ADP1621 Constant-Frequency, Current-Mode Step-Up DC-to-DC Controller

The ADP1621 is a fixed-frequency, pulse-width modulation (PWM), current-mode, step-up converter controller. It drives an external n-channel MOSFET to convert the input voltage to a higher output voltage. The ADP1621 can also be used to drive flyback, SEPIC, and forward converter topologies, either isolated or nonisolated.

The ADP1621 eliminates the use of a current-sense power resistor by measuring the voltage drop across the on resistance of the n-channel MOSFET. This technique, allowed up to a maximum voltage of 30 V at the switch node, maximizes efficiency and reduces cost. For switch-node voltages higher than 30 V or for more accurate current limiting, the CS pin can be connected to a current-sense resistor in the source of the MOSFET. The slope compensation is implemented by an external resistor, allowing a wide range of external components (inductors and MOSFETs), and can be chosen for various switching frequencies and input and output voltages.

The ADP1621 supply input voltage range is 2.9 V to 5.5 V, although higher input voltages are possible with the use of a small-signal NPN pass transistor or a single resistor. The voltage of the power input can be as low as 1 V for fuel cell applications. The switching frequency is set by an external resistor over a range of 100 kHz to 1.5 MHz and can be synchronized to an external clock by using the SDSN pin. The shutdown quiescent current is less than 10 μA. The ADP1621 has a thermal shutdown feature that shuts down the gate driver when the junction temperature reaches approximately 150°C. The internal soft start circuit limits inrush current at startup. The ADP1621 is available in the 10-lead MSOP lead-free package and is specified over the −40°C to +125°C junction temperature range.

Applications
  • APD bias
  • Portable electronic equipment
  • Isolated dc-to-dc converter
  • Step-up/step-down dc-to-dc converter
  • LED driver for laptop computer and navigation system
  • LCD backlighting
Features and Benefits
  • 92% efficiency (no sense resistor required)
  • ±1.0% initial accuracy
  • IC supply voltage range: 2.9 V to 5.5 V
  • Power-input voltage as low as 1.0 V
  • Capable of high supply input voltage (>5.5 V) with an external NPN or a resistor
  • VIN UVLO and 35 mA shunt regulator
  • External slope compensation with 1 resistor
  • Programmable operating frequency (100 kHz to 1.5 MHz) with 1 resistor
  • Lossless current sensing for switch-node voltage <30 V
  • Resistor current sensing for switch-node voltage >30 V
  • Synchronizable to external clock
  • Current-mode operation for excellent line and load transient responses
  • Power Management
    Design Tools
    Reference Designs
    Data Sheets
    Documentnote
    ADP1621: Constant-Frequency, Current-Mode Step-Up DC/DC Controller Data Sheet (Rev. D)PDF 769.85 K
    Application Notes
    Documentnote
    AN-1316: Generating Multiple Isolated Bias Rails for IGBT Motor Drives with Flyback, SEPIC, and Ćuk Combination (Rev. 0)PDF 522.41 K
    AN-1126: More Boost with Less Stress: the SEPIC Multiplied Boost Converter (Rev. 0)PDF 330 kB
    Order Information
    Part NumberPackagePacking QtyTemp RangePrice 100-499Price 1000+RoHS
    ADP1621ARMZ-R7 Production10 ld MSOPREEL 1000-40 to 125C01.32Y
    Evaluation Boards
    Part NumberDescriptionPriceRoHS
    AD-FMCMOTCON2-EBZEvaluation Board999Y
    ADP1621-EVALZEvaluation Board60.72Y
    EV-MCS-ISOINVEP-ZIsolated Inverter Evaluation Board – Enhanced Protection1495Y
    EV-MCS-ISOINV-ZIsolated Inverter Evaluation Board1495Y
    Reference Materials
    ADP1621:恒频电流模式升压 DC/DC控制器 (Rev. D) adp1621
    ADP1621: Constant-Frequency, Current-Mode Step-Up DC/DC Controller Data Sheet (Rev. D) adp1621
    ADP1621 Coupled-SEPIC Design Tool adp1621
    ADP1621 Cuk Design Tool adp1621
    ADP1621 Boost Regulator Design Tool adp1621
    CN0342 设计与集成文件 adp1621
    CN0328 设计与集成文件 adg759
    AN-1316: 利用反激、 SEPIC 和 Ćuk 组合为 IGBT 电机驱动产生多个隔离偏置轨 (Rev. 0) adp1621
    AN-1316: Generating Multiple Isolated Bias Rails for IGBT Motor Drives with Flyback, SEPIC, and Ćuk Combination (Rev. 0) ad7403
    AN-1126: More Boost with Less Stress: the SEPIC Multiplied Boost Converter (Rev. 0) adp1612
    AN-1126:在减少应力的同时获得更大升压:SEPIC乘法升压转换器 (Rev. 0) adp1612
    ADP1621 ±15V Dual-Output SEPIC-Cuk adp1621
    ADP1621 28V Boost adp1621
    PRD1205: Quasi-Isolated Flyback adp1621
    CN0328:完全隔离式 4 通道多路复用 HART 模拟输出电路 adg759
    设计开关电源中使用的二级输出滤波器 adp1621