Diodes Incorporated AP65200SP-13
- Part No.:
- AP65200SP-13
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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AP65200SP-13.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BUCK ADJ 2A 8SO
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Product details
Overview
AP65200SP-13 from Diodes Incorporated is a 340 kHz external-compensation synchronous DC/DC buck converter with integrated 130 mΩ high- and low-side MOSFETs, delivering up to 2 A continuous output current at up to 95% efficiency across 4.7–18 V input and 0.925–16 V adjustable output. It implements automatic light-load efficiency improvement and current-mode control for fast transient response in FPGA, DSP, and consumer power rails.
For engineers reviewing the AP65200SP-13 datasheet, AP65200SP-13 pinout, AP65200SP-13 application, or AP65200SP-13 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 0.925 V feedback reference, 340 kHz fixed-frequency operation, BST/SS/EN/COMP pin functionality, thermal shutdown at +160°C, and SO-8EP package compatibility with distributed power systems.
Technical Context
The AP65200SP-13 uses current-mode control with internal slope compensation to suppress subharmonic oscillation at half-switching frequency (170 kHz), enabling stable loop behavior with minimal external components. Its error amplifier features 800 V/V gain and 1000 µA/V transconductance, interfacing directly with the COMP pin for external RC network tuning.
It integrates cycle-by-cycle overcurrent protection triggered by high-side RDS(ON) sensing, with fold-back frequency reduction to 102 kHz when FB drops to 0.3 V. UVLO activates at 4.05 V (rising) with 250 mV hysteresis, and EN enables operation above 2.5 V with 220 mV lockout hysteresis.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 4.7 V to 18 V - Supports 5 V, 12 V, and 18 V intermediate bus rails without external LDO pre-regulation. |
| Output Current | 2 A continuous, 3 A peak - Sustains full load under 85°C ambient with SO-8EP θJA = 40°C/W. |
| Feedback Reference | 0.925 V ±25 mV - Enables precise output regulation from 0.925 V to 16 V using standard resistor dividers. |
| Switching Frequency | 340 kHz (±12%) - Fixed frequency allows predictable EMI filtering; avoids audio-band noise in consumer audio supplies. |
| High-Side RDS(ON) | 130 mΩ max - Minimizes conduction loss at 2 A, contributing to ≥95% efficiency at 12 VIN/3.3 VOUT. |
| Soft-Start Current | 6 µA - Sets soft-start time via external capacitor (e.g., 0.1 µF → 15 ms), limiting inrush into bulk output capacitance. |
| Thermal Shutdown | +160°C with +40°C hysteresis - Protects die during sustained overload; resumes operation only after junction cools to ~120°C. |
Pinout & Package
AP65200SP-13 is packaged in RoHS-compliant Green SO-8EP (exposed pad), with thermal resistance θJA = 40°C/W under recommended PCB layout (2"×2", 2 oz copper, thermal vias to GND).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| BST | Bootstrap Supply | Drives high-side MOSFET gate; requires ≥0.01 µF ceramic capacitor from SW to BST for charge pump operation. |
| IN | Main Power Input | Supplies IC bias and switching power; must be bypassed with ≥10 µF low-ESR capacitor to GND near pin. |
| SW | Switching Node | Connects to inductor input; carries high di/dt; requires tight layout to minimize EMI and voltage spikes. |
| GND | Power Ground | Primary return path for power switches; exposed pad must be soldered to ≥80% GND copper area for thermal performance. |
| FB | Feedback Input | Senses output via resistive divider; 0.925 V threshold sets regulation point; sensitive to noise-route away from SW. |
| COMP | Loop Compensation | Output of error amplifier; connects to external RC network (e.g., 6.8 kΩ + 6.8 nF) to stabilize control loop. |
| EN | Enable Control | Digital input: >2.5 V enables regulator; <1.98 V disables; internal 100 kΩ pull-up enables auto-start when tied to IN. |
| SS | Soft-Start Timing | Controls startup ramp rate; 6 µA current charges external capacitor (e.g., 0.1 µF → 15 ms); floating disables feature. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Automated Light-Load Efficiency Mode | Reduces quiescent current to 0.6 mA typical at 2.0 VEN, extending battery life in standby without manual mode switching. |
| Integrated Dual MOSFETs | 130 mΩ high- and low-side RDS(ON) eliminates external switch selection, reduces BOM count, and improves layout simplicity. |
| Current-Mode Control with Slope Compensation | Enables single-pole compensation design, supports wide input/output ratios, and delivers <10 µs load transient recovery (0.15 A ↔ 2 A). |
| Comprehensive Protection Suite | Includes cycle-by-cycle OCP (4.4 A HS limit), thermal shutdown (+160°C), UVLO (4.05 V), and overvoltage lockout (1.1 V on FB). |
| Green Packaging | SO-8EP meets RoHS 2 (2011/65/EU), halogen- and antimony-free (<900 ppm Br/Cl, <1000 ppm Sb), with lead-free terminations. |
Applications
| Gaming Console Power | FPGA Core Supply |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Primary 1.2 V/1.8 V/3.3 V rail for GPU and memory subsystems in compact gaming consoles with strict thermal budgets. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronous buck regulator providing tightly regulated, low-noise core voltage with fast load-step response. Use Value: 95% efficiency at 2 A reduces heat sink requirements; automated light-load mode cuts idle power by >50% vs. forced PWM. |
Use Scenario: Configurable core voltage supply for Xilinx Artix-7 or Intel Cyclone V FPGAs requiring 1.2 V ±3% at up to 2 A. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Adjustable-output buck converter with precision 0.925 V reference and external compensation for dynamic load tracking. Use Value: External soft-start (15 ms typical) prevents configuration corruption during FPGA power-up; SS pin allows sequencing control. |
| Flat Panel TV Backlight Driver | Network System PoE PD |
|
Use Scenario: Intermediate 5 V or 12 V supply feeding LED driver ICs in 4K UHD TV mainboards with space-constrained layouts. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency step-down converter operating from 12 V or 19 V adapter input to isolated LED string supplies. Use Value: SO-8EP package enables <10 mm² footprint; 340 kHz switching allows small 10 µH inductors and 22 µF ceramic output caps. |
Use Scenario: Secondary-side DC/DC stage in IEEE 802.3af/at Powered Device (PD) designs converting 37–57 V PoE input to 3.3 V/5 V system rails. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Robust buck controller handling wide VIN range with UVLO hysteresis preventing brownout oscillation on marginal PoE links. Use Value: 18 V absolute max input withstands PoE surge transients; thermal shutdown protects against sustained overload in sealed enclosures. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar synchronous buck converter applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MP2451DT-LF-Z | 36 V max VIN, 0.8 V ref, 2.2 MHz switching, no BST pin - uses internal bootstrap capacitor. | Better suited for higher-input industrial rails; lacks external compensation flexibility and light-load algorithm. | Select when input exceeds 18 V or board space demands ultra-high frequency; avoid if 340 kHz EMI filtering or adaptive efficiency is required. |
| TPS54202DRCT | 6 V max VIN, 0.6 V ref, 500 kHz, integrated soft-start, no BST pin - monolithic design with internal boot cap. | Optimized for low-VIN battery-powered apps; incompatible with 12 V input without pre-regulator. | Choose only for ≤6 V input systems needing smaller solution size; not drop-in for AP65200SP-13's 4.7–18 V range or SO-8EP layout. |
Compared with MP2451DT-LF-Z and TPS54202DRCT, the AP65200SP-13 uniquely balances 18 V input capability, external compensation control, and automated light-load optimization-making it optimal for mid-range consumer and embedded power where thermal headroom and efficiency across load range are critical.
Availability
AP65200SP-13 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for gaming console power, FPGA core supply, and flat-panel TV intermediate rail applications requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for AP65200SP-13 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Diodes Incorporated is a global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and analog ICs, specializing in high-efficiency power management, signal integrity, and protection solutions for consumer, industrial, and computing markets.
The AP65200SP-13 belongs to Diodes' high-integration synchronous buck converter product line, designed specifically for space-constrained, thermally sensitive consumer electronics requiring robust light-load efficiency and simplified layout.
FAQ
What is the minimum output voltage achievable with the AP65200SP-13?
The AP65200SP-13 has a fixed 0.925 V feedback reference voltage with ±25 mV tolerance over temperature. Using a standard resistor divider, the lowest stable output is 0.925 V - achieved when R2 = 0 Ω and R1 is omitted (FB tied directly to VOUT). This is confirmed in the datasheet's "Setting the Output Voltage" section and validated by the 0.925 V min spec in Electrical Characteristics.
Can the AP65200SP-13 operate without an external bootstrap capacitor?
No. The BST pin requires a minimum 0.01 µF ceramic capacitor connected between BST and SW to charge the high-side gate driver. Omitting this capacitor prevents proper high-side MOSFET turn-on, causing immediate failure to regulate. The datasheet explicitly states this in Pin Descriptions and Functional Block Diagram notes.
How does the AP65200SP-13 handle short-circuit conditions?
Under short-circuit, the AP65200SP-13 activates cycle-by-cycle current limiting at ~4.4 A (HS) and triggers fold-back mode when FB falls to 0.3 V, reducing switching frequency to 102 kHz and lowering current limit to ~3.1 A. Thermal shutdown engages at +160°C if sustained, with automatic recovery after cooling to ~120°C.
Is the AP65200SP-13 pin-compatible with other Diodes buck converters like the AP65100?
No. The AP65200SP-13 uses an 8-pin SO-8EP package with pinout: 1-BST, 2-IN, 3-SW, 4-GND, 5-FB, 6-COMP, 7-EN, 8-SS. The AP65100 uses a different pin assignment (e.g., SS and COMP swapped) and lacks BST pin functionality - direct replacement would cause functional failure and potential damage.
AP65200SP-13 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Function:
- Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Buck
- Output Type:
- Adjustable
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 4.7V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 18V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 0.925V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 16V
- Current - Output:
- 2A
- Frequency - Switching:
- 340kHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- Yes
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SO-EP
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