NB681A
28V, 6.5A, Low Iq,
Synchronous Buck Converter with 2-Bit VID
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
The NB681A is a fully integrated, high-
frequency, synchronous, rectified, step-down,
switch-mode converter with 2-bit VID, especially
designed for IMVP8 applications—VCCIO,
PRIMCORE, V1.0A, EDRAM, EOPIO, and
other POLs (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V). It offers a very
compact solution to achieve a 6.5A continuous
output current and a 7.5A peak output current
over a wide input supply range.
Wide 4.5V to 28V Operating Input Range
VCCIO/PRIMCORE/EDRAM/EOPIO/V1.0A/
1.8V/2.5V/3.3V Compatible for IMVP8
Output Adjustable by 2-Bit VID
Low-Power Mode
25µA Low Quiescent Current
6.5A Continous Output Current
7.5A Peak Output Current
Selectable Ultrasonic Mode
Adaptive COT for Fast Transient
DC Auto-Tune Loop
Stable with POSCAP and Ceramic
Capacitors
The NB681A operates at high efficiency over a
wide output current load range based on MPS
proprietary switching loss reduction technology
and internal low Ron power MOSFETs.
1% Reference Voltage
Internal Soft Start
Output Discharge
OCL, OVP, UVP, and Thermal Shutdown
Latch-Off Reset via EN or Power Cycle
QFN-13 2mm x 3mm Package
Adaptive constant-on-time (COT) control mode
provides fast transient response and eases loop
stabilization. The DC auto-tune loop provides
good load and line regulation.
To avoid audible noise, the NB681A provides
low-power mode for power loss saving during
the low-power state and ultrasonic mode.
APPLICATIONS
Full protection features include OC limit, OVP,
UVP, and thermal shutdown.
Laptop Computers
Tablet PCs
Networking Systems
Servers
Personal Video Recorders
Flat Panel Televisions and Monitors
Distributed Power Systems
The converter requires a minimal number of
external components, and it is available in a
QFN-13 2mm x 3mm package.
All MPS parts are lead-free, halogen-free, and adhere to the RoHS directive. For
MPS green status, please visit the MPS website under Quality Assurance.
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Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.
TYPICAL APPLICATION
GND
LP#
150kΩ
VIN
220nF
4.5-24V
VOUT
LP# MODE BST
SW
VIN
EN
1.2μH
1.8V/6A
22μF
EN
C1
VOUT
GND
NB681A
66μF
C1
C0
PGND
AGND
3V3
PG
AGND
100kΩ
1μF
3.3V
GND
AGND
NB681A Rev. 1.02
7/28/2017
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