ZHCSQC2A November 2015 – July 2022 TPS51216-EP
PRODUCTION DATA
The external components selection is simple in D-CAP mode.
The output voltage is determined by the value of the voltage-divider resistor, R4 and R5, as shown in Figure 9-4. R4 is connected between VREF and REFIN pins, and R5 is connected between the REFIN pin and GND. Setting R4 as 10-kΩ is a good starting point. Determine R5 using Equation 7.
The inductance value should be determined to yield a ripple current of approximately ¼ to ½ of maximum output current. Larger ripple current increases output ripple voltage and improves the signal-to-noise ratio and helps stable operation.
The inductor needs a low direct current resistance (DCR) to achieve good efficiency, as well as enough room above peak inductor current before saturation. The peak inductor current can be estimated in Equation 9.
Combining Equation 4 and Equation 5, RTRIP can be obtained using Equation 10.
TI recommends organic semiconductor capacitors or specialty polymer capacitors. Determine ESR to meet small signal stability and recommended ripple voltage. A quick reference is shown in Equation 11 and Equation 12.