The XC9236A12CMR is a synchronous step-down DC/DC converter from Torex Semiconductor. It is designed for applications requiring high efficiency and compact size. This converter integrates a control IC and power MOSFETs in a single chip, enabling a smaller footprint and simplified circuit design. It employs a constant frequency PWM control, ensuring stable and efficient power conversion over a wide range of input voltages and load currents.

Applications

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Wearable devices
• IoT devices
• Portable electronics

Features

• High efficiency synchronous rectification
• Integrated power MOSFETs
• Constant frequency PWM control
• Compact package (typically SOT-25)
• Input voltage range: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Output voltage: 1.2V (fixed, as indicated by A12 in the part number)
• Overcurrent protection (OCP) and Short Circuit Protection (SCP)

Benefits

• Extended battery life due to high efficiency
• Reduced board space and component count
• Stable and reliable power delivery
• Simplified design and faster time-to-market
• Robust protection against overcurrent and short circuits

Specifications

The XC9236A12CMR operates with an input voltage range of 2.5V to 5.5V and provides a fixed output voltage of 1.2V. The switching frequency is typically in the MHz range. The device incorporates overcurrent protection (OCP) and short circuit protection (SCP) features. It is usually available in a small SOT-25 package. Refer to the Torex Semiconductor datasheet for detailed specifications, including efficiency curves, thermal characteristics, and package dimensions.