JAJSQU2A August 2023 – October 2023 TPS25983
PRODUCTION DATA
The TPS25983 device is a smart eFuse with integrated power switch that is used to manage load voltage and load current. The device starts operation by monitoring the IN bus. When VIN is above the Undervoltage Protection threshold (VUVP), the device samples the EN/UVLO pin. A high level on this pin enables the internal MOSFET to start conducting and allows current to flow from IN to OUT. When EN/UVLO is held low, the internal MOSFET is turned off.
After a successful start-up sequence, the device actively monitors load current, input voltage, and controls the internal FET to make sure that the user adjustable overcurrent protection threshold (ILIM) is not exceeded and overvoltage spikes are cut-off after spikes cross the user adjustable overvoltage lockout threshold. The device also provides fast protection against severe overcurrent during short-circuit events. This feature keeps the system safe from harmful levels of voltage and current. At the same time, a user-adjustable overcurrent blanking timer allows the system to pass moderate transient peaks in the load current profile without tripping the eFuse. This feature provides a robust protection solution against real faults which is also immune to transients, thereby maintaining maximum system uptime.
The device also relies on a built-in thermal sense circuit to shut down and protect itself in case the device internal temperature (TJ) exceeds the safe operating conditions.