Texas Instruments TPS54160ADGQ
- Part No.:
- TPS54160ADGQ
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package:
- 10-PowerTFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
TPS54160ADGQ.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BUCK ADJ 1.5A 10HVSSOP
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Product details
Overview
TPS54160ADGQ from Texas Instruments is a 60-V, 1.5-A synchronous step-down DC/DC converter with integrated 200-mΩ high-side MOSFET, Eco-mode™ pulse-skipping for 116-μA quiescent current, and adjustable 100-kHz to 2.5-MHz switching frequency. It delivers regulated 3.3-V output at up to 1.5 A in industrial power supplies requiring wide VIN (3.5–60 V) and high light-load efficiency.
For engineers reviewing the TPS54160ADGQ datasheet, TPS54160ADGQ pinout, TPS54160ADGQ application, or TPS54160ADGQ equivalent, key selection criteria include its tighter enable threshold (1.11–1.36 V vs. TPS54160's 0.9–1.55 V), boot UVLO protection, PWRGD open-drain monitoring, and MSOP-10 package with exposed thermal pad for thermal management.
Technical Context
The TPS54160ADGQ implements constant-frequency peak current-mode control with internal slope compensation to prevent subharmonic oscillation across duty cycles. Its error amplifier (26 μ℧ transconductance during slow start, 97 μ℧ typical) drives COMP to regulate VSENSE against a 0.8-V reference with ±1.6-mV accuracy over temperature.
It integrates boot recharge diode and boot UVLO circuitry that disables the high-side MOSFET if BOOT–PH falls below 2.1 V, enabling reliable 100% duty-cycle operation. The RT/CLK pin supports both resistor-set frequency tuning and external clock synchronization via PLL lock-in (100-μs lock time).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 3.5 V to 60 V - supports 12-V, 24-V, and 48-V industrial bus rails without pre-regulation |
| Output Current | 1.5 A continuous - sufficient for powering microcontrollers, sensors, and interface ICs |
| Quiescent Current | 116 μA - enables battery-backed or energy-harvesting systems with multi-week standby life |
| Switching Frequency | 100 kHz to 2.5 MHz - allows optimization of inductor size (e.g., 4.7 μH at 500 kHz) and EMI filtering |
| Enable Threshold | 1.11 V to 1.36 V - tighter UVLO hysteresis than TPS54160 improves input voltage monitoring accuracy |
| Power Good Window | 94% to 107% of VOUT - provides precise fault detection for downstream logic sequencing |
| Reference Voltage | 0.792 V to 0.808 V (25°C) - enables accurate 3.3-V or 5-V output setting with <±1% tolerance |
Pinout & Package
TPS54160ADGQ uses the MSOP-10 package (3 mm × 3 mm) with exposed thermal pad (Pin 11) electrically connected to GND for enhanced thermal dissipation (θJA = 62.5°C/W on standard board).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| BOOT (1) | Bootstrap supply node | Connects to 0.1-μF X7R/X5R ceramic capacitor between BOOT and PH; enables gate drive for integrated high-side MOSFET |
| VIN (2) | Main input supply | Accepts 3.5–60 V; powers internal bias circuits and high-side switch; includes internal 2.5-V UVLO |
| EN (3) | Enable control input | Pulled up internally; float to enable; pull below 1.25 V to disable; used with resistors to adjust UVLO threshold |
| SS/TR (4) | Slow-start/tracking control | Capacitor sets soft-start time; resistor divider enables power sequencing; discharged during faults for repeatable restart |
| RT/CLK (5) | Frequency control/sync input | Resistor-to-GND sets fSW (100–2500 kHz); pulled above 1.9 V to accept external clock (300–2200 kHz) |
| PWRGD (6) | Open-drain power-good output | Asserts low when VOUT <94% or >107% of nominal; requires external pull-up for system reset/sequencing |
| VSENSE (7) | Feedback input | Inverting input of transconductance error amplifier; compares output voltage (via resistor divider) to 0.8-V reference |
| COMP (8) | Error amplifier output | Drives current-mode PWM comparator; connects to RC compensation network for loop stability |
| GND (9) | Ground reference | Signal and power ground; must be tied to exposed thermal pad (Pin 11) for thermal and electrical integrity |
| PH (10) | Power switch output | Source of internal high-side MOSFET; connects to inductor and output capacitor; carries full load current |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Eco-mode™ Pulse Skipping | Reduces no-load IQ to 116 μA while maintaining regulation - extends battery life in always-on systems |
| Integrated Boot Recharge Diode | Eliminates external diode - simplifies layout and improves reliability in high-duty-cycle applications |
| Boot UVLO Protection | Disables high-side switch if BOOT–PH <2.1 V - prevents shoot-through and ensures robust startup under low-VIN conditions |
| Adjustable UVLO with Hysteresis | EN pin + two resistors set custom input turn-on/off thresholds - enables precise brown-out recovery in 24-V/48-V systems |
| OV Power-Good Masking | Turns off high-side MOSFET during overvoltage and holds off until VOUT drops below 107% - prevents damage to downstream loads |
Applications
| Industrial Power Supply | Automotive Aftermarket |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: 24-V rail conversion to 3.3-V for PLC I/O modules operating in factory environments with wide ambient temperature swings. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary buck regulator delivering stable 3.3-V/1.5-A output with thermal shutdown and PWRGD monitoring for system health reporting. Use Value: 60-V input rating withstands load-dump transients; 150°C junction rating ensures reliability at 70°C ambient with natural convection cooling. | Use Scenario: Powering GPS navigation units and infotainment displays in vehicles where input voltage ranges from 9 V (cranking) to 16 V (running). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Input-stage DC/DC converter regulating 12-V battery to 5-V/3.3-V rails with adjustable UVLO to avoid false shutdown during cold cranking. Use Value: Tighter EN threshold (1.11–1.36 V) enables accurate 9-V dropout detection; Eco-mode maintains <120-μA standby draw during ignition-off mode. |
| Energy-Harvesting Node | Telecom Remote Unit |
Use Scenario: Solar-powered sensor node converting variable 12–48-V PV output to regulated 3.3-V for ultra-low-power MCU and LoRaWAN transceiver. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wide-input buck converter with programmable fSW and SS/TR sequencing to match intermittent energy availability. Use Value: 116-μA quiescent current minimizes parasitic drain; 100-kHz minimum fSW allows use of high-inductance, low-DCR chokes for peak efficiency at microamp loads. | Use Scenario: Outdoor telecom repeater powered from 48-V PoE or central office supply, requiring isolated 3.3-V/5-V rails with fault reporting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary non-isolated buck stage feeding isolated DC/DC modules; PWRGD signals upstream controller upon output fault. Use Value: 94–107% PWRGD window provides precise undervoltage/overvoltage detection; thermal shutdown (182°C) protects against enclosure overheating in sealed enclosures. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar step-down regulator applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS54160DGQ | Same MSOP-10 package and pinout; wider EN threshold (0.9–1.55 V) and lower ESD rating (1 kV HBM vs. 2 kV) | Less precise UVLO control; suitable for cost-sensitive designs where tighter enable accuracy is not required | Select TPS54160DGQ only if UVLO hysteresis tolerance >±250 mV is acceptable and 1-kV HBM ESD suffices |
| LM5160QPWPRQ1 | Automotive-grade (AEC-Q100); 65-V max VIN; 1.5-A; 3.5-V min VIN; no Eco-mode; higher IQ (200 μA) | Qualified for automotive under-hood use; lacks pulse-skip mode but offers spread-spectrum and enhanced fault logging | Choose LM5160QPWPRQ1 for automotive safety-critical systems requiring AEC-Q100 qualification and diagnostic features |
Compared with TPS54160DGQ, the TPS54160ADGQ provides more accurate UVLO triggering and better ESD robustness, while LM5160QPWPRQ1 trades Eco-mode efficiency for automotive qualification and diagnostic capability - making TPS54160ADGQ optimal for industrial and aftermarket applications needing precision enable control and low-IQ operation.
Availability
TPS54160ADGQ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, automotive aftermarket electronics, and telecom remote units requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed traceability.
Supply support for TPS54160ADGQ 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 and embedded processing technologies, with decades of expertise in power management IC design and manufacturing.
The TPS54160A product line targets wide-input industrial and automotive DC/DC conversion, emphasizing high-voltage resilience, light-load efficiency, and system-level fault management for harsh-environment applications.
FAQ
What is the minimum input voltage required for TPS54160ADGQ to start switching?
The TPS54160ADGQ has an internal undervoltage lockout threshold of 2.5 V, but startup occurs when VIN exceeds the adjusted enable threshold. With EN floating, the device starts when VIN rises above ~2.5 V. When EN is biased externally, startup voltage depends on the resistor divider - for example, with R1=100 kΩ and R2=49.9 kΩ from VIN to EN to GND, startup occurs at ~7.7 V (rising) and hold-off at ~6.7 V (falling). This behavior is confirmed in Section 7.5 of the TPS54160ADGQ datasheet.
Does TPS54160ADGQ support synchronization to an external clock signal?
Yes, the TPS54160ADGQ supports external clock synchronization via the RT/CLK pin. When the pin voltage exceeds 1.9 V, the internal oscillator amplifier disables and the pin becomes a high-impedance clock input to the internal PLL. It accepts clock frequencies from 300 kHz to 2.2 MHz, with PLL lock-in time of 100 μs. This feature enables noise-sensitive systems to align switching edges and reduce EMI peaks - a capability verified in the Functional Block Diagram and Electrical Characteristics tables of the official TPS54160ADGQ datasheet.
How does the PWRGD pin of TPS54160ADGQ behave during output overvoltage conditions?
The PWRGD pin of TPS54160ADGQ asserts low when VSENSE falls below 94% or rises above 107% of the nominal output voltage. During overvoltage, the OV comparator triggers, turning off the high-side MOSFET and holding it off until VSENSE drops below 107%. This causes PWRGD to remain low until regulation is restored. The pin is open-drain and requires an external pull-up resistor. This dual-threshold behavior is explicitly defined in Section 7.5 (Electrical Characteristics) and Figure 21 of the TPS54160ADGQ datasheet.
Can TPS54160ADGQ operate with 100% duty cycle, and what condition enables it?
Yes, the TPS54160ADGQ supports 100% duty cycle operation as long as the BOOT–PH voltage remains above 2.1 V. This is enforced by the internal boot UVLO circuit, which disables the high-side MOSFET if BOOT–PH drops below this threshold. The integrated boot recharge diode and recommended 0.1-μF X7R ceramic capacitor ensure reliable boot capacitor refresh even at high duty cycles. This capability is documented in Section 8.1 (Overview) and Feature Description subsection 8.3.4 of the TPS54160ADGQ datasheet.
What is the purpose of the SS/TR pin on TPS54160ADGQ, and how is it used during fault recovery?
The SS/TR pin on TPS54160ADGQ controls output voltage ramp rate (slow start) or tracks another supply (sequencing). During overload, thermal shutdown, or EN-disable events, the internal overload recovery circuit actively discharges the SS/TR capacitor to 0 V, ensuring consistent restart behavior. Upon fault removal, the capacitor recharges from zero, initiating a controlled soft-start from the fault voltage level back to regulation. This behavior is detailed in Section 8.1 and Figure 26 (Pulse Skip Mode Operation) of the TPS54160ADGQ datasheet.
TPS54160ADGQ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- Eco-Mode™
- Package/Case:
- 10-PowerTFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Function:
- Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Buck
- Output Type:
- Adjustable
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 3.5V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 60V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 0.8V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 58V
- Current - Output:
- 1.5A
- Frequency - Switching:
- 100kHz ~ 2.5MHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- No
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 10-HVSSOP
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