Ricoh RP500x Series Data Manual (Part 1) User Guide
Summary
This high-efficiency RP500x DC/DC step-down converter provides reliable low-power voltage regulation for portable electronics. Designed with synchronous rectification, it features auto-switching PWM/VFM modes and included protections like UVLO and soft start. The manual details technical specifications, various package options (WLCSP, DFN), and application integration guides. Ideal for engineers building battery-powered equipment, communication devices, cameras, and compact storage solutions requiring stable power delivery in the 1.1V to 3.3V range.
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RP500x Series
600m A∗ PWM/VFM Step-down DC/DC Converter with Synchronous Rectifier
The RP500x Series are low supply current CMOS-based PWM/VFM step-down DC/DC converters with synchronous rectifier. RP500x can be selected from two control types - fixed PWM control or PWM/VFM auto switching control in which mode automatically switches to high-efficiency VFM mode in low output current. RP500x includes a soft start circuit, an under-voltage lockout circuit (UVLO), and a latch protection circuit. By simply using an inductor and capacitors as external components, a high-efficiency step-down DC/DC converter can be easily configured.
FEATURES • Supply Current (IDD1)·······················Typ. 400μA (VIN=VCE=5.5V, VOUT=0V) • UVLO Detect Voltage (VUVLO) ·············Typ. 2.2V • Supply Current (IDD2)·······················Typ. 100μA (VIN=VCE=VOUT=5.5V) • Soft Start Time (tstart)························Typ. 0.12ms • Standby Current (Istandby)··················Max. 5μA (VIN=5.5V, CE="L") • Coil-current Limit Circuit ·················Current limit Typ. 900m A • Input Voltage Range (VIN) ···············2.55V to 5.5V • Latch Protection Circuit ··················Delay time for protection Typ. 1.5ms • Output Voltage Range (VOUT)··········1.1V to 3.3V (internally fixed) • Auto-Discharge Function················ 3, 4 Version • Output Voltage Accuracy ················± 1.5% • Packages········································WLCSP-6-P2, DFN1616-6, • Output Current (IOUT)·······················600m A∗ DFN(PLP)1820-6, SOT-23-6W • Oscillator Frequency (fosc)···············1.2MHz • Ceramic capacitors can be used ····CIN=COUT=10μF or more • Oscillator Maximum Duty Cycle (Maxduty) ··Min. 100%
∗)This is an approximate value, because output current depending on conditions and external parts.
BLOCK DIAGRAM TYPICAL APPLICATION
RP500x RP500x
VIN VOUT
VIN LX
Chip Ramp Current
CE 4.7μH
Enable Compensation Feedback
∗1 CIN COUT
OSC Current CE VOUT
Protection LX
ffi ci en cy
Vref PWM Switching PGNDAGND
Control Control
Soft Start VOUT
L : VLF3010AT-4R7MR30 CIN, COUT : C2012JB0J106 (TDK)
∗1) This block does not exist in xx2A/xx4A ∗2) This block does not exist in xx1A/xx2A
SELECTION GUIDES
.xx. : Specify the output voltage within the range of
Halogen Free Package Q'ty per Reel Part No.
1.1V (.11.) to 3.3V (.33.) in 0.1V steps.
WLCSP-6-P2 5,000 pcs RP500Z .xx∗ A-E2-F
.∗ . : Select from (.1.) PWM/VFM auto switching, without auto-discharge function,
DFN1616-6 5,000 pcs RP500L .xx∗ A-TR
(.2.) Fixed PWM, without auto-discharge function,
DFN(PLP)1820-6 5,000 pcs RP500K .xx∗ A-TR (.3.) PWM/VFM auto switching, with auto-discharge function or
SOT-23-6W 3,000 pcs RP500N .xx∗ A-TR-FE (.4.) Fixed PWM, with auto-discharge function. (RP500Kxx3A does not exist.)
PACKAGES (Top View) TYPICAL CHARACTERISTIC
WLCSP-6-P2 DFN1616-6 DFN(PLP)1820-6 SOT-23-6W RP500x331A/333A Efficiency vs. Output Current
1 VOUT 1 CE 1 CE 1 VOUT 2 PGND 2 AGND 2 AGND 2 PGND VIN=4.3V
3 LX 3 VIN 3 VIN 3 LX VIN=5V
4 VIN 4 LX 4 LX 4 VIN 5 AGND 5 PGND 5 PGND 5 AGND 6 CE 6 VOUT 6 VOUT 6 CE
Output Current IOUT (m A)
∗) The tab is substrate level (GND).
APPLICATIONS • Power source for battery-powered equipment • Power source for hand-held communication equipment, cameras, and VCRs • Power source for compact HDD No.EK-155-111001 Step-down DC/DC Converter
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Manual Details
| Brand | Ricoh |
|---|---|
| Pages | 2 |
| File Size | 249.54 KB |
| Published | June 01, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum output current (IOUT) of the converter?
The maximum rated output current is 600mA.
Are external components required for configuration?
Yes, you must use an inductor and capacitors to configure a high-efficiency step-down DC/DC converter.
What operational modes can the RP500x handle?
It offers fixed PWM control or automated PWM/VFM auto switching control.
What is the acceptable input voltage range (VIN)?
The device accepts an input voltage range of 2.55V to 5.5V.