STMicroelectronics AN1330 Designing with the L5970D 1A DC-DC Converter Application Note

The L5970D is a step-down monolithic power switching regulator capable of delivering up to 1 A at output voltages from 1.235 V to 35 V. The operating input voltage ranges from 4.4 V to 36 V. It has been designed using BCDV technology and the power switching element is implemented through a P-channel DMOS transistor. It does not require a bootstrap capacitor, and the duty cycle can range up to 100%. An internal oscillator fixes the switching frequency at 250 kHz. This minimizes the LC output filter. A synchronization pin is available for cases where a higher frequency (up to 500 kHz) is required. Pulse-by-pulse and frequency foldback overcurrent protection offer effective short circuit protection. Other features are voltage feed-forward, protection against feedback disconnection, inhibit and thermal shutdown.


STMicroelectronics AN1330 Designing with the L5970D 1A DC-DC Converter Application Note - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
DC/DC Converter
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
31
File format
PDF
File size
882 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
Model
L5970D
MD5 checksum
8438A430B31896E046DF87BDEBB137A4

About this manual

The L5970D is a step-down monolithic power switching regulator capable of delivering up to 1 A at output voltages from 1.235 V to 35 V. It operates with input voltages ranging from 4.4 V to 36 V and uses BCDV technology with a P-channel DMOS transistor. The device features an internal oscillator fixed at 250 kHz, which can be synchronized to an external signal up to 500 kHz. It includes pulse-by-pulse and frequency foldback overcurrent protection, voltage feed-forward, and thermal shutdown.

What's inside

  • Pin functions
  • Functional description
  • Power supply and voltage reference
  • Voltages monitor
  • Oscillator and synchronizer
  • Current protection
  • Error amplifier
  • PWM comparator and power stage
  • Additional features and protection
  • Application information

Specifications

Output currentup to 1 A
Output voltage range1.235 V to 35 V
Input voltage range4.4 V to 36 V
Switching frequency250 kHz
Maximum synchronization frequency500 kHz
Reference voltage3.3 V
TechnologyBCDV

Frequently asked questions

What is the switching frequency of the L5970D?

The internal oscillator fixes the switching frequency at 250 kHz.

Can the L5970D be synchronized to an external signal?

Yes, a synchronization pin is available for cases where a higher frequency up to 500 kHz is required.

Does the L5970D require a bootstrap capacitor?

No, the device does not require a bootstrap capacitor.

What types of current protection does the L5970D offer?

It offers pulse-by-pulse and frequency foldback overcurrent protection.

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