Fairchild Semiconductor TinyCalc User Guide

TinyCalc is a Microsoft Excel-based calculator created to simplify the design of TinyBuck-based regulators. TinyBuck products are integrated synchronous buck regulators with one high-side and one low-side MOSFET and a controller/driver integrated in one 5x6mm molded leadless package (MLP). The last digit in the part number signifies the current rating of the product. This calculator covers designs with FAN2103, FAN2106, FAN2108, FAN2110, FAN21SV04, and FAN21SV06 regulators. Regulators with SV in the part numbers have a built-in 5V regulator. This document describes how to configure Excel 07 so this calculator can work without errors. This guide explains how to use the TinyCalc calculator to choose external components for designs once the input and output conditions are provided.


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Brand
Fairchild
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
13
File format
PDF
File size
1.1 MB
Published
12 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
1F48BD84643CC0501701B3D9E6FF5F20

About this manual

TinyCalc™ is a Microsoft Excel-based calculator designed to simplify the design of TinyBuck™-based regulators. These regulators are integrated synchronous buck devices containing high-side and low-side MOSFETs and a controller/driver in a 5x6mm molded leadless package (MLP). The tool supports specific part numbers, including those with built-in 5V regulator functionality.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Before Opening TinyCalc™
  • Working with TinyCalc™
  • TinyCalc™ User Interface
  • Design Inputs
  • Output L&C Section
  • Bode Plots / Compensation
  • Schematics & Layout Recommendations
  • Loss Estimate
  • Bill of Materials

Specifications

Supported RegulatorsFAN2103, FAN2106, FAN2108, FAN2110, FAN21SV04, and FAN21SV06
Package Type5x6mm molded leadless package (MLP)
Platform RequirementMicrosoft Excel

Frequently asked questions

What add-ins are required to run TinyCalc?

You must install and enable the Analysis Toolpak and Analysis Toolpak – VBA add-ins.

What macro security setting is needed for TinyCalc?

Macro security must be set to Medium, specifically enabling all macros or disabling with notification.

Which regulators have a built-in 5V regulator?

Regulators with 'SV' in the part number, such as FAN21SV04 and FAN21SV06, have a built-in 5V regulator.

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