10-A converter features integrated MOSFET, small pkg

The SWIFT 10-A TPS54020 synchronous step-down dc/dc converter features integrated MOSFETs in a 3.5 x 3.5-mm HotRod QFN package. It includes frequency synchronization, 180-degree out-of-phase switching and selectable current limit to power FPGAs, SoCs, DSPs and processors. The device targets high-voltage, space-constrained communication, gaming and industrial computing applications. Using the converter together with the

The dc/dc converter package protects the integrated MOSFETs from parasitic inductance and allows low resistance, enabling high current, efficiency and small size. The thermally enhanced, 15-lead package is 50% smaller than similar offerings. The integrated 8-mΩ high-side and 6-mΩ low-side MOSFETs provide up to 96% efficiency from 12 to 1 V. The QFN-package device is priced at $3.45 ea/1,000.