Monolithic Power Systems Inc. MP8763GL-Z
- Part No.:
- MP8763GL-Z
- Manufacturer:
- Monolithic Power Systems Inc.
- Package:
- 13-VFQFN
- Datasheet:
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MP8763GL-Z.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BUCK ADJ 12A 13QFN
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Product details
Overview
MP8763GL-Z from Monolithic Power Systems is a fully integrated, synchronous step-down DC/DC converter delivering 12A output current with 2.5V–18V input range (external 5V bias) or 4.5V–18V (internal bias), 0.611V–13V adjustable output, and adaptive Constant-On-Time control for ultrafast transient response in compact 3mm×4mm QFN-16 package. It powers core rails in set-top boxes, small-cell base stations, and flat-panel displays.
For engineers reviewing the MP8763GL-Z datasheet, MP8763GL-Z pinout, MP8763GL-Z application, or MP8763GL-Z equivalent, key selection criteria include its non-latch OCP/OVP/thermal shutdown, programmable 200kHz–1MHz switching frequency via FREQ pin, 1% reference voltage accuracy over –40°C to +125°C, and pre-bias start-up capability for reliable power sequencing.
Technical Context
The MP8763GL-Z implements adaptive Constant-On-Time (COT) control without an external oscillator, using input-voltage feed-forward through the FREQ pin to stabilize switching frequency across input variations. Its dual-mode operation-PWM in CCM and skip mode in DCM-enables high efficiency from full load to no-load by dynamically modulating switching frequency and disabling LS-FET conduction when inductor current reaches zero.
It integrates high-side and low-side MOSFETs with RDS(ON) of 19.6mΩ and 5.2mΩ respectively, employs proprietary switching-loss-reduction techniques, and features a 20μA soft-start current source, open-drain power-good output with 2.5ms delay, and dual-level over-current protection (12A valley limit, –2.5A negative limit) with hiccup recovery.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Output Current | 12A continuous - supports high-power SoC and FPGA core rails without external current sharing. |
| Input Voltage Range | 2.5V–18V (with external 5V bias) or 4.5V–18V (internal bias) - enables flexible system-level power architecture design. |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.611V–13V - covers DDR memory, CPU cores, GPU, and peripheral I/O supply requirements. |
| Reference Voltage Accuracy | ±1% over –40°C to +125°C - ensures tight output regulation under thermal stress in industrial environments. |
| Switching Frequency | 200kHz–1MHz (programmable via FREQ resistor) - balances efficiency vs. size: higher frequencies reduce LC filter footprint. |
| Protection Features | Non-latch OCP, OVP, thermal shutdown - prevents latch-up during fault conditions while enabling automatic recovery. |
| Soft-Start Control | Programmable via external capacitor (20μA charge current) - eliminates inrush current and avoids current-limit triggering during startup. |
Pinout & Package
The MP8763GL-Z is housed in a thermally enhanced 3mm×4mm QFN-16 package with exposed thermal pad (PGND-connected), optimized for high-current power delivery and PCB heat dissipation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| EN | Enable control input | Digital ON/OFF control; internal UVLO threshold <4.1V; resistor divider sets custom startup voltage. |
| FREQ | Frequency programming | Resistor-to-IN sets ON-time and stabilizes fSW across input variation via feed-forward compensation. |
| FB | Feedback sensing | Monitors output via resistor divider; enables OVP detection and regulates VOUT with 1% VREF. |
| SS | Soft-start timing | External capacitor charged at 20μA determines controlled VOUT ramp rate to prevent overshoot/inrush. |
| AGND | Analog ground reference | Separate ground for control circuitry; must be isolated from PGND to minimize noise coupling into FB path. |
| PG | Power-good indicator | Open-drain output asserts HIGH after 2.5ms delay when VFB ≥91% VREF; pulls LOW on OVP/UVP/failure. |
| VCC | Internal LDO output | 4.8V regulated supply for gate drivers; disabled with external 5V bias to extend VIN down to 2.5V. |
| BST | Bootstrap supply | Capacitor between BST and SW provides floating gate drive for high-side MOSFET; requires low-ESR ceramic. |
| SW | Switch node | Connects to inductor and BST capacitor; carries high di/dt; requires wide copper pour and minimal loop area. |
| PGND | Power ground return | High-current return path for both MOSFETs; must connect directly to thermal pad and bulk input/output capacitors. |
| IN | Main input supply | Accepts 2.5V–18V (with external bias) or 4.5V–18V (internal bias); requires ≥10μF ceramic decoupling near pin. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Adaptive COT Control | Eliminates need for external compensation network and delivers sub-10μs load transient response without instability risk. |
| Pre-Bias Start-Up | Enables monotonic ramp-up even when output is pre-charged, preventing reverse current flow into powered downstream circuits. |
| Proprietary Switching-Loss Reduction | Optimizes dead-time and gate drive timing to minimize shoot-through and body-diode conduction losses at light loads. |
| Programmable Soft-Start | Adjustable ramp time prevents inrush-induced voltage droop on shared input rails and avoids false OCP triggering. |
| Non-Latch Protection Suite | OCP, OVP, and thermal shutdown recover automatically after fault clearance-no manual reset or power cycle required. |
Applications
| Set-Top Box Power Rails | Small-Cell Base Station RFIC Supply |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Powers SoC, memory, and tuner ICs in cable/satellite STBs requiring stable 1.0V/1.2V/1.8V rails under dynamic video decoding loads. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary buck regulator delivering 12A peak current with fast transient response to handle bursty MPEG decode and HDMI interface activity. Use Value: Adaptive COT control maintains ±1% output regulation during 8A load steps (50ns rise time), eliminating need for large output capacitance. | Use Scenario: Supplies 3.3V/5V bias to RF transceivers and FEMs in 4G/5G small cells deployed in temperature-variable outdoor enclosures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency point-of-load converter operating from 12V intermediate bus, supporting -40°C to +85°C ambient with thermal shutdown at 150°C. Use Value: 1% reference accuracy and non-latch thermal protection ensure uninterrupted operation during sustained transmit bursts without derating. |
| Flat-Panel Display Logic Board | Distributed Power System for Industrial PLC |
Use Scenario: Generates 1.1V core voltage for display controller ASIC and 3.3V I/O rail for LVDS/TTL interface in 4K UHD monitors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronous buck converter with pre-bias start-up enabling hot-swap compatibility and safe power sequencing with panel backlight drivers. Use Value: Pre-bias capability prevents reverse current into partially powered logic board during warm-restart, avoiding latch-up or data corruption. | Use Scenario: Provides isolated 5V/12V auxiliary rails for microcontroller, analog sensors, and communication interfaces in modular PLC backplanes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Robust POL regulator with 2.5V–18V input range accepting wide-voltage industrial DC buses (e.g., 24V ±20%). Use Value: Wide VIN range and hiccup-mode OCP allow continuous operation during brownouts and short-circuit events without system reboot. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar synchronous step-down converter applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTQ2132BGQW | 4.5V–18V input, 12A, fixed 500kHz fSW, no FREQ pin, lower quiescent current (400μA) | Lacks programmable frequency and adaptive COT; better suited for noise-sensitive audio subsystems | Select when fixed-frequency EMI control is prioritized over transient performance. |
| TPS546D24RSAR | 4.5V–18V input, 12A, PMBus interface, digital control, 0.5% VREF accuracy | Requires external EEPROM and firmware; supports telemetry, margining, and fault logging | Select when remote monitoring, dynamic voltage scaling, or compliance reporting is required. |
Compared with RTQ2132BGQW and TPS546D24RSAR, the MP8763GL-Z offers superior transient response via adaptive COT and greater design flexibility with programmable frequency and soft-start, making it optimal for cost-sensitive, high-dynamic-load applications where analog simplicity and fast load-step immunity are critical.
Availability
MP8763GL-Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for set-top box manufacturing, small-cell base station deployment, and flat-panel display production requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for MP8763GL-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 analog and power ICs, with design centers in the US, China, and Taiwan, and global distribution through authorized partners.
The MP8763 belongs to MPS's high-current monolithic buck converter product line, engineered for space-constrained, thermally demanding applications in consumer, telecom, and industrial markets where integration, efficiency, and reliability are paramount.
FAQ
What is the minimum input voltage supported by MP8763GL-Z?
The MP8763GL-Z supports 2.5V minimum input voltage when an external 5V bias is applied to the VCC pin, bypassing the internal LDO. With internal bias only, the minimum input is 4.5V. This dual-bias architecture allows system designers to extend operation into low-voltage battery or backup-supply scenarios without sacrificing regulation accuracy or protection integrity.
How does the MP8763GL-Z achieve ultrafast transient response?
The MP8763GL-Z uses adaptive Constant-On-Time (COT) control that senses feedback voltage deviation in real time and adjusts switching immediately-without requiring loop compensation components. Its one-shot ON-timer responds within nanoseconds to load steps, and the absence of a traditional error amplifier eliminates phase-margin constraints, enabling stable regulation under 10A/μs load transients.
Can MP8763GL-Z start up into a pre-biased output?
Yes. The MP8763GL-Z supports monotonic pre-bias start-up: when the FB pin senses a non-zero output voltage at enable, it holds both high-side and low-side MOSFETs off until the SS capacitor voltage exceeds the sensed FB voltage. This prevents reverse current flow and ensures controlled, glitch-free ramp-up-even when powering downstream circuits already energized.
What is the purpose of the FREQ pin, and how is it configured?
The FREQ pin sets the switching frequency from 200kHz to 1MHz by connecting a resistor between FREQ and IN. The input voltage feeds forward into the ON-time timer, stabilizing fSW across VIN variations. For example, a 453kΩ resistor yields ~500kHz at 12V input. Layout best practice requires short, direct routing to minimize noise coupling and ensure accurate frequency setting.
Does MP8763GL-Z include over-voltage protection, and how does it trigger?
Yes. The MP8763GL-Z provides non-latch over-voltage protection (OVP) triggered when the FB voltage exceeds 117–123% of VREF (i.e., ~715mV–755mV for a 1.2V output). Upon detection, the high-side MOSFET shuts off immediately, and the device enters hiccup mode-discharging SS, retrying soft-start-until the fault clears, protecting downstream loads from overvoltage damage.
What thermal management considerations apply to the QFN-16 package?
The MP8763GL-Z's 3mm×4mm QFN-16 package has θJA = 46°C/W on a 4-layer PCB per JESD51-7. To maintain TJ ≤125°C at 12A, the PCB must include a solid thermal pad tied to ≥4 thermal vias (0.3mm diameter) to inner ground planes, plus ≥2cm² copper pour around the package. Avoid placing sensitive analog traces beneath the thermal pad.
Is the MP8763GL-Z RoHS and halogen-free compliant?
Yes. The MP8763GL-Z is lead-free, halogen-free, and fully compliant with the EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. MPS confirms green status on its official quality assurance portal, and all packaging materials meet IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3 (MSL3) requirements for standard surface-mount assembly.
MP8763GL-Z Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Monolithic Power Systems Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 13-VFQFN
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Not For New Designs
- Function:
- Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Buck
- Output Type:
- Adjustable
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 4.5V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 18V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 0.611V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 13V
- Current - Output:
- 12A
- Frequency - Switching:
- 200kHz ~ 1MHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- Yes
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 13-QFN (3x4)
MP8763GL-Z FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MP8763GL-Z?
All MP8763GL-Z units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MP8763GL-Z, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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 MP8763GL-Z part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MP8763GL-Z:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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