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RICOH R1242S Series Data Sheet

Summary

The R1242S Series is a high-efficiency, CMOS PWM step-down DC/DC converter designed for stable power management from 5V to 30V. Featuring 3A output and integrated soft start and protection circuits (latch/fold-back), this module simplifies the design of complex power supplies by requiring minimal external components. This guide provides comprehensive specifications, application circuitry diagrams, and selection details necessary for engineers building reliable power solutions. Ideal for portable electronics, digital home appliances, communication gear, and office automation equipment.

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R1242S Series

3A∗ 30V Input PWM Step-down DC/DC Converter with Synch. Rectifier Ext. Low-side Tr.

The R1242S Series are 30V input, CMOS-based PWM step-down DC/DC converters featuring 3A∗ output current. R1242S includes a soft start circuit and a latch or fold-back protection circuit. By simply using an inductor, resistors, a low side switch (FET), and capacitors as external components, a high-efficiency step-down DC/DC converter can be easily configured. Due to current mode PWM control, the R1242S provides a fast response and high efficiency. Ceramic output capacitors can be used.

FEATURES • Supply Current (IDD) ························Typ. 0.8m A (VIN=30V, SET VFB=1.0V) • Soft Start Time (tstart) ·······················Typ. 0.5ms • Standby Current (Istandby) ·················Max. 20μA (VIN=30V, CE="L") • High Side Switch Limit Current ·······Typ. 4.5A • Input Voltage Range (VIN) ···············5.0V to 30.0V • Thermal Shutdown Circuit ··············Stops at 160°C • Output Voltage Range (VOUT)··········0.8V to 15.0V (externally adjustable) • Latch Protection Circuit···················Delay time for protection (Feedback voltage : 0.8V) Typ. 5ms (A/C/E/G Version) • Feedback Voltage Accuracy ···········± 12m V • Fold-back Protection Circuit············Fold-back frequency • Output Current (IOUT)·······················3A∗ fosc × 1/4 (B Version), • Oscillator Frequency (fosc)···············Select from 330k Hz to 1MHz with an external 83k Hz (D Version), resistor (A/B Version), 125k Hz (F Version), 330k Hz (C/D), 500k Hz (E/F), or 1MHz (G/H) 250k Hz (H Version) • Oscillator Maximum Duty Cycle (Maxduty) ···Typ. 88% • Package··········································HSOP-8E • UVLO Detect Voltage (VUVLO) ·········Typ. 3.6V

∗) This is an approximate value, because output current depending on conditions and external parts.

BLOCK DIAGRAM TYPICAL APPLICATION

R1242S001A R1242S001A/B Efficiency vs. Output Current

Thermal Shutdown VIN

R1 VIN BST

5V 50kΩCSPD CBST

CE UVLO Regulator Regulator CIN

VOUT=3.3V

ffi ci en cy BST

Shutdown

SETPULSE L4.7μH

D S COUT

RT OSC

LX EXT

VFB MAXDUTY

GND CE

at short 1000k Hz GND "H"active

Soft Start

0.8V (Recommendation)

Current Slope Limit Latch

CSPD: Speed-up capacitor Peak Current Limit Shutdown CIN, COUT: Ceramic capacitors can be used. CBST: Bootstrap Capacitor R1, R2: Resistors for setting output voltage

SELECTION GUIDE

.C. : 330k Hz, Latch type

Halogen Free Package Q'ty per Reel Part No.

.D. : 330k Hz, Fold-back type

HSOP-8E 1,000 pcs R1242S001.∗ -E2-FE .E. : 500k Hz, Latch type

.F.. : 500k Hz, Fold-back type

.∗ : Specify a combination of the oscillator frequency and the protection circuit.

.G. : 1MHz, Latch type

.A. : Oscillator Frequency adjustable, Latch type

.H. : 1MHz, Fold-back type

.B. : Oscillator Frequency adjustable, Fold-back type

PACKAGE TYPICAL CHARACTERISTIC

HSOP-8E R1242S Efficiency vs. Output Current

VOUT=3.3V, fosc=500k Hz

Top View Bottom View

1 CE (Synchronous rectification)

2 EXT 3 BST 4 VIN 5 Lx

4 2 1 3 1 3 4 2 VIN=5V

6 GND

VIN=9V VIN=12V

∗) The tab is substrate level (GND). 7 VFB

VIN=24V

∗2) The TEST pin connected to the GND level or VIN=30V

8 RT or TEST∗2

should be open.

Output Current IOUT (m A)

APPLICATIONS • Power source for digital home appliances such as digital TVs and DVD players • Power source for hand-held communication equipment, cameras, and VCRs • Power source for office automation equipment such as printers and fax machines • Power source for battery-powered equipment No.EK-191-111001 Step-down DC/DC Converter

Page Summary Contents For RICOH R1242S Series Data Sheet

Page 1 R1242S Series 3A∗ 30V Input PWM Step-down DC/DC Converter with Synch. Rectifier Ext. Low-side Tr. The R1242S Series are 30V input, CMOS-based PWM step-down DC/DC converters featuring 3A∗ output curren...
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the required input voltage range for the R1242S Series converter?

The Input Voltage Range (VIN) is 5.0V to 30.0V.

Does this DC/DC converter offer protection features?

Yes, it includes Thermal Shutdown (at 160°C), Latch Protection Circuit, and Fold-back Protection Circuit.

How can I adjust the output voltage?

The Output Voltage Range (VOUT) is from 0.8V to 15.0V and is externally adjustable using resistors R1 and R2.

What types of capacitors are recommended for use?

Ceramic output capacitors can be used for CIN and COUT.