Texas Instruments REG711EA-2.5/2K5
- Part No.:
- REG711EA-2.5/2K5
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
REG711EA-2.5/2K5.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG CHG PUMP 2.5V 50MA 8VSSOP
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Product details
Overview
REG711EA-2.5/2K5 from Texas Instruments is a 50mA switched-capacitor DC/DC converter delivering a regulated 2.5V output with ±0.12V tolerance at 50mA load, operating from 1.8V–5.5V input, featuring automatic buck/boost mode switching and 1MHz internal oscillator. It serves as a compact, inductorless power supply for low-power portable systems requiring stable rail generation from single-cell batteries.
For engineers reviewing the REG711EA-2.5/2K5 datasheet, REG711EA-2.5/2K5 pinout, REG711EA-2.5/2K5 application, or REG711EA-2.5/2K5 equivalent, key selection criteria include input voltage range compatibility (1.8V–5.5V), 2.5V output accuracy (±4.8% over full load/temperature), shutdown current (<2µA), thermal protection (160°C trip), and MSOP-8 package footprint constraints.
Technical Context
The REG711EA-2.5/2K5 implements an auto-switching charge-pump architecture that dynamically selects buck or boost operation based on input-to-output voltage relationship-switching to boost mode when VIN < 3.2V and buck mode above that threshold. Its internal 1MHz oscillator enables use of small 0.22µF pump and 2.2µF input/output ceramic capacitors.
It integrates cycle-skipping regulation, peak current limiting to reduce EMI, thermal shutdown (160°C trip / 140°C recovery), and overcurrent protection. Quiescent current is 60µA at no load and drops to <2µA in shutdown, supporting battery-sensitive applications like SIM card supplies and handheld meters.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 2.5V ±0.12V (±4.8%) at IOUT ≤ 50mA, VIN ≥ 2.0V - ensures stable logic-level rail for 2.5V I/O interfaces |
| Input Voltage Range | 1.8V to 5.5V - supports single Li-ion (2.7–4.2V), two alkaline (2.4–3.2V), or three NiMH (3.0–4.2V) cells without external adjustment |
| Max Output Current | 50mA continuous - sufficient for powering low-power microcontrollers, smart card ICs, or LCD bias circuits |
| Oscillator Frequency | 1.0MHz - enables use of 0201/0402-size ceramic capacitors, reducing board area vs. lower-frequency inductor-based solutions |
| Output Ripple | 40mVP-P at 50mA load with COUT = 2.2µF - meets noise requirements for analog sensors and RF front-end bias rails |
| Shutdown Current | <2µA - extends battery life in standby modes of portable communication devices and PCMCIA cards |
| Thermal Shutdown | 160°C junction temperature - protects device during sustained overload or poor PCB thermal design |
Pinout & Package
REG711EA-2.5/2K5 is housed in an 8-pin VSSOP (DGK) package, 3.0mm × 3.0mm × 1.0mm, with 0.65mm pitch and exposed thermal pad (PGND-connected). This thin, surface-mount package supports high-density portable designs and automated assembly.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - NC | No Connect | Unbonded pin; must be left floating or grounded per layout guidelines - no electrical function |
| 2 - ENABLE | Logic Control Input | Active-high enable: >1.3V = ON, <0.4V = shutdown; draws <100nA - compatible with GPIOs of ultra-low-power MCUs |
| 3 - VIN | Main Power Input | Accepts 1.8V–5.5V unregulated source; supplies both charge pump and internal circuitry - requires local 2.2µF ceramic decoupling |
| 4 - GND | Analog Ground Reference | Reference node for internal control circuitry; must be star-connected to PGND near device to minimize noise coupling |
| 5 - VOUT | Regulated Output | Delivers 2.5V ±4.8% at up to 50mA; requires 2.2µF ceramic output capacitor - feeds downstream 2.5V logic or analog circuitry |
| 6 - CPUMP+ | Charge Pump Positive Terminal | Connects to positive plate of 0.22µF pump capacitor - forms flying capacitor network enabling voltage doubling/halving |
| 7 - CPUMP− | Charge Pump Negative Terminal | Connects to negative plate of 0.22µF pump capacitor - completes charge transfer path during switching cycles |
| 8 - PGND | Power Ground Return | High-current return path for pump and output stages; must be low-inductance connection to PCB ground plane or star point |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Buck/Boost Mode Switching | Seamlessly transitions between step-down and step-up operation at VIN ≈ 3.2V - eliminates need for external mode selection logic |
| No Inductor Required | Uses only ceramic capacitors (CIN, COUT, CPUMP) - reduces EMI, simplifies layout, and avoids inductor saturation risks |
| Low Quiescent Current | 60µA at no load and <2µA in shutdown - preserves battery capacity in always-on or intermittently active portable devices |
| Integrated Protection | Thermal shutdown (160°C) and current limiting (80mA short-circuit) - prevents damage during fault conditions without external components |
| Small MSOP-8 Footprint | 3.0mm × 3.0mm × 1.0mm body with 0.65mm pitch - fits space-constrained applications such as smart card readers and PCMCIA modules |
Applications
| Smart Card Readers | Portable Communication Devices |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Powering ISO 7816-compliant smart card interface circuitry in handheld POS terminals and access control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides clean, regulated 2.5V supply to card VCC pin under variable battery input (2.4–4.2V). Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete LDO + inductor-based DC/DC, reducing BOM count by 3–4 components while maintaining <40mV ripple. |
Use Scenario: Generating auxiliary 2.5V rail for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi baseband ICs and RF front-end bias in feature phones and IoT modems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Acts as primary DC/DC converter supplying power to 2.5V-tolerant transceivers during transmit bursts. Use Value: Delivers 50mA peak current with <2µA shutdown draw, extending talk time by 12–18% versus fixed-output LDO solutions. |
| LCD Displays | Handheld Meters |
|
Use Scenario: Biasing segment drivers and controller ICs in monochrome STN/TN LCD modules used in industrial test equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Supplies stable 2.5V reference for LCD contrast control and digital logic, rejecting input ripple from shared battery rail. Use Value: Maintains display contrast stability across 1.8–5.5V input range, eliminating visible flicker during battery discharge. |
Use Scenario: Powering precision ADCs, op-amps, and microcontroller peripherals in battery-operated multimeters and environmental sensors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Generates low-noise 2.5V reference rail for 12-bit SAR ADCs and analog front-end signal conditioning. Use Value: 40mVP-P output ripple and <0.1% output drift over temperature ensure <0.5 LSB measurement error in 2.5V full-scale conversions. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar switched-capacitor DC/DC converter applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX680ESA+ | Fixed 5V output; 100mA max; requires dual flying capacitors; no shutdown pin | Not suitable for 2.5V rail generation; limited to higher-voltage systems | Select only if 5V output and higher current are required, and shutdown control is unnecessary |
| TPS60403DBVR | 2.5V output; 60mA max; 1.2MHz switching; integrated soft-start; same VSSOP-8 package | Offers tighter output tolerance (±1.5%) and lower quiescent current (25µA), but lacks thermal shutdown | Prefer for noise-sensitive applications where thermal margin is controlled externally; verify thermal design before substitution |
Compared with MAX680ESA+ and TPS60403DBVR, REG711EA-2.5/2K5 uniquely combines 2.5V output accuracy, integrated thermal protection, and sub-2µA shutdown current in a proven MSOP-8 footprint - making it optimal for thermally constrained, battery-powered 2.5V systems where reliability and ultra-low standby draw are critical.
Availability
REG711EA-2.5/2K5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart card readers, handheld meters, and portable communication devices requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for REG711EA-2.5/2K5 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
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and power management technologies, with decades of expertise in precision DC/DC conversion and battery-powered system design.
The REG711 family was engineered specifically for space- and power-constrained portable electronics, delivering regulated output voltages without inductors - targeting applications like SIM card supplies, LCD bias, and low-power MCU rails.
FAQ
What is the minimum input voltage required for REG711EA-2.5/2K5 to start up and regulate?
The REG711EA-2.5/2K5 guarantees startup at VIN ≥ 1.8V when loaded ≤50mA and operating within –40°C to +85°C. Startup is functional down to 1.8V, but full regulation (2.5V ±4.8%) is specified for VIN ≥ 2.0V at 50mA load. Below 2.0V, output may drop out of regulation during heavy load transients.
Can REG711EA-2.5/2K5 be used with tantalum output capacitors?
No - REG711EA-2.5/2K5 requires low-ESR ceramic capacitors (X7R/X5R dielectric) for COUT to meet its 40mVP-P ripple specification. Tantalum capacitors exhibit higher ESR (typically >100mΩ), which increases output ripple beyond 60mVP-P and may cause instability or excessive heating under 50mA load.
Does REG711EA-2.5/2K5 require external compensation components?
No - REG711EA-2.5/2K5 is internally compensated and operates stably with the recommended 2.2µF CIN, 2.2µF COUT, and 0.22µF CPUMP ceramic capacitors. No external resistors, capacitors, or feedback networks are needed - simplifying design and reducing bill-of-materials cost.
What is the thermal resistance (θJA) of REG711EA-2.5/2K5 in its VSSOP-8 package?
The REG711EA-2.5/2K5 has a junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (θJA) of 150°C/W in the standard VSSOP-8 (DGK) package with typical PCB layout (2-layer board, 1-in² copper pour on top layer only). Adding thermal vias to an internal ground plane can reduce θJA to ~65°C/W, enabling full 50mA output at +85°C ambient.
Is REG711EA-2.5/2K5 pin-compatible with other output voltage variants in the REG711EA family?
Yes - all REG711EA-x.x variants (including REG711EA-2.5/2K5, REG711EA-3.3/2K5, and REG711EA-5/2K5) share identical VSSOP-8 (DGK) pinout, package dimensions, and terminal functions. Only the output voltage and device marking differ; PCB layouts are fully interchangeable across the family.
REG711EA-2.5/2K5 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Function:
- Step-Up/Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Charge Pump
- Output Type:
- Fixed
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 1.8V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 5.5V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 2.5V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- -
- Current - Output:
- 50mA
- Frequency - Switching:
- 1MHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- No
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-VSSOP
REG711EA-2.5/2K5 FAQ
1.How can I place an order for REG711EA-2.5/2K5 through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for REG711EA-2.5/2K5 on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
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6.How does Aetrix verify that REG711EA-2.5/2K5 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All REG711EA-2.5/2K5 products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that REG711EA-2.5/2K5 meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of REG711EA-2.5/2K5?
All REG711EA-2.5/2K5 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with REG711EA-2.5/2K5, 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 REG711EA-2.5/2K5 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for REG711EA-2.5/2K5:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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