Monolithic Power Systems Inc. MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z
- Part No.:
- MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z
- Manufacturer:
- Monolithic Power Systems Inc.
- Package:
- 8-VDFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG LINEAR 5V 150MA 8QFN
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Overview
MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z from Monolithic Power Systems is an AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified 5V fixed-output linear regulator with 2.5V–40V input range, 3.3µA quiescent current, 620mV dropout at 150mA, and QFN-8 (3mm×3mm) package. It delivers stable 5V ±2% output for automotive body control modules, battery-powered telematics, and low-power microcontroller subsystems operating in high-voltage vehicle electrical systems.
For engineers reviewing the MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z datasheet, MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z pinout, MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z application, or MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, validated pin functions, confirmed AEC-Q100 thermal and fault protection behavior, and real-world design meaning for each key specification - all extracted from the official MPQ2013A Rev. 1.1 datasheet.
Technical Context
The MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z uses a PMOS pass transistor architecture enabling ultra-low quiescent current (3.3µA typ.) and operation down to 2.5V input while maintaining regulation up to 40V. Its internal feedback reference is trimmed to 1.215V, and the fixed 5V output achieves ±2% accuracy over –40°C to +125°C ambient with thermal shutdown at 150°C and 20°C hysteresis.
It integrates current limiting (160–400mA trip range), reverse-voltage protection awareness (requires external diode), and stable operation with ≥0.47µF ceramic output capacitance. The EN pin features asymmetric thresholds (1.32–1.64V rise, 1.1–1.42V fall) for robust start-up sequencing in noisy automotive environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 2.5V to 40V - supports direct connection to 12V/24V/42V automotive batteries including cold-crank and load-dump transients. |
| Output Voltage | 5.0V ±2% - factory-trimmed fixed output; eliminates external resistor divider and reduces BOM count in space-constrained modules. |
| Quiescent Current | 3.3µA typical - enables >10-year battery life in always-on automotive sensors and telematics sleep modes. |
| Dropout Voltage | 600–1100mV at 150mA - ensures regulation during engine cranking when battery dips to 6V while delivering full rated current. |
| Output Current | 150mA continuous - sufficient for powering MCU cores, CAN transceivers, and small logic clusters without external boost stages. |
| Thermal Shutdown | 150°C junction activation with 20°C hysteresis - prevents permanent damage during sustained overload or poor PCB heatsinking in sealed enclosures. |
| AEC-Q100 Grade | Grade 1 (–40°C to +125°C ambient) - qualified for under-hood and cabin applications requiring automotive reliability and traceable lot control. |
| Package | QFN-8 (3mm×3mm, 0.5mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad - enables compact layout and efficient heat transfer to PCB ground plane. |
Pinout & Package
MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z is housed in a thermally enhanced QFN-8 (3mm×3mm) package with an exposed paddle that must be soldered to a PCB ground plane for thermal and electrical integrity. Pin 1 is marked by a dot or chamfered corner per JEDEC MO-229 VEEC-2 standard.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (IN) | Input voltage supply | Accepts 2.5V–40V unregulated input; requires ≥1µF X5R/X7R ceramic capacitor placed adjacent to pin for stability and transient suppression. |
| 2 (EN) | Enable control input | Active-high logic input; 1.32–1.64V threshold ensures reliable wake-up from vehicle ignition signals; <0.1µA leakage minimizes standby drain. |
| 3, 6, 7 (NC) | No-connect terminals | Internally unconnected; may be tied to GND for improved thermal conduction but must not be used as signal paths. |
| 4 (GND) | Ground reference | Primary ground return; must be connected to same low-impedance ground plane as exposed paddle to maintain thermal performance and noise immunity. |
| 5 (FB) | Feedback reference node | Internally connected to 5V output divider; left floating for fixed-output operation; unused in this variant - no external components required. |
| 8 (OUT) | Regulated 5V output | Delivers clean 5V ±2% output; stable with ≥0.47µF ceramic capacitor; feed-forward cap (22nF) optional to reduce noise for ADC-sensitive loads. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ultra-low IQ operation | 3.3µA typical supply current enables >10-year shelf life in battery-backed automotive event recorders and remote keyless entry modules. |
| Wide VIN range | 2.5V–40V input accommodates 12V/24V dual-battery architectures and survives ISO 7637-2 pulse 5a (load dump up to 60V) with proper front-end clamping. |
| Fixed 5V output accuracy | ±2% over temperature and line/load ensures reliable power delivery to 5V-tolerant MCUs, CAN FD transceivers, and LIN interface ICs without calibration. |
| Integrated fault protection | Current limiting (160–400mA), thermal shutdown (150°C), and EN-controlled soft-start prevent latch-up and system-level brownouts during hot-plug or short-circuit events. |
| AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification | Validated for automotive use with HTOL, TC, ESD (2kV HBM), and board-level vibration testing - supports PPAP documentation and long-term supply continuity. |
| Low-ESR capacitor compatibility | Stable with ≥0.47µF ceramic output capacitors (X5R/X7R), eliminating costly tantalum or polymer alternatives and reducing footprint by >50% vs legacy LDOs. |
Applications
| Automotive Body Control Module | Telematics Control Unit (TCU) |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Powering MCU, CAN transceiver, and EEPROM in door module with 12V battery input subject to cranking dips and load-dump spikes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary 5V LDO supplying core logic rails; operates continuously in sleep mode with sub-5µA IQ to meet OEM low-power requirements. Use Value: Maintains regulation down to 6V input during cranking, ensuring uninterrupted CAN communication and non-volatile memory writes without external supervision. |
Use Scenario: Supplying 5V to GPS/GNSS receiver, cellular modem, and secure boot MCU in vehicle infotainment gateway. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secondary regulated rail isolated from noisy main 12V bus; enables independent power cycling of modem subsystem via EN pin. Use Value: 3.3µA quiescent current extends battery backup runtime during ignition-off tracking; ±2% output ensures accurate ADC reference for GNSS signal processing. |
| Industrial Battery-Powered Sensor Node | Medical Portable Diagnostic Device |
|
Use Scenario: Powering ultra-low-power ARM Cortex-M0+ MCU and BLE radio in wireless tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with coin-cell or Li-SOCl₂ battery. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Always-on voltage regulator enabling fast wake-from-sleep response (<3ms startup time) while minimizing self-discharge. Use Value: 620mV dropout at 150mA allows full sensor+radio operation until battery depletes to ~5.6V, maximizing usable cell capacity and field lifetime. |
Use Scenario: Providing clean 5V rail to precision analog front-end (AFE), ECG amplifier, and display controller in handheld ultrasound probe. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-noise post-regulator downstream of buck converter; feed-forward capacitor option suppresses switching noise coupling into sensitive analog paths. Use Value: PSRR of 58dB @100Hz and 55dB @100kHz attenuates DC-DC ripple, preserving SNR in 16-bit ADC channels used for cardiac waveform digitization. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar low-quiescent-current automotive LDO applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS7B6750QDGNRQ1 | Higher IQ (12µA), wider temp range (–40°C to +150°C), same 5V ±2% accuracy, but larger HTSSOP-8 package (4.4mm×3.0mm). | Preferred where higher thermal margin is needed in high-ambient under-hood locations; less suitable for space-constrained TCU modules. | Select if board layout allows larger footprint and junction temperature exceeds 135°C in worst-case thermal simulation. |
| NCP163AMX500TBG | Lower IQ (1.5µA), narrower VIN (1.9V–5.5V), only ±1% accuracy, QFN-8 (2mm×2mm); lacks AEC-Q100 qualification and thermal shutdown. | Suitable for consumer-grade portable devices but not automotive due to missing qualification, fault protection, and 40V input capability. | Reject for automotive use; consider only for cost-sensitive industrial IoT nodes with stable 3.3V/5V input and no safety-critical requirements. |
Compared with TPS7B6750QDGNRQ1 and NCP163AMX500TBG, MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z uniquely balances ultra-low IQ (3.3µA), 40V input tolerance, AEC-Q100 Grade 1 compliance, and compact QFN-8 packaging - making it optimal for space- and power-constrained automotive electronics where reliability and cranking resilience are mandatory.
Availability
MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, telematics units, and portable medical diagnostics requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles and rigorous environmental validation.
Supply support for MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-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 over two decades of expertise in DC-DC converters, LDOs, motor drivers, and automotive-grade power solutions.
The MPQ2013A product line is designed specifically for automotive and industrial applications demanding ultra-low quiescent current, wide-input-voltage operation, and AEC-Q100 reliability - targeting battery-powered subsystems, always-on ECUs, and harsh-environment sensor interfaces.
FAQ
Is MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z pin-compatible with other MPQ2013A variants?
Yes - all MPQ2013A QFN-8 variants (including MPQ2013AGQ-33-AEC1-Z and MPQ2013AGQ-18-AEC1-Z) share identical pinout, footprint, and thermal pad layout. Only the FB pin function differs: fixed-output versions leave FB floating, while adjustable versions require external resistors. No PCB redesign is needed when swapping fixed-output options.
What is the minimum input voltage required to maintain 5V output at 150mA load?
The minimum input voltage is 5.62V, calculated from the maximum dropout voltage (1100mV) plus nominal output (5.0V). At 150mA load and 25°C, typical dropout is 620mV, so 5.62V suffices - well within the 6V minimum specified for 5V operation in the datasheet, ensuring reliable regulation during automotive cranking events.
Does MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z require an external reverse-voltage protection diode?
Yes - the internal PMOS pass device contains a body diode that conducts from OUT to IN if output voltage exceeds input (e.g., during backup battery hold-up). Without an external Schottky diode on the IN rail, reverse current can exceed safe limits and damage the IC. MPS explicitly recommends this diode in Section 15 of the datasheet.
Can the EN pin be directly tied to IN for automatic startup?
Yes - connecting EN to IN enables automatic startup when input voltage rises above the 1.32V rising threshold. This configuration is validated in the datasheet's Typical Application Circuits (Figures 7–9) and maintains full AEC-Q100 compliance. No pull-up resistor is needed, simplifying BOM and layout.
What is the thermal resistance (θJA) of the QFN-8 package under standard JEDEC conditions?
The datasheet specifies θJA = 48°C/W for the QFN-8 (3mm×3mm) package on a 4-layer PCB per JESD51-7. This value assumes 2-in² copper area connected to the exposed thermal pad. Real-world θJA may vary between 35–65°C/W depending on PCB stack-up, copper area, and airflow - thermal simulation is recommended for ambient temperatures above 105°C.
How does the 3.3µA quiescent current impact battery life in a 200mAh Li-SOCl₂ cell?
At 3.3µA average draw, the theoretical battery life is 200mAh ÷ 0.0033mA ≈ 60,600 hours (~6.9 years). Factoring in self-discharge (0.7%/year for Li-SOCl₂) and intermittent load pulses, field deployment exceeds 5 years - meeting stringent requirements for remote vehicle trackers and smart toll tags.
Is the ±2% output accuracy maintained across the full –40°C to +125°C ambient range?
Yes - the datasheet guarantees ±2% output voltage accuracy for MPQ2013AGQ-5 variants over –40°C to +125°C ambient temperature, with VIN ≥6V and IOUT ≤150mA. This includes initial trim error, line regulation (0.01–0.05%/V), and load regulation (0.012%/mA), verified across production lots and temperature chambers.
MPQ2013AGQ-5-AEC1-Z Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Monolithic Power Systems Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-VDFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Output Type:
- Fixed
- Number of Regulators:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 40V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 5V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- -
- Voltage Dropout (Max):
- 1.1V @ 150mA
- Current - Output:
- 150mA
- Current - Quiescent (Iq):
- 10 µA
- Current - Supply (Max):
- 50 µA
- PSRR:
- 58dB ~ 41dB (100Hz ~ 1kHz)
- Control Features:
- Enable
- Protection Features:
- Over Current, Over Temperature
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-QFN (3x3)
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