STMicroelectronics L6911D Step-Down Controller Datasheet

The product is a high-performance DC-DC converter that can provide power for high current microprocessors. It has a 5-bit digital to analog converter (DAC) that allows adjusting the output voltage from 1.30V to 2.05V with 50mV binary steps and from 2.10V to 3.50V with 100mV binary steps. The high precision internal reference assures the selected output voltage to be within ±1%. The high peak current gate drive affords to have fast switching to the external power mos providing low switching losses. The device assures a fast protection against load overcurrent and load overvoltage. An external SCR is triggered to crowbar the input supply in case of hard over-voltage. An internal crowbar is also used to protect the output voltage.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Power Management
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
17
File format
PDF
File size
216 KB
Published
10 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
0472D5285D0B25BAC59779929C2532E5

About this manual

The L6911D is a power supply controller designed for high-performance DC/DC conversion in high-current microprocessor applications. It features a 5-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that allows precise adjustment of the output voltage from 1.100V to 1.850V in 25mV steps, with an accuracy of ±1% over line and temperature variations.

The device operates with a supply voltage (VCC) ranging from 5V to 12V and includes a 200kHz internal oscillator that is externally adjustable from 50kHz to 1MHz. It provides TTL-compatible programmable output, voltage-mode PWM control, and fast load transient response from 0% to 100% duty cycle. Protection features include over-current protection realized using the upper MOSFET's Rds(on), over-voltage protection with an external SCR trigger, and a power good output.

What's inside

  • Description
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Pin Connection
  • Pin Function
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • VID Settings
  • Oscillator
  • Digital to Analog Converter
  • Soft Start and Inhibit
  • Applications

Specifications

Supply Voltage Range5V to 12V
Output Voltage Range1.100V to 1.850V
Output Voltage Accuracy±1%
Internal Oscillator Frequency200kHz
Adjustable Frequency Range50kHz to 1MHz
Gate Current CapabilityUp to 1.3A
Package TypeSO-20
Turn-On Vcc Threshold4.6 V
Soft Start Current10 µA
Error Amplifier DC Gain88 dB

Frequently asked questions

What is the output voltage range of the L6911D?

The output voltage can be precisely regulated from 1.100V to 1.850V with 25mV binary steps.

How is the switching frequency adjusted?

The frequency is adjustable from 50kHz to 1MHz using an external resistor (RT) connected between the RT pin and GND or VCC.

What happens during an over-current condition?

The device enters HICCUP mode, discharging the soft start capacitor.

Is the L6911D compatible with TTL logic?

Yes, the VID pins are TTL compatible inputs that are internally pulled-up.

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