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MAX20412
Automotive Low-Voltage, 2-Channel
Step-Down Controller
General Description
Benefits and Features
● 2-Channel, High-Efficiency DC-DC Controller in a
The MAX20412 is a dual-output, high-efficiency, synchro-
nous step-down controller IC that operates with a 3.0V to
5.5V input voltage range and provides a 0.25V to 1.275V
output voltage range. The controller architecture enables
up to 30A of load current per phase. Channel one has an
option to operate with two phases to deliver higher load
current, making this device ideal for automotive point-of-
load (PoL) and post-regulation applications.
Small Solution Size
• 3.0V to 5.5V Operating Supply Voltage
• OUT1 Supports 60A (with Two Phases)
• OUT2 Supports 30A
● High-Precision Regulator for Applications Processors
• ±2% Output-Voltage Accuracy
• Differential Remote-Voltage Sensing
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• I C-Controlled Output Voltage: 0.25V to 1.275V in
The IC achieves ±2% output error over load, line, and
temperature ranges. The IC features a 2.2MHz/1.1MHz
fixed-frequency PWM mode for better noise immunity
and load-transient response, and a pulse-frequency
modulation mode (skip) for increased efficiency during
light-load operation. The 2.2MHz frequency operation
allows the use of all-ceramic capacitors and minimizes
externalcomponents.Theprogrammablespread-spectrum
frequency modulation minimizes radiated electromagnetic
emissions.
6.25mV Steps
• Excellent Load-Transient Performance
• Programmable Compensation
● Low-Noise Features Reduce EMI
• 2.2MHz or 1.1MHz Operation
• Spread-Spectrum Option
• Frequency-Synchronization Input/Output
• Current-Mode, Forced-PWM, and Skip Operation
● Robust for the Automotive Environment
• Individual Enable Inputs and PGOOD Outputs
The MAX20412 is offered with factory-preset output
voltages (see the Selector Guide for options). The I C
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• Low R
External MOSFETs
DS(ON)
• Overtemperature and Short-Circuit Protection
• 32-Pin (5mm x 5mm) TQFN with Exposed Pad
• -40°C to +125°C Operating Temperature Range
• AECQ-100 Qualified
interface supports dynamic voltage adjustment with pro-
grammable slew rates for each channel. Other features
include programmable soft-start, overcurrent, and over-
temperature protections.
Applications
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
● Automotive
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