Texas Instruments

TPS62742DSSR  

Special Purpose Regulators

The Texas Instruments TPS62742DSSR is a highly integrated step-down converter (buck converter) that is designed to provide efficient and compact power conversion solutions for a wide range of applications. Here is a detailed description of the TPS62742DSSR, its features, and potential applications:

Description:

The TPS62742DSSR is a member of Texas Instruments' portfolio of power management devices. It is a synchronous step-down converter that can accept a wide input voltage range and step it down to a lower output voltage. The device is available in a compact DSSSR package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.

Features:

1. High Efficiency: The TPS62742DSSR is designed to operate with high efficiency, which is crucial for battery-powered devices to extend battery life and for overall energy savings.

2. Wide Input Voltage Range: It can handle a wide range of input voltages, making it suitable for applications with varying power supply conditions.

3. Synchronous Rectification: The device uses synchronous rectification, which improves efficiency by reducing conduction losses in the output stage.

4. Integrated Switches: The converter integrates both high-side and low-side power MOSFETs, reducing the number of external components and simplifying the design.

5. Light Load Efficiency: It maintains high efficiency even under light load conditions, which is important for devices that have varying power demands.

6. Small Package Size: The DSSSR package is compact, making the TPS62742DSSR suitable for portable and space-constrained applications.

7. Thermal Protection: It includes thermal shutdown and over-temperature protection features to safeguard the device from overheating.

8. Soft Start: The converter has a soft-start feature to reduce inrush current and minimize output voltage overshoot during startup.

9. Spread Spectrum: It may include spread spectrum frequency modulation to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI).

10. Output Voltage Programmability: The output voltage can be adjusted or programmed to meet the specific requirements of the application.

Applications:

1. Portable Electronics: Due to its high efficiency and small form factor, the TPS62742DSSR is ideal for powering portable devices such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables.

2. IoT Devices: The device can be used in Internet of Things (IoT) devices that require efficient power management and are often battery-powered.

3. Medical Devices: For compact medical equipment that demands reliable and efficient power conversion.

4. Industrial Equipment: In industrial applications where space is at a premium, and reliability is critical.

5. Automotive Applications: The TPS62742DSSR can be used in various automotive electronics, such as infotainment systems, where efficiency and thermal performance are important.

6. Power Banks: For managing the charging and discharging of batteries in power banks.

7. LED Lighting: To provide efficient power conversion for LED drivers in lighting applications.

8. Sensors and Actuators: In systems where precise and efficient power delivery is required.

When selecting a power management device like the TPS62742DSSR, it is important to consider the specific requirements of the application, including input voltage range, output voltage requirements, current load, and efficiency. The TPS62742DSSR's combination of features makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of power conversion needs.

TPS62742DSSR Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for TPS62742DSSR

Datasheets :

TPS62740,42      

Design Resources :

TPS62742 Design with WEBENCH® Power Designer      

HTML Datasheet :

TPS62740,42      

PCN Design/Specification :

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