The RT7232 is a high-performance 650kHz 4A step down regulator with an internal power switch and synchronous rectifier. It features quick transient response using its Advanced Constant On-Time (ACOT) control architecture that provides stable operation with small ceramic output capacitors and without complicated external compensation, among other benefits. The input voltage range is from 4.5V to 18V and the output is adjustable from 0.765V to 8V.
The proprietary ACOTTM control improves upon other fast response constant on-time architectures, achieving nearly constant switching frequency over line, load, and output voltage ranges. Since there is no internal clock, response to transients is nearly instantaneous and inductor current can ramp quickly to maintain output regulation without large bulk output capacitance. The RT7232 is stable with and optimized for ceramic output capacitors.
With its internal 90mΩ switch and 60mΩ synchronous rectifier, the RT7232 displays excellent efficiency and good behavior across a range of applications, especially for low output voltages and low duty cycles. Cycle-by cycle current limit, input under-voltage lock-out, externally-adjustable soft-start, output under- and overvoltage protection, and thermal shutdown provide safe and smooth operation in all operating conditions.
The RT7232 evaluation board uses the RT7232GQW IC in a WDFN-10L3x3 package with an exposed thermal pad. The IC is also available in a PTSSOP-14 package with an exposed thermal pad.
Features:
Steady 650kHz Switching Frequency at PWM
Optimized for Ceramic Output Capacitors
Internal 90mΩ Switch and 60mΩ Synchronous Rectifier
Externally-adjustable, Pre-biased Compatible Soft-Start
| Manufacturer | Richtek USA Inc. |
|---|---|
| Category | AC/DC and DC/DC Conversion |
| Sub-Category | DC/DC SMPS - Single Output |
| Eval Board Part Number | EVB_RT7232GQW-ND |
| Eval Board Supplier | Richtek USA Inc. |
| Eval Board |
Normally In Stock
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| Topology |
Step Down
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| Outputs and Type |
1 Non-Isolated
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| Voltage Out: Factory Set |
1.05 V
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| Current Out |
4 A
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| Voltage In |
4.5 ~ 18 V
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| Efficiency @ Conditions |
>80%, 5V in, 1.05V @ 0.05 ~ 3 A
>75%, 12V in, 1.05V @ 0.2 ~ 4 A >70%, 18V in, 1.05V @ 0.2 ~ 4 A |
| Voltage Out Range |
0.765 ~ 8 V
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| Features |
Current Limit (Adj. or Fixed)
Light Load Mode Over Voltage Protection Soft Start Thermal Protection Under Voltage Protection, Brown-Out |
| Switching Frequency |
650 kHz
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| Standby Current [Typical] |
1 µA
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| Quiescent Current [Typical] |
1 mA
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| Component Count + Extras |
15 + 15
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| Internal Switch |
Yes
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| Design Author |
Richtek USA Inc.
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| Application / Target Market |
FPGA / DSP / Processors
LCD TV / Monitor Point of Load (PoL) Power: Industrial Power Printer, Plotter White Goods |
| Standby Current [Maximum] |
10 µA
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| Quiescent Current [Maximum] |
1.3 mA
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| Main I.C. Base Part |
RT7232
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| Date Created By Author | 2014-04 |
| Date Added To Library | 2018-11 |