The TPS60310DGSR, manufactured by Texas Instruments, is a high-efficiency, low-noise, dual-output, step-up, switched-capacitor voltage converter designed for battery-powered and low-power handheld applications. This device is part of the TPS603xx family that provides a regulated output voltage from an unregulated input voltage, making it ideal for portable devices where extended battery life is critical.
Key Features
- Input Voltage Range: The TPS60310DGSR operates from a 0.9V to 1.8V input voltage range, which is suitable for single-cell alkaline or NiMH/NiCd batteries, as well as other low-voltage sources.
- Output Voltage: It provides a fixed output voltage of 3.3V, which is commonly required by digital circuits, microcontrollers, and other ICs in portable devices.
- High Efficiency: With a typical efficiency of 90%, this voltage converter minimizes power loss and heat generation, thereby maximizing battery life.
- Low Noise Operation: The TPS60310DGSR features low output voltage ripple, making it suitable for powering noise-sensitive components such as RF circuits and audio devices.
- Power-Save Mode: The device includes a power-save mode that reduces quiescent current to improve efficiency at light loads.
- Small Package: The TPS60310DGSR comes in a compact 10-pin MSOP (DGSR) package, saving valuable board space in space-constrained applications.
Applications
The TPS60310DGSR is versatile and can be used in a wide range of portable applications, including:
- Mobile phones and PDAs
- Portable media players
- Digital cameras
- Handheld gaming devices
- Medical and healthcare devices
- Wireless headsets and earbuds
Quality and Reliability
Texas Instruments is known for its commitment to quality and reliability, and the TPS60310DGSR is no exception. It is designed to meet the stringent requirements of portable applications and is backed by Texas Instruments' rigorous testing and quality assurance processes.