Monolithic Power Systems Inc. HR1213GY-0000-Z
- Part No.:
- HR1213GY-0000-Z
- Manufacturer:
- Monolithic Power Systems Inc.
- Category:
- PFC (Power Factor Correction)
- Package:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
HR1213GY-0000-Z.pdf
- Description:
- MULTI-MODE PFC AND CURRENT MODE
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Product details
Overview
HR1213GY-0000-Z from Monolithic Power Systems is a multi-mode PFC and current-mode LLC combo controller supporting AC/DC inputs, featuring digital average current control (CCM/DCM), adaptive dead-time adjustment (ADTA), capacitive mode protection (CMP), and UART-configurable bias options. It delivers up to 240W in ATX/gaming PSUs with integrated 600V high-side gate driver, internal HV start-up current source (7.9–12.5mA), and dual-stage protection including OVP, OCP, OPP, and thermal shutdown.
For engineers reviewing the HR1213GY-0000-Z datasheet, HR1213GY-0000-Z pinout, HR1213GY-0000-Z application, or HR1213GY-0000-Z equivalent, this controller enables precise digital optimization of PFC efficiency across load range (up to 250kHz) and LLC stability (up to 500kHz steady-state), with configurable burst/skip modes, soft-start, brown-in/out, and external protection interface via SO pin.
Technical Context
The HR1213 employs a patented digital average current control scheme for hybrid CCM/DCM PFC operation-CCM reduces peak MOSFET current under heavy loads, while DCM lowers switching frequency at light loads. Its current-mode LLC stage implements adaptive dead-time adjustment (ADTA) with min/max limits and capacitive mode protection (CMP) using polarity detection on CSHB to enforce zero-voltage switching (ZVS) and prevent hard-switching failure.
Three dynamic operating modes-steady state, skip, and digital frequency-controlled burst mode-are selected based on real-time load conditions. Burst mode uses configurable soft switching to reduce audible noise and switching losses, while UART interface enables runtime configuration of bias settings, protections, and timing parameters without hardware changes.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| PFC Operating Frequency | Up to 250 kHz - Enables compact magnetics and reduced conduction loss in high-power AC-DC front-ends. |
| LLC Steady-State Frequency | Up to 500 kHz - Supports high-efficiency resonant conversion with fast transient response in mid-to-high power supplies. |
| HV Start-Up Current | 7.9–12.5 mA at VCC < 15 V - Eliminates external start-up resistor; enables direct HV pin connection to rectified AC line. |
| Gate Driver Output | 600 V HS / 14 V LS - Drives half-bridge LLC MOSFETs directly with bootstrap diode integrated; supports dV/dt immunity up to 50 V/ns. |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit (CSP), 10-bit (ACIN/FBP/FBL) - Enables precise digital current/voltage sensing for closed-loop PFC and LLC regulation. |
| OCP Threshold (CSHB) | 1.475–1.52 V - Triggers auto-restart or latch-off on primary-side over-current, synchronized with resonant current polarity detection. |
| Thermal Shutdown | 145 °C activation / 120 °C recovery - Provides reliable junction temperature protection with hysteresis to prevent oscillation during overload. |
Pinout & Package
HR1213GY-0000-Z is housed in a SOIC-20 package (MSL Level 3, 260°C reflow compatible), with exposed pad not present. Pin functions are validated per MPS HR1213 Rev. 1.0 datasheet and functional block diagram.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 FBP | PFC output voltage sense | Sets PFC switch on-time, enables OVP/OLP, and calculates digital current reference IREF(N); internal 3.3 MΩ pull-down. |
| 2 ACIN | AC input voltage sense | Enables brown-in/out protection and PFC frequency modulation; recommended 2.2 nF noise filter capacitor. |
| 3 CSP | PFC current sense input | Determines switch on-time, frequency, and cycle-by-cycle current limit; series 500 Ω resistor required for surge protection. |
| 4 PGND | PFC/LLC low-side ground reference | Common return path for PFC gate driver, LLC low-side driver, and current-sense circuitry; separate from digital ground. |
| 5 GATEP | PFC gate driver output | Drives PFC MOSFET gate with 650 mA source / 800 mA sink capability; 4.5–7.5 Ω on-resistance ensures fast turn-on. |
| 6 VREG | Internal regulated supply | Provides stable 11–13 V for gate drivers and core logic; turns on at ≥10 V, shuts down below 6.5 V. |
| 7 LSG | LLC low-side gate driver | Outputs 0.75 A peak source / 0.87 A peak sink; 20–40 ns rise/fall times support high-frequency half-bridge switching. |
| 8 VCC | Main IC supply input | Accepts 12–35 V externally or via internal HV start-up; UVLO thresholds at 10.8 V (UVP1) and 14.4 V (UVP2). |
| 10 HV | High-voltage start-up input | Connects directly to rectified AC line; 700 V breakdown rating eliminates need for external start-up network. |
| 11 BST | Bootstrap supply for HSG | Internal diode connects BST to VCC; external BST–SW capacitor enables floating high-side drive for LLC half-bridge. |
| 12 HSG | LLC high-side gate driver | 600 V-rated output referenced to SW; 0.74 A source / 0.87 A sink with 20–40 ns edge speeds for ZVS compliance. |
| 13 SW | High-side switch source node | Current return path for HSG; requires low-inductance layout to avoid ground bounce exceeding -3 V swing. |
| 15 GNDD | Digital core ground | Isolated analog/digital ground reference for ADCs, DACs, UART, and control logic; must be connected to PGND at single point. |
| 16 CSHB | Half-bridge current sense | Enables OCP and CMP by comparing sensed voltage against VCSPR (-80 mV) and VCSNR (+80 mV) polarity thresholds. |
| 17 UART | Half-duplex configuration interface | Internally pulled up to 3.3 V (1.6 kΩ); used for runtime parameter tuning; disable during VCC brownout below 14.4 V. |
| 18 FBL | LLC feedback input | Defines LLC frequency/load mode; internal pull-up switches from 8 kΩ (normal) to 47 kΩ (power-save) to improve light-load accuracy. |
| 19 CR | Resonant capacitor voltage sense | Enables zero-voltage detection (threshold 15–25 mV) and slope compensation (1.54–3.16 mV/µs) for current-mode LLC stability. |
| 20 SO | External protection input | Triggers OVP at 1.475–1.52 V; supports NTC-based thermal shutdown when connected to external thermistor network. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Digital hybrid CCM/DCM PFC control | Optimizes efficiency across full load range: CCM reduces peak current at high load; DCM cuts switching loss at light load. |
| Adaptive dead-time adjustment (ADTA) | Monitors SW node slew rate (≥85 V/µs) to dynamically adjust HSG/LSG timing, ensuring ZVS without entering capacitive mode. |
| Configurable burst/skip mode | Reduces audible noise and switching loss at light loads via digital frequency control; burst frequency adjustable via UART. |
| Integrated HV start-up current source | Eliminates external start-up resistor; delivers 7.9–12.5 mA from HV pin to charge VCC, enabling simplified auxiliary-less designs. |
| Multi-level protection architecture | Includes OVP (FBP/SO), OCP (CSHB), OPP (FBL), TSD (145°C), PFC OLP, and SO-pin configurable external fault handling. |
Applications
| Desktop PC ATX Power Supplies | Gaming Power Supplies |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: 240W continuous output with 80 PLUS Gold efficiency requirement, 110–230 VAC universal input, and rapid load transients from GPU/CPU bursts. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-stage controller managing PFC pre-regulation and LLC DC-DC conversion; synchronizes burst-mode entry/exit between stages to maintain regulation. Use Value: Achieves >94% efficiency at 50% load and <30 mW no-load consumption via coordinated digital CCM/DCM PFC and frequency-modulated LLC burst mode. |
Use Scenario: High-density 750W modular PSU with tight acoustic noise limits, requiring silent operation below 20% load and robust over-current response during GPU overclocking. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary timing and protection controller; ADTA and CMP ensure ZVS across wide input/output ranges, while UART enables factory calibration of burst thresholds. Use Value: Reduces audible coil whine by 15 dB(A) vs. fixed-frequency LLC through configurable low-noise burst frequency and soft-switching enforcement. |
| Notebook Adapter Power Supplies | LED Driver Power Supplies |
|
Use Scenario: Compact 65W GaN-based adapter with universal AC input, USB-PD negotiation, and strict EMI requirements limiting switching frequency harmonics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Combo controller executing PFC + LLC in single chip; UART-configurable frequency jittering suppresses EMI peaks without sacrificing regulation. Use Value: Meets CISPR-32 Class B conducted emissions with 30% smaller EMI filter due to programmable spread-spectrum modulation on both PFC and LLC stages. |
Use Scenario: Constant-current 120W LED driver for commercial lighting, requiring high PF (>0.99), low THD (<5%), and dimming compatibility with 0–10 V/PWM interfaces. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Regulates bus voltage via PFC and delivers tightly controlled current via LLC; FBL feedback loop maintains ±1% current accuracy across line/load/temp. Use Value: Delivers 0.995 PF and <3% THD at full load using input capacitor current compensation and digital current reference shaping. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PFC+LLC combo controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCC28070 | Analog CCM-only PFC + external LLC controller; no integrated UART, ADTA, or digital burst mode; requires discrete gate drivers. | Lacks digital light-load optimization and ZVS assurance; suitable only for cost-sensitive, fixed-line applications without acoustic constraints. | Select UCC28070 only if design targets ≤150W, uses legacy analog control, and does not require burst-mode noise reduction or field configurability. |
| ICE2PCS01 | Fixed-frequency CCM PFC + basic LLC driver; no current-mode LLC, no ADTA, no CSHB-based CMP; limited protection set (no OPP, no SO pin). | Cannot implement adaptive ZVS or resonant current polarity protection; unsuitable for high-efficiency, high-reliability LED/ATX systems. | Choose ICE2PCS01 only for low-cost, non-critical industrial supplies where 92% peak efficiency and basic OVP/OCP suffice. |
Compared with UCC28070 and ICE2PCS01, HR1213GY-0000-Z provides integrated digital control, adaptive ZVS enforcement, and UART-configurable operation-enabling higher efficiency (>94%), lower audible noise, and faster time-to-market for next-gen ATX, gaming, and LED power supplies.
Availability
HR1213GY-0000-Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for desktop PC ATX power supplies, gaming PSUs, notebook adapters, and LED driver power supplies requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for HR1213GY-0000-Z 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
Monolithic Power Systems (MPS) is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in high-performance power management ICs, with over 20 years of expertise in DC-DC, AC-DC, motor drivers, and battery solutions.
The HR1213 product line targets high-efficiency, digitally configurable AC-DC power supplies for computing, consumer, and industrial applications-designed to replace multi-chip PFC+LLC solutions with single-chip integration, reduced BOM count, and enhanced system-level controllability.
FAQ
What is the purpose of the CSHB pin and how does it enable capacitive mode protection?
The CSHB pin senses half-bridge primary current polarity to prevent capacitive mode operation. When voltage on CSHB exceeds +80 mV (VCSNR), the IC terminates LSG; when below –80 mV (VCSPR), it terminates HSG. This ensures zero-voltage switching (ZVS) is maintained across all load and line conditions, avoiding hard-switching stress on MOSFETs.
Can HR1213GY-0000-Z operate without an external VCC supply?
Yes. The internal HV start-up current source (7.9–12.5 mA) charges VCC directly from the rectified AC line via the HV pin, eliminating the need for an external start-up resistor or auxiliary winding. Once VCC reaches 21.5 V, the IC transitions to normal operation and disables HV charging.
How does the UART interface affect system design and reliability?
The UART interface enables runtime configuration of burst frequency, soft-start time, brown-in/out thresholds, and protection trip points-reducing design iterations and enabling firmware-based tuning. It is half-duplex, internally pulled up to 3.3 V, and must be grounded when VCC drops below 14.4 V to prevent spurious communication.
What is the function of the ADTA feature and how is it implemented?
Adaptive dead-time adjustment (ADTA) monitors the SW node slew rate (≥85 V/µs) to dynamically adjust HSG/LSG timing, ensuring ZVS across varying load and input conditions. It uses internal comparators and digital logic-not external components-to minimize dead-time without risking shoot-through or capacitive conduction.
Does HR1213GY-0000-Z support DC input operation, and how is it configured?
Yes. DC input operation is enabled by configuring the BI/BO (brown-in/brown-out) DAC via UART to disable ACIN monitoring. The controller then relies solely on VCC and FBP feedback for regulation, supporting DC inputs from 12 V to 375 VDC-ideal for battery-backed or renewable energy systems.
How does the digital average current control improve PFC performance compared to analog methods?
Digital average current control enables precise hybrid CCM/DCM operation: at heavy loads, it operates in CCM to reduce peak MOSFET current and conduction loss; at light loads, it switches to DCM to lower switching frequency and improve efficiency. This yields >98% PFC efficiency across 10–100% load range-unachievable with fixed-mode analog controllers.
What thermal management considerations apply to the SOIC-20 package?
The SOIC-20 package has θJA = 65 °C/W (4-layer PCB). At 240W output, typical power dissipation is ~1.2 W; junction temperature rise is ~78 °C above ambient. To stay within 125 °C TJ max, keep ambient ≤47 °C or add copper pour under PGND/GNDD pins and use thermal vias to inner layers.
HR1213GY-0000-Z Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Monolithic Power Systems Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Mode:
- Continuous Conduction (CCM), Discontinuous Conduction (DCM)
- Frequency - Switching:
- 250kHz, 500kHz
- Current - Startup:
- 2.1 mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 12V ~ 35V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-SOIC
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