Texas Instruments TPS60130PWP

Overview

TPS60130 from Texas Instruments is a regulated 5-V, 300-mA charge pump DC-DC converter optimized for battery-powered systems. It operates from 2.7 V to 5.4 V input (e.g., three alkaline/NiMH or single Li-ion cells), delivers ±4% regulated output, achieves up to 90% efficiency via adaptive 1.5×/2× mode switching, and requires only four external ceramic capacitors - no inductors. It integrates low-battery detection (LBI/LBO) and supports shutdown with 0.05 µA quiescent current.

For engineers reviewing the TPS60130 datasheet, TPS60130 pinout, TPS60130 application, or TPS60130 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 300-mA output capability at 5 V, thermally enhanced HTSSOP-20 package, adaptive conversion topology for wide-input efficiency, integrated low-battery comparator, and compatibility with space-constrained portable instrumentation and medical devices like glucose meters.

Technical Context

The TPS60130 employs dual single-ended charge pumps with automatic 1.5× or voltage-doubler mode selection based on input voltage and load current - enabling high efficiency across 2.7–5.4 V input range. Its ACTIVE-CYCLE regulation maintains fixed 210–450 kHz switching frequency under heavy loads while transitioning to pulse-skip mode at light loads to reduce quiescent current to 60 µA.

Internally, it integrates a 1.21-V bandgap reference, error amplifier, MOSFET switches with controlled ON-resistance, undervoltage lockout (1.6 V threshold), and a dedicated low-battery comparator (LBI input, LBO open-drain output). During shutdown (ENABLE = low), output is fully disconnected and supply current drops to 0.05 µA, with <1 µA output leakage.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TPS60130 is housed in a thermally enhanced 20-pin HTSSOP (PWP) package measuring 6.50 mm × 4.40 mm, with exposed PowerPAD™ for improved heat dissipation (R_θJC(bot) = 3.5°C/W).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar regulated charge pump DC-DC converter applications.

Compared with TPS60131, TPS60130 provides battery health awareness rather than output supervision; compared with TPS60110, it adds adaptive mode switching for 5–10% higher efficiency below 3.6 V and integrated LBI/LBO functionality - making it the preferred choice for multi-cell battery systems requiring runtime visibility.

Availability

TPS60130 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for handheld medical devices, portable instrumentation, PCMCIA interfaces, and backup-battery boost converters requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and consistent parametric performance.

Supply support for TPS60130 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 over 50 years of innovation in energy-efficient power conversion.

The TPS6013x family was designed specifically for space-constrained, battery-powered applications demanding high-efficiency, inductorless 5-V generation - targeting portable instrumentation, medical devices, and smart peripherals where reliability and low quiescent current are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous output current of the TPS60130?

The TPS60130 delivers up to 300 mA of continuous output current when supplied from a 3-V input, as specified in the Recommended Operating Conditions table. This rating holds across the full operating temperature range (–40°C to +125°C junction) and is validated with proper thermal layout including the PowerPAD™ soldered to PCB copper. At inputs above 4 V, output current remains stable but efficiency peaks in 1.5× mode.

Does the TPS60130 require external inductors?

No, the TPS60130 is a capacitor-based charge pump DC-DC converter and requires no inductors. It operates using four external ceramic capacitors: two flying capacitors (C1, C2) and input/output filter capacitors. This eliminates magnetic EMI, reduces board area, and simplifies layout - a core design advantage confirmed in the Features section and Typical Operating Circuit diagram of the TPS60130 datasheet.

How does the low-battery detection function work on the TPS60130?

The TPS60130 integrates a precision low-battery comparator with LBI (input) and LBO (open-drain output) pins. The internal reference is 1.21 V ±5%; an external resistor divider from battery to LBI sets the trip voltage. When battery voltage drops below the programmed threshold, LBO pulls low (sinking up to 1 mA). TI recommends a 100-kΩ to 1-MΩ pullup resistor to OUT. LBO is high-impedance during shutdown.

What is the shutdown current of the TPS60130 and how is it enabled?

The TPS60130 draws just 0.05 µA (typical) in shutdown mode, with a maximum of 1 µA. Shutdown is activated by pulling the ENABLE pin low; this disables all internal switches, oscillator, and control logic while disconnecting the output from the input. The device exits shutdown within 10 µs after ENABLE returns high, and output leakage remains below 1 µA - critical for long-term battery preservation in medical and instrumentation applications.

Can the TPS60130 operate from a single Li-ion battery?

Yes, the TPS60130 supports input voltages from 2.7 V to 5.4 V, fully covering the discharge curve of a single Li-ion or Li-polymer cell (typically 4.2 V fully charged down to ~2.8 V). Its adaptive 1.5×/2× mode switching maintains >85% efficiency across this range, and the 1.6-V undervoltage lockout prevents operation below safe battery levels - making it ideal for compact Li-ion-powered devices like glucose meters and portable analyzers.