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LMZ14201TZX

Step-Down DC-DC Power Module

The LMZ14201TZX is a step-down dc-dc power module from Texas Instruments. View the full LMZ14201TZX datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments

Category

Step-Down DC-DC Power Module

Package

TO-PMOD

Key Specifications

ParameterValue
Efficiencyup to 92%
Output Current1 A
Package Dimensions10.16 mm x 9.85 mm
Input Voltage Range6 V to 42 V
Switching Frequencyup to 1 MHz
Maximum Output Power6 W
Output Voltage Range0.8 V to 6 V
Current Limit Threshold1.4 A to 3 A
Shutdown Quiescent Current25 µA
Non Switching Input Current1 mA
Operating Junction Temperature Range-40°C to 125°C

Overview

Part: LMZ14201 — Texas Instruments

Type: Step-Down DC-DC Power Module

Description: An easy-to-use step-down DC-DC power module that can drive up to 1-A load with exceptional power conversion efficiency, line and load regulation, and output accuracy, accepting an input voltage rail between 6 V and 42 V and delivering an adjustable output voltage as low as 0.8 V.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 6 V to 42 V
  • Operating junction temperature: -40 °C to 125 °C
  • Max output current: 1 A
  • Output voltage range: 0.8 V to 6 V

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage (VIN, RON to GND): 43.5 V
  • Max junction temperature: 150 °C
  • Max storage temperature: 150 °C

Key Specs:

  • EN threshold trip point (V EN rising): 1.18 V (typ)
  • SS source current (V SS = 0 V): 8 μA (typ)
  • Current limit threshold (DC average): 1.95 A (typ)
  • In-regulation feedback voltage (T J = 25°C, I O = 10 mA): 0.802 V (typ)
  • Feedback overvoltage protection threshold: 0.92 V (typ)
  • Non Switching Input Current (V FB = 0.86 V): 1 mA (typ)
  • Output Voltage Ripple: 8 mV PP (typ)
  • Line Regulation (V IN = 12 V to 42 V, I O = 1 A): 0.01% (typ)

Features:

  • Integrated Shielded Inductor
  • Simple PCB Layout
  • Flexible Start-Up Sequencing Using External Soft-Start and Precision Enable
  • Protection Against Inrush Currents and Faults Such as Input UVLO and Output Short Circuit
  • Single Exposed Pad and Standard Pinout for Easy Mounting and Manufacturing
  • Fast Transient Response for Powering FPGAs and ASICs
  • Low Output Voltage Ripple
  • Pin-to-Pin Compatible Family: LMZ1420x (42 V Maximum 3 A, 2 A, 1 A), LMZ1200x (20 V Maximum 3 A, 2 A, 1 A)
  • Efficiency up to 90%
  • Low Radiated Emissions (EMI) Tested With EN55022 Class B Standard
  • Low External Component Count

Applications:

  • Point of Load Conversions From 12-V and 24-V Input Rail
  • Time-Critical Projects
  • Space Constrained and High Thermal Requirement Applications
  • Negative Output Voltage Applications

Package:

  • TO-PMOD (7 pins) - 10.16 mm × 9.85 mm

Features

  • 1 · Integrated Shielded Inductor
  • Simple PCB Layout
  • Flexible Start-Up Sequencing Using External SoftStart and Precision Enable
  • Protection Against Inrush Currents and Faults Such as Input UVLO and Output Short Circuit
  • -40°C to 125°C Junction Temperature Range
  • Single Exposed Pad and Standard Pinout for Easy Mounting and Manufacturing
  • Fast Transient Response for Powering FPGAs and ASICs
  • Low Output Voltage Ripple
  • Pin-to-Pin Compatible Family:
  • -LMZ1420x (42 V Maximum 3 A, 2 A, 1 A)
  • -LMZ1200x (20 V Maximum 3 A, 2 A, 1 A)
  • Fully Enabled for WEBENCH ® Power Designer
  • Electrical Specifications
  • -6-W Maximum Total Output Power
  • -Up to 1-A Output Current
  • -Input Voltage Range 6 V to 42 V
  • -Output Voltage Range 0.8 V to 6 V
  • -Efficiency up to 90%
  • Performance Benefits
  • -Operates at High Ambient Temperature With No Thermal Derating
  • -High Efficiency Reduces System Heat Generation
  • -Low Radiated Emissions (EMI) Tested With EN55022 Class B Standard
  • -Low External Component Count

Applications

  • Point of Load Conversions From 12-V and 24-V Input Rail
  • Time-Critical Projects
  • Space Constrained and High Thermal Requirement Applications
  • Negative Output Voltage Applications (See AN-2027) SNVA425

Pin Configuration

Electrical Characteristics

Limits are for T J = 25°C only unless otherwise noted. Minimum and Maximum limits are ensured through test, design or statistical correlation. Typical values represent the most likely parametric norm at T J = 25°C, and are provided for reference purposes only. Unless otherwise stated the following conditions apply: VIN = 24 V, Vout = 3.3 V

PARAMETERPARAMETERTEST CONDITIONSTEST CONDITIONSMIN (1)TYP (2)MAX (1)UNIT
SYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERSSYSTEM PARAMETERS
ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)ENABLE CONTROL (3)
V ENEN threshold trip pointV EN rising1.181.181.18V
over the junction temperature (T J ) range of -40°C to +125°C1.101.25V
V EN-HYSEN threshold hysteresisV EN falling90mV
SOFT-STARTSOFT-STARTSOFT-STARTSOFT-STARTSOFT-STARTSOFT-STARTSOFT-STARTSOFT-START
I SSSS source currentV SS = 0 V8μA
over the junction temperature (T J ) range of -40°C to +125°C511μA
I SS-DISSS discharge current-200μA
CURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMITCURRENT LIMIT
I CLCurrent limit thresholdDC average1.95A
over the junction temperature (T J ) range of -40°C to +125°C1.43A
ON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMERON/OFF TIMER
t ON-MINON timer minimum pulse width150ns
t OFFOFF timer pulse width260ns

Absolute Maximum Ratings

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

MINMAXUNIT
VIN, RON to GND-0.343.5V
EN, FB, SS to GND-0.37V
Junction Temperature150°C
Storage Temperature-65150°C

Recommended Operating Conditions

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

MINMAXUNIT
V IN642V
EN06.5V
Operation Junction Temperature- 40125°C

Thermal Information

THERMAL METRIC (1)LMZ14201 NDW (TO-PMOD) 7 PINSUNIT
R θ JA4 layer JEDEC Printed Circuit Board, 100 vias, No air flow Junction-to-ambient 2 layer JEDEC Printed Circuit Board, No air flow19.3°C/W
R θ JAthermal resistance21.5°C/W
R θ JC(top)Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance 1.9Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance 1.9°C/W

Typical Application

1

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