Intersil Releases 1.6MHz Synchronous Buck Regulator For DC-DC Control & Conversion
Intersil Corp. introduced the ISL8009A – described as an ultra-small, high-efficiency synchronous buck regulator that saves space and offers improved efficiency for a broad range of applications.
The ISL8009A comes in an 8-lead, 2 x 3mm DFN package and performs dc-dc control and conversion while supporting a continuous load of 1.5A. The device’s current mode control architecture is said to deliver very low duty cycle operation at high frequency with fast transient response and excellent loop stability. It can operate in forced PWM mode or automatic PFM/PWM mode with quiescent current as low as 17µA.
The company claims that the ISL8009A’s highly efficient power conversion under light load conditions extends battery life in portable and handheld applications. A pair of low ON-resistance P-Channel and N-Channel switching MOSFETs is integrated into the IC resulting in a very small regulator footprint. In addition, the internal compensation requires less external components. These features are said to provide a space-saving solution for digital cameras, media players, portable medical instruments, servers, storage drives, KVM modules, industrial programmable logic controllers and other applications.
A 2ms Power-on-reset (POR) and enable (EN) outputs provide internal voltage monitoring and sequencing. The timer output can be reset through the reset system input (RSI) pin. For additional safety, the ISL8009A discharges the output capacitor through a 100Ω resistor when the application is shut down. Other features include internal digital soft-start, enable for power sequence, overcurrent protection, and thermal shutdown.
The ISL8009A is available now in 8-lead 2 x 3mm DFN packages, just 1mm in height. Pricing starts at $1.52 each in 1,000-piece quantities.
