
the nominal regulation voltage for or 20% higher than the nominal regulation voltage.
PGOOD is pulled low during soft-start and shut down.
2EN
Enable Input. The AOZ2261QI-15 is enabled when EN is pulled high. The device shuts
down when EN is pulled low.
3PFM
PFM Selection Input. Connect PFM pin to VCC for forced PWM operation. Connect PFM
pin to ground for PFM operation to improve light load efficiency.
4 AGND Analog Ground.
5FB
Feedback Input. Adjust the output voltage with a resistive voltage-divider between the
regulator’s output and AGND.
6 TON On-Time Setting Input. Connect a resistor between VIN and TON to set the on time.
7, 8, 9 IN Supply Input. IN is the regulator input. All IN pins must be connected together.
12, 13, 14, 15, 19 PGND Power Ground.
10, 11, 16, 17, 18 LX Switching Node.
20 BST
Bootstrap Capacitor Connection. The AOZ2261QI-15 includes an internal bootstrap
diode. Connect an external capacitor between BST and LX as shown in the Typical
Application diagram.
21 VCC Supply Input for analog functions. Bypass VCC to AGND with a 1µF~10µF ceramic
capacitor. Place the capacitor close to VCC pin.
22 SS Soft-Start Time Setting Pin. Connect a capacitor between SS and AGND to set the
soft-start time.
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Exceeding the Absolute Maximum Ratings may damage the
device.
Note:
1. Devices are inherently ESD sensitive, handling precautions are
required. Human body model rating: 1.5kΩ in series with 100pF.
2. LX to PGND Transient (t<20ns) ------ -7V to VIN + 7V.
Maximum Operating Ratings
The device is not guaranteed to operate beyond the
Maximum Operating Ratings.
Parameter Rating
IN, TON to AGND -0.3V to 30V
LX to AGND(2) -0.3V to 30V
BST to AGND -0.3V to 36V
SS, PGOOD, FB, EN, VCC, PFM to AGND -0.3V to 6V
PGND to AGND -0.3V to +0.3V
Junction Temperature (TJ) +150°C
Storage Temperature (TS) -65°C to +150°C
ESD Rating(1) 2kV
Parameter Rating
Supply Voltage (VIN) 2.7V to 28V
Output Voltage Range 0.8V to 0.85*VIN
Ambient Temperature (TA) -40°C to +85°C
Package Thermal Resistance
(θJA)40°C/W
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max Units
VIN IN Supply Voltage 2.7 28 V
VUVLO Under-Voltage Lockout Threshold VCC rising
VCC falling
4.2
3.9 V
V
IqQuiescent Supply Current of VCC IOUT = 0A, VEN > 2V, PFM
mode
0.15 mA
IOFF Shutdown Supply Current VEN = 0V 120µA
VFB Feedback Voltage TA = 25°C
TA = 0°C to 85°C
0.792
0.788
0.800
0.800
0.808
0.812
V
V
Load Regulation 0.5 %
Line Regulation 1%
IFB FB Input Bias Current 200 nA
Enable
VEN EN Input Threshold Off threshold
On threshold 1.6
0.5 V
V
VEN_HYS EN Input Hysteresis 100 mV
PFM Control
VPFM PFM Input Threshold PFM Mode threshold
Force PWM threshold 2.5
0.5 V
V
VPFMHYS PFM Input Hysteresis 100 mV
Modulator
TON On Time RTON = 100kΩ, VIN = 12V 200 ns
TON_MIN Minimum On Time 100 ns
TON_MAX Maximum On Time 2.6 µs
TOFF_MIN Minimum Off Time 300 ns
Electrical Characteristics
TA = 25°C, VIN = 12V, VCC = 5V, EN = 5V, unless otherwise specified. Specifications in BOLD indicate a temperature range of
-40°C to +85°C.
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Soft-Start
ISS_OUT SS Source Current VSS = 0V
CSS = 0.001µF to 0.1µF 71115µA
Power Good Signal
VPG_LOW PGOOD Low Voltage IOL = 1mA 0.5 V
PGOOD Leakage Current ±1 µA
VPGH PGOOD Threshold
(Low Level to High Level)
FB rising 90 %
VPGL PGOOD Threshold
(High Level to Low Level)
FB rising
FB falling
120
85
%
%
PGOOD Threshold Hysteresis 5 %
Under Voltage and Over Voltage Protection
VPL Under Voltage Threshold FB falling 70 %
TPL Under Voltage Delay Time 32 µs
VPH Over Voltage Threshold FB rising 120 %
Power Stage Output
RDS(ON) High-Side NFET On-Resistance VIN = 12V, VCC = 5V 26 mΩ
High-Side NFET Leakage VEN = 0V, VLX = 0V 10 µA
RDS(ON) Low-Side NFET On-Resistance VLX = 12V, VCC = 5V 12 mΩ
Low-Side NFET Leakage VEN = 0V 10 µA
Over-current and Thermal Protection
ILIM Current Limit VCC = 5V 12 A
Thermal Shutdown Threshold TJ rising
TJ falling
150
100
°C
°C
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max Units
Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
TA = 25°C, VIN = 12V, VCC = 5V, EN = 5V, unless otherwise specified. Specifications in BOLD indicate a temperature range of
-40°C to +85°C.
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AOZ2261QI-15
Functional Block Diagram
TON
Generator
ISENSE
ILIM
Error Comp
ILIM Comp
0.8V
ISENCE
(AC) FB
Decode
OTP
Reference
& Bias
BST
PG Logic
LX
AGNDPGND
ISENSE
ISENSE (AC)
Current
Information
Processing
Vcc
IN PGood
UVLO
TON
Timer
Q
TOFF_MIN
S
RQ
Timer
Q
TON
PFM
FB
SS
EN
VCC
Light Load
Threshold
ISENSE
Light Load
Comp
EN
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AOZ2261QI-15
Typical Performance Characteristics
Circuit of Typical Application. TA = 25°C, VIN = 19V, VOUT = 1.05V, fs = 500kHz unless otherwise specified.
Normal Operation
Vo ripple
10mV/div
VLX
10V/div
ILX
5A/div
5μs/div
Load Transient 0A to 8A
Vo ripple
50mV/div
ILX
5A/div
500μs/div
Full Load Start-up
VLX
20V/div
EN
5V/div
Vo
1V/div
lLX
5A/div
VLX
20V/div
ILX
10A/div
Vo
500mV/div
1ms/div
Short Circuit Protection
20μs/div
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Detailed Description
The AOZ2261QI-15 is a high-efficiency, easy-to-use,
synchronous buck regulator optimized for notebook
computers. The regulator is capable of supplying 8A of
continuous output current with an output voltage
adjustable down to 0.8V. The programmable on-time
from 100ns to 2.6µs, enables optimizing the configuration
for PCB area and efficiency.
The input voltage of AOZ2261QI-15 can be as low as
2.7V. The highest input voltage of AOZ2261QI-15 can be
28V. Constant on-time PWM with input feed-forward
control scheme results in ultra-fast transient response
while maintaining relatively constant switching frequency
over the entire input range. True AC current mode control
scheme guarantees the regulator can be stable with a
ceramic output capacitor. The switching frequency can
be externally programmed. Protection features include
VCC under-voltage lockout, current limit, output over
voltage and under voltage protection, short-circuit
protection, and thermal shutdown.
The AOZ2261QI-15 is available in 22-pin 4mm x 4mm
QFN package.
Enable and Soft Start
The AOZ2261QI-15 has external soft start feature to limit
in-rush current and ensure the output voltage ramps up
smoothly to regulation voltage. A soft start process
begins when VCC rises to 4.5V and voltage on EN pin is
HIGH. An internal current source charges the external
soft start capacitor; the FB voltage follows the voltage of
soft start pin (VSS) when it is lower than 0.8V. When VSS
is higher than 0.8V, the FB voltage is regulated by
internal precise band-gap voltage (0.8V). When VSS is
higher than 3.3V, the PGOOD signal is high. The soft
start time can be calculated by the following formula:
TSS(µs) = 330 x CSS(nF)
If CSS is 1nF, the soft start time will be 330µs; if CSS is
10nF, the soft start time will be 3.3ms.
Figure 1. Soft Start Sequence of AOZ2261QI-15
Constant-On-Time PWM Control with Input
Feed-Forward
The control algorithm of AOZ2261QI-15 is constant-on-
time PWM Control with input feed-forward.
The simplified control schematic is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. Simplified Control Schematic of AOZ2261QI-15
The high-side switch on-time is determined solely by a
one-shot whose pulse width can be programmed by one
external resistor and is inversely proportional to input
voltage (IN). The one-shot is triggered when the internal
0.8V is lower than the combined information of FB
voltage and the AC current information of inductor, which
is processed and obtained through the sensed lower-side
MOSFET current once it turns on. The added AC current
information can help the stability of constant-on time
control even with pure ceramic output capacitors, which
have very low ESR. The AC current information has no
DC offset, which does not cause offset with output load
change, which is fundamentally different from other V2
constant-on time control schemes.
The constant-on-time PWM control architecture is a
pseudo-fixed frequency with input voltage feed-forward.
The internal circuit of AOZ2261QI-15 sets the on-time of
high-side switch inversely proportional to the IN.
To achieve the flux balance of inductor, the buck
converter has the equation:
Once the product of VIN x TON is constant, the switching
frequency keeps constant and is independent with input
voltage.
An external resistor between the IN and TON pin sets the
switching on-time according to the following curves:
0.8V
FB Voltage/
AC Current
Information
Comp
Programmable
One-Shot
IN
PWM
+
–
TON RTON Ω()
VIN V()
-------------------------
∝(1)
FSW VOUT
VIN TON
×
---------------------------
=(2)
VSS=0.8V
VOUT
VSS
PGOOD
VSS=3.3V
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AOZ2261QI-15
Figure 3. TON vs. RTON Curves for AOZ2261QI-15
A further simplified equation will be:
If VOUT is 1.05V, VIN is 19V, and set FS = 500kHz.
According to equation 3, TON = 110ns is needed. Finally,
use the TON to RTON curve, we can find out RTON is
82kΩ.
This algorithm results in a nearly constant switching
frequency despite the lack of a fixed-frequency clock
generator.
True Current Mode Control
The constant-on-time control scheme is intrinsically
unstable if output capacitor’s ESR is not large enough as
an effective current-sense resistor. Ceramic capacitors
usually cannot be used as output capacitor.
The AOZ2261QI-15 senses the low-side MOSFET
current and processes it into DC and AC current
information using AOS proprietary technique. The AC
current information is decoded and added on the FB pin
on phase. With AC current information, the stability of
constant-on-time control is significantly improved even
without the help of output capacitor’s ESR, and thus the
pure ceramic capacitor solution can be applicable. The
pure ceramic capacitor solution can significantly reduce
the output ripple (no ESR caused overshoot and
undershoot) and less board area design.
Current-Limit Protection
The AOZ2261QI-15 uses the current-limit protection by
using RDSON of the lower MOSFET current sensing. To
detect real current information, a minimum constant-off
(300ns typical) is implemented after a constant-on time. If
the current exceeds the current-limit threshold, the PWM
controller is not allowed to initiate a new cycle. The actual
peak current is greater than the current-limit threshold by
an amount equal to the inductor ripple current. Therefore,
the exact current-limit characteristic and maximum load
capability are a function of the inductor value as well as
input and output voltages. The current limit will keep the
low-side MOSFET ON and will not allow another high-
side on-time, until the current in the low-side MOSFET
reduces below the current limit.
After 64 switching cycles, the AOZ2261QI-15 considers
this is a true failed condition and therefore, turns-off both
high-side and low-side MOSFETs and shuts down.
AOZ2261QI-15 enters hiccup mode to periodically restart
the part. When the current limit protection is removed, the
AOZ2261QI-15 exists hiccup mode.
Output Voltage Under-Voltage Protection
If the output voltage is lower than 70% by over-current or
short circuit, the AOZ2261QI-15 will wait for 32µs
(typical) and turns-off both high-side and low-side
MOSFETs and shuts down. When the output voltage
under-voltage protection is removed, the AOZ2261QI-15
restarts again.
Output Voltage Over-Voltage Protection
The threshold of OVP is set 20% higher than 0.8V. When
the VFB voltage exceeds the OVP threshold, the high-
side MOSFET is turned-off and the low-side MOSFETs is
turned-on at 1µs, then shuts down. When the output
voltage over-voltage protection is removed, the
AOZ2261QI-15 restarts again.
Power Good Output
The power good (PGOOD) output, which is an open
drain output, requires the pull-up resistor. When the
output voltage is 15% below than the nominal regulation
voltage, the PGOOD is pulled low. When the output
voltage is 20% higher than the nominal regulation
voltage, the PGOOD is also pulled low.
FSW kHz() VOUT V()
VIN V() TON ns()×
------------------------------------------------106
×=(3)
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When combined with the under-voltage-protection circuit,
this current limit method is effective in almost every
circumstance.
Application Information
The basic AOZ2261QI-15 application circuit is shown in
page 2. Component selection is explained below.
Input Capacitor
The input capacitor must be connected to the IN pins and
PGND pin of the AOZ2261QI-15 to maintain steady input
voltage and filter out the pulsing input current. A small
decoupling capacitor, usually 1µF, should be connected
to the VCC pin and AGND pin for stable operation of the
AOZ2261QI-15. The voltage rating of input capacitor
must be greater than maximum input voltage plus ripple
voltage.
The input ripple voltage can be approximated by
equation below:
Since the input current is discontinuous in a buck
converter, the current stress on the input capacitor is
another concern when selecting the capacitor. For a buck
circuit, the RMS value of input capacitor current can be
calculated by:
if let m equal the conversion ratio:
The relation between the input capacitor RMS current
and voltage conversion ratio is calculated and shown in
Figure 4. It can be seen that when VO is half of VIN, CIN is
under the worst current stress. The worst current stress
on CIN is 0.5 x IO.
Figure 4. ICIN vs. Voltage Conversion Ratio
For reliable operation and best performance, the input
capacitors must have current rating higher than ICIN-RMS
at worst operating conditions. Ceramic capacitors are
preferred for input capacitors because of their low ESR
and high ripple current rating. Depending on the
application circuits, other low ESR tantalum capacitor or
aluminum electrolytic capacitor may also be used. When
selecting ceramic capacitors, X5R or X7R type dielectric
ceramic capacitors are preferred for their better
temperature and voltage characteristics. Note that the
ripple current rating from capacitor manufactures is
based on certain amount of life time. Further de-rating
may be necessary for practical design requirement.
Inductor
The inductor is used to supply constant current to output
when it is driven by a switching voltage. For given input
and output voltage, inductance and switching frequency
together decide the inductor ripple current, which is:
The peak inductor current is:
High inductance gives low inductor ripple current but
requires a larger size inductor to avoid saturation. Low
ripple current reduces inductor core losses. It also
reduces RMS current through inductor and switches,
which results in less conduction loss. Usually, peak to
peak ripple current on inductor is designed to be 30% to
50% of output current.
When selecting the inductor, make sure it is able to
handle the peak current without saturation even at the
highest operating temperature.
ΔVIN IO
fC
IN
×
----------------- 1VO
VIN
---------
–



VO
VIN
---------
××=
ICIN_RMS IOVO
VIN
---------1VO
VIN
---------
–



×=
VO
VIN
---------m=
ΔILVO
fL×
-----------1VO
VIN
---------
–



×=
ILpeak IO
ΔIL
2
--------
+=
0
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0 0.5 1
m
I
CIN_RMS
(m)
I
O
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The inductor takes the highest current in a buck circuit.
The conduction loss on the inductor needs to be checked
for thermal and efficiency requirements.
Surface mount inductors in different shapes and styles
are available from Coilcraft, Elytone and Murata.
Shielded inductors are small and radiate less EMI noise,
but they do cost more than unshielded inductors. The
choice depends on EMI requirement, price and size.
Output Capacitor
The output capacitor is selected based on the DC output
voltage rating, output ripple voltage specification and
ripple current rating.
The selected output capacitor must have a higher rated
voltage specification than the maximum desired output
voltage including ripple. De-rating needs to be
considered for long term reliability.
Output ripple voltage specification is another important
factor for selecting the output capacitor. In a buck con-
verter circuit, output ripple voltage is determined by
inductor value, switching frequency, output capacitor
value and ESR. It can be calculated by the equation
below:
where,
CO is output capacitor value and
ESRCO is the Equivalent Series Resistor of output capacitor.
When a low ESR ceramic capacitor is used as output
capacitor, the impedance of the capacitor at the
switching frequency dominates. Output ripple is mainly
caused by capacitor value and inductor ripple current.
The output ripple voltage calculation can be simplified to:
If the impedance of ESR at switching frequency
dominates, the output ripple voltage is mainly decided by
capacitor ESR and inductor ripple current. The output
ripple voltage calculation can be further simplified to:
For lower output ripple voltage across the entire
operating temperature range, X5R or X7R dielectric type
of ceramic, or other low ESR tantalum are recommended
to be used as output capacitors.
In a buck converter, output capacitor current is
continuous. The RMS current of output capacitor is
decided by the peak to peak inductor ripple current.
It can be calculated by:
Usually, the ripple current rating of the output capacitor is
a smaller issue because of the low current stress. When
the buck inductor is selected to be very small and
inductor ripple current is high, the output capacitor could
be overstressed.
Thermal Management and Layout
Consideration
In the AOZ2261QI-15 buck regulator circuit, high pulsing
current flows through two circuit loops. The first loop
starts from the input capacitors, to the VIN pin, to the LX
pins, to the filter inductor, to the output capacitor and
load, and then returns to the input capacitor through
ground. Current flows in the first loop when the high side
switch is on. The second loop starts from the inductor, to
the output capacitors and load, to the low side switch.
Current flows in the second loop when the low side
switch is on.
In PCB layout, minimizing the two loops area reduces the
noise of this circuit and improves efficiency. A ground
plane is strongly recommended to connect the input
capacitor, output capacitor and PGND pin of the
AOZ2261QI-15.
In the AOZ2261QI-15 buck regulator circuit, the major
power dissipating components are the AOZ2261QI-15
and output inductor. The total power dissipation of the
converter circuit can be measured by input power minus
output power.
The power dissipation of inductor can be approximately
calculated by output current and DCR of inductor and
output current.
The actual junction temperature can be calculated with
power dissipation in the AOZ2261QI-15 and thermal
impedance from junction to ambient.
The maximum junction temperature of AOZ2261QI-15 is
150ºC, which limits the maximum load current capability.
The thermal performance of the AOZ2261QI-15 is
strongly affected by the PCB layout. Extra care should be
ΔVOΔILESRCO 1
8fC
O
××
-------------------------
+


×=
ΔVOΔIL1
8fC
O
××
-------------------------
×=
ΔVOΔILESRCO
×=
ICO_RMS
ΔIL
12
----------
=
Ptotal_loss VIN IIN VOIO
×–×=
Pinductor_loss IO2Rinductor 1.1××=
Tjunction Ptotal_loss Pinductor_loss
–()Θ
JA
×=
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taken by users during design process to ensure that the
IC will operate under the recommended environmental
conditions.
Layout Considerations
Several layout tips are listed below for the best electric
and thermal performance.
1. The LX pins and pad are connected to internal low
side switch drain. They are low resistance thermal
conduction path and most noisy switching node.
Connect a large copper plane to LX pin to help
thermal dissipation.
2. The IN pins and pad are connected to internal high
side switch drain. They are also low resistance
thermal conduction path. Connect a large copper
plane to IN pins to help thermal dissipation.
3. Input capacitors should be connected to the IN pin
and the PGND pin as close as possible to reduce the
switching spikes.
4. Decoupling capacitor CVCC should be connected to
VCC and AGND as close as possible.
5. Voltage divider R1 and R2 should be placed as close
as possible to FB and AGND.
6. RTON should be connected as close as possible to
Pin 6 (TON pin).
7. A ground plane is preferred; Pin 19 (PGND) must be
connected to the ground plane through via.
8. Keep sensitive signal traces such as feedback trace
far away from the LX pins.
9. Pour copper plane on all unused board area and
connect it to stable DC nodes, like VIN, GND or
VOUT.
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Package Dimensions, QFN 4x4, 22 Lead EP2_S
TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEW
BOTTOM VIEW
Notes:
1. Controlling dimensions are in millimeters. Converted inch dimensions are not necessarily exact.
2. Tolerance: ± 0.05 unless otherwise specified.
3. Radius on all corners is 0.152 max., unless otherwise specified.
4. Package wrapage: 0.012 max.
5. No plastic flash allowed on the top and bottom lead surface.
6. Pad planarity: ± 0.102
7. Crack between plastic body and lead is not allowed.
RECOMMENDED LAND PATTERN Dimensions in millimeters Dimensions in inches
UNIT: MM
Symbols Min. Typ. Max.
A
A1
A2
E
E1
E2
E3
D
D1
D2
D3
L
L1
L2
L3
L4
L5
b
e
0.80
0.00
3.90
2.95
1.65
2.95
3.90
0.65
0.75
1.10
0.35
0.57
0.23
0.57
0.30
0.17
0.20
0.90
—
0.2 REF
4.00
3.05
1.75
3.05
4.00
0.75
0.85
1.20
0.40
0.62
0.28
0.62
0.35
0.27
0.25
0.50 BSC
1.00
0.05
4.10
3.15
1.85
3.15
4.10
0.85
0.95
1.30
0.45
0.67
0.33
0.67
0.40
0.37
0.30
Symbols Min. Typ. Max.
A
A1
A2
E
E1
E2
E3
D
D1
D2
D3
L
L1
L2
L3
L4
L5
b
e
0.031
0.000
0.153
0.116
0.065
0.116
0.153
0.026
0.029
0.043
0.014
0.022
0.009
0.022
0.012
0.007
0.008
0.035
—
0.008 REF
0.157
0.120
0.069
0.120
0.157
0.030
0.033
0.047
0.016
0.024
0.011
0.024
0.014
0.011
0.010
0.020 BSC
0.039
0.002
0.161
0.124
0.073
0.124
0.161
0.034
0.037
0.051
0.018
0.026
0.013
0.026
0.016
0.015
0.012
D2 D3
L5
L1
L
E3
b
L3
D1D1
L4
L2
E2
E1
e
L5
D
Pin #1 Dot
By Marking
E
A1
A
A2
0.60
0.50
0.45
0.25 0.25
0.22
3.10
2.75 3.10
3.43
0.27
0.75
0.85
0.25
0.75
1.20
1.00
0.04
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AOZ2261QI-15
Tape and Reel Dimensions, QFN 4x4
Carrier Tape
Reel
Tape Size
12mm
Reel Size
ø330
M
ø330.0
±2.0
N
ø79.0
±1.0
UNIT: mm
G
M
W1
S
K
H
N
W
V
R
Trailer Tape
300mm min.
Components Tape
Orientation in Pocket
Leader Tape
500mm min.
H
ø13.0
±0.5
W
12.4
+2.0/-0.0
W1
17.0
+2.6/-1.2
K
10.5
±0.2
S
2.0
±0.5
G
—
R
—
V
—
Leader/Trailer and Orientation
UNIT: mm
P1
D1 P2
B0
P0 D0
E2
E1
E
A0 Feeding Direction
Package A0 B0 K0 EE1E2
D0 D1 P0 P1 P2 T
4.35
±0.10 ±0.10
4.35
±0.10
1.10 1.50 1.50 12.00
±0.10
1.75
±0.05
5.50
±0.10
8.00
±0.10
4.00
±0.05
2.00
±0.05
0.30
±0.30
+0.10/-0Min.
QFN 4x4
(12mm)
T
K0
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Part Marking
Part Number Code
Assembly Lot Code
Fab & Assembly Location
Year & Week Code
Z2261QIF
FAYWLT
AOZ2261QI-15
(QFN4x4)
Part Number
AOZ2261QI-10
AOZ2261QI-11
AOZ2261QI-12
AOZ2261QI-13
AOZ2261QI-14
AOZ2261QI-15
AOZ2261QI-16
AOZ2261QI-17
Part Number Code of Marking
Z2261QIA
Z2261QIB
Z2261QIC
Z2261QID
Z2261QIE
Z2261QIF
Z2261QIG
Z2261QIH
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