VQFN (RGT)-16-9 mm² 3 x 3

The LM25139-Q1 is a 42V, synchronous, buck DC/DC controller with ultra-low IQ for single-output, high-current regulator circuits. Deriving from a family of wide-VIN range automotive controllers, the device uses a peak current-mode control architecture for fast transient response, convenient loop compensation, and excellent load and line regulation performance.

A high-side switch minimum on time of 25ns provides large step-down ratios, enabling the direct conversion from 12V and 24V automotive inputs to low-voltage rails for reduced system design cost and complexity. The LM25139-Q1 continues to operate during input voltage dips as low as 4V, at nearly 100% duty cycle if needed, making the device an excellent choice for high-performance, automotive battery applications.

The LM25139-Q1 comes in a thermally enhanced, 16-pin VQFN package with wettable flank pins and an exposed pad to aid in thermal dissipation.

Several features are included to simplify compliance with CISPR 25 automotive EMI requirements. Adaptively timed, high-current MOSFET gate drivers minimize body diode conduction during switching transitions, reducing switching losses while also improving thermal and EMI performance at high input voltage and high switching frequency. Resistor-adjustable switching frequency as high as 3.2MHz can be synchronized to an external clock source to eliminate beat frequencies in noise-sensitive applications.

To further improves the EMI signature, the LM25139-Q1 controller has a unique feature known as dual random spread spectrum (DRSS). Combining low-frequency triangular and high-frequency random modulations mitigates EMI disturbances across lower and higher frequency bands, respectively. This hybrid technique aligns with the multiple resolution bandwidth (RBW) settings specified in industry-standard EMC tests.

Additional features of the LM25139-Q1 include –40°C to 150°C junction temperature operation, user-selectable PFM mode for lower current consumption at light-load conditions, open-drain power-good indicator for fault reporting and output monitoring, precision enable input, monotonic start-up into prebiased load, integrated VCC bias supply regulator and bootstrap diode, internal 3ms soft-start time, hiccup-mode overload protection, and thermal shutdown protection with automatic recovery.

The LM25139-Q1 controller is qualified to AEC-Q100 grade 1 for automotive applications. The wide input voltage range, low quiescent current consumption, high-temperature operation, low minimum on-time, low EMI signature, low component count, and 9mm2 IC size provide an excellent point-of-load regulator choice for applications requiring enhanced robustness and cost advantages.