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A configurable step-down power module is a type of electronic module designed to reduce the voltage of an incoming electrical signal. It is commonly used in a variety of applications, such as automotive and industrial power systems, to convert a higher voltage input to a lower voltage output. This type of module is designed to be as efficient as possible, using various components and circuits to reduce the voltage while minimizing power losses.
The key components of a configurable step-down power module include a power transistor, a power diode, an inductor, and a capacitor. The power transistor is used to control the current flow from the input to the output.
The power diode helps to protect the module from voltage spikes and other electrical disturbances. The inductor helps to store energy and regulate the current flow, while the capacitor helps to reduce electrical noise and reduce ripple in the output.
These components are connected in a specific way to regulate the current flow and reduce the voltage. The actual voltage reduction depends on the type of module and the components used in its construction. Generally, the voltage reduction is between 25% and 50%, although some modules can reduce the voltage by up to 65%.
In addition to providing voltage regulation, configurable step-down power modules are also designed to be highly efficient, with minimal power losses. This is accomplished through the use of special components and circuits, such as synchronous rectification, active clamping, and buck-boost switching. These components and circuits help to reduce switching losses and improve efficiency.
The Global Configurable Step-Down Power Module market accounted for $XX Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2023 to 2030.
Qorvo, a prominent supplier of cutting-edge solutions that link and power the globe, has unveiled a new multi-time programmable family of power management integrated circuits (PMICs) that are designed for high performance and small form factors. The Qorvo ACT88327/8/9/1 Constant-On-Time (COT) PMIC family offers design flexibility for a wide range of applications, including low-power mobile uses (LPDDR5), home control, voice-activated devices, SSD cards, and computer vision applications like security cameras and routers. This helps to accelerate the time to market.
Without the need for additional software or firmware, the same base component can be used to support a variety of end products by simply altering the PMIC configuration. Without modifying external components, manufacturers can debug their design and make real-time settings adjustments.
For low-output applications such as LPDDR5, the ACT88329 is the first integrated PMIC in this configuration that can support an output voltage as low as 0.5V. Several GPIOs, including interrupt, reset, external enable, external PG, regulator ON/OFF, DVS, VID, sleep/deep sleep modes, power recycle, and push-button, are available for the ACT88327/8/9/1 PMIC family. They also enable two-level input voltage monitoring.
The PMIC family also includes other configurable options such as operating modes, sleep modes, switching frequency, system-level sequencing, slew rate, and startup time. The best performance at low output voltage is provided by the exclusive ACOT control mode.
