SLVSGV4A October   2022  – March 2023 TPS62992-Q1

PRODUCTION DATA  

  1. 1 Features
  2. 2 Applications
  3. 3 Description
  4. 4 Revision History
  5. 5 Device Comparison Table
  6. 6 Pin Configuration and Functions
  7. 7 Specifications
    1. 7.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
    2. 7.2 ESD Ratings
    3. 7.3 Recommended Operating Conditions
    4. 7.4 Thermal Information
    5. 7.5 Electrical Characteristics
    6. 7.6 Typical Characteristics
  8. 8 Detailed Description
    1. 8.1 Overview
    2. 8.2 Functional Block Diagram
    3. 8.3 Feature Description
      1. 8.3.1  Mode Selection and Device Configuration MODE/S-CONF
      2. 8.3.2  Adjustable VO Operation (External Voltage Divider)
      3. 8.3.3  Selectable VO Operation (VSET and Internal Voltage Divider)
      4. 8.3.4  Soft Start and Tracking (SS/TR)
        1. 8.3.4.1 Tracking Function
      5. 8.3.5  Smart Enable with Precise Threshold
      6. 8.3.6  Power Good (PG)
      7. 8.3.7  Output Discharge Function
      8. 8.3.8  Undervoltage Lockout (UVLO)
      9. 8.3.9  Current Limit and Short-Circuit Protection
      10. 8.3.10 High Temperature Specifications
      11. 8.3.11 Thermal Shutdown
    4. 8.4 Device Functional Modes
      1. 8.4.1 Forced Pulse Width Modulation (FPWM) Operation
      2. 8.4.2 Power Save Mode Operation (Auto PFM and PWM)
      3. 8.4.3 AEE (Automatic Efficiency Enhancement)
      4. 8.4.4 100% Duty-Cycle Operation
      5. 8.4.5 Starting into a Prebiased Load
  9. 9 Application and Implementation
    1. 9.1 Application Information
    2. 9.2 Typical Application with Adjustable Output Voltage
      1. 9.2.1 Design Requirements
      2. 9.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
        1. 9.2.2.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools
        2. 9.2.2.2 Programming the Output Voltage
        3. 9.2.2.3 External Component Selection
          1. 9.2.2.3.1 Output Filter and Loop Stability
          2. 9.2.2.3.2 Inductor Selection
          3. 9.2.2.3.3 Capacitor Selection
            1. 9.2.2.3.3.1 Output Capacitor
            2. 9.2.2.3.3.2 Input Capacitor
            3. 9.2.2.3.3.3 Soft-Start Capacitor
      3. 9.2.3 Application Curves
        1. 9.2.3.1 Application Curves Vout = 1.8 V
        2. 9.2.3.2 Application Curves Vout = 1.2 V
        3. 9.2.3.3 Application Curves Vout = 0.6 V
    3. 9.3 Typical Application with Selectable VOUT using VSET
      1. 9.3.1 Design Requirements
      2. 9.3.2 Detailed Design Procedure
        1. 9.3.2.1 Programming the Output Voltage
      3. 9.3.3 Application Curves
        1. 9.3.3.1 Application Curves Vout = 5 V
        2. 9.3.3.2 Application Curves Vout = 3.3 V
    4. 9.4 System Examples
      1. 9.4.1 LED Power Supply
      2. 9.4.2 Powering Multiple Loads
      3. 9.4.3 Voltage Tracking
      4. 9.4.4 Inverting Buck-Boost (IBB)
    5. 9.5 Power Supply Recommendations
    6. 9.6 Layout
      1. 9.6.1 Layout Guidelines
      2. 9.6.2 Layout Example
      3. 9.6.3 Thermal Considerations
  10. 10Device and Documentation Support
    1. 10.1 Device Support
      1. 10.1.1 Third-Party Products Disclaimer
      2. 10.1.2 Development Support
        1. 10.1.2.1 Custom Design With WEBENCH® Tools
    2. 10.2 Documentation Support
      1. 10.2.1 Related Documentation
    3. 10.3 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates
    4. 10.4 Support Resources
    5. 10.5 Trademarks
    6. 10.6 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
    7. 10.7 Glossary
  11. 11Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information

Package Options

Mechanical Data (Package|Pins)
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Orderable Information
9.2.2.3.2 Inductor Selection

The TPS62992-Q1 is designed for a nominal 1-µH inductor. Larger values can be used to achieve a lower inductor current ripple, but they can have a negative impact on efficiency and transient response. Smaller values than 1 µH cause a larger inductor current ripple, which causes larger negative inductor current in forced PWM mode at low or no output current. Therefore, TI does not recommend them at large voltages across the inductor as it is the case for high input voltages and low output voltages. Low-output current in forced PWM mode causes a larger negative inductor current peak, which can exceed the negative current limit. At low or no output current and small inductor values, the output voltage cannot be regulated any more. More detailed information on further LC combinations can be found in the Optimizing the TPS62130/40/50/60 Output Filter application report.

The inductor selection is affected by several factors like inductor ripple current, output ripple voltage, PWM-to-PFM transition point, and efficiency. In addition, the inductor selected has to be rated for appropriate saturation current and DC resistance (DCR). Equation 15 calculates the maximum inductor current.

Equation 15. I L ( M A X ) = I O U T ( M A X ) + ∆ I L ( M A X ) 2
Equation 16. ∆ I L ( M A X ) = V O U T × 1   -   V O U T V I N ( M A X ) L ( M I N )   ×   f S W

where

  • IL(max) is the maximum inductor current.
  • ΔIL(max) is the maximum peak-to-peak inductor ripple current.
  • L(min) is the minimum effective inductor value.
  • fsw is the actual PWM switching frequency.
  • VOUT is the output voltage.
  • VIN(max) is the maximum expected output voltage.

Calculating the maximum inductor current using the actual operating conditions gives the needed minimum saturation current of the inductor. TI recommends to add a margin of about 20%. A larger inductor value is also useful to get lower ripple current, but increases the transient response time and size as well. The following inductors have been used with the TPS62992-Q1 and are recommended for use:

Table 9-4 List of Inductors
Type Inductance [µH] Current [A](1) Dimensions [L × B × H] mm Manufacturer
XGL4020-102ME 1.0 µH, ±20% 8.8 4.0 × 4.0 × 2.1 Coilcraft
XGL4020-222ME 2.2 μH, ±20% 6.2 4.0 × 4.0 × 2.1 Coilcraft
(1) ISAT at 30% drop

The inductor value also determines the load current at which power save mode is entered:

Equation 17. I L o a d ( P S M ) = 1 2 × ∆ I L