Vendor: Dolphin Semiconductor Category: DC/DC Converter

Nano power DC-DC converter with ultra-low quiescent current and high efficiency at light load in TSMC 40uLPeF

DCDC-ULP-LS-1.62-3.63-0.6-2.5.01_TSMC_40_ULPeF is a Nano power DC-DC converter in TSMC 40uLPeF with ultra-low quiescent current a…

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Overview

DCDC-ULP-LS-1.62-3.63-0.6-2.5.01_TSMC_40_ULPeF is a Nano power DC-DC converter in TSMC 40uLPeF with ultra-low quiescent current and high efficiency at light load, supporting 1.62 V to 3.63 V input voltage.

PARAMETERS CONDITION

Minimum value

Typical value

Maximum value

Input Voltage

- 1.62 V   3.63 V

Output Voltage

- 0.6 V   2.5 V

Output current configuration

- - 200 mA;400 mA;600 mA -

Quiescent current typical value

I200HDO - 450 nA -

Accuracy

  - - 3%

Efficiency

VREG=1.8V - - 88%

Key features

  • 350 nA quiescent current (for 200 mA load configuration)
  • 150 nA shutdown current (for 200 mA load configuration)
  • Up to 87% peak efficiency (for Vin=3.3 V and Vout=1.8 V)
  • Up to 83% peak efficiency (for Vin=3.3 V and Vout=0.8 V)
  • 80% efficiency down to 0.1% of Imax (for 200 mA load configuration)
  • 73% efficiency for Iload=10 uA (for 200 mA load configuration)
  • 3% output voltage DC accuracy

Block Diagram

Benefits

  • Ultra-low quiescent minimizing the current consumption in deep-sleep mode
  • High efficiency at light load to extend the battery lifetime
  • Low ripple level to supply noise sensitive loads
  • 1 uH inductor
  • Ultra-small area for reduced silicon cost

Applications

  • Bluetooth
  • Cellular IoT
  • GNSS
  • Hearing aids
  • NB-IoT
  • Smart Headset
  • Smart Speaker
  • TWS Earpods
  • ULP MCU
  • Voice-controlled devices
  • Voice Assistant
  • WiFi

Silicon Options

Foundry Node Process Maturity
TSMC 40nm ULP

Specifications

Identity

Part Number
DCDC-ULP-LS-1.62-3.63-0.6-2.5.01_TSMC_40_ULPeF
Vendor
Dolphin Semiconductor
Type
Silicon IP

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Provider

Dolphin Semiconductor
HQ: France
Dolphin Semiconductor is a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions, specializing in IP design. We excel in crafting high-performance audio IP, analog/mixed-signal IP, and comprehensive silicon platforms. Our offerings include semiconductor IP cores and design expertise, tailored for mobile devices, consumer electronics, automotive systems, and IoT applications. By prioritizing energy efficiency in our designs, we enable longer battery life and lower power consumption, contributing to sustainable and eco-friendly technology solutions. Utilizing our deep understanding of silicon technology, we guide our clients from concept to market-leading products.

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