STMicroelectronics L6740L Hybrid Controller Datasheet

L6740L is a hybrid CPU power supply controller for AMD processors, compatible with both parallel (PVI) and serial (SVI) protocols. The device embeds two independent control loops for the CPU core and the integrated NB, each one with its own set of protections. L6740L is able to work in single-plane mode, addressing only the CORE section, according to the parallel DAC codification. When in dual-plane mode, it is compatible with the AMD SVI specification addressing the CPU and NB voltages according to the SVI bus commands. The dual-edge asynchronous architecturetm ensures high performance and high efficiency.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
44
File format
PDF
File size
755 KB
Published
10 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

The L6740L is a hybrid CPU power supply controller compatible with both parallel (PVI) and serial (SVI) protocols for AMD processors. It embeds two independent control loops for the CPU core and the integrated North Bridge (NB), each with its own set of protections. The device supports scalable phases for the CPU core and a dedicated phase for the NB, utilizing a dual-edge asynchronous architecture optimized by LTB Technology for fast load-transient response.

What's inside

  • Typical application circuit
  • Block diagram
  • Pin descriptions
  • Electrical specifications
  • Hybrid CPU support
  • Output voltage positioning
  • Output voltage monitoring and protections
  • Main oscillator
  • System control loop compensation
  • Layout guidelines

Specifications

PackageHTQFP48
Oscillator frequency150 kHz
Operating voltage12V +/- 15%

Frequently asked questions

What is the L6740L and what processors does it support?

The L6740L is a hybrid controller designed for AMD SVID and PVID processors.

What is the maximum number of phases the L6740L can support?

The device supports up to four scalable phases for the CPU core and one phase for the NB.

What is the frequency of the internal oscillator?

The oscillator is internally fixed at 150 kHz, though it can be adjusted externally.

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