Multiphase PWM Regulator for AMD Fusion™ Desktop
CPUs Using SVI 2.0
ISL6377
Features
The ISL6377 is fully compliant with AMD Fusion™ SVI 2.0 and
provides a complete solution for microprocessor and graphics
processor core power. The ISL6377 controller supports two
Voltage Regulators (VRs) with three integrated gate drivers and
three optional external drivers for maximum flexibility. The Core
VR can be configured for 4-, 3-, 2-, or 1-phase operation while the
Northbridge VR supports 2- or 1-phase configurations. The two
VRs share a serial control bus to communicate with the AMD CPU
and achieve lower cost and smaller board area compared with
two-chip solutions.
• Supports AMD SVI 2.0 Serial Data Bus Interface
• Dual Output Controller with Integrated Drivers
- Two Dedicated Core Drivers
- One Programmable Driver for Either Core or Northbridge
• Precision Voltage Regulation
- 0.5% System Accuracy Over-Temperature
- 0.5V to 1.55V in 6.25mV Steps
- Enhanced Load Line Accuracy
• Supports Multiple Current Sensing Methods
- Lossless Inductor DCR Current Sensing
- Precision Resistor Current Sensing
The PWM modulator is based on Intersil’s Robust Ripple
Regulator R3 Technology™. Compared to traditional modulators,
the R3 modulator can automatically change switching frequency
for faster transient settling time during load transients and
improved light load efficiency.
• Programmable 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-Phase for the Core Output and
1- or 2-Phase for the Northbridge Output
The ISL6377 has several other key features. Both outputs
support DCR current sensing with single NTC thermistor for
DCR temperature compensation or accurate resistor current
sensing. Both outputs utilize remote voltage sense, adjustable
switching frequency, OC protection and power good.
• Adaptive Body Diode Conduction Time Reduction
• Superior Noise Immunity and Transient Response
• Output Current and Voltage Telemetry
• Differential Remote Voltage Sensing
Applications
• AMD Fusion CPU/GPU Core Power
• High Efficiency Across Entire Load Range
• Programmable Slew Rate
• Desktop Computers
• Programmable VID Offset and Droop on Both Outputs
• Programmable Switching Frequency for Both Outputs
• Excellent Dynamic Current Balance Between Phases
• Protection: OCP/WOC, OVP, PGOOD, and Thermal Monitor
• Small Footprint 48 Ld 6x6 QFN Package
- Pb-Free (RoHS Compliant)
Core Performance
100
1.12
1.10
1.08
1.06
90
80
V
= 8V
IN
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
V
= 12V
IN
V
= 8V
IN
1.04
1.02
1.00
0.98
0.96
V
= 12V
IN
V
CORE = 1.1V
OUT
V
CORE = 1.1V
OUT
0
5
10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55
(A)
0
5
10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55
I
OUT
I
(A)
OUT
FIGURE 2. V
OUT
vs LOAD
FIGURE 1. EFFICIENCY vs LOAD
August 6, 2012
FN8336.0
CAUTION: These devices are sensitive to electrostatic discharge; follow proper IC Handling Procedures.
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