SC600 is a charge pump designed by Semtech for battery operated power supply applications. It features a fractional charge pump implementation with efficiency comparable to a switching regulator without costly inductors.
The SC600 is an integrated circuit featuring a fractional charge pump implementation that provides efficiency comparable to switching regulators without requiring costly inductors. It utilizes only two tiny ceramic capacitors, offering a reduced EMI solution suitable for portable electronics such as cellular phones and PDAs.
Available in four component versions (A, B, C, D), the device supports output voltages of 5.0V, 4.5V, or 4.0V with maximum currents up to 120mA. Key features include selectable operating frequencies, soft-start functionality, and short-circuit protection.
| Maximum Output Current (Versions B & D) | 120mA |
|---|---|
| Input Supply Voltage Range | 2.5V to 6.5V |
| Operating Ambient Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package Types | MLPD-10 or MSOP-10 |
| Peak Efficiency | >90% |
The device is available in versions providing 5.0V, 4.5V, or 4.0V outputs.
No, it is an inductorless implementation requiring only two tiny ceramic capacitors.
Selectable fixed frequencies include 8kHz, 32kHz, 262kHz, and 650kHz.