STMicroelectronics L6920DB Synchronous Rectifier Step-Up Converter Datasheet

The L6920DB is a high efficiency monolithic step up switching converter IC especially designed for battery powered applications. It features a 0.8V start-up input voltage, up to 5.5V operating input voltage, internal synchronous rectifier, adjustable output voltage starting from 1.8V, 3.3V and 5V fixed output voltages, low battery voltage detection, reverse battery protection, 750mA input current limit, switching frequency up to 1MHz, and a 1.23V reference voltage.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
16
File format
PDF
File size
396 KB
Published
10 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
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About this manual

The L6920DB is a high-efficiency monolithic step-up switching converter IC designed specifically for battery-powered applications. It features an internal synchronous rectifier to reduce cost and external component count, requiring only three external components for conversion. The device supports a wide input voltage range from 0.8V startup up to 5.5V operating voltage.

What's inside

  • Pin settings
  • Electrical data
  • Electrical characteristics
  • Typical performance
  • Principle of operation
  • Start-up
  • Shutdown
  • Low battery detection
  • Reverse polarity
  • Output voltage selection

Specifications

Operating Input VoltageUp to 5.5 V
Switching FrequencyUp to 1 MHz
Reference Voltage1.23 V
Output Voltage Range1.8 V to 5.2 V
Maximum Junction Temperature150 °C
Package TypeMSOP8

Frequently asked questions

Does the L6920DB require an external diode?

No, it features an internal synchronous rectifier, eliminating the need for an external diode.

What are the fixed output voltage options?

The device supports fixed output voltages of 3.3V and 5V.

What is the maximum input current limit?

The LX switch current limit is approximately 750mA to 800mA.

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