MAX15103
EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE
Small 3A, Low-Dropout Linear Regulator
in a 2.7mm x 1.6mm Package
General Description
The MAX15103 is a small, low-dropout linear regulator
optimized for networking, datacom, and server applica-
tions. The regulator delivers up to 3A from a 1.7V to 5.5V
input supply with output accuracy of ±1.6%. The output
is adjustable down to 0.6V with a guaranteed dropout
voltage of less than 200mV at full load. The internal
p-channel switch is protected with a foldback current limit
and thermal shutdown.
The MAX15103 features an external bypass input to
reduce noise. This bypass input also serves as a softs-
tart control. An enable input and power-good output are
included for power sequence control.
The MAX15103 is available in a 1.6mm x 2.7mm WLP
package and is fully specified from the -40°C to +85°C
operating temperature range.
Applications
●● Networking
●● Telecom/Datacom
●● Servers
●● Base Stations
●● PLL Power
Features
●● 1.7V to 5.5V Operating Range
●● 200mV Dropout Guaranteed at 3A
●● ±1.6% Output Accuracy Over Line, Load, and
Temperature
●● Adjustable Output from 0.6V to 5.2V
●● Foldback Current Protection
●● Thermal Shutdown Protection
●● Low Noise 15μVRMS (typ)
●● Small 1.6mm x 2.7mm WLP Package
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
Typical Operating Circuit
INPUT
(1.7V TO 5.5V)
CIN
2.2µF
POWER-GOOD
OUTPUT
IN
OUT
MAX15103
EN
PG
FB
GND
SS_BYP
CSS
100nF
OUTPUT
(0.6V TO VIN - 200mV)
R1
0 TO 4.6kΩ
COUT
22µF
R2
600Ω
19-6023; Rev 2; 8/16