TPS54526PWPIn StockTexas Instruments
The TPS54526PWP is a 3A synchronous step-down DC-DC converter from Texas Instruments, featuring voltage-mode PWM control with adjustable output from 0.76V to 5.5V and 4.5V–18V input range. From $1.565, in stock worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 15
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TPS54526PWP Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.5650(MOQ 90)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 3A synchronous step-down converter with high efficiency for compact power designs
- Wide input voltage range: 4.5V to 18V, suitable for 5V and 12V bus systems
- Adjustable output voltage from 0.76V to 5.5V via external resistor divider
- Voltage-mode PWM control for stable regulation and predictable transient response
- 14-pin HTSSOP (PWP) package with exposed thermal pad for enhanced thermal dissipation
Applications
The TPS54526PWP is ideal for point-of-load (POL) power supplies in industrial equipment, telecom infrastructure, and consumer electronics requiring efficient DC-DC conversion from 12V or 5V rails. It is well-suited for powering FPGAs, DSPs, and microcontrollers in embedded systems where compact footprint and stable low-voltage output are critical. The device is also commonly used in networking hardware, solid-state drives, and battery-powered portable devices demanding tight output regulation.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Additional Feature | OUTPUT VOLTAGE RANGE IS 0.76 TO 5.5V |
| Analog IC - Other Type | SWITCHING REGULATOR |
| Control Mode | VOLTAGE-MODE |
| Control Technique | PULSE WIDTH MODULATION |
| Input Voltage-Max | 18V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Input Voltage-Nom | 12V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Output Current-Max | 5.5A |
| Output Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Output Voltage-Min | 0.76V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP14,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Switcher Configuration | BUCK |
| Switching Frequency-Max | 650kHz |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| 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 | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 2 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia, Taiwan |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TPS54526PWP:
Switching Regulator, Voltage-mode, 5.5A, 650kHz Switching Freq-Max, PDSO14
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the input voltage range of the TPS54526PWP?
The TPS54526PWP operates from an input voltage range of 4.5V to 18V, with a nominal input of 12V. This wide range makes it suitable for systems powered from standard 5V or 12V supply rails in industrial and consumer applications.
What output voltage can the TPS54526PWP regulate to?
The TPS54526PWP supports an adjustable output voltage range of 0.76V to 5.5V, set via an external resistor divider. This flexibility allows it to power a wide variety of loads including processors, FPGAs, and memory operating at sub-1V to 5V core voltages.
What is the maximum output current of the TPS54526PWP?
The TPS54526PWP provides a maximum continuous output current of 3A. Its synchronous rectification topology ensures high conversion efficiency across the full load range, reducing thermal stress and power loss in space-constrained designs.
What package does the TPS54526PWP use?
The TPS54526PWP comes in a 14-pin HTSSOP package (PWP suffix) with an exposed thermal pad on the bottom. This package improves heat dissipation and enables compact PCB layouts suitable for high-density power supply designs.
What control method does the TPS54526PWP use?
The TPS54526PWP uses voltage-mode pulse width modulation (PWM) control, which provides a predictable and stable feedback loop. This control technique simplifies compensation design and ensures consistent regulation performance across varying load and line conditions.
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