ROHM BD8312HFN Technical Note

BD8312HFN is a high-efficiency step-down switching regulator with built-in power MOSFET from ROHM Co., Ltd. It supports output voltages of 1.2V, 1.8V, 3.3V, and 5V, with a maximum output current of 1.5A. The device operates at 1.5MHz, and its external inductor and capacitor can be downsized. It also features a built-in synchronous rectifier switch with a 15V rating, as well as a flexible phase compensation system. BD8312HFN is suitable for portable devices powered by 4 dry batteries or Li2cell and Li3cell batteries, as well as consumer devices with 5V/12V power supplies.


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Brand
ROHM
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
15
File format
PDF
File size
430 KB
Published
04 June, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
8F6582DA2ECE6F63E0DF73DC71089467

About this manual

The BD8312HFN is a single‑chip step‑down switching regulator with a built‑in power MOSFET, designed for portable equipment powered by 4‑cell batteries or a 5 V/12 V supply. It offers high efficiency at 1.5 MHz, synchronous rectification, soft‑start, and timer‑latch protection.

The document provides a description of the IC, pin functions, block diagram, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings, example application circuits, and ordering information, along with graphs of performance versus temperature and input voltage.

What's inside

  • Description
  • Features
  • Application
  • Operating Conditions
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Pin Description
  • Block Diagram
  • Reference Data
  • Example of Application

Specifications

Supply voltage range (VCC)3.5 V to 14 V
Output voltage options1.2 V, 1.8 V, 3.3 V, 5 V
Maximum output current (7.4 V input, 3.3 V output)1.2 A
Switching frequency1.5 MHz
Maximum input current1.0 A
Power dissipation630 mW
Operating temperature range-25 °C to +85 °C
Storage temperature range-55 °C to +150 °C
Junction temperature max+150 °C

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended supply voltage range for the BD8312HFN?

The device operates with a supply voltage (VCC) from 3.5 V up to 14 V.

What is the maximum output current at a 7.4 V input?

At a 7.4 V input and 3.3 V output, the regulator can deliver up to 1.2 A.

What switching frequency does the BD8312HFN use?

The internal oscillator runs at a fixed frequency of 1.5 MHz.

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