STMicroelectronics EVAL5985 Step-Down Switching Regulator Demonstration Board Data Brief

The EVAL5985 demonstration board is a fully functional step-down switching regulator with an output current of up to 2 A. It has an input voltage range of 2.9 V to 18 V and an adjustable output voltage range of 0.6 V to 16 V. The switching frequency is programmable up to 1 MHz. It features internal soft-start and inhibit functions, low dropout operation with 100% duty cycle, zero-load current operation, and over-current and thermal protection.


STMicroelectronics EVAL5985 Step-Down Switching Regulator Demonstration Board Data Brief - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
6
File format
PDF
File size
185 KB
Published
07 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
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About this manual

The EVAL5985 is a demonstration board designed for design engineers, featuring a fully functional step-down switching regulator with an output current of up to 2 A. It integrates the STMicroelectronics L5985 regulator along with all necessary external components for a typical application, supporting an input voltage range of 2.9 V to 18 V.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Description
  • Application circuit
  • Component list
  • PCB layout
  • Package mechanical data
  • Revision history

Specifications

Output current2 A
Input voltage range2.9 V to 18 V
Output voltage range0.6 V to 16 V
Switching frequency250 kHz to 1 MHz
Package typeVFQFPN8 3 mm x 3 mm
Protection featuresOver-current and thermal protection

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum output current of the EVAL5985?

The board provides a fully functional step-down switching regulator with an output current of up to 2 A.

What is the input voltage range supported by the board?

The board covers the entire 2.9 V - 18 V input voltage range of the L5985 device.

Is the output voltage adjustable?

Yes, the output voltage can be set to a level from 0.6 V up to the rated voltage of the output capacitor (16 V).

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