International Rectifier IR3840WMPbF DC/DC Buck Regulator Datasheet

IR3840W is an easy-to-use, fully integrated and highly efficient DC/DC synchronous Buck regulator. It features wide input voltage range, wide output voltage range, high load capability and high efficiency.


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Brand
International Rectifier
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
34
File format
PDF
File size
752 KB
Published
09 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
E4EDC93C87A1058573C8992AF42A0B9C

About this manual

The IR3840WMPbF is a fully integrated, synchronous buck regulator designed for low‑output‑voltage applications. It offers greater than 96 % efficiency, a wide input range of 1.5 V to 16 V, and programmable switching frequencies from 250 kHz up to 1.5 MHz.

The device includes multiple protection functions such as thermal shutdown, over‑current limit, and enable‑input monitoring. It is supplied in a 5 mm × 6 mm QFN package and is RoHS‑compliant, making it suitable for server, storage, telecom and other point‑of‑load power architectures.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Description
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Recommended Operating Conditions
  • Electrical Specifications
  • Pin Description
  • Block Diagram
  • Ordering Information
  • Stencil Design

Specifications

Input Voltage Range1.5 V – 16 V
Output Voltage Range0.7 V – 0.9 × Vin
Continuous Output Current12 A
Switching Frequency250 kHz – 1.5 MHz (programmable)
Maximum Efficiency>96 %
Package5 mm × 6 mm Power QFN, 0.9 mm height
Thermal Shutdown Temperature140 °C

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum efficiency of the IR3840WMPbF?

The device achieves greater than 96 % maximum efficiency.

What input voltage range does the IR3840WMPbF support?

It operates with an input voltage from 1.5 V up to 16 V.

How can the switching frequency be set?

The switching frequency is programmable via external resistors, ranging from 250 kHz to 1.5 MHz.

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