Texas Instruments TPS54526PWPR
- Part No.:
- TPS54526PWPR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package:
- 14-PowerTSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
TPS54526PWPR.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BUCK ADJ 5.5A 14HTSSOP
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Product details
Overview
TPS54526PWPR from Texas Instruments is a 5.5-A synchronous step-down DC/DC converter with D-CAP2™ control architecture, operating from 4.5 V to 18 V input and delivering adjustable output voltage from 0.76 V to 5.5 V. It integrates 63 mΩ high-side and 33 mΩ low-side N-channel MOSFETs, supports 650-kHz switching, and features Eco-mode™ for high efficiency at light loads-used in digital TV power supplies and Blu-ray Disc™ players.
For engineers reviewing the TPS54526PWPR datasheet, TPS54526PWPR pinout, TPS54526PWPR application, or TPS54526PWPR equivalent, key selection considerations include adaptive on-time transient response, pre-biased soft start capability, power good (PG) open-drain output, cycle-by-cycle overcurrent protection, and thermal shutdown at 165°C.
Technical Context
The TPS54526PWPR implements D-CAP2™ mode control using adaptive on-time PWM, eliminating external compensation while enabling fast load-transient response. Its proprietary circuit supports ultra-low-ESR ceramic and polymer output capacitors without requiring ESR-induced ripple for stability.
It operates in seamless transition between continuous conduction mode (CCM) at higher loads and discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) under light loads via Auto-Skip Eco-mode™. The device includes integrated VREG5 (5.5-V LDO), output discharge MOSFET (50–100 Ω), and dual PGND pins for current-sense accuracy and thermal performance.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 4.5 V to 18 V - supports wide industrial and consumer input rails including 5 V, 12 V, and 15 V systems. |
| Output Current | Up to 5.5 A - sufficient for powering core logic, SoCs, and FPGAs in embedded video applications. |
| Switching Frequency | 650 kHz - enables compact magnetics and balances EMI vs. efficiency trade-offs. |
| High-Side RDS(on) | 63 mΩ - reduces conduction loss during high-duty-cycle operation (e.g., 3.3 V out from 12 V in). |
| Low-Side RDS(on) | 33 mΩ - minimizes synchronous rectification losses and improves light-load efficiency. |
| Feedback Reference | 0.765 V ±0.4% - enables precise output regulation and stable divider design with 1% resistors. |
| Shutdown Current | <10 μA - ensures minimal system standby power draw in always-on consumer electronics. |
Pinout & Package
TPS54526PWPR is housed in a 14-pin HTSSOP (PWP) package with exposed thermal PowerPAD™ (5.00 mm × 4.40 mm), optimized for PCB thermal relief and high-current grounding. Pin functions are validated per TI SLVSB84D Rev D (April 2021).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VO (Pin 1) | Output voltage node & discharge path | Connects directly to output capacitor; internal 50–100 Ω discharge FET activates when EN = low. |
| VFB (Pin 2) | Feedback input | Senses output via resistor divider; reference threshold is 0.765 V with ±0.4% accuracy over temperature. |
| VREG5 (Pin 3) | Internal 5.5-V LDO output | Powers internal circuitry and can supply up to 5 mA externally; requires 1-μF bypass to PGND. |
| SS (Pin 4) | Soft-start timing control | 6-μA current source charges external capacitor; enables adjustable ramp time and pre-biased startup. |
| GND (Pin 5) | Signal ground reference | Provides analog reference for feedback and control logic; must be tightly coupled to PGND near IC. |
| PG (Pin 6) | Open-drain power-good indicator | Asserts high after 1.7× soft-start time when VOUT is within ±10%; requires external pull-up to VREG5 (25–150 kΩ). |
| EN (Pin 7) | Enable input | Active-high logic input; internal 220–880 kΩ pull-down; thresholds: VENH = 1.6 V, VENL = 0.6 V. |
| PGND1, PGND2 (Pins 8,9) | Power ground returns | Low-side MOSFET source connections and current-sense inputs; must be joined to GND at single point near IC. |
| SW1, SW2 (Pins 10,11) | Switch node terminals | Connect to external inductors; serve as inputs to current comparators and VBST bootstrap paths. |
| VBST (Pin 12) | Bootstrap supply for high-side gate driver | Requires ceramic capacitor (typically 0.1 μF) from VBST to SW1/SW2; internal diode connects to VREG5. |
| VIN1, VIN2 (Pins 13,14) | Main input power rails | Dual VIN pins reduce IR drop and improve thermal distribution; both connect to high-side MOSFET drains and VREG5 input. |
| PowerPAD™ (Backside) | Thermal & electrical ground | Mandatory solder connection to large PGND copper area; critical for thermal dissipation (RθJA = 43.7°C/W). |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| D-CAP2™ adaptive on-time control | Enables <10-μs transient response without external compensation components or ESR-dependent stability. |
| Eco-mode™ auto-skip operation | Reduces light-load quiescent current to <10 μA while maintaining regulated output down to ~10 mA. |
| Pre-biased soft start | Prevents reverse current flow during startup into pre-charged outputs-critical for hot-swap and multi-rail sequencing. |
| Integrated VREG5 LDO | Delivers stable 5.5 V ±3% at up to 5 mA; powers internal logic and eliminates need for external bias supply. |
| Cycle-by-cycle overcurrent protection | Detects valley current during low-side conduction; non-latching fault response with immediate recovery upon load normalization. |
| Output discharge function | Activates internal 50–100 Ω FET between VO and PGND when disabled-ensures rapid, controlled output voltage decay. |
Applications
| Application 1 | Application 2 |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Powering SoC core voltage rail in digital television mainboards with dynamic load steps from video decoding to UI rendering. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary buck regulator delivering 1.05 V @ 5.5 A with sub-10-μs transient response to prevent brownout during burst processing. Use Value: D-CAP2™ eliminates loop compensation components, reducing BOM count and layout area while maintaining ±1% output regulation across 0–100% load. | Use Scenario: Generating 3.3 V supply for HDMI interface and audio codec in high-definition Blu-ray Disc™ players. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secondary buck converter operating at 650 kHz with ceramic output capacitors to meet low-noise EMI requirements. Use Value: Low 33 mΩ low-side RDS(on) and Eco-mode™ sustain >88% efficiency at 100 mA load-extending standby battery life in remote-controlled devices. |
| Application 3 | Application 4 |
Use Scenario: Providing 1.2 V FPGA I/O bank supply in networking home terminal gateways with strict thermal limits. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency synchronous buck with dual PGND and PowerPAD™ thermal path for sustained 4.5-A operation at 85°C ambient. Use Value: 43.7°C/W junction-to-ambient thermal resistance and exposed thermal pad enable operation without heatsink in space-constrained enclosures. | Use Scenario: Regulating 5.0 V USB peripheral bus in digital set-top boxes with hot-plug detection and sequencing constraints. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main 5-V rail generator with power-good signaling and adjustable soft-start to coordinate with microcontroller boot sequence. Use Value: Open-drain PG output with programmable delay (1.7× tSS) provides deterministic system power sequencing and fault reporting to host MCU. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar synchronous buck converter applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS54528RTQR | Same D-CAP2™ architecture, 5.5-A rating, but in 16-pin QFN (RSA) package with three VIN/SW pins; RθJA = 35.2°C/W. | Better thermal performance and higher current density; requires different PCB footprint and layout. | Preferred for thermally constrained designs needing lower junction temperature rise at full load. |
| MP2359DJ-LF-Z | Monolithic 5-A buck with 4.5–28-V input, fixed 500-kHz frequency, no Eco-mode™; uses voltage-mode control with external compensation. | Lacks pre-biased soft start and power-good output; requires additional components for stability and sequencing. | Selected where cost sensitivity outweighs feature richness and board space is less constrained than thermal budget. |
Compared with TPS54526PWPR, TPS54528RTQR offers superior thermal metrics in QFN packaging but demands layout rework, while MP2359DJ-LF-Z trades advanced control features for lower BOM cost and broader input range-making each suitable for distinct design priorities: thermal headroom, feature integration, or component count.
Availability
TPS54526PWPR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for digital TV power supplies, Blu-ray Disc™ player subsystems, and networking home terminal designs requiring stable component supply, long-term production continuity, and automotive-grade reliability screening.
Supply support for TPS54526PWPR 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 high-efficiency DC/DC conversion.
The TPS545xx family was designed specifically for high-current, low-voltage point-of-load regulation in consumer video and broadband equipment-emphasizing fast transient response, light-load efficiency, and minimal external component count.
FAQ
What is the maximum output current supported by the TPS54526PWPR?
The TPS54526PWPR is rated for continuous output current up to 5.5 A under recommended operating conditions (TA ≤ 85°C, proper PCB thermal design). Peak current capability reaches 6.9 A before cycle-by-cycle overcurrent protection triggers. Derating applies above 85°C ambient or with inadequate copper pour on the PowerPAD™.
Does the TPS54526PWPR support pre-biased output startup?
Yes, the TPS54526PWPR includes proprietary pre-biased soft start. When the output voltage is already present at startup, the controller gradually enables synchronous rectification-starting with narrow low-side gate pulses and incrementing duty cycle cycle-by-cycle-to avoid sinking current from the pre-charged rail and ensure monotonic VOUT ramp-up.
What package type is used for the TPS54526PWPR?
The TPS54526PWPR uses a 14-pin HTSSOP (PWP) package with an exposed thermal PowerPAD™ measuring 5.00 mm × 4.40 mm. This package requires soldering the backside thermal pad to a dedicated PGND copper area for optimal thermal performance (RθJA = 43.7°C/W).
How does Eco-mode™ improve light-load efficiency in the TPS54526PWPR?
Eco-mode™ in the TPS54526PWPR enables auto-skip operation below ~200 mA load: the controller discontinues switching cycles until output voltage droop triggers the next pulse. This reduces switching losses and cuts quiescent current to under 10 μA-boosting efficiency from ~65% (PWM-only) to >85% at 10 mA output.
Can the TPS54526PWPR generate its own gate drive bias voltage?
Yes-the TPS54526PWPR integrates a VREG5 LDO that delivers a regulated 5.5 V ±3% output (Pin 3), used internally to power control logic and the high-side gate driver. A 1-μF ceramic capacitor must be placed from VREG5 to PGND. This eliminates the need for an external bias supply while supporting bootstrap capacitor charging via the internal VREG5-to-VBST diode.
TPS54526PWPR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- D-CAP2™, Eco-Mode™
- Package/Case:
- 14-PowerTSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- 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):
- 0.76V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 5.5V
- Current - Output:
- 5.5A
- Frequency - Switching:
- 650kHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- Yes
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 14-HTSSOP
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