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National Semiconductor - LP3905 Power Management Unit for Low Power Handheld Applications Data Handbook Specification User Manual

Summary

The LP3905 is a highly efficient, multi-functional Power Management Unit designed specifically for low-power handheld embedded applications. This versatile IC integrates two 600mA DC/DC buck regulators and two linear regulators, providing customized power options ranging from primary processors to peripherals. Ideal for developing portable devices that require reliable voltage regulation (1.5V–3.3V) and high energy efficiency. The datasheet covers detailed specifications, application circuits, pinout descriptions, and ordering information required for electrical design engineers building robust, low-power electronic systems.

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LP ow er anagem ent nit For Low ow er andheld pplications

LP3905 Power Management Unit For Low Power Handheld Applications General Description Key Specifications LP3905 is multi-functional Power Management Unit, Buck Regulators optimized for low power handheld applications. This device

Fixed and adjustable voltage options, range 1.0V to

integrates two 600m A DC/DC buck regulators and two

150m A linear regulators. Fixed and adjustable buck output

Up to 90% Efficiency

versions are available. The LP3905 additionally features two

Auto-switching PFM-PWM mode and fixed PWM mode

enable pins for the device output control and is offered in an

2MHz PWM fixed switching frequency (Typ)

LLP package.

600m A output current ±4% output voltage accuracy over temp.

Features

Internal softstart

Two buck regulators for powering high current processor

2.2µH inductor, 10µF Input and 10µF output Caps

functions or peripheral devices

Linear Regulators

Two linear regulators for powering internal processor

functions and I/Os Output options in the range 1.5V to 3.3V One enable pin for Buck1 and Linear Regulators 13.5µVrms output voltage noise Separate enable pin for Buck2 PSRR 70d B 1k Hz Thermal and current overload protection ±3% output voltage accuracy over full line and load regulation

Small 14–Pin LLP package (4mm 4mm 0.8mm)

0m A to 150m A output current Applications Cin 1.0µF, Cout 0.47µF for 100m A O/P Cin 1.0µF, Cout 1.0µF for 150m A O/P

Baseband Processors

80m V Dropout voltage

Peripheral Processor (Video, Audio)

Fixed output voltage devices can be customized to fit

I/O Power

system requirements. Please contact National Semiconduc-

FPGA Power

tor Sales Office.

Typical Application Circuit

FIGURE 1. Typical Application Circuit Pin LLP Package

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Page 1 August LP ow er anagem ent nit For Low ow er andheld pplications LP3905 Power Management Unit For Low Power Handheld Applications General Description Key Specifications LP3905 is multi-functional Powe...
Page 2 Block Diagram FIGURE 2. Simplified Functional Diagram Connection Diagram FIGURE 3. Pin LLP Package www.national.com
Page 3 Connection Diagram (Continued) LP Pin Descriptions Pin Name Description EN2 Enable Pin for Buck2 TGND Ground Pin LDO2 LDO2 Output Pin VIN2 Input Power Terminal to LDO1 LDO1 LDO1 Output Pin GND LDO1 Gr...
Page 4 Absolute Maximum Ratings (Note 1) Operating Ratings (Notes 1, 2) If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, LP VIN1 (Buck1&2 Input 3V to 5.5V please contact the National Semiconductor S...
Page 5 General Electrical Characteristics (Notes 2, 8, 9) (Continued) LP Buck Regulator Electrical Characteristics Buck have current rating of Imax= 600m A. Unless otherwise specified, limits are set with VI...
Page 6 General Electrical Characteristics (Notes 2, 8, 9) (Continued) LDO Regulator Electrical Characteristics (Continued) The linear regulators have current rating of Imax= 150m A with COUT 1.0µF. 100m A ra...
Page 7 Typical Application Circuit LP FIGURE 5. Typical Application Circuit For Adjustable Device enabled, EN1 will turn on Buck1, LDO1 and LDO2. EN2 can Functional Description independently be used to enabl...
Page 8 Functional Description (Continued) DC/DC BUCK REGULATORS consumption and longer battery life. Shutdown mode turns off the device, offering the lowest current consumption The LP3905 Buck regulators are...
Page 9 Functional Description PFM OPERATION (Continued) LP At very light loads, the converters enters PFM mode and rectifier at the SW pin to low-pass filter formed by the operate with reduced switching freq...
Page 10 Functional Description PWM mode. When VIN =2.8V the part transitions from PWM (Continued) to PFM mode at output current and from PFM to ~85m A LP the cycle repeats to restore the output voltage (avera...
Page 11 around 200kΩ to keep the current drawn through the resistor Application Information network well below the 16µA quiescent current level (PFM mode) but large enough that it is not susceptible to noise....
Page 12 Application Information Note that the output voltage ripple is dependent on the (Continued) inductor current ripple and the equivalent series resistance Buck DC/DC Convertor Input Capacitor Selection ...
Page 13 Application Information be guaranteed by the manufacturer to have surge current (Continued) rating sufficient for the application. There are no require- LP The ceramic capacitor’s capacitance can vary...
Page 14 reduces ground-plane noise by preventing the switching LP3905 Board Layout currents from circulating through the ground plane. It Considerations LP also reduces ground bounce at the LP3905 by giving i...
Page 15 Physical Dimensions inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted LP ow er anagem ent nit For Low ow er andheld pplications Pin LLP Package NS Package Number SDA14B National does not assume any responsi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the general application of the LP3905?

It is a multi-functional Power Management Unit optimized for low power handheld applications.

How many types of regulators are integrated into the chip?

It integrates two 600mA DC/DC buck regulators and two 3.3V * 150mA linear regulators.

What is the recommended maximum operating temperature range?

The Ambient Temperature (T) range is -40°C to +85°C.

How can I specify fixed or adjustable outputs?

You must check the Ordering Information and select the appropriate suffix (-00 for fixed, -30 for PWM Fixed, etc.).