Infineon Technologies IR3088MPBF
- Part No.:
- IR3088MPBF
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Power Management - Specialized
- Package:
- 20-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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IR3088MPBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC CONTROLLER PHASE 20L-MLPQ
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Product details
Overview
IR3088MPBF from Infineon Technologies is a multiphase buck converter Phase IC designed to drive and monitor one phase in XPhase™-based CPU/ASIC power supplies. It delivers 2.5A average gate drive, supports sub-100ns minimum pulse width for 1MHz per-phase operation, integrates loss-less inductor current sensing with DCR temperature compensation, and implements Body Braking™ for transient response enhancement. Used in high-current VRMs for server CPUs.
For engineers reviewing the IR3088MPBF datasheet, IR3088MPBF pinout, IR3088MPBF application, or IR3088MPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its 20-pin MLPQ package, programmable phase delay and feed-forward PWM ramp, phase fault and overtemperature detection, and compatibility with 5-wire analog bus control architecture.
Technical Context
The IR3088MPBF operates as a slave phase controller in an XPhase™ architecture, receiving timing, reference, and error signals via a 5-wire analog bus from a master Control IC (e.g., IR3081A). Its PWM block uses trailing-edge, feed-forward voltage-mode control with externally programmable ramp slope via R–C network on PWMRMP.
It embeds dual gate drivers (GATEH/GATEL) with non-overlap logic, a current sense amplifier (CSIN+/CSIN− → ISHARE), a share-adjust error amplifier, and two comparators for phase fault (PHSFLT) and junction overtemperature (VRHOT), all referenced to DACIN and BIASIN.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gate Drive Current | 2.5A average; sufficient to drive large synchronous MOSFETs in high-current VRM phases without external buffers. |
| Min Pulse Width | <100ns; enables stable 1MHz per-phase switching for compact, high-density CPU power delivery. |
| Current Sense | Loss-less DCR-based with internal temperature compensation; eliminates sense resistor losses and maintains accuracy across thermal drift. |
| ISHARE Bus Drive | Single-wire average current share bus output; enables precise inter-phase current balancing without digital communication overhead. |
| Body Braking™ | Disables synchronous MOSFET during turn-off; prevents negative output voltage and improves load-step undershoot recovery. |
| Overtemp Threshold | Programmable via HOTSET resistor divider; triggers open-drain VRHOT output at user-defined junction temperature (e.g., 125°C). |
| Phase Fault Detection | Compares sensed current against ISHARE bus voltage; asserts open-drain PHSFLT if phase fails to track shared current target. |
Pinout & Package
20-lead thermally enhanced MLPQ (4mm × 4mm, 0.5mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad; optimized for low-inductance gate drive routing and high-power dissipation in multilayer VRM PCBs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| RMPIN+, RMPIN− | PWM ramp comparator inputs | Detect crossing of control IC's triangle waveform to trigger phase timing; polarity swap selects rising/falling edge timing. |
| GATEH, GATEL | High-side and low-side gate drivers | Drive N-channel MOSFETs with 3A pulsed/200mA DC capability; integrated non-overlap logic prevents shoot-through. |
| CSIN+, CSIN− | Current sense differential inputs | Connect across inductor DCR; enable loss-less current measurement with internal 34× gain and temperature compensation. |
| ISHARE | Current share bus node | Outputs V(DACIN) + 34×(V(CSIN+)−V(CSIN−)); wired to other IR3088x devices to enforce equal per-phase current sharing. |
| PHSFLT, VRHOT | Open-drain fault outputs | Assert low on phase current mismatch or programmed overtemperature; require external pull-up for system-level fault signaling. |
| DACIN, BIASIN | Analog reference inputs | DACIN sets all internal voltage references (PWM threshold, fault levels); BIASIN powers internal bias circuitry and scales oscillator timing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Programmable Feed-Forward PWM Ramp | RC network on PWMRMP automatically adjusts ramp slope with input voltage changes, maintaining loop stability under line transients. |
| Sub-100ns Minimum Pulse Width | Enables 1MHz per-phase operation in 4–8 phase VRMs, reducing output capacitor size and improving transient response bandwidth. |
| Internal Inductor DCR Temperature Compensation | Corrects for copper resistance drift over temperature, ensuring ±3% current sense accuracy from −40°C to +125°C junction. |
| 5-Wire Analog Bus Interface | Eliminates point-to-point digital control lines; simplifies layout and reduces noise susceptibility in high-dI/dt CPU power stages. |
| Body Braking™ Transient Enhancement | Forces low-side MOSFET off during turn-off, preventing reverse current flow and reducing output voltage undershoot by up to 40mV. |
Applications
| Server CPU Voltage Regulator | AI Accelerator Power Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-current, multi-phase VRM supplying 0.8–1.2V @ 300A+ to dual-socket Xeon Scalable processors in rack-mounted servers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Phase IC executing one interleaved buck phase; synchronizes to master Control IC via 5-wire analog bus with programmable phase delay. Use Value: Enables scalable 4–16 phase designs with tight current matching (<±2%) and fast load-step response (<10µs recovery) under dynamic workloads. | Use Scenario: Compact, high-efficiency power stage for NVIDIA A100 or AMD MI250X GPU modules requiring <10mV output ripple at 500kHz–1MHz switching. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Per-phase driver with loss-less DCR sensing and Body Braking™; interfaces with IR3081A or compatible XPhase™ Control IC. Use Value: Reduces thermal stress on MOSFETs via accurate current sensing and eliminates negative voltage excursions during rapid load release. |
| Network ASIC Power Supply | High-Performance FPGA Core Rail |
Use Scenario: 12-phase VRM powering 7nm/5nm network switch ASICs (e.g., Broadcom Tomahawk, Marvell Prestera) with aggressive dv/dt requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Slave phase controller implementing feed-forward PWM and programmable overtemperature protection per phase. Use Value: Maintains regulation during 100A/µs load steps while providing per-phase fault isolation to prevent system-wide shutdown. | Use Scenario: Low-noise, tightly regulated core supply (0.75–0.95V) for Xilinx Versal or Intel Agilex FPGAs in telecom and test equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Phase IC delivering precise current sharing and sub-100ns pulse control in 6-phase interleaved topology. Use Value: Achieves <±0.5% output voltage accuracy across temperature and load, critical for deterministic FPGA timing closure. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar multiphase buck phase controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| IR3088MTRPBF | Identical electrical specs and pinout; differs only in tape-and-reel packaging (3000 pcs/reel vs. tube). | No functional difference; selected for automated SMT assembly vs. prototyping/hand-soldering. | Choose IR3088MTRPBF for volume production; IR3088MPBF for evaluation or low-volume builds. |
| IR3087MPBF | Lacks VRHOT overtemperature detection and programmable HOTSET; shares same gate drive, current sense, and ISHARE architecture. | Suitable for cost-sensitive applications where per-phase thermal monitoring is not required. | Select IR3087MPBF only when junction temperature monitoring is omitted from system safety design. |
Compared with IR3088MPBF, IR3088MTRPBF offers identical performance in reel format for production, while IR3087MPBF removes thermal protection to reduce BOM cost-making it viable only where thermal derating is handled at system level.
Availability
IR3088MPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for server CPU VRMs, AI accelerator power modules, and network ASIC supplies requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for IR3088MPBF 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
Infineon Technologies is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive, and industrial control ICs, with leadership in high-efficiency power conversion solutions.
The IR3088x series belongs to Infineon's XPhase™ multiphase controller family, engineered specifically for high-current, low-voltage CPU and ASIC VRMs demanding precision current sharing, fast transient response, and robust fault protection.
FAQ
What is the function of the ISHARE pin?
The ISHARE pin outputs the amplified differential voltage across the inductor DCR (V(DACIN) + 34×[V(CSIN+)−V(CSIN−)]). When connected to identical pins on other IR3088x Phase ICs, it forms a single-wire average current share bus, enabling precise per-phase current balancing without digital communication or external op-amps.
How does Body Braking™ improve transient response?
Body Braking™ disables the synchronous low-side MOSFET during converter turn-off, preventing reverse current flow through the body diode. This eliminates negative output voltage excursions and reduces undershoot by up to 40mV during rapid load release, significantly improving stability in high-dI/dt CPU and GPU applications.
Can IR3088MPBF operate without a Control IC?
No. The IR3088MPBF is a slave-only Phase IC requiring a master XPhase™ Control IC (e.g., IR3081A) to provide DACIN, BIASIN, EAIN, PWMRMP, and timing signals via the 5-wire analog bus. It lacks internal oscillators, VID decoding, or system-level protection logic needed for standalone operation.
What is the maximum recommended switching frequency per phase?
The IR3088MPBF supports stable operation up to 1MHz per phase, enabled by its sub-100ns minimum pulse width, fast gate drivers (22–75ns rise/fall times), and low-propagation-delay comparators (70–240ns). Layout-dependent parasitics and MOSFET gate charge remain limiting factors beyond this limit.
IR3088MPBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- XPhase™
- Package/Case:
- 20-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Strip
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Applications:
- Processor
- Current - Supply:
- 10mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 8.4V ~ 14V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 125°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-MLPQ (4x4)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The IR3088MPBF part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for IR3088MPBF:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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