Multiphase PWM Regulator for VR12 DDR Memory
Systems
ISL6353
Features
The ISL6353 is a three-phase PWM buck regulator controller for
VR12 DDR memory applications. The multi-phase implementation
results in better system performance, superior thermal
• VR12 Serial Communications Bus
• Precision Voltage Regulation
- 5mV Steps with VID Fast/Slow Slew Rates
• Supports Two Current Sensing Methods
- Lossless Inductor DCR Current Sensing
- Precision Resistor Current Sensing
management, lower component cost and smaller PCB area.
The ISL6353 has two integrated power MOSFET drivers for
implementing a cost effective and space saving power
management solution.
• Programmable 1, 2 or 3-Phase Operation
• Adaptive Body Diode Conduction Time Reduction
• Superior Noise Immunity and Transient Response
• Pin Programmable Output Voltage and Power State Mode
The PWM modulator of the ISL6353 is based on Intersil’s Robust
Ripple Regulator™ (R ) technology. Compared with the traditional
multi-phase buck regulator, the R modulator commands variable
PWM switching frequency during load transients, achieving faster
transient response. R also naturally goes into pulse frequency
modulation operation in light load conditions to achieve higher light
load efficiency.
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• Output Current Monitor and Thermal Monitor
• Differential Remote Voltage Sensing
• High Efficiency Across Entire Load Range
• Programmable Switching Frequency
The ISL6353 is designed to be completely compliant with VR12
specifications. The ISL6353 has a serial VID (SVID) bus
communicating with the CPU. The output can be programmed for
1-, 2- or 3-phase interleaved operation. The output voltage and
power state can also be controlled independent of the serial VID
bus.
• Resistor Programmable VBOOT, Power State Operation, SVID
Address Setting, I
MAX
• Excellent Dynamic Current Balance Between Phases
• OCP/WOC, OVP, OT Alert, PGOOD
The ISL6353 has several other key features. It supports DCR
current sensing with a single NTC thermistor for DCR
temperature compensation or accurate resistor current sensing.
It also has remote voltage sense, adjustable switching frequency,
current monitor, OC/OV protection and power-good. Temperature
monitor and thermal alert is available too.
• Small Footprint 40 Ld 5x5 TQFN Package
• Pb-Free (RoHS Compliant)
Applications
• DDR Memory
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1.5V PS0
COMP
200mV/DIV
1.5V PS1 2ph CCM
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1.5V PS2 1ph DE
1.35VPS0
VDDQ = 1.5V
50mV/DIV
PHASE1/2/3
5V/DIV
1.35V PS1 2ph CCM
1.35VPS2 1ph DE
26A STEP LOAD
1V/DIV
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20µs/DIV
LOAD (A)
FIGURE 2. ISL6353EVAL1Z EFFICIENCY vs LOAD
FIGURE 1. FAST TRANSIENT RESPONSE
FN6897.0
CAUTION: These devices are sensitive to electrostatic discharge; follow proper IC Handling Procedures.
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September 15, 2011