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LM27402 High-Performance Synchronous Buck Controller With DCR Current Sensing

1 Features

1• Wide Input-Voltage Range of 3 V to 20 V

• Inductor DCR or Shunt Resistor Based

Overcurrent Protection

• 0.6-V Reference With ±1% FB Accuracy Across

Full –40°C to 125°C Junction Temperature Range

• Switching Frequency from 200 kHz to 1.2 MHz

• Output Voltage as High as 95% of Input Voltage

• Integrated High-Current MOSFET Drivers

• Internal VDD Bias Supply LDO Subregulator

• External Clock Synchronization

• Adjustable Soft Start With External Capacitor

• Prebiased Start-up Capability

• Power Supply Tracking

• Voltage-Mode Control With Line Feedforward

• Open-Drain Power-Good Indicator

• Precision Enable With Hysteresis

• 16-Pin HTSSOP and WQFN Packages

• Create a Custom Design Using the LM27402 With

the WEBENCH®Power Designer

2 Applications

• High-Current, Low-Voltage Supply for FPGA and

ASIC

• General-Purpose, High-Current Buck Converters

• DC/DC Converters and POL Modules

• Telecom, Datacom, Networking, Distributed Power

Architectures

• Cryptocurrency Miners (Bitcoin, Ethereum,

Litecoin)

3 Description

The LM27402 is a voltage-mode, synchronous,

DC/DC step-down controller with lossless inductor

DCR current sensing capability. Sensing the inductor

current eliminates the need to add resistive

powertrain elements, which increases overall

efficiency and facilitates accurate, continuous current

sensing. A 0.6-V ±1% voltage reference enables high

accuracy and low voltage capability at the output. An

input operating voltage range of 3 V to 20 V makes

the LM27402 suitable for a large variety of input rails.

The LM27402 voltage-mode control loop incorporates

input voltage feed forward to maintain stability

throughout the entire input-voltage range. The

switching frequency is adjustable from 200 kHz to

1.2 MHz. Dual, high-current, integrated MOSFET

drivers support large QG, low RDS(on) power

MOSFETs. A power-good indicator provides power-

rail-sequencing capability and output fault detection.

An adjustable external soft start limits inrush current

and provides monotonic output control during start-

up. Other features include external tracking of other

power supplies, integrated LDO bias supply, and

synchronization capability.

Device Information(1)

PART NUMBER PACKAGE BODY SIZE (NOM)

LM27402 WQFN (16) 4.00 mm × 4.00 mm

HTSSOP (16) 5.00 mm × 4.40 mm

(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at

the end of the data sheet.

Typical Application Circuit

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Table of Contents

1 Features.................................................................. 1

2 Applications ........................................................... 1

3 Description............................................................. 1

4 Revision History..................................................... 2

5 Pin Configuration and Functions......................... 3

6 Specifications......................................................... 4

6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ..................................... 4

6.2 ESD Ratings.............................................................. 4

6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions ...................... 5

6.4 Thermal Information.................................................. 5

6.5 Electrical Characteristics........................................... 5

6.6 Timing Requirements................................................ 7

6.7 Switching Characteristics.......................................... 7

6.8 Typical Performance Characteristics ........................ 8

7 Detailed Description............................................ 12

7.1 Overview................................................................. 12

7.2 Functional Block Diagram....................................... 12

7.3 Feature Description................................................. 13

7.4 Device Functional Modes........................................ 16

8 Application and Implementation ........................ 18

8.1 Application Information............................................ 18

8.2 Typical Applications ............................................... 32

9 Power Supply Recommendations...................... 37

10 Layout................................................................... 37

10.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 37

10.2 Layout Example .................................................... 40

11 Device and Documentation Support................. 41

11.1 Device Support...................................................... 41

11.2 Documentation Support ........................................ 41

11.3 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates 41

11.4 Community Resources.......................................... 42

11.5 Trademarks........................................................... 42

11.6 Electrostatic Discharge Caution............................ 42

11.7 Glossary................................................................ 42

12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable

Information........................................................... 42

4 Revision History

NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.

Changes from Revision J (July 2015) to Revision K Page

• Added "Cryptocurrency Miners (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin" to Applications; add links for WEBENCH .............................. 1

Changes from Revision I (March 2013) to Revision J Page

• Added ESD Ratings table, Feature Description section, Device Functional Modes,Application and Implementation

section, Power Supply Recommendations section, Layout section, Device and Documentation Support section, and

Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information section. ................................................................................................ 1

Changes from Revision H (March 2013) to Revision I Page

• Changed layout of National Data Sheet to TI format ........................................................................................................... 36

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5 6 7 8

SS/TRACK

COMP

FADJ

SYNC

VIN

PGOOD

VDD

GND

CS+

CS-

CBOOT

CS+

CS-

SS/TRACK

COMP

FADJ

SYNC

EN PGOOD

VIN

GND

VDD

CBOOT

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5 Pin Configuration and Functions

PWP Package

16-Pin HTSSOP

Top View

RUM Package

16-Pin WQFN

Top View

(1) P= Power, G = Ground, I = Input, O = Output

Pin Functions

PIN I/O(1) DESCRIPTION

NAME HTSSOP WQFN

CBOOT 16 13 P High-side gate driver supply rail. Connect a 100-nF ceramic capacitor from CBOOT to

SW and a Schottky diode from VDD to CBOOT.

COMP 5 3 O Output of the internal error amplifier. The COMP voltage is compared to an internally

generated ramp at the PWM comparator to establish the duty cycle command.

CS+ 1 16 I Current sense positive input. This pin is the noninverting input to the current-sense

comparator.

CS– 2 15 I Current sense negative input. This pin is the inverting input to the current-sense

comparator. 10-µA of nominal offset current is provided for adjustable current limit

setpoint.

EN 8 5 I LM27402 enable pin. Apply a voltage typically higher than 1.17 V to EN and the

LM27402 will begin to switch if VIN and VDD have exceeded their UVLO thresholds.

A hysteresis of 100 mV on EN provides noise immunity. EN is internally tied to VDD

through a 2-µA pullup current source. EN must not exceed the voltage on VDD.

FADJ 6 4 I Frequency adjust input. The switching frequency is programmable between 200 kHz

and 1.2 MHz by connecting a resistor between FADJ and GND.

FB 4 2 I Feedback input. Inverting input to the error amplifier to set the output voltage and

compensate the voltage-mode control loop.

GND 11 9 G Common ground connection. This pin provides the power and signal return

connections for analog functions, including low-side MOSFET gate return, soft-start

capacitor, and frequency adjust resistor.

HG 15 14 O High-side MOSFET gate drive output.

LG 13 11 O Low-side MOSFET gate drive output.

PGOOD 9 8 O

Power Good monitor output. This open-drain output goes low during overcurrent,

short-circuit, UVLO, output overvoltage and undervoltage, overtemperature, or when

the output is not regulated (such as an output prebias). An external pullup resistor to

VDD or to an external rail is required. Included is a 20-μs deglitch filter. The PGOOD

voltage should not exceed 5.5 V.

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PIN I/O(1) DESCRIPTION

NAME HTSSOP WQFN

SS/TRACK 3 1 I/O

Soft-start or tracking input. A start-up rate is defined with the use of an external soft-

start capacitor from SS/TRACK to GND. A +3-µA current source charges the soft-start

capacitor to set the output voltage rise time during start-up. SS/TRACK can also be

controlled with an external voltage source for tracking applications. SS/TRACK

voltage must not exceed the voltage on VDD.

SW 14 12 P Power stage switch-node connection and return path for the high-side gate driver.

SYNC 7 6 I

Frequency synchronization input. Apply an external clock signal to SYNC to set the

switching frequency. The SYNC frequency must be greater than the frequency set by

the FADJ pin. If the signal is not present, the switching frequency will decrease to the

frequency set by the FADJ resistor. SYNC must not exceed the voltage on VDD and

must be tied to GND if not used.

VDD 12 10 P

Internal sub-regulated 4.5-V bias supply. VDD is used to supply the voltage on

CBOOT to facilitate high-side MOSFET switching. Connect a 1-µF ceramic capacitor

from VDD to GND as close as possible to the LM27402. VDD cannot be connected to

a separate voltage rail. However, VDD can be connected to VIN to provide increased

gate drive only if VIN ≤5.5 V. Use A 1-Ω, 1-µF input filter for increased noise rejection.

VIN 10 7 P

Input voltage supply rail with an operating range is 3 V to 20 V. This input is used to

provide the feedforward modulation for output voltage control and for generating the

internal bias supply voltage. Decouple VIN to GND locally with a 1-μF ceramic

capacitor. For better noise rejection, connect to the power stage input rail with an RC

filter.

EP – – P Exposed pad. Connect this pad to the PCB GND plane using multiple thermal vias.

(1) 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.

(2) If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/Distributors for availability and

specifications.

(3) Unless otherwise specified, voltages are from the indicated pins to GND.

6 Specifications

6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings

over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)(1)(2)(3)

MIN MAX UNIT

VIN, CS+, CS–, SW to GND –0.3 22 V

SW to GND less than 20ns Transients –3 22 V

VDD, PGOOD to GND –0.3 6 V

EN, SYNC, SS/TRACK, FADJ, COMP, FB, LG to GND –0.3 VVDD V

CBOOT to GND –0.3 24 V

CBOOT to SW –0.3 6 V

CS+ to CS– –2 2 V

Operating Junction Temperature –40 150 °C

Lead Temperature (Soldering, 10 sec) 260 °C

Storage Temperature –65 150 °C

(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.

(2) The human body model is a 100-pF capacitor discharged through a 1.5-kΩresistor to each pin.

(3) JEDEC document JEP157 states that 250-V CDM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.

6.2 ESD Ratings VALUE UNIT

V(ESD) Electrostatic discharge Human-body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001(1)(2) ±2000 V

Charged-device model (CDM), per JEDEC specification JESD22-

C101(3) ±1000

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(1) VDD is the output of an internal linear regulator. Under normal operating conditions where VIN is greater than 5.5 V, VDD must not be

connected to any external voltage source. In an application where VIN is between 3.0 V and 5.5 V, connecting VIN to VDD maximizes

the bias supply rail voltage. In order to have better noise rejection under these conditions, a 1-Ωand 1-µF RC input filter to VDD may be

used.

6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions MIN MAX UNIT

VIN(1) VDD powered by internal LDO 3.0 20 V

VDD tied to VIN 3.0 5.5

VDD 2.2 5.5 V

SS/TRACK, SYNC, EN 0 VVDD V

PGOOD 0 5.5 V

Junction Temperature –40 125 °C

(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application

report, SPRA953.

(2) Tested on a four layer JEDEC board. Four vias are provided under the WQFN exposed pad and nine vias are provided under the

HTSSOP exposed pad.

6.4 Thermal Information

THERMAL METRIC(1) LM27402

UNITRUM (WQFN) PWP (HTSSOP)

16 PINS 16 PINS

RθJA Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance 35.3(2) 39.8(2) °C/W

RθJC(top) Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance 32.7 25.6 °C/W

RθJB Junction-to-board thermal resistance 12.9 18.8 °C/W

ψJT Junction-to-top characterization parameter 0.3 0.7 °C/W

ψJB Junction-to-board characterization parameter 13.0 18.6 °C/W

RθJC(bot) Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance 3.3 2.5 °C/W

6.5 Electrical Characteristics

Unless otherwise stated, the following conditions apply: VVIN = 12 V. Limits in standard type are for TJ= 25°C only. Minimum

and maximum limits are specified through test, design, or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely

parametric norm at TJ= 25°C and are provided for reference purposes only.

PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNIT

OPERATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

IQQuiescent Current VFB = 0.6 V (not switching), TJ= 25°C 4.5 mA

VFB = 0.6 V (not switching), TJ= –40°C

to +125°C 6

IQSD Quiescent Current In Shutdown VEN = 0 V, TJ= 25°C 25 µA

VEN = 0 V, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 45

UVLO

UVLO Input Under Voltage Lockout VVIN Rising, VVDD Rising, TJ= 25°C 2.9 V

VVIN Rising, VVDD Rising, TJ= –40°C to

+125°C 2.7 2.99

UVLOHYS UVLO Hysteresis VVIN Falling, VVDD Falling 300 mV

REFERENCE

VFB Feedback Voltage TJ= 25°C 0.600 V

TJ= –40°C to +125°C 0.594 0.606

IFB Feedback Pin Bias Current VFB = 0.65 V –50 0 50 nA

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Electrical Characteristics (continued)

Unless otherwise stated, the following conditions apply: VVIN = 12 V. Limits in standard type are for TJ= 25°C only. Minimum

and maximum limits are specified through test, design, or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely

parametric norm at TJ= 25°C and are provided for reference purposes only.

PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNIT

SWITCHING

FSW Switching Frequency

RFADJ = 4.12 kΩ, TJ= 25°C 1150 kHz

RFADJ = 4.12 kΩ, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 950 1350

RFADJ = 20 kΩ, TJ= 25°C 500 kHz

RFADJ = 4.12 kΩ, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 400 0 600

RFADJ = 95.3 kΩ, TJ= 25°C 214 kHz

RFADJ = 4.12 kΩ, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 175 265

DMAX Maximum Duty Cycle FSW = 300 kHz, TJ= 25°C 95%

FSW = 300 kHz, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 93%

VDD SUB-REGULATOR

VDD Sub-Regulator Output Voltage IDD = 25 mA, TJ= 25°C 4.5 V

IDD = 25 mA, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 4 5

ERROR AMPLIFIER

BW–3dB Open Loop Bandwidth 2 MHz

AVOL Error Amp DC Gain 50 dB

VSLEW_RISE Error Amplifier Rising Slew Rate VFB = 0.5 V 5 V/µs

VSLEW_FALL Error Amplifier Falling Slew Rate VFB = 0.7 V 3 V/µs

ISOURCE COMP Source Current VFB = 0.5 V 8 12 mA

ISINK COMP Sink Current VFB = 0.7 V 4 12 mA

VCOMP_MAX Max COMP Voltage VFB = 0.5 V 3.1 V

VCOMP_MIN Min COMP Voltage VFB = 0.7 V 0.5 V

OVER CURRENT

VOFFSET Comparator Voltage Offset TJ= 25°C 0 mV

TJ= –40°C to +125°C –5 5

ICS– Current Limit Offset Current VCS– = 5 V, TJ= 25°C 10 µA

VCS– = 5 V, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 9.5 10.5

GATE DRIVE

RDSON1 High-Side FET Driver pullup On

Resistance VCBOOT – VSW = 4.7 V, IHG = +100 mA 1.7 Ω

RDSON2 High-Side FET Driver pulldown On

Resistance VCBOOT – VSW = 4.7 V, IHG = –100 mA 1.2 Ω

RDSON3 Low-Side FET Driver pullup On

Resistance VVDD = 4.7 V, ILG = +100 mA 1.7 Ω

RDSON4 Low-Side FET Driver pulldown On

Resistance VVDD = 4.7 V, ILG = –100 mA 1Ω

SOFT-START

ISS Soft-Start Source Current VSS/TRACK = 0 V, TJ= 25°C 3 µA

VSS/TRACK = 0 V, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 2 4

RSS_PD Soft-Start pulldown Resistance VSS/TRACK = 0.6 V 288 Ω

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Electrical Characteristics (continued)

Unless otherwise stated, the following conditions apply: VVIN = 12 V. Limits in standard type are for TJ= 25°C only. Minimum

and maximum limits are specified through test, design, or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely

parametric norm at TJ= 25°C and are provided for reference purposes only.

PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNIT

POWERGOOD

IPGS PGOOD Low Sink Current VPGOOD = 0.2 V, VFB = 0.75 V, TJ= 25°C 60 µA

VPGOOD = 0.2 V, VFB = 0.75 V, TJ=

–40°C to +125°C 0 100

IPGL PGOOD Leakage Current VPGOOD = 5 V 1 10 µA

OVT Overvoltage Threshold VFB Rising, TJ= 25°C 117%

VFB Rising, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 114% 120%

OVT_HYS OVT Hysteresis VFB Falling 2%

UVT Undervoltage Threshold VFB Rising , TJ= 25°C 94%

VFB Rising, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 91% 97%

UVT_HYS UVT Hysteresis VFB Falling 3%

ENABLE

VEN Enable Logic High Threshold VEN Rising, TJ= 25°C 1.17 V

VEN Rising, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 1.10 1.24

VEN_HYS Enable Hysteresis VEN Falling 100 mV

IEN Enable Pin pullup Current VEN = 0 V 2 µA

FREQUENCY SYNCHRONIZATION

VLH_SYNC SYNC Pin Logic High VVDD = 4.7 V, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 2.0 V

VLL_SYNC SYNC Pin Logic Low VVDD = 4.7 V, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 0.8 V

SYNCFSW_L Minimum Clock Sync Frequency TJ= –40°C to +125°C 200 kHz

SYNCFSW_H Maximum Clock Sync Frequency TJ= –40°C to +125°C 1200 kHz

THERMAL SHUTDOWN

TSHD Thermal Shutdown Temperature Rising 165 °C

TSHD_HYS Thermal Shutdown Hysteresis Temperature Falling 15 °C

6.6 Timing Requirements MIN NOM MAX UNIT

SOFT-START

TSS_INT Internal Soft-Start Time 1.28 ms

POWERGOOD

TDEGLITCH Deglitch Time VPGOOD Rising and Falling 20 µs

6.7 Switching Characteristics

over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)

PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNIT

SWITCHING

TOFF_MIN Minimum Off Time VFB = 0.5 V, TJ= 25°C 165 ns

VFB = 0.5 V, TJ= –40°C to +125°C 125 5 205

GATE DRIVE

TDT Deadtime Timeout FSW = 500 kHz 40 ns

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6.8 Typical Performance Characteristics

Unless otherwise stated, all data sheet curves were recorded using Example Circuit 1. VIN = 12 V.

Figure 1. Efficiency (Vout = 1.5 V) Figure 2. Efficiency (Vout = 5 V, Example Circuit 2)

Figure 3. Efficiency (Vout = 3.3 V, Example Circuit 2)Figure 4. Load Regulation (Vout = 1.5 V)

Figure 5. Line Regulation (Vout = 1.5 V) Figure 6. VDD Voltage vs Temperature (IVDD = 25 mA)

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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)

Unless otherwise stated, all data sheet curves were recorded using Example Circuit 1. VIN = 12 V.

Figure 7. Frequency vs Temperature (RFADJ = 20 kΩ) Figure 8. Frequency vs RFADJ

Figure 9. CS– Current Source vs Temperature Figure 10. Deadtime vs Temperature

Figure 11. CS– Current Source Compliance Voltage

Horizontal Scale: 100 µs/DIV

Figure 12. Load Transient

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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)

Unless otherwise stated, all data sheet curves were recorded using Example Circuit 1. VIN = 12 V.

Horizontal Scale: 2 ms/DIV

Figure 13. Start-up Waveforms Horizontal Scale: 2 ms/DIV

Figure 14. Pre-Bias Start-up

Horizontal Scale: 2 ms/DIV

Figure 15. OCP Hiccup Horizontal Scale: 400 ns/DIV

Figure 16. Frequency Synchronization

Horizontal Scale: 2 ms/DIVFigure 17. Tracking Figure 18. Shutdown Quiescent Current vs Temperature

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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)

Unless otherwise stated, all data sheet curves were recorded using Example Circuit 1. VIN = 12 V.

Figure 19. Quiescent Current vs Temperature Figure 20. Feedback Voltage vs Temperature

VIN

2.90 V VIN UVLO

1.17 V

4.5 V

THERMAL

SHUTDOWN

VIN

VDD

2.90 V

PLL AND VCO

SYNC

FADJ

ENABLE

CLOCK

DIGITAL SOFT-

START

COUNTER

0.6 V

REFERENCE

AND LOGIC

SS/TRACK

VDD

3 Aμ

RAMP

VIN

PWM

DRIVER, LEVEL SHIFTER

AND FAULT LOGIC

CS+

PGOOD

CS-

10 Aμ

CBOOT

GND

VDD

702 mV

546 mV

COMP

VIN

OVP

UVP

HICCUP LOGIC

RESET

OCP

VIN

2 Aμ

546 mV +

VDD

UVLO

GND

KFF = 0.143

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7 Detailed Description

7.1 Overview

The LM27402 is a feature-rich, easy-to-use, single-phase, synchronous PWM DC/Dc step-down controller

capable of providing an ultrahigh current output for demanding POL applications. An input voltage range of 3 V to

20 V is compatible with a wide range of intermediate bus system rails and battery chemistries, especially 3.3-V,

5-V, and 12-V inputs. The output voltage is adjustable from 0.6 V to as high as 95% of the input voltage, with

better than ±1% feedback system regulation accuracy over the full junction temperature range. With an

adjustable inductor DCR based current limit setpoint, ferrite and composite cored inductors with low DCR and

small footprint can be specified to maximize efficiency and reduce power loss. High-current gate drivers with

adaptive deadtime are used for the high-side and low-side power MOSFETs to provide further efficiency gains.

The LM27402 employs a voltage-mode control loop with input voltage feedforward to accurately regulate the

output voltage over substantial load, line, and temperature ranges. The switching frequency is programmable

between 200 kHz and 1.2 MHz through a resistor or an external synchronization signal. The LM27402 is

available in thermally-enhanced WQFN-16 and HTSSOP-16 packages with 0.65-mm lead pitch. The device

offers high levels of integration by including MOSFET gate drivers, a low dropout (LDO) bias supply regulator,

and comprehensive fault protection features to enable highly flexible, reliable, energy-efficient, and high density

regulator solutions. Multiple fault conditions are accommodated, including overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent,

and overtemperature.

7.2 Functional Block Diagram

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7.3 Feature Description

7.3.1 Wide Input Voltage Range

The LM27402 operating input voltage range is from 3 V to 20 V. The device is intended for POL conversions

from 3.3-V, 5-V, and 12-V unregulated, semiregulated and fully regulated supply rails. It is also suitable for

connection to intermediate bus converters with output rails centered at 12 V and 9.6 V (derived from 4:1 and 5:1

primary-secondary transformer step-downs in nonregulated full-bridge converter topologies) and voltage levels

intrinsic to a wide variety of battery chemistries.

The LM27402 uses an internal LDO subregulator to provide a 4.5-V bias rail for the gate drive and control circuits

(assuming the input voltage is higher than 4.5 V plus the necessary subregulator dropout specification).

Naturally, it can be more favorable to connect VDD directly to the input during low input voltage operation

(VVIN < 5.5 V). In summary, connecting VDD to VIN during low input voltage operation provides a greater gate

drive voltage level and thus an inherent efficiency benefit. However, by virtue of the low subregulator dropout

voltage, this VDD to VIN connection is not mandatory, thus enabling input ranges from 3 V up to 20 V.

In general, the subregulator is rated to drive the two internal gate driver stages in addition to the quiescent

current associated with the operation of the LM27402. VDD and VIN pins of the LM27402 can be tied together if

the input voltage is ensured not to exceed 5.5 V (absolute maximum 6 V). This connection bypasses the internal

LDO bias regulator and eliminates the LDO dropout voltage and power dissipation. An RC filter from the input rail

to the VIN pin, for example 2.2 Ωand 1 µF, presents supplementary filtering at the VIN pin. Low gate threshold

voltage MOSFETs are recommended for this configuration.

7.3.2 UVLO

An undervoltage lockout is built into the LM27402 that allows the device to only switch if the input voltage (VIN)

and the internal sub-regulated voltage (VDD) both exceed 2.9 V. A UVLO hysteresis of 300 mV on both VDD and

VIN prevents power-on and -off anomalies related to input voltage deviations.

7.3.3 Precision Enable

The EN pin of the LM27402 allows the output to be toggled on and off and is a precision analog input. When the

EN voltage exceeds 1.17 V, the controller initiates the soft-start sequence as long as the input voltage and sub-

regulated voltage have exceeded their UVLO thresholds of 2.9 V. The EN pin has an absolute maximum voltage

rating of 6.0 V and should not exceed the voltage on VDD. There is an internal 2 µA pullup current source

connected to the EN pin. If EN is open, the LM27402 turns on automatically if VIN and VDD exceed 2.9 V. If the

EN voltage is held below 0.8 V, the LM27402 enters a deep shutdown state where the internal bias circuitry is

off. The quiescent current is approximately 35 µA in deep shutdown. The EN pin has 100 mV of hysteresis to

reject noise and allow the pin to be resistively coupled to the input voltage or sequenced with other rails.

7.3.4 Soft-Start and Voltage Tracking

When the EN pin exceeds 1.17 V and both VIN and VDD exceed their UVLO thresholds, the LM27402 begins

charging the output linearly to the voltage level dictated by the feedback resistor network. The soft-start time is

set by connecting a capacitor from SS/TRACK to GND. After EN exceeds 1.17 V, an internal 3-µA current source

begins to linearly charge the soft-start capacitor. Soft-start allows the user to limit inrush currents related to high

output capacitance and output slew rate. If a soft-start capacitor is not used, the LM27402 defaults to a digitally-

controlled star-tup time of 1.28 ms. The SS/TRACK pin can also be used to ratiometrically or coincidentally track

an external voltage source. See the Setting the Soft-Start Time and Tracking sections for more information.

7.3.5 Output Voltage Setpoint and Accuracy

The reference voltage seen at the FB pin is set at 0.6 V, and a feedback system accuracy of ±1% over the full

junction temperature range is met. Junction temperature range for the LM27402 is –40°C to +125°C. While

somewhat dependent on frequency and load current levels, the LM27402 is generally capable of providing output

voltages in the range of 0.6 V to a maximum of greater than 90% VIN. The dc output voltage during normal

operation is set by the feedback resistor network connected to VOUT.

VSS/TRACK

VFB

VENABLE

VPGOOD

VSW

OVP UVP PRE-BIASED

STARTUP CONDITION

CURRENT LIMIT

CURRENT LIMIT LEVEL (ILIMIT)

DISABLE

VOVT

VUVT

TPGOOD (20 Ps)

0.6 V

VOVTHYS

VUVTHYS

Soft-Start Time

HIGH GATE

CUTOFF

(0.6 V)

0.0 V

HICCUP

(1.28 ms)

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7.3.6 Voltage-Mode Control

The LM27402 incorporates a voltage-mode control loop implementation with input voltage feedforward to

eliminate the input voltage dependence of the PWM modulator gain. This configuration allows the controller to

maintain stability throughout the entire input voltage operating range and provides for optimal response to input

voltage transient disturbances. The constant gain provided by the controller greatly simplifies feedback loop

design because loop characteristics remain constant as the input voltage changes, unlike a buck converter

without voltage feedforward. An increase in input voltage is matched by a concomitant increase in ramp voltage

amplitude to maintain constant modulator gain. The input voltage feedforward gain, kFF, is 1/7, equivalent to the

ramp amplitude divided by the input voltage, VRAMP/VIN. See the Control Loop Compensation section for more

detail.

7.3.7 Power Good

Figure 21. Power Good Behavior

The PGOOD flag of the LM27402 is used to signal when the output is out of regulation or during nonregulated

pre-biased conditions. This means that current limit, UVLO, overvoltage threshold, undervoltage threshold, or a

non-regulated output will cause the PGOOD pin to pull low. To prevent glitches to PGOOD, a 20-μs deglitch filter

is built into the LM27402. Figure 21 illustrates when the PGOOD flag is asserted low.

7.3.8 Inductor-DCR-Based Overcurrent Protection

The LM27402 exploits the filter inductor DCR (DC resistance) to detect overcurrent events. This technique

enables lossless and continuous monitoring of the output current using an RC sense network in parallel with the

inductor. DCR current sensing allows the system designer to use inductors specified with tight tolerance DCRs to

improve the current limit setpoint accuracy. A DC current limit setpoint accuracy within the range of 10% to 20%

is achieved using inductors with low DCR tolerances.

VIN

RSCS

RDCR

CS+ &6Å

VOUT

GND

To Load

VIN

VOUT

GND

LRISNS

CS+ &6Å

To Load

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7.3.9 Current Sensing

As mentioned, the LM27402 implements a lossless inductor DCR lossless current sense scheme designed to

provide both accurate overload (current limit) and short-circuit protection. Figure 22 shows the popular inductor

DCR current sense method. Figure 23 shows an implementation with current shunt resistor, RISNS.

Components RSand CSin Figure 22 create a low-pass filter across the inductor to enable differential sensing of

the inductor DCR voltage drop. When RSCSis equal to L/RDCR, the voltage developed across the sense

capacitor, CS, is a replica of the voltage waveform of the inductor DCR. Choose the capacitance of CSgreater

than 0.1 µF to maintain low impedance of the sense network, thus reducing the susceptibility of noise pickup

from the switch node.

Figure 22. Current Sensing Using Inductor DCR Figure 23. Current Sensing Using Shunt Resistor

Note that the inductor DCR is shown schematically as a discrete element in Figure 22. With power inductors

selected to provide lowest possible DCR to minimize power losses, the typical DCR ranges from 0.4 mΩto

4 mΩ. Then, given a load current of 25 A, the voltage presented across the CS+ and CS– pins ranges between

10 mV and 100 mV.

A current sense (or current shunt) resistor in series with the inductor can also be implemented at lower output

current levels to provide accurate overcurrent protection, see Figure 23. Burdened by the unavoidable efficiency

penalty and/or additional cost implications, this configuration is not usually implemented in high-current

applications (except where OCP setpoint accuracy and stability over the operating temperature range are critical

specifications).

7.3.10 Power MOSFET Gate Drivers

The LM27402 gate driver impedances are low enough to perform effectively in high output current applications

where large die-size or paralleled MOSFETs with correspondingly large gate charge, QG, are used. Measured at

VVDD = 4.7 V, the LM27402's low-side driver has a low impedance pulldown path of 1 Ωto minimize the effect of

dv/dt induced turn-on, particularly with low gate-threshold voltage MOSFETs. Similarly, the high-side driver has

1.7-Ωand 1.2-Ωpull-up and pulldown impedances, respectively, for faster switching transition times, lower

switching loss, and greater efficiency.

Furthermore, there is a proprietary adaptive deadtime control on both switching edges to prevent shoot-through

and cross-conduction, minimize body diode conduction time, and reduce body diode reverse recovery related

losses. The LM27402 is fully compatible with discrete NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs from TI.

7.3.11 Pre-Bias Start-up

In certain applications, the output may acquire a pre-bias voltage before the LM27402 is powered on or enabled.

Pre-biased conditions are managed by preventing switching until the soft-start (SS/TRACK) voltage exceeds the

feedback (FB) voltage. When VSS/TRACK exceeds VFB, the LM27402 begins to switch synchronously and regulate

the output voltage.

VOUT

VEN

Voltage

Time

VPGOOD

Soft-Start Time (tss)

94% VOUT

Enable Delay

Pre-bias Level

VSS/TRK

Soft-Start exceeds

feedback voltage

No Switching Switching

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Figure 24. Pre-Bias Start-up

Prohibiting switching during a pre-biased start-up condition prevents the output from forcing parasitic paths in the

system application to conduct excessive current. The LM27402 does not switch if the output is pre-biased to a

voltage higher than the nominally-set output voltage.

7.4 Device Functional Modes

7.4.1 Fault Conditions

Overcurrent, overtemperature, output undervoltage, and overvoltage protection features are included in the

LM27402.

7.4.1.1 Thermal Protection

Internal thermal shutdown is provided to protect the controller in the event that the maximum junction

temperature of approximately 165°C has been exceeded. Both the high-side and low-side power MOSFETs are

turned off during this condition. During a thermal fault condition, PGOOD is held at logic zero.

7.4.1.2 Current Limit

The LM27402 may enter two states when a current limit event is detected. If a current limit condition has

occurred, the high-side power MOSFET is immediately turned off until the next switching cycle. This is

considered the first current limit state and provides an immediate response to any current limit event. During the

first state, an internal counter begins to record the number of overcurrent events. The counter is reset if 32

consecutive switching cycles occur with no current limit events detected. If five overcurrent events are detected

within 32 switching cycles, the LM27402 then enters into a hiccup mode state. During hiccup mode, the LM27402

enters shutdown for 1.28 ms and then attempt to restart again. When transitioning into hiccup mode, the high-

side MOSFET is turned off and the low-side MOSFET is turned on. As the inductor current reaches zero

subsequent to the overcurrent event, the low-side MOSFET is turned off and the switch-node becomes high

impedance to prepare for the next start-up sequence. The soft-start capacitor is discharged through an internal

pulldown FET to reinitialize the start-up sequence. To illustrate how the LM27402 behaves during current limit

faults, an overcurrent scenario is illustrated in Figure 25.

...

1235

Controller

begins to

count to 32

222 23

HICCUP (1.28 ms)

High Gate

Off

High Gate

Off

L Current

OCP Level

Switch

Node

Voltage

High Gate

and Low

Gate Off

Low

Gate On

...

Soft-Start

0 V

Soft-Start

Discharge

0 A

No Over-Current Events

Detected

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Figure 25. Current Limit Timing Diagram

In the example shown in Figure 25, the LM27402 immediately turns off the high-side MOSFET when an

overcurrent event is detected. After the third overcurrent event is detected, 24 switching cycles occur before the

fourth overcurrent pulse is detected. Because the current limit logic does not count 32 switching cycles between

two overcurrent events, the internal current limit counter is not reset and continues counting until the LM27402

enters hiccup mode. The soft-start capacitor is then discharged to initialize start-up and a wait period of 1.28 ms

occurs.

7.4.1.3 Negative Current Limit

To prevent excess negative current, the LM27402 implements a negative current limit through the low-side

MOSFET. Negative current limit is only enabled when an output overvoltage event is detected. Should such an

overvoltage fault occur, the low-side MOSFET turns off if the SW voltage exceeds a positive 100 mV during the

low-side MOSFET conduction time, thereby protecting the power stage from excessive negative current.

7.4.1.4 Undervoltage Threshold (UVT)

The FB pin is also monitored for an output voltage excursion below the nominal level. However, if the UVT

comparator is tripped, no action occurs on the normal switching cycles. The UVT signal is used solely as a valid

condition for the Power Good flag to transition low. When the FB voltage exceeds 94% of the reference voltage,

the Power Good flag transitions high. Conversely, the Power Good flag transitions low when the FB voltage is

less than 91% of the reference.

7.4.1.5 Overvoltage Threshold (OVT)

When the FB voltage exceeds 117% of the reference voltage, the Power Good flag transitions low after a 20-µs

deglitch. The control loop attempts to bring the output voltage back to the nominal setpoint. Conversely, when the

FB voltage goes below 115% of the reference, the Power Good flag is allowed to transition high. Negative

current-limit detection is activated when the regulator is in an OV condition. See the Negative Current Limit

section for more details.

VIN

LM27402

CIN

RSCS

CBOOT

COUT

RFB1

RFB2

CC2

CC1 RC1

RFADJ

CSS

DBOOT

CVDD

VOUT

CC3

RC2

VIN

GND

CS+

CS-

VDD

CBOOT

COMP

SS/TRACK

SYNC

PGOOD

FADJ

RSET

RPGOOD

CSBY

CFRF

D = VOUT

VIN x

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8 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 must

validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.

8.1 Application Information

8.1.1 Converter Design

As with any DC/Dc converter, numerous tradeoffs are required to optimize the design for efficiency, size, or

performance. Such tradeoffs are highlighted throughout the following discussion. To facilitate component

selection, the circuit shown in Figure 26 may be used as a reference. Unless otherwise indicated, all formulae

assume units of Amps (A) for current, Farads (F) for capacitance, Henries (H) for inductance and Volts (V) for

voltage.

Figure 26 shows RFand CFacting as an RC filter to the VIN pin of the LM27402. The filter is used to attenuate

voltage ripple that may exist on the input rail particularly during high output currents. The recommended values of

RFand CFare 2.2 Ωand 1 µF, respectively. There is a practical limit to the size of RFas it can cause a large

voltage drop if large operating bias currents are present. The VIN pin of the LM27402 must not exceed 150 mV

difference from the input voltage rail (VIN).

Equation 1 is used to calculate for any buck converter is duty ratio:

(1)

Due to the resistive powertrain losses, the duty ratio will increase based on the overall efficiency, η. Calculation

of ηcan be found in the Power Loss and Efficiency Calculations section of this data sheet.

Figure 26. Typical Application Circuit

'VOUT = 'IL x 1

8 x fSW x COUT

RESR2 +

VIN

IL (AVG) = IOUT ∆IL

Time

VSW

LMIN = (VIN - VOUT) x D

'IL x fSW

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8.1.2 Inductor Selection (L)

The inductor value is determined based on the operating frequency, load current, ripple current, and duty ratio.

The selected inductor must have a saturation current rating greater than the peak current limit of the LM27402.

To optimize the performance, the inductance is typically selected such that the ripple current, ΔIL, is between

20% and 40% of the rated output current. Figure 27 illustrates the switch voltage and inductor ripple current

waveforms. Once the nominal input voltage, output voltage, operating frequency, and desired ripple current are

known, the minimum inductance value can be calculated by Equation 2:

(2)

Figure 27. Switch Voltage and Inductor Current Waveforms

The peak inductor current at maximum load, IOUT +ΔIL/ 2, should be kept adequately below the peak current

limit setpoint of the device.

8.1.3 Output Capacitor Selection (COUT)

The output capacitor, COUT, filters the inductor ripple current and provides a source of charge for transient load

events. A wide range of output capacitors may be used with the LM27402 that provide excellent performance,

including ceramic, tantalum, or electrolytic type chemistries. Typically, ceramic capacitors provide extremely low

ESR to reduce the output ripple voltage and noise spikes, while tantalum and electrolytic capacitors provide a

large bulk capacitance in a small size for transient loading events. When selecting the output capacitance, the

two performance characteristics to consider are output voltage ripple and transient response. The output voltage

ripple is approximated by Equation 3:

(3)

where ΔVOUT is the amount of peak-to-peak voltage ripple at the power supply output, RESR is the equivalent

series resistance of the output capacitor, fSW is the switching frequency, and COUT is the output capacitance used

in the design. The tolerable output ripple amplitude is application specific; however a general recommendation is

to keep the output ripple less than 1% of the rated output voltage. Note that ceramic capacitors are sometimes

preferred because they have very low ESR; however, depending on package and voltage rating of the capacitor,

the effective in-circuit capacitance can drop significantly with applied voltage and operating temperature.

IOUT x D x (1 ± D)

IOUT +'IL

2x RESR_CIN

'VIN ±x fSW

CIN t

'VIN =IOUT x D x (1 ± D)

CIN x fSW IOUT +

+'IL

2x RESR_CIN

IOUT x

ICIN_RMS |D x 1- D

1 + 1 - RESR x 'IOUT

'VTR

'VTR x VL

L x 'IOUT2x1

COUT t

'VTR = L x 'IO2

2 x COUT x VL+RESR2 x COUT x VL

2 x L

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The output capacitor also affects the output voltage deviation during a load current transient. The peak output

voltage deviation is dependent on many factors such as output capacitance, output capacitor ESR, filter

inductance, control loop bandwidth, powertrain parasitics, and so on. Given sufficient control loop bandwidth, a

good approximation of the output voltage deviation is seen in Equation 4:

(4)

ΔVTR is the transient output voltage deviation, ΔIOUT is the load current step change and L is the filter inductance.

VLis the minimum inductor voltage, which is duty ratio dependent.

VL= VOUT , if D ≤0.5,

VL= VIN - VOUT , if D > 0.5

For a desired ΔVTR, a minimum output capacitance is found by Equation 5:

(5)

8.1.4 Input Capacitor Selection (CIN)

Input capacitors are necessary to limit the input ripple voltage while supplying much of the switch current during

the high-side MOSFET on-time. It is generally recommended to use ceramic capacitors at the input as they

provide both a low impedance and a high RMS current rating. It is important to choose a stable dielectric for the

ceramic capacitor such as X5R or X7R. A quality dielectric provides better temperature performance and also

avoids the DC voltage derating inherent with Y5V capacitors. Place the input capacitor as close as possible to

the drain of the high-side MOSFET and the source of the low-side MOSFET. Non-ceramic input capacitors must

be selected for RMS current rating, minimum ripple voltage, and to provide damping. A good approximation for

the required ripple current rating is given by the relationship of Equation 6:

(6)

The highest requirement for RMS current rating occurs for D = 0.5. When D = 0.5, the RMS ripple current rating

of the input capacitor must be greater than half the output current. Low ESR ceramic capacitors can be placed in

parallel with higher valued bulk capacitors to provide optimized input filtering for the regulator. The input voltage

ripple is calculated using Equation 7:

(7)

The minimum amount of input capacitance as a function of desired input voltage ripple is estimated using

Equation 8:

(8)

8.1.5 Using Precision Enable

If enable (EN) is not controlled directly, the LM27402 can be pre-programmed to turn on at an input voltage

higher than the UVLO voltage. This is done with an external resistor divider from VIN to EN and EN to GND as

shown in Figure 28.

VOUT

VEN

Voltage

Time

VPGOOD

Soft-Start Time (tss)

94% VOUT

Enable

Delay

tSS X ISS

CSS =0.6V

RA = 1.17V - IEN x RB

VIN - 1.17V

VIN

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Input Power

Supply

RBGND

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Figure 28. Enable Sequencing

The resistor values of RAand RBare relatively sized to allow the EN pin to reach the precision enable threshold

voltage at the appropriate input supply voltage. With the enable current source considered, the equation to solve

for RAis Equation 9:

(9)

where RAis the resistor from VIN to EN, RBis the resistor from EN to GND, IEN is the internal enable pull-up

current (2 µA) and 1.17 V is the fixed precision enable threshold voltage. Typical values for RBrange from 10 kΩ

to 100 kΩ.

8.1.6 Setting the Soft-Start Time

Adding a soft-start capacitor reduces inrush currents and provides a monotonic start-up. The soft-start

capacitance is calculated by Equation 10:

(10)

As shown, the CSS capacitance is set by the desired soft-start time tss, the soft-start current Iss (3 µA) and the

nominal feedback (FB) voltage level of 0.6 V. If VVIN and VVDD are above their UVLO voltage levels (2.9 V) and

EN is above the precision enable threshold (1.17 V), the soft-start sequence begins. The LM27402 defaults to a

minimum start-up time of 1.28 ms when a soft-start capacitor is not connected. In other words, the LM27402 will

not start-up faster than 1.28 ms. The soft-start capacitor is discharged when enable is cycled, during UVLO,

OTP, or when the LM27402 enters hiccup mode from an overcurrent event.

There is a delay between EN transitioning above 1.17 V and the beginning of the soft-start sequence. The delay

allows the LM27402 to initialize its internal circuitry. Once the output has charged to 94% of the nominal output

voltage and SS/TRACK has exceeded 564 mV, the PGOOD indicator transitions high as illustrated in Figure 29.

Figure 29. Soft-Start Timing

VOUT1

VOUT2

VEN

VOLTAGE

TIME

VOLTAGE

TIME

COINCIDENTAL STARTUP

RATIOMETRIC STARTUP

VOUT1

VOUT2

VEN

OUT12OUT Vx6.0<V

( ) x

- 0.8

V1OUT

OUT2

1 2

R 1 R

0.6V

æ ö

= - ´

ç ÷

è ø

SS/TRACK

R1LM27402

External

Power Supply

VOUT2

VOUT1

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8.1.7 Tracking

The SS/TRACK pin also functions as a tracking pin when external power supply tracking is needed. Tracking is

achieved by simply dividing down the external supply voltage with a simple resistor network shown in Figure 30.

With the correct resistor divider configuration, the LM27402 can track an external voltage source to obtain a

coincident or ratiometric start-up behavior.

Figure 30. Tracking an External Power Supply

Because the soft-start charging current ISS is sourced from the SS/TRACK pin, the size of R2must be less than

10 kΩto minimize errors in the tracking output. Once a value for R2is selected, calculate the value for R1using

the appropriate equation in Figure 31 to give the desired start-up sequence. Figure 31 shows two common start-

up sequences; the upper waveform shows a coincidental start-up while the lower waveform illustrates a

ratiometric start-up. A coincidental configuration provides a robust start-up sequence for certain applications

because it avoids turning on any parasitic conduction paths that may exist between loads. A ratiometric

configuration is preferred in applications where both supplies need to be at the final steady-state voltage at the

same time.

Figure 31. Tracking Start-up Sequences

Similar to the soft-start function, the fastest possible startup time is 1.28 ms regardless of the rise time of the

tracking voltage. When using the track feature, the final voltage seen by the SS/TRACK pin should exceed 0.8 V

to provide sufficient overdrive and transient immunity.

VDCR

CS+

CS-

VSET -

LM27402 L

RsCs

RSET

CSBY

=RDCR

RSCS

RsCs

VDCR

RFADJ =100 -5

fSW -

100 1

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8.1.8 Setting the Switching Frequency

There are two options for setting the switching frequency of the LM27402. The frequency is adjusted by an

external resistor from FADJ to GND, or the user can synchronize the LM27402 to an external clock signal using

SYNC. The LM27402 only synchronizes to frequencies above the frequency set by the RFADJ resistor. The clock

signal must range from less than 0.8 V to greater than 2.0 V to ensure proper operation. If the clock signal

ceases, the switching frequency reduces to the free-running frequency set by the FADJ resistor. The frequency

range is 200 kHz to 1.2 MHz. The sync-in clock can synchronize at a maximum of 400 kHz above the frequency

set by the resistor. To find the resistance needed for a given frequency, use the following equation: (fSW (kHz),

RFADJ (kΩ))

(11)

8.1.9 Setting the Current Limit Threshold

As mentioned in the Current Sensing section, the LM27402 exploits the filter inductor DCR to detect overcurrent

events. If desired, the user can employ inductors with low tolerance DCR to increase the accuracy of the current

limit threshold. The most common circuit arrangement for sensing the inductor DCR voltage is shown in

Figure 32.

Figure 32. Inductor DCR Current Sensing Circuit

The most accurate sensing of the differential voltage across the inductor DCR is achieved by matching the time

constant of the RSCSsense filter with the inductor's L/RDCR time constant. If the time constants are matched, the

voltage across the capacitor follows the voltage across the DCR. A typical range of capacitance used in the

RSCSnetwork is 100 nF to 1µF. The equation to match the time constants is:

(12)

Adjust the current limit threshold to any level with a single resistor from the current limit comparator to the output

voltage pin. Use the circuit in Figure 33 to set the current limit.

Figure 33. Adjusting the Current Limit Setpoint

RFB2

VOUT =0.6V

RFB1 + RFB2

RSCS

RS1

RS2

RSET

RS3

CS+

CS-

LM27402

ILIMIT RDCR

Ics-

RSET =

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Because the voltage across the inductor DCR follows the current through the inductor, the device trips at the

peak of the inductor current. Capacitor CSBY shown in Figure 33 filters the input to the current sense comparator.

A working range for this capacitance is 47 pF to 100 pF. The equation to set the resistor value of RSET is:

(13)

ILIMIT is the desired current limit level, RDCR is the rated DC resistance of the inductor and Ics- is the 10 µA current

source flowing out of the CS– pin. To aid in high frequency common-mode rejection, a series resistor, RCS, of

same resistance as RSET, is optionally added to the CS+ signal path.

The internal current source ICS- is powered from the input voltage rail, VIN. The minimum voltage required to drive

that current source is 1 V from VIN to VOUT. If a low-dropout condition occurs where VIN – VOUT < 1 V, the

LM27402 may prematurely initiate hiccup mode. There are multiple options to avoid this situation. The first option

is to enable the LM27402 after the input voltage has risen 1 V above the nominal output voltage as seen in

Figure 28. The second option is to lower the comparator common-mode voltage shown in Figure 34 such that the

ICS- current source has enough headroom voltage.

Figure 34. Common Mode Voltage Resistor Divider Network

Refer to AN-2060 LM27402 Current Limit Application Circuits (SNVA441) for design guidelines to adjust the

common-mode voltage of the current sense comparator.

8.1.10 Control Loop Compensation

The LM27402 voltage mode control system incorporates input voltage feedforward to eliminate the input voltage

dependence of the PWM modulator gain. Input voltage feedforward is essential for stability across the entire

input voltage range and makes it easier for the designer to select the compensation and power train components.

The following describes how to set the output voltage and obtain the open-loop transfer function.

During steady state operation, the DC output voltage is set by the feedback resistor network between VOUT, FB

and GND. The FB voltage is nominally 0.6 V ±1%. The equation describing the output voltage is:

(14)

A good starting value for RFB1 is 20 kΩ. If an output voltage of 0.6 V is required, RFB2 must not be used.

There are three main blocks of a voltage-mode buck switcher that the power supply designer needs to consider

when designing the control system: power train, PWM modulator, and compensator. A diagram representing the

control loop is shown in Figure 35.

GP(s) = s

QO2SfLC

1 + s

2SfLC

2SfESR

1 +

fESR = 2SCOUTRESR

fLC = 1

RO + RDCR

LCOUT(RO + RESR)

GPWM = = 7

kFF

VIN

COUT

RFB1

RFB2

CC2

CC1 RC1

VOUT

CC3

RC2

0.6 V

RDCR

COMP

DRIVER

PWM

Compensator

PWM Modulator

RESR

Powertrain

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Figure 35. Control Loop Schematic Diagram

The power train consists of the filter inductor (L) with DCR (RDCR), output capacitor (COUT) with ESR (effective

series resistance RESR), and effective load resistance (RO). The error amplifier (EA) regulates the feedback (FB)

voltage to 0.6V. The passive compensation components around the error amplifier establish system stability.

Type-III compensation is shown in Figure 35. The PWM modulator establishes the duty cycle command by

comparing the error amplifier output (COMP) with an internally generated ramp set at the switching frequency.

The modulator gain, power train and compensator transfer functions must be taken into consideration when

obtaining the total open-loop transfer function. The PWM modulator adds a DC gain component to the open-loop

transfer function. In a basic voltage-mode system, the PWM gain varies with input voltage. However the

LM27402 internal voltage feedforward circuitry maintains a constant PWM gain of 7:

(15)

The power train transfer function includes the filter inductor and its DCR, output capacitor with ESR, and load

resistance. The inductor and capacitor create two complex poles at a frequency described by:

(16)

A left half plane zero is created by the output capacitor ESR located at a frequency described by:

(17)

The complete power train transfer function is:

(18)

Figure 36 shows the bode plot of the above transfer function.

Km fLC

fC kFF

100

FREQUENCY (Hz)

GAIN (dB)

fZ2

PHASE (°)

-60

-20

-40

1,000 10,000 100,000 1,000,000

fP2

fP1

fZ1

GEA(s) =Kms

2SfP1 +1 s

2SfP2 +1

2SfZ1 +1 s

2SfZ2 +1

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Figure 36. Powertrain Bode Plot

The complex poles (fLC) created by the filter inductor and output capacitor cause a 180° phase shift as seen in

Figure 36. The phase is boosted back up to -90° by virtue of the output capacitor ESR zero. The phase shift

caused by the complex poles must be compensated to stabilize the loop response. The compensation network

shown around the error amplifier in Figure 35 creates two poles, two zeros and a pole at the origin. Placing these

poles and zeros at the correct frequencies optimizes the loop response. The compensator transfer function is:

(19)

The pole located at the origin provides high DC gain to maximize DC load regulation performance. The other two

poles and two zeros are strategically located to stabilize the voltage-mode loop depending on the power stage

complex poles and damping characteristic, Q. Figure 37 illustrates a typical compensation transfer function.

Figure 37. Type-lll Compensation Network Bode Plot

Kmis the mid-band gain of the compensator and is estimated by:

(20)

-25

100

GAIN (dB)

100

FREQUENCY (Hz)

1,000 10,000 100,000 1,000,000

PHASE MARGIN (°)

-60

-20

100

140

CC1 =2SfLCRC1

2SfESRRC2

fLC

fESR-fLC

CC1

SfSWRC1 CC1-1

RFB1

RC1 =

CC3 =

RC2 =

CC2 =

RFB1

fZ1 = fZ2 = fLC

fP1 = fESR

fP2 = 2

fSW

fZ1 =fZ2 =

fP1 =

2SRC1CC1

2S(RC2 + RFB1 )CC3

2SRC2CC3 fP2 = CC1 + CC2

2SRC1 CC1CC2 Km =RFB1

RC1

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fCis the desired crossover frequency and is normally selected between one tenth and one fifth of the switching

frequency, fSW. The next set of equations show pole and zero locations expressed in terms of the components in

the compensator feedback loop.

(21)

Depending on Q, the complex double pole causes an increase in gain at the LC resonant frequency and a

precipitous drop in phase. To compensate for the phase drop, it is common practice to place both compensator

zeros created by the Type-III compensation network at or slightly below the LC double pole frequency. The other

two poles are located beyond this point. One pole is located at the zero caused by the output capacitor ESR and

the other pole is placed at half the switching frequency to roll off the higher frequency response.

(22)

Conservative values for the compensation components are found by using the following equations.

(23)

Once the compensation components are fixed, create a Bode plot of the loop response using all three transfer

functions. Figure 38 provides an illustration of the loop response.

Figure 38. Loop Response

IDBOOT =fSWQGHS

CBOOT

VIN

VOUT

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It is important to always verify the stability by either observing the load transient response or by using a network

analyzer. A phase margin between 45° and 70° is usually desired for voltage-mode controlled systems.

Excessive phase margin causes slow system response to load transients whereas low phase margin is indicated

by an oscillatory load transient response. If the peak voltage deviation is larger than desired, increase fCand

recalculate the compensation components. If this amounts to a reduction in phase margin, the remaining option

is to increase output capacitance.

8.1.11 MOSFET Gate Drivers

To drive large power MOSFETs with high gate charge, the LM27402 includes low impedance high-side and low-

side gate drivers that source and sink high current for fast transition times and increased efficiency. The high-

side gate driver is powered from a bootstrap circuit, whereas the low-side driver is powered by the VDD rail as

shown in Figure 39.

Figure 39. High-Side and Low-Side MOSFET Gate Drivers

The circuit in Figure 39 effectively supplies close to the VDD voltage (4.5 V) between the gate and the source of

the high-side MOSFET during the on time. Use a Schottky diode for DBOOT with sufficient reverse voltage rating

and continuous current rating. The average current through the boot diode depends on the gate charge of the

high-side MOSFET and the switching frequency. It is calculated using Equation 24.

(24)

IDBOOT is the average current through the DBOOT diode, fSW is the switching frequency and QGHS is the gate

charge of the high-side MOSFET. If the input voltage is below 5.5 V, it is recommended to connect VDD to the

input supply of the LM27402 through a 1-Ωresistor as shown in Figure 40. This increases the gate voltage

amplitude of both the low-side and high-side MOSFETs, thus reducing RDS(on).

IOUT2 x RDS(ON)_HS x D x 1.3

PCND_HS 

PSW_HS =VIN x IOUT x fSW x (tr+tf)

PTOT_HS = PCND_HS + PSW_HS

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CBOOT

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DBOOT

CVDD

CBOOT

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Figure 40. Tie VDD to VIN when VIN ≤5.5V

8.1.12 Power Loss and Efficiency Calculations

The overall efficiency of a buck regulator is simply the ratio of output power to input power. Although power

losses are found in almost every component of a buck regulator, the following sections present equations

detailing components with the highest relative power loss.

8.1.12.1 Power MOSFETs

Selecting the correct power MOSFET for a design is important to the overall operation of the circuit. If

inappropriate MOSFETs are selected for the application, it may result in poor efficiency, high temperature issues,

shoot-through and other impairments. It is important to calculate the power dissipation for each MOSFET at the

maximum output current and ensure that the maximum allowable power dissipation is not exceeded. MOSFET

data sheets must also specify a junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (θJA), and the temperature rise is

estimated from this specification.

Both high-side and low-side MOSFETs contribute significant loss to the system relative to the other components.

The high-side MOSFET contributes transition switching loss, conduction loss and gate charge loss. The low-side

MOSFET also contributes conduction and gate charge loss, and the body diode of the MOSFET causes

deadtime conduction loss and reverse recovery loss that must also be considered. The transition losses for the

low-side MOSFET are insignificant and usually ignored.

8.1.12.2 High-Side Power MOSFET

The next set of equations are used to calculate the losses associated with the high-side MOSFET.

(25)

PCND_HS is the conduction loss of the high-side MOSFET during the D interval. this equation includes a self

heating coefficient of 1.3 to approximate the effects of the RDS(on) temperature coefficient. RDS(ON)_HS is the drain

to source resistance, IOUT is the output current and D is the duty ratio. PSW_HS is the switching power loss during

the high-side MOSFET transition time. VIN is the input voltage, fSW is the switching frequency, and trand tfare

the rise and fall times of the switch-node voltage, respectively. PTOT_HS is the total power dissipation of the high-

side MOSFET.

The gate charge of the high-side MOSFET greatly affects the turn-on transition time, and therefore efficiency.

Furthermore, consider the ratio of switching loss to conduction loss associated with the high-side MOSFET. If the

duty ratio is small and the input voltage is high, it is beneficial to tradeoff QGfor higher RDS(on) to avoid high

switching losses relative to conduction losses. If the duty ratio is large and the input voltage is low, then a lower

RDS(on) MOSFET in tandem with a higher QGmay result in less power dissipation.

IRMS2 x RDCR x 1.2

PDCR =

POUT_CAP = x RESR

üIL2

PIN_CAP = x RESR_CIN

ICIN_RMS2

PQG =VIN x (QGHS + QGLS) x fSW

IOUT2 x RDS(ON)_LS x (1-D) x 1.3

PCND_LS 

PD =Tdeadtime x fSW x IOUT x VFD

PRR =QRR x fSW x VIN

PTOT_LS = PCND_LS + PD + PRR

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8.1.12.3 Low-Side Power MOSFET

The next set of equations are used to calculate the losses due to the low-side MOSFET.

(26)

PCND_LS is the conduction loss of the low-side MOSFET during the 1-D cycle and RDS(ON)_LS is its on-state

resistance. PDis the deadtime power loss due to the body diode drop of the low-side MOSFET. Tdeadtime is the

total deadtime. PRR is the reverse recovery charge power loss. QRR is the total reverse recovery charge typically

specified in the MOSFET datasheet. PTOT_LS is the total power dissipation of the low-side MOSFET.

8.1.12.4 Gate-Charge Loss

A finite amount of gate charge is required in order to switch the high-side and low-side power MOSFETs. This

gate charge is continually charging the MOSFET gates during every switching cycle and appears as a constant

current flowing to the controller from the input supply. The next equation describes the power loss due to the

gate charge.

(27)

PQG is the total gate charge power loss, QGHS and QGLS are the respective high-side and low-side MOSFET gate

charges found in the MOSFET datasheets, VIN is the input voltage, and fSW is the switching frequency.

8.1.12.5 Input and Output Capacitor ESR Losses

Both the input and output capacitors are subject to steady state AC current and must be taken into consideration

when calculating power losses. The next equation shown is the input capacitor ESR power loss.

(28)

The input capacitor power loss equation includes the effective series resistance or RESR_IN of the input capacitor.

The power loss due to the ESR of the output capacitor is:

(29)

The output capacitor power loss equation includes the peak-to-peak inductor current, ΔIL, and the effective series

resistance or RESR of the output capacitor.

8.1.12.6 Inductor Losses

The losses due to the inductor are caused primarily by its DCR. The next equation calculates the inductor DCR

power loss.

(30)

PDCR is the total power loss of the Inductor. A self-heating coefficient of 1.2 is included in this equation to

approximate the effects of the copper temperature coefficient approximately equal to 3900ppm/°C. RDCR is the

inductor DC resistance.

POUT = VOUT x IOUT

PLOSS =

 (%) =POUT+ PLOSS

POUT

PTOT_HS + PTOT_LS + PQG + PDCR + PIN_CAP + POUT_CAP + PIQ

x 100

PLDO =(VVIN - 4.5) x (QGLS+QGHS) x fSW

PIQ = VIN x IQ

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8.1.12.7 Controller Losses

The controller loss remains constant and typically contributes a very small loss of power. The quiescent current is

the main factor in terms of power loss attributed to the controller and it remains constant at 4 mA. The quiescent

current power loss equation is:

(31)

The controller IQpower loss equation includes the IQcurrent (4 mA) and the input voltage VIN.

It is also important to calculate the power dissipated in the controller itself due to the gate charge component of

current flowing from VIN to VDD. This can cause the controller to operate at an elevated temperature given the

power dissipation of the LDO pass device. The next equation calculates the power dissipated by the internal

LDO.

(32)

PLDO is the power dissipated in the LDO, QGHS and QGLS are the high-side and low-side MOSFET gate charges,

respectively.

8.1.12.8 Overall Efficiency

After calculating the losses, the efficiency is thus calculated using:

(33)

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LOUT

CBOOT

COUT

RFB1

RFB2

CC2

CC1 RC1

RFADJ

CSS

DBOOT

CVDD

VOUT

CC3

RC2

VIN HG

GND

CS+

CS-

VDD

CBOOT

COMP

SS/TRACK

SYNC

PGOOD

FADJ

RPGD

CSBY

CFRF

RSET

DSW

5 V-12 V

1.5 V

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8.2 Typical Applications

8.2.1 Example Circuit 1

Figure 41. 4.5-V to 20-V Input, 1.5-V Output at 20 A, 300-kHz Switching Frequency

8.2.1.1 Design Requirements

The schematic diagram of a 20-A buck regulator is given in Figure 41 and its BOM is listed in Table 1. In this

example, the target full-load efficiency is 88% at 12-V input voltage. Output voltage is adjusted simply by

changing RFB2. The free-running switching frequency is set to 300 kHz by resistor RFADJ. The output voltage soft-

start time is 10 ms.

8.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure

The design procedure for an LM27402-based converter for a given application is streamlined by using the

LM27402 Quick-Start Design Tool available as a free download, or by availing of TI's WEBENCH® Designer

online software. Such tools are complemented by the availability of the LM27402 evaluation module (EVM)

design as well as numerous LM27402 reference designs populated in TI Designs™ reference design library.

8.2.1.2.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools

Click here to create a custom design using the LM27402 device with the WEBENCH® Power Designer.

1. Start by entering the input voltage (VIN), output voltage (VOUT), and output current (IOUT) requirements.

2. Optimize the design for key parameters such as efficiency, footprint, and cost using the optimizer dial.

3. Compare the generated design with other possible solutions from Texas Instruments.

The WEBENCH Power Designer provides a customized schematic along with a list of materials with real-time

pricing and component availability.

In most cases, these actions are available:

• Run electrical simulations to see important waveforms and circuit performance

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• Export customized schematic and layout into popular CAD formats

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The current limit setpoint in this design is set at 25 A at 25°C, based on resistor RSET and the inductor DCR of

2.34 mΩ. Of course, the current limit setpoint must always be selected such that the operating current level does

not exceed the saturation current specification of the chosen inductor. The component values for the DCR sense

network (RSand CSin Figure 41) are chosen based on setting the RSCSproduct approximately equal to L/RDCR,

as recommended in the Setting the Current Limit Threshold section. The MOSFETs are chosen for both lowest

conduction and switching power loss, as discussed in detail in the Power MOSFETs section.

Table 1. Bill of Materials

DESIGNATOR TYPE PARAMETERS PART NUMBER QTY MANUFACTURER

U1 IC Synchronous Buck Voltage-Mode PWM Controller LM27402 1 TI

CBOOT Capacitor 0.22 µF, Ceramic, X7R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R71E224KA88D 1 Murata

CC1 Capacitor 3.9 nF, Ceramic, X7R, 50 V, 10% GRM188R71H392KA01D 1 Murata

CC2 Capacitor 150 pF, Ceramic, C0G, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H151JA01D 1 Murata

CC3 Capacitor 820 pF, Ceramic, C0G, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H821JA01D 1 Murata

CVDD Capacitor 1 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R61E105KA12D 1 Murata

CFCapacitor 1 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R61E105KA12D 1 Murata

CIN Capacitor 22 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM32ER61E226KE15L 5 Murata

COUT Capacitor 100 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 6.3 V, 20% C1210C107M9PACTU 4 Kemet

CSCapacitor 0.22 µF, Ceramic, X7R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R71E224KA88D 1 Murata

CSS Capacitor 47 nF, Ceramic, X7R, 16 V, 10% GRM188R71C473KA01D 1 Murata

CSBY Capacitor 100 pF, Ceramic, C0G, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H101JA01D 1 Murata

DBOOT Diode Schottky Diode, Average I = 100 mA, Max Surge I =

750 mA CMOSH-3 1 Central Semi

DSW Diode Schottky Diode, Average I = 3A, Max Surge I = 80A CMSH3-40M 1 Central Semi

LOUT Inductor 0.68 µH, 2.34 mΩIHLP5050CEERR68M06 1 Vishay

QLN-CH MOSFET 30 V, 60 A, 43.5 nC, RDS(on) at 4.5 V = 1.85 mΩSi7192DP 1 Vishay

QHN-CH MOSFET 25 V, 40 A, 13 nC, RDS(on) at 4.5 V = 6.2 mΩSiR436DP 1 Vishay

RC1 Resistor 8.06 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06038k06FKEA 1 Vishay

RC2 Resistor 261 Ω, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW0603261RFKEA 1 Vishay

RFADJ Resistor 45.3 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060345K3FKEA 1 Vishay

RFB1 Resistor 20.0 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060320K0FKEA 1 Vishay

RFB2 Resistor 13.3 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060320K0FKEA 1 Vishay

RFResistor 2.2 Ω, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW06032R20JNEA 1 Vishay

RPGD Resistor 51.1 kΩ, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW060351K1JNEA 1 Vishay

RSResistor 1.3 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06031K30FKEA 1 Vishay

RSET Resistor 6.34 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06036K34FKEA 1 Vishay

100

0 5 10 15 20

EFFICIENCY (%)

OUTPUT CURRENT (A)

VIN = 12V

VIN = 5V

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Figure 42. Converter Efficiency vs Output Current Figure 43. Start-up Characteristic with EN Stepped High,

15-A Electronic Load (2 ms/div)

Figure 44. 10-A to 20-A Load Transient (100 µs/div) Figure 45. 0-A to 20-A Load Transient (100 µs/div)

VIN

LM27402

CIN

QH1

CBOOT

COUT1

RFB1

RFB2

CC2

CC1 RC1

RFADJ

CSS

DBOOT

CVDD

VOUT

CC3

RC2

VIN

GND

CS+

CS-

VDD

CBOOT

COMP

SS/TRACK

SYNC

PGOOD

FADJ

RPGD

CSBY

CFRF

RSET

REN1

REN2

VIN

3.3 V

COUT2

DSW

5 V ± 12 V

QH2

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8.2.2 Example Circuit 2

Figure 46. 5-V to 12-V Input Voltage Range, 3.3-V Output, 25-A Output Current, 300-kHz Switching

Frequency

Table 2. Bill Of Materials

DESIGNATOR TYPE PARAMETERS PART NUMBER QTY MANUFACTURER

U1 IC Synchronous Buck Voltage-Mode PWM Controller LM27402 1 TI

CBOOT Capacitor 0.22 µF, Ceramic, X7R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R71E224KA88D 1 Murata

CC1 Capacitor 1200 pF, Ceramic, COG, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H122JA01D 1 Murata

CC2 Capacitor 56 pF, Ceramic, COG, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H560JA01D 1 Murata

CC3 Capacitor 820 pF, Ceramic, COG, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H821JA01D 1 Murata

CVDD Capacitor 1 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R61E105KA12D 1 Murata

CFCapacitor 1 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R61E105KA12D 1 Murata

CIN Capacitor 22 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM32ER61E226KE15L 5 Murata

COUT 1 Capacitor 100 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 6.3 V, 20% C1210C107M9PACTU 1 Kemet

COUT2 Capacitor 330 µF, POSCAP, 6.3 V, 20% 6TPE1330MIL 1 Sanyo

CSCapacitor 0.22 µF, Ceramic, X7R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R71E224KA88D 1 Murata

CSS Capacitor 47000 pF, Ceramic, X7R, 16 V, 10% GRM188R71E473KA01D 1 Murata

CSBY Capacitor 100 pF, Ceramic, C0G, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H101JA01D 1 Murata

DBOOT Diode Schottky Diode, Average I = 100 mA, Max Surge I =

750 mA CMOSH-3 1 Central Semi

DSW Diode Schottky Diode, Average I = 3 A, Max Surge I = 80A CMSH3-40M 1 Central Semi

LOUT Inductor 1 µH, 0.9 mΩSER2010-102ML 1 Coilcraft

QLN-CH MOSFET 30 V, 60 A, 43.5 nC, RDS(on) at 4.5V = 1.85 mΩSi7192DP 1 Vishay

QH(1,2) N-CH MOSFET 25 V, 50 A, 20 nC, RDS(on) at 4.5V = 3.4 mΩSiR892DP 1 Vishay

RC1 Resistor 18.7 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060318K7FKEA 1 Vishay

RC2 Resistor 4.75 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06034K75FKEA 1 Vishay

RFADJ Resistor 45.3 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060345K3FKEA 1 Vishay

RFB1 Resistor 20.0 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060320K0FKEA 1 Vishay

RFB2 Resistor 4.42 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06034K42FKEA 1 Vishay

RFResistor 2.2Ω, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW06032R20JNEA 1 Vishay

RPGD Resistor 51.1 kΩ, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW060351K1JNEA 1 Vishay

RSResistor 4.12 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06034K12FKEA 1 Vishay

RSET Resistor 4.53 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06034K53FKEA 1 Vishay

VIN

LM27402

CIN

LOUT

CBOOT

COUT

RFB1

RFB2

CC2

CC1 RC1

RFADJ

CSS

DBOOT

CVDD

VOUT

CC3

RC2

VIN HG

GND

CS+

CS-

VDD

CBOOT

COMP

SS/TRACK

SYNC

PGOOD

FADJ

RPGD

CSBY

CFRF

RSET

DSW

3.3 V

0.9 V

RDD

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8.2.3 Example Circuit 3

Figure 47. 3.3-V Input voltage, 0.9-V Output Voltage, 20-A Output Current, 500-kHz Switching Frequency

Table 3. Bill Of Materials

DESIGNATOR TYPE PARAMETERS PART NUMBER QTY MANUFACTURER

U1 IC Synchronous Buck Voltage-Mode PWM Controller LM27402 1 TI

CBOOT Capacitor 0.22 µF, Ceramic, X7R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R71E224KA88D 1 Murata

CC1 Capacitor 820 pF, Ceramic, COG, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H821JA01D 1 Murata

CC2 Capacitor 68 pF, Ceramic, COG, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H680JA01D 1 Murata

CC3 Capacitor 390 pF, Ceramic, COG, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H391JA01D 1 Murata

CVDD Capacitor 1 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R61E105KA12D 1 Murata

CFCapacitor 1 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R61E105KA12D 1 Murata

CIN Capacitor 22 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 25 V, 10% C2012X5R0J226M 5 TDK

COUT Capacitor 100 µF, Ceramic, X5R, 6.3 V, 20% JMK316BJ107ML 3 Taiyo Yuden

CSCapacitor 0.22 µF, Ceramic, X7R, 25 V, 10% GRM188R71E224KA88D 1 Murata

CSS Capacitor 22000 pF, Ceramic, X7R, 16 V, 10% GRM188R71E223KA01D 1 Murata

CSBY Capacitor 68 pF, Ceramic, C0G, 50 V, 5% GRM1885C1H680JA01D 1 Murata

DBOOT Diode Schottky Diode, Average I = 100 mA, Max Surge I =

750 mA CMOSH-3 1 Central Semi

DSW Diode Schottky Diode, Average I = 3A, Max Surge I = 80 A CMSH3-40M 1 Central Semi

LOUT Inductor 0.33 µH, 1.4 mΩRL-8250-1.4-R33M 1 Renco

QLN-Ch MOSFET 20 V, 100 A, 64 nC, RDS(on) at 4.5 V = 1.6 mΩBSC019N02KS 1 Infineon

QHN-Ch MOSFET 20 V, 100 A, 40 nC, RDS(on) at 4.5 V = 2.1 mΩBSC026N02KS 1 Infineon

RC1 Resistor 10.0 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060310K0FKEA 1 Vishay

RC2 Resistor 150Ω, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW0603150RFKEA 1 Vishay

RDD Resistor 1Ω, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW06031R00JNEA 1 Vishay

RFADJ Resistor 20.0 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060320K0FKEA 1 Vishay

RFB1 Resistor 20.0 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060320K0FKEA 1 Vishay

RFB2 Resistor 40.2 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW060340K2FKEA 1 Vishay

RFResistor 2.2 Ω, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW06032R20JNEA 1 Vishay

RPGD Resistor 51.1 kΩ, 5%, 0.1 W CRCW060351K1JNEA 1 Vishay

RSResistor 1.07 kΩ, 1%, 0.1 W CRCW06031K07FKEA 1 Vishay

RSET Resistor 5.11 kΩ, 1%, 0. W CRCW06035K11FKEA 1 Vishay

CBOOT

VDD

GND

VIN

VOUT

GND

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Low-side

gate

driver

High-side

gate

driver

CVDD

CBOOT

CIN

COUT

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

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9 Power Supply Recommendations

The LM27402 PWM controller is designed to operate from an input voltage supply range between 3 V and 20 V.

If the input supply is located more than a few inches from the LM27402-based converter, additional bulk

capacitance may be required in addition to ceramic bypass capacitance. Given the negative incremental input

impedance of a buck converter, a bulk electrolytic component provides damping to reduce effects of input line

parasitic inductance resonating with high-Q ceramic capacitors.

10 Layout

10.1 Layout Guidelines

Careful PCB design and layout are important in a high current, fast switching circuit (with high current and

voltage slew rates) to assure appropriate device operation and design robustness. As expected, certain issues

must be considered before designing a PCB layout using the LM27402. The main switching loop of the power

stage is denoted by 1 in Figure 48. The buck converter topology means that particularly high di/dt current will

flow in loop 1, and it becomes mandatory to reduce the parasitic inductance of this loop by minimizing its

effective loop area. For loop 2 however, the di/dt through inductor LFand capacitor COUT is naturally limited by

the inductor. Keeping the area of loop 2 small is not nearly as important as that of loop 1. Also important are the

gate drive loops of the low-side and high-side MOSFETs, denoted by 3 and 4, respectively, in Figure 48.

Figure 48. DC/Dc Converter Ground System With Power Stage and Gate Drive Circuit Switching Loops

10.1.1 Power Stage Layout

1. Input capacitor(s), output capacitor(s) and MOSFETs are the constituent components in the power stage of a

buck regulator and are typically placed on the top side of the PCB (solder side). Leveraging any system-level

airflow, the benefits of convective heat transfer are thus maximized. In a two-sided PCB layout, small-signal

components are typically placed on the bottom side (component side). At least one inner plane must be

inserted, connected to ground, in order to shield and isolate the small-signal traces from noisy power traces

and lines.

2. The DC/Dc converter has several high-current loops. Minimize the area of these loops in order to suppress

generated switching noise and parasitic loop inductance and optimize switching performance.

– Loop 1: The most important loop to minimize the area of is the path from the input capacitor(s) through

the high- and low-side MOSFETs, and back to the capacitor(s) through the ground connection. Connect

the input capacitor(s) negative terminal close to the source of the low-side MOSFET (at ground).

Similarly, connect the input capacitor(s) positive terminal close to the drain of the high-side MOSFET (at

VIN). Refer to loop 1 of Figure 48.

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– Loop 2. The second important loop is the path from the low-side MOSFET through inductor and output

capacitor(s), and back to source of the low-side MOSFET through ground. Connect source of the low-side

MOSFET and negative terminal of the output capacitor(s) at ground as close as possible. Refer to loop 2

of Figure 48.

3. The PCB trace defined as SW node, which connects to the source of the high-side (control) MOSFET, the

drain of the low-side (synchronous) MOSFET and the high-voltage side of the inductor, must be short and

wide. However, the SW connection is a source of injected EMI and thus must not be too large.

4. Follow any layout considerations of the MOSFETs as recommended by the MOSFET manufacturer, including

pad geometry and solder paste stencil design.

5. The SW pin connects to the switch node of the power conversion stage, and it acts as the return path for the

high-side gate driver. The parasitic inductance inherent to loop 1 in Figure 48 and the output capacitance

(COSS) of both power MOSFETs form a resonant circuit that induces high frequency (>100 MHz) ringing on

the SW node. The voltage peak of this ringing, if not controlled, can be significantly higher than the input

voltage. Ensure that the peak ringing amplitude does not exceed the absolute maximum rating limit for the

SW pin. In many cases, a series resistor and capacitor snubber network connected from the SW node to

GND damps the ringing and decreases the peak amplitude. Provide provisions for snubber network

components in the printed circuit board layout. If testing reveals that the ringing amplitude at the SW pin is

excessive, then include snubber components.

10.1.2 Gate Drive Layout

The LM27402 high- and low-side gate drivers incorporate short propagation delays, adaptive deadtime control

and low-impedance output stages capable of delivering large peak currents with very fast rise and fall times to

facilitate rapid turn-on and turn-off transitions of the power MOSFETs. Very high di/dt can cause unacceptable

ringing if the trace lengths and impedances are not well controlled.

Minimization of stray/parasitic loop inductance is key to optimizing gate drive switching performance, whether it

be series gate inductance that resonates with MOSFET gate capacitance or common source inductance

(common to gate and power loops) that provides a negative feedback component opposing the gate drive

command, thereby increasing MOSFET switching times. The following loops are important:

• Loop 3: high-side MOSFET, Q1. During the high-side MOSFET turn on, high current flows from the boot

capacitor through the gate driver and high-side MOSFET, and back to negative terminal of the boot capacitor

through the SW connection. Conversely, to turn off the high-side MOSFET, high current flows from gate of the

high-side MOSFET through the gate driver and SW, and back to source of the high-side MOSFET through

the SW trace. Refer to loop 3 of Figure 48.

• Loop 4: low-side MOSFET, Q2. During the low-side MOSFET turn on, high current flows from VDD

decoupling capacitor through the gate driver and low-side MOSFET, and back to negative terminal of the

capacitor through ground. Conversely, to turn off the low-side MOSFET, high current flows from gate of the

low-side MOSFET through the gate driver and GND, and back to source of the low-side MOSFET through

ground. Refer to loop 4 of Figure 48.

The following circuit layout guidelines are strongly recommended when designing with high-speed MOSFET gate

drive circuits.

1. Connections from gate driver outputs, HG and LG, to the respective gate of the high-side or low-side

MOSFET should be as short as possible to reduce series parasitic inductance. Use 0.65 mm (25 mils) or

wider traces. Use via(s), if necessary, of at least 0.5 mm (20 mils) diameter along these traces. Route HG

and SW gate traces as a differential pair from the LM27403 to the high-side MOSFET, taking advantage of

flux cancellation.

2. Minimize the current loop path from the VDD and CBOOT pins through their respective capacitors as these

provide the high instantaneous current to charge the MOSFET gate capacitances. Specifically, locate the

bootstrap capacitor, CBOOT, close to the LM27402's CBOOT and SW pins to minimize the area of loop 3

associated with the high-side driver. Similarly, locate the VDD capacitor, CVDD, close to the LM27402's VDD

and GND pins to minimize the area of loop 4 associated with the low-side driver.

3. Placing a 2-Ωto 10-ΩBOOT resistor in series with the BOOT capacitor slows down the high-side MOSFET

turn-on transition, serving to reduce the voltage ringing and peak amplitude at the SW node at the expense

of increased MOSFET turn-on power loss.

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10.1.3 Controller Layout

Components related to the analog and feedback signals, current limit setting and temperature sense are

considered in the following:

1. In general, separate power and signal traces, and use a ground plane to provide noise shielding.

2. Place all sensitive analog traces and components such as COMP, FB, FADJ, and SS/TRACK away from

high-voltage switching nodes such as SW, HG, LG or CBOOT. Use internal layer(s) as ground plane(s). Pay

particular attention to shielding the feedback (FB) trace from power traces and components.

3. The upper feedback resistor can be connected directly to the output voltage sense point at the load device or

the bulk capacitor at the converter side. This connections can be used for the purpose of remote sensing at

the downstream load; however, care must be taken to route the trace to prevent noise coupling from noisy

nets.

4. Connect the OCP setpoint resistor from CS– pin to VOUT and make the connections as close as possible to

the LM27402. The trace from the CS– pin to the resistor must avoid coupling to a high-voltage switching

node. Similar precautions apply if a resistor is tied to the CS+ pin.

5. Minimize the current loop from the VDD and VIN pins through their respective decoupling capacitors to the

GND pin. In other words, locate these capacitors as close as possible to the LM27402.

10.1.4 Thermal Design and Layout

The useful operating temperature range of a PWM controller with integrated gate drivers and bias supply LDO

regulator is greatly affected by:

• Average gate drive current requirements of the power MOSFETs

• Switching frequency

• Operating input voltage (affecting LDO voltage drop and hence its power dissipation)

• Thermal characteristics of the package and operating environment

In order for a PWM controller to be useful over a particular temperature range, the package must allow for the

efficient removal of the heat produced while keeping the junction temperature within rated limits. The LM27402

controller is available in small 4-mm × 4-mm WQFN-24 (RUM) and 4.4-mm × 5-mm HTSSOP-16 (PWP)

PowerPAD™ packages to cover a range of application requirements. The thermal metrics of these packages are

summarized in the Thermal Information section of this datasheet. For detailed information regarding the thermal

information table, please refer to IC Package Thermal Metrics,SPRA953, application report.

Both package offers a means of removing heat from the semiconductor die through the exposed thermal pad at

the base of the package. While the exposed pad of the LM27402's package is not directly connected to any

leads of the package, it is thermally connected to the substrate of the device (ground). This allows a significant

improvement in heat-sinking, and it becomes imperative that the PCB is designed with thermal lands, thermal

vias, and a ground plane to complete the heat removal subsystem. The LM27402's exposed pad is soldered to

the ground-connected copper land on the PCB directly underneath the device package, reducing the thermal

resistance to a very low value.

Numerous vias with a 0.3-mm diameter connected from the thermal land to the internal/solder-side ground

plane(s) are vital to help dissipation. In a multi-layer PCB design, a solid ground plane is typically placed on the

PCB layer below the power components. Not only does this provide a plane for the power stage currents to flow

but it also represents a thermally conductive path away from the heat generating devices.

The thermal characteristics of the MOSFETs also are significant. The high-side MOSFET's drain pad is normally

connected to a VIN plane for heat-sinking. The low-side MOSFET's drain pad is tied to the SW plane, but the SW

plane area is purposely kept relatively small to mitigate EMI concerns.

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10.2 Layout Example

Figure 49 and Figure 50 show an example PCB layout based on the LM27402 20A EVM design. For more

details, please see the LM27402 Evaluation Board User's Guide,SNVA406.

Figure 49. LM27402 PCB Layout – Top Layer

Figure 50. LM27402 PCB Layout – Bottom Layer

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11 Device and Documentation Support

11.1 Device Support

11.1.1 Third-Party Products Disclaimer

TI'S PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION REGARDING THIRD-PARTY PRODUCTS OR SERVICES DOES NOT

CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT REGARDING THE SUITABILITY OF SUCH PRODUCTS OR SERVICES

OR A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION OR ENDORSEMENT OF SUCH PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, EITHER

ALONE OR IN COMBINATION WITH ANY TI PRODUCT OR SERVICE.

11.1.2 Development Support

11.1.2.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools

Click here to create a custom design using the LM27402 device with the WEBENCH® Power Designer.

1. Start by entering the input voltage (VIN), output voltage (VOUT), and output current (IOUT) requirements.

2. Optimize the design for key parameters such as efficiency, footprint, and cost using the optimizer dial.

3. Compare the generated design with other possible solutions from Texas Instruments.

The WEBENCH Power Designer provides a customized schematic along with a list of materials with real-time

pricing and component availability.

In most cases, these actions are available:

• Run electrical simulations to see important waveforms and circuit performance

• Run thermal simulations to understand board thermal performance

• Export customized schematic and layout into popular CAD formats

• Print PDF reports for the design, and share the design with colleagues

Get more information about WEBENCH tools at www.ti.com/WEBENCH.

• WEBENCH http://www.ti.com/webench

• TI NexFET™ Power Block Module CSD87330Q3D

•LM27402 Design Tool

•TI Designs

11.2 Documentation Support

11.2.1 Related Documentation

•LM27402 EVM User's Guide,SNVA406

•LM27402 Current Limit Application Circuits,SNVA441

•6/4-Bit VID Programmable Current DAC for Point of Load Regulators with Adjustable Start-Up Current,

SNVS822

11.3 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates

To receive notification of documentation updates, navigate to the device product folder on ti.com. In the upper

right corner, click on Alert me to register and receive a weekly digest of any product information that has

changed. For change details, review the revision history included in any revised document.

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11.4 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.

11.5 Trademarks

NexFET, E2E are trademarks of Texas Instruments.

WEBENCH is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

11.6 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.

11.7 Glossary

SLYZ022 —TI Glossary.

This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.

12 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

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PACKAGING INFORMATION

Orderable Device Status

(1)

Package Type Package

Drawing Pins Package

Qty Eco Plan

(2)

Lead finish/

Ball material

(6)

MSL Peak Temp

(3)

Op Temp (°C) Device Marking

(4/5)

Samples

LM27402MH/NOPB ACTIVE HTSSOP PWP 16 92 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM L27402

LM27402MHX/NOPB ACTIVE HTSSOP PWP 16 2500 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM L27402

LM27402SQ/NOPB ACTIVE WQFN RUM 16 1000 RoHS & Green Call TI | SN | NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 125 27402S

LM27402SQX/NOPB ACTIVE WQFN RUM 16 4500 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 125 27402S

(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".

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Green: TI defines "Green" to mean the content of Chlorine (Cl) and Bromine (Br) based flame retardants meet JS709B low halogen requirements of <=1000ppm threshold. Antimony trioxide based

flame retardants must also meet the <=1000ppm threshold requirement.

(3) MSL, Peak Temp. - The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating according to the JEDEC industry standard classifications, and peak solder temperature.

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TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION

*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package

Type Package

Drawing Pins SPQ Reel

Diameter

(mm)

Reel

Width

W1 (mm)

(mm) B0

(mm) K0

(mm) P1

(mm) W

(mm) Pin1

Quadrant

LM27402MHX/NOPB HTSSOP PWP 16 2500 330.0 12.4 6.95 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1

LM27402SQ/NOPB WQFN RUM 16 1000 180.0 12.4 4.3 4.3 1.1 8.0 12.0 Q1

LM27402SQ/NOPB WQFN RUM 16 1000 178.0 12.4 4.3 4.3 1.3 8.0 12.0 Q1

LM27402SQX/NOPB WQFN RUM 16 4500 330.0 12.4 4.3 4.3 1.3 8.0 12.0 Q1

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*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package Type Package Drawing Pins SPQ Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm)

LM27402MHX/NOPB HTSSOP PWP 16 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0

LM27402SQ/NOPB WQFN RUM 16 1000 203.0 203.0 35.0

LM27402SQ/NOPB WQFN RUM 16 1000 210.0 185.0 35.0

LM27402SQX/NOPB WQFN RUM 16 4500 367.0 367.0 35.0

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TYP

6.6

6.2

14X 0.65

16X 0.30

0.19

4.55

(0.15) TYP

0 - 8 0.15

0.05

3.3

2.7

3.3

2.7

2X 1.34 MAX

NOTE 5

1.2 MAX

(1)

0.25

GAGE PLANE

0.75

0.50

NOTE 3

5.1

4.9

B4.5

4.3

4X 0.166 MAX

NOTE 5

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NOTES:

1. All linear dimensions are in millimeters. Any dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Dimensioning and tolerancing

per ASME Y14.5M.

2. This drawing is subject to change without notice.

3. This dimension does not include mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs. Mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs shall not

exceed 0.15 mm per side.

4. Reference JEDEC registration MO-153.

5. Features may not be present.

PowerPAD is a trademark of Texas Instruments.

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0.1 C A B

PIN 1 ID

AREA

SEATING PLANE

0.1 C

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DETAIL A

TYPICAL

SCALE 2.400

THERMAL

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0.05 MAX

ALL AROUND 0.05 MIN

ALL AROUND

16X (1.5)

16X (0.45)

14X (0.65)

(3.4)

NOTE 9

(5)

NOTE 9

(3.3)

( 0.2) TYP

VIA (1.1) TYP

(1.1)

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SYMM

SEE DETAILS

LAND PATTERN EXAMPLE

EXPOSED METAL SHOWN

SCALE:10X

METAL COVERED

BY SOLDER MASK

SOLDER MASK

DEFINED PAD

NOTES: (continued)

6. Publication IPC-7351 may have alternate designs.

7. Solder mask tolerances between and around signal pads can vary based on board fabrication site.

8. This package is designed to be soldered to a thermal pad on the board. For more information, see Texas Instruments literature

numbers SLMA002 (www.ti.com/lit/slma002) and SLMA004 (www.ti.com/lit/slma004).

9. Size of metal pad may vary due to creepage requirement.

METAL

SOLDER MASK

OPENING

NON SOLDER MASK

DEFINED

SOLDER MASK DETAILS

PADS 1-16

EXPOSED

METAL

SOLDER MASK

DEFINED

SOLDER MASK

METAL UNDER SOLDER MASK

OPENING

EXPOSED

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16X (1.5)

16X (0.45)

(3.3)

BASED ON

0.125 THICK

STENCIL

14X (0.65)

(R0.05) TYP

(5.8)

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2.79 X 2.790.175 3.01 X 3.010.15 3.3 X 3.3 (SHOWN)0.125 3.69 X 3.690.1

SOLDER STENCIL

OPENING

STENCIL

THICKNESS

NOTES: (continued)

10. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release. IPC-7525 may have alternate

design recommendations.

11. Board assembly site may have different recommendations for stencil design.

SYMM

BASED ON

0.125 THICK

STENCIL

BY SOLDER MASK

METAL COVERED SEE TABLE FOR

DIFFERENT OPENINGS

FOR OTHER STENCIL

THICKNESSES

SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE

EXPOSED PAD

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