LM21215MHX/NOPB Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Other) In Stock
Texas Instruments LM21215MHX/NOPB is a synchronous step-down DC-DC converter accepting 2.95 V to 5.5 V input and delivering up to 15 A output current with adjustable output from 0.6 V to 5.5 V. It uses voltage-mode PWM control in a 20-pin HTSSOP EP package. Available with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 21
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- LM21215MHX/NOPB Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- High-current synchronous buck converter delivering up to 15 A continuous output current from a 2.95 V to 5.5 V input supply
- Adjustable output voltage from 0.6 V to 5.5 V using voltage-mode PWM control, covering a wide range of digital core and I/O rail requirements
- Compact 20-pin HTSSOP exposed-pad package with integrated power switches, minimizing external component count for space-constrained power stages
Applications
The LM21215MHX/NOPB is designed for point-of-load power conversion on high-density server blades, FPGA and DSP boards, and network switching equipment where 15 A at sub-1 V core voltages is required from a 5 V bus. Its adjustable 0.6 V to 5.5 V output allows a single design to power both processor core rails and peripheral I/O rails. The synchronous topology delivers high efficiency across load transients typical in data-center applications.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Additional Feature | ADJUSTABLE OUTPUT MODE FROM 0.6 TO 5.555 VOLT |
| Analog IC - Other Type | SWITCHING REGULATOR |
| Control Mode | VOLTAGE-MODE |
| Control Technique | PULSE WIDTH MODULATION |
| Input Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 2.95V |
| Input Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Output Current-Max | 15A |
| Output Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Output Voltage-Min | 0.6V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Switcher Configuration | BUCK |
| Switching Frequency-Max | 500kHz |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum output current of the LM21215MHX/NOPB and at what input voltage does it achieve it?
The LM21215MHX/NOPB delivers up to 15 A continuous output current when supplied from 2.95 V to 5.5 V input. Peak efficiency is typically achieved near 5 V input with an output set between 1 V and 3.3 V, making it a strong candidate for FPGA core and DDR memory rail designs.
How low can the output voltage be set on the LM21215MHX/NOPB, and which processor core rails does that cover?
The output is adjustable down to 0.6 V via an external resistor divider, which covers sub-1 V core voltages demanded by modern FPGAs and ARM Cortex processors. Combined with the 15 A current rating, this allows powering core rails as low as 0.9 V for high-performance compute silicon.
How does voltage-mode PWM control in the LM21215MHX/NOPB compare to current-mode control for transient response?
Voltage-mode PWM control in the LM21215MHX/NOPB responds to output voltage deviations with a fixed switching frequency, providing predictable EMI spectrum and simpler compensation design. While current-mode offers faster cycle-by-cycle limiting, voltage-mode with a type-III compensator can achieve load-step response within a few microseconds at 15 A, which is sufficient for most digital-load applications.
What package does the LM21215MHX/NOPB use and how does the exposed pad affect thermal management?
It uses a 20-pin HTSSOP package with an exposed thermal pad on the underside, allowing direct soldering to a PCB copper pour. This reduces junction-to-board thermal resistance to approximately 5 °C/W to 8 °C/W with proper via stitching, enabling the 15 A rating to be sustained without external heatsinks in typical server and networking environments.
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