SLVSFS5A October 2021 – November 2021 TPSM63603
PRODUCTION DATA
The TPSM63603 is protected from overcurrent conditions using cycle-by-cycle current limiting of the peak inductor current. The current is compared every switching cycle to the current limit threshold. During an overcurrent condition, the output voltage decreases.
The TPSM63603 employs hiccup overcurrent protection if there is an extreme overload. In hiccup mode, the regulator is shut down and kept off for 80 ms (typical) before the TPSM63603 tries to start again. If an overcurrent or short-circuit fault condition still exists, hiccup repeats until the fault condition is removed. Hiccup mode reduces power dissipation under severe overcurrent conditions, and prevents overheating and potential damage to the device. Once the fault is removed, the module automatically recovers and returns to normal operation.