LP3985 Micropower, 150mA Low-Noise Ultra Low-Dropout CMOS Voltage Regulator
June 2003
LP3985
Micropower, 150mA Low-Noise Ultra Low-Dropout CMOS
Voltage Regulator
General Description
The LP3985 is designed for portable and wireless applica-
tions with demanding performance and space requirements.
The LP3985 is stable with a small 1µF
±
30% ceramic or
high-quality tantalum output capacitor. The micro SMD re-
quires the smallest possible PC board area - the total appli-
cation circuit area can be less than 2.0mm x 2.5mm, a
fraction of a 1206 case size.
The LP3985’s performance is optimized for battery powered
systems to deliver ultra low noise, extremely low dropout
voltage and low quiescent current. Regulator ground current
increases only slightly in dropout, further prolonging the
battery life.
An optional external bypass capacitor reduces the output
noise without slowing down the load transient response.
Fast start-up time is achieved by utilizing an internal
power-on circuit that actively pre-charges the bypass capaci-
tor.
Power supply rejection is better than 50 dB at low frequen-
cies and starts to roll off at 1kHz. High power supply rejection
is maintained down to low input voltage levels common to
battery operated circuits.
The device is ideal for mobile phone and similar battery
powered wireless applications. It provides up to 150 mA,
from a 2.5V to 6V input. The LP3985 consumes less than
1.5µA in disable mode and has fast turn-on time less than
200µs.
The LP3985 is available in a 5 bump small bump micro SMD,
a 5 bump large bump micro SMD, a 5 bump thin micro SMD
and a 5 pin SOT-23 package. Performance is specified for
−40˚C to +125˚C temperature range and is available in 2.5V,
2.6V, 2.7V, 2.8V, 2.85V, 2.9V, 3.0V. 3.1V, 3.2V, 3.3V, 4.7V,
4.8V and 5.0V output voltages. For other output voltage
options between 2.5V to 5.0V or for a dual LP3985, please
contact National Semiconductor sales office.
Key Specifications
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2.5 to 6.0V input range
150mA guaranteed output
50dB PSRR at 1kHz
@
V
IN
= V
OUT
+ 0.2V
≤1.5µA
quiescent current when shut down
Fast Turn-On time: 200 µs (typ.)
100mV maximum dropout with 150mA load
30µVrms output noise (typ) over 10Hz to 100kHz
−40 to +125˚C junction temperature range for operation
2.5V, 2.6V, 2.7V, 2.8V, 2.85V, 2.9V, 3.0V, 3.1V, 3.2V,
3.3V, 4.7V, 4.8V and 5.0V outputs standard
Features
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Miniature 5-I/O micro SMD and SOT-23-5 package
Logic controlled enable
Stable with ceramic and high quality tantalum capacitors
Fast turn-on
Thermal shutdown and short-circuit current limit
Applications
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CDMA cellular handsets
Wideband CDMA cellular handsets
GSM cellular handsets
Portable information appliances
Typical Application Circuit
10136402
Note: Pin Numbers in parenthesis indicate micro SMD package.
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Optional Noise Reduction Capacitor.
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