TPS54231DR

The TPS54231DR is a high-efficiency, step-down (buck) voltage regulator from Texas Instruments designed for converting higher input voltages to lower, stable output voltages. It is optimized for applications requiring a compact design and efficient power conversion. Here’s a detailed description of its key features and applications:

Key Features:

• High Efficiency: Provides high efficiency, typically up to 95%, which reduces power loss and extends battery life in portable devices.
• Wide Input Voltage Range: Operates with a wide input voltage range from 4.5V to 60V, making it suitable for various power supply scenarios.
• Adjustable Output Voltage: Supports an adjustable output voltage range from 0.8V to 10V, allowing for flexible design and precise regulation.
• High Current Capability: Capable of delivering up to 3A of continuous output current, making it suitable for powering high-current loads.
• Integrated Features:
  • Overcurrent Protection: Includes overcurrent protection to safeguard the device and connected components from excessive current.
  • Thermal Shutdown: Features thermal shutdown to prevent overheating and ensure reliable operation.
  • Switching Frequency: Operates at a fixed frequency of 340 kHz, which helps in designing with predictable performance and minimal external components.
• Compact Package: Housed in a 10-pin HTSSOP (Heat Slug) package, which is ideal for space-constrained designs and provides effective thermal management.

Typical Applications:

• Industrial Equipment: Used in industrial control systems where reliable and efficient power conversion is crucial.
• Consumer Electronics: Ideal for powering various consumer electronics devices with high efficiency and compact design.
• Automotive Systems: Applied in automotive electronics for stable and efficient power regulation in various subsystems.
• Telecommunications: Suitable for telecommunications equipment that requires efficient power delivery and thermal management.

The TPS54231DR is valued for its high efficiency, wide input voltage range, and robust protection features, making it a versatile choice for a range of power supply and regulation applications.