General Description
The RT7257C is a high efficiency, monolithic synchronous step-down DC/DC converter that can deliver up to 3A output current from a 4.5V to 18V input supply. The RT7257C's current mode architecture and external compensation allow the transient response to be optimized over a wide input voltage range and loads. Cycle-by-cycle current limit provides protection against shorted outputs, and soft-start eliminates input current surge during start-up. The RT7257C also provides under voltage protection and thermal shutdown protection. The low current (<3μA) shutdown mode provides output disconnection, enabling easy power management in battery-powered systems. The RT7257C is available in an SOP-8 (Exposed Pad) package.

FEATUREs
±1.5% High Accuracy Reference Voltage
4.5V to 18V Input Voltage Range
3A Output Current
Integrated N-MOSFET Switches
Current Mode Control
Fixed Frequency Operation : 340kHz
Output Adjustable from 0.8V to 15V
Stable with Low ESR Ceramic Output Capacitors
Up to 95% Efficiency
Programmable Soft-Start
Cycle-by-Cycle Over Current Protection
Input Under Voltage Lockout
Output Under Voltage Protection
Thermal Shutdown Protection
RoHS Compliant and Halogen Free

APPLICATIONs
Wireless AP/Router
Set-Top-Box
Industrial and Commercial Low Power Systems
LCD Monitors and TVs
Green Electronics/Appliances
Point of Load Regulation of High-Performance DSPs