BD9E301EFJ-LB Datasheet, PDF (27/33 Pages) Rohm – 7.0V to 36V Input, 2.5A Integrated MOSFET Single Synchronous Buck DC/DC Converter

BD9E301EFJ-LB
Operational Notes – continued
11. Unused Input Terminals
Input pins of an IC are often connected to the gate of a MOS transistor. The gate has extremely high impedance and
extremely low capacitance. If left unconnected, the electric field from the outside can easily charge it. The small charge
acquired in this way is enough to produce a significant effect on the conduction through the transistor and cause
unexpected operation of the IC. So unless otherwise specified, unused input pins should be connected to the power
supply or ground line.
12. Regarding Input Pins of the IC
This monolithic IC contains P+ isolation and P substrate layers between adjacent elements in order to keep them
isolated. P-N junctions are formed at the intersection of the P layers with the N layers of other elements, creating a
parasitic diode or transistor. For example (refer to figure below):
When GND > Pin A and GND > Pin B, the P-N junction operates as a parasitic diode.
When GND > Pin B, the P-N junction operates as a parasitic transistor.
Parasitic diodes inevitably occur in the structure of the IC. The operation of parasitic diodes can result in mutual
interference among circuits, operational faults, or physical damage. Therefore, conditions that cause these diodes to
operate, such as applying a voltage lower than the GND voltage to an input pin (and thus to the P substrate) should be
Pin A
P⁺
N
N
Parasitic
Elements
avoided.
Resistor
Pin A
P
P⁺
N
N
P Substrate
GND
Parasitic
Elements
Pin B
C
N ^P+
Parasitic
Elements
Transistor (NPN)
B
Pin B
E
B
N _{P N P}⁺ _N
P Substrate
GND GND
N Region
close-by
C
E
Parasitic
Elements
GND
Figure 55. Example of monolithic IC structure
13. Ceramic Capacitor
When using a ceramic capacitor, determine the dielectric constant considering the change of capacitance with
temperature and the decrease in nominal capacitance due to DC bias and others.
14. Area of Safe Operation (ASO)
Operate the IC such that the output voltage, output current, and power dissipation are all within the Area of Safe
Operation (ASO).
15. Thermal Shutdown Circuit (TSD)
This IC has a built-in thermal shutdown circuit that prevents heat damage to the IC. Normal operation should always be
within the IC’s power dissipation rating. If however the rating is exceeded for a continued period, the junction
temperature (Tj) will rise which will activate the TSD circuit that will turn OFF all output pins. When the Tj falls below the
TSD threshold, the circuits are automatically restored to normal operation.
Note that the TSD circuit operates in a situation that exceeds the absolute maximum ratings and therefore, under no
circumstances, should the TSD circuit be used in a set design or for any purpose other than protecting the IC from heat
damage.
16. Over Current Protection Circuit (OCP)
This IC incorporates an integrated overcurrent protection circuit that is activated when the load is shorted. This
protection circuit is effective in preventing damage due to sudden and unexpected incidents. However, the IC should
not be used in applications characterized by continuous operation or transitioning of the protection circuit.
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