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EP5388QI 800mA PowerSoC
Step-Down DC-DC Switching Converter with Integrated Inductor
DESCRIPTION
The EP5388QI is a synchronous buck converter with
integrated Inductor, PWM controller, MOSFETS, and
Compensation providing the smallest possible
solution size. The EP5388QI requires only two small
MLCC capacitors to make a complete solution.
Integration of the inductor greatly simplifies design,
contains noise, reduces part count, and reduces
solution footprint. Low output ripple ensures
compatibility with RF systems.
The EP5388QI operates at a switching frequency of 4
MHz, enabling this unprecedented level of integration
and small external components. Type III voltage
mode control is used to provide high noise immunity
and wide control loop bandwidth.
The small footprint makes this part ideal for space
constrained portable applications. Shutdown current
of <1uA extends battery life Output voltage level is
programmed via a 3-pin VID selector providing seven
pre-programmed output voltages along with an
option for external resistor divider.
All Enpirion products are RoHS compliant and lead-
free manufacturing environment compatible.
FEATURES
• 3mm x 3mm x 1.1mm QFN package
• Only two low cost MLCC caps required
• 4 MHz switching frequency
• High efficiency, up to 94%
• Up to 800mA continuous output current
• Wide 2.4V to 5.5V input range
• VOUT Range: 0.6V to VIN – 0.5V
• 3-Pin VID output voltage programming
• 100% duty cycle capable
• Less than 1 µA standby current
• Low VOUT ripple for RF compatibility
• Short circuit and over current protection
• UVLO and thermal protection
• RoHS compliant; MSL 3 260°C reflow
APPLICATIONS
• Noise sensitive RF applications
• Area constrained applications
• Wireless data applications
• Portable gaming devices
• Personal Media Players
• Advanced Mobile Processors, DSP, IO, Memory,
Video, Multimedia Engines
Figure 1. Integrated Inductor Technology
VIN
VSense
Vin
V
S1
V
S2
V
S0
EP5388QI 47µF
1206
4.7µF
0603
VOUT
Vout
GND
ENABLE
VFB
Voltage
Select
Figure 2. Typical Application Schematic
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ORDERING INFORMATION
Part Number Package Markings TJ Rating Package Description
EP5388QI ABXX -40°C to +125°C 16-pin (3mm x 3mm x 1.1mm) QFN
EP5388QI-E QFN Evaluation Board
Packing and Marking Information: www.intel.com/support/reliability/packing/rel-packing-and-marking.html
PIN FUNCTIONS
Figure 3. EP5388QI Pin Out Diagram (Top View)
NOTE A: NC pins are not to be electrically connected to each other or to any external signal, ground or voltage. However,
they must be soldered to the PCB. Failure to follow this guideline may result in part malfunction or damage.
NOTE B: White ‘dot’ on top left is pin 1 indicator on top of the device package.
NC(SW)
PGND
VFB
VSENSE
AGND
1
2
3
4
5
6
VIN
ENABLE
VS0
VS1
NC
14
13
12
11
10
9
NC(SW)
NC(SW)
16
15
PGND
VOUT
VS2
7
8
VOUT
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PIN DESCRIPTIONS
PIN NAME TYPE FUNCTION
1, 15,
16 NC(SW) -
NO CONNECT – These pins are internally connected to the common
drain output of the internal MOSFETs. NC(SW) pins are not to be
electrically connected to any external signal, ground, or voltage.
However, they must be soldered to the PCB. Failure to follow this
guideline may result in part malfunction or damage.
2, 3 PGND Ground Power Ground
4 VFB Analog
Feedback pin for external divider option. When using the external
divider option (VS0=VS1=VS2= high) connect this pin to the center of
the external divider. Set the divider such that VFB = 0.6V. The
“ground” side of the external divider should be connected to AGND.
This pin may be left unconnected when using Voltage Select pins
(VS0-VS2) to set the output voltage.
5 VSENSE Analog Sense pin for output voltage regulation. Refer to application section
for proper configuration.
6 AGND Ground Analog ground. This is the quiet ground for the internal control
circuitry
7, 8 VOUT Power Regulated Output Voltage. Refer to application section for proper
layout and decoupling.
9 NC Analog
NO CONNECT – This pin should not be electrically connected to any
external signal, voltage, or ground. This pin may be connected
internally. However, this pin must be soldered to the PCB.
10, 11,
12 VS0,VS1,VS2 Analog
Output voltage select. VS2=pin10 VS1=pin11, VS0=pin12. Selects one
of seven preset output voltages or choose external divider by
connecting pins to logic high or low. Refer to section on output
voltage select for more detail.
13 ENABLE Analog Output enable. Enable = logic high, disable = logic low.
14 VIN Power Input voltage pin. Refer to application section for proper layout and
decoupling.
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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
CAUTION: Absolute Maximum ratings are stress ratings only. Functional operation beyond the recommended
operating conditions is not implied. Stress beyond the absolute maximum ratings may impair device
life. Exposure to absolute maximum rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
Absolute Maximum Pin Ratings
PARAMETER SYMBOL MIN MAX UNITS
Input Supply Voltage VIN -0.3 7.0 V
ENABLE, VSENSE, VSO – VS2 -0.3 VIN+0.3 V
VFB -0.3 2.7 V
Absolute Maximum Thermal Ratings
PARAMETER CONDITION MIN MAX UNITS
Storage Temperature Range -65 +150 °C
Reflow Peak Body
Temperature (10 Sec) MSL3 JEDEC J-STD-020A +260 °C
Absolute Maximum ESD Ratings
PARAMETER CONDITION MIN MAX UNITS
HBM (Human Body Model) ±2000 V
RECOMMENDED OPERATING CONDITIONS
PARAMETER SYMBOL MIN MAX UNITS
Input Voltage Range VIN 2.4 5.5 V
Output Voltage Range VOUT 0.603 VIN- 0.5 V
Operating Ambient Temperature Range TA -40 +85 °C
Operating Junction Temperature TJ -40 +125 °C
THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS
PARAMETER SYMBOL TYPICAL UNITS
Thermal Resistance: Junction to Ambient –0 LFM (1) θJA 100 °C/W
Thermal Overload Trip Point TJ-TP +150 °C
Thermal Overload Trip Point Hysteresis 15 °C
(1) Based on 2oz. external copper layers and proper thermal design in line with EIJ/JEDEC JESD51-7 standard for high
thermal conductivity boards.
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ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
NOTE: TA = -40°C to +85°C unless otherwise noted. Typical values are at TA = 25°C, VIN = 3.6V
CIN = 4.7µF 0603 MLCC, COUT = 47µF 0805 MLCC
PARAMETER SYMBOL TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS
VOUT Initial Accuracy (VID
Preset Mode)
∆VOUT_initl TA = 25°C, 2.4V ≤ VIN
≤5.5V
-2% +2%
Line Regulation ∆VOUT_linel 2.4V ≤ VIN ≤ 5.5V 0.0566 %/V
Load Regulation ∆VOUT_load 0A ≤ ILOAD ≤ 800mA 0.0003 %/mA
Temperature Variation ∆VOUT_templ -40°C ≤ TA ≤ +85°C 0.0078 %/°C
Overall VOUT Accuracy
(Line, Load, and
Temperature combined)
∆VOUT_All
2.4V ≤ VIN ≤ 5.5V
-40°C ≤ TA ≤ +85°C
0A ≤ ILOAD ≤ 800mA
-3% +3%
Dropout Resistance RDROPOUT 400 500 mΩ
Dynamic Voltage Slew Rate Vslew 0.975 1.5 2.025 V/ms
Continuous Output Current IOUT -20°C ≤ TA ≤ +85°C
-40°C ≤ TA ≤ +85°C
800
750
mA
Shut-Down Current ISD Enable = Low 0.75 µA
PFET OCP Threshold ILIM 1000 mA
Feedback Pin Voltage VFB 0.603 V
Feedback Pin Input Current IFB 100 nA
VS0-VS1, Enable Voltage
Threshold VTH Pin = Low
Pin = High
0.0
1.4
0.4
VIN
VS0-VS2 Pin Input Current IVSX 1 nA
Operating Frequency FOSC 4 MHz
PFET On Resistance RDS(ON) 340 mΩ
NFET On Resistance RDS(ON) 270 mΩ
Soft-Start Slew Rate VSS VID programming mode 0.975 1.5 2.025 V/ms
VOUT Rise Time TSS VFB programming mode 0.784 1.2 1.628 ms
(2) VDO = IOUT x RDO
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CURVES
Efficiency Versus Load; VIN = 3.3V,
VOUT (from top to bottom) 2.5V, 1.8V, 1.5V, 1.2V
Efficiency Versus Load; VIN = 3.7V,
VOUT (from top to bottom) 2.5V, 1.8V, 1.5V, 1.2V
Efficiency Versus Load; VIN = 5V,
VOUT (from top to bottom) 3.3V, 2.5V, 1.8V, 1.5V, 1.2V
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
0.05 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.25 0.30 0.35 0.40 0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80
Load Current (A)
Efficiency (%)
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
0.05 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.25 0.30 0.35 0.40 0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80
Load Current (A)
Efficiency (%)
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
0.05 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.25 0.30 0.35 0.40 0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80
Load Current (A)
Efficiency (%)
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Output Ripple, VIN = 5.0V, VOUT = 1.8V, Load = 500mA
Output
Ripple, VIN = 5.0V, VOUT = 2.5V, Load = 500mA
Output Ripple, VIN = 5.0V, VOUT = 3.3V, Load = 500mA
Output Ripple, VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 1.2V, Load = 500mA
Output Ripple, VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 1.8V, Load = 500mA
Output Ripple, VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 2.5V, Load = 500mA
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (CONTINUED)
Transient, VIN = 5.0V, VOUT = 1.2V, Load = 0-800mA
Transient, VIN = 5.0V, VOUT = 3.3V, Load = 0-800mA
Transient, VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 1.2V, Load = 0-800mA
Transient, VIN = 3.3V, VOUT = 1.8V, Load = 0-800mA
Startup, VIN = 3.6V, VOUT = 1.5V, Load = 500mA.
Enable in light blue; Vout in Dark blue.
Shutdown, VIN = 3.6V, VOUT = 1.5V, Load = 500mA.
Enable in light blue; Vout in Dark blue.
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FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM
Voltage
Select
DAC
Switch
VREF
(+)
(-)
Error
Amp
V
SENSE
V
FB
V
OUT
VS0 VS1 VS2
Package Boundry
P-Drive
N-Drive
UVLO
Thermal Limit
Current Limit
Soft Start
Sawtooth
Generator
(+)
(-)
PWM
Comp
V
IN
ENABLE
GND
Logic
Compensation
Network
NC(SW)
Figure 4: Functional Block Diagram
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Synchronous DC-DC Step-Down PowerSoC
The EP5388QI is a complete DC-DC converter solution requiring only two low cost MLCC capacitors. MOSFET
switches, PWM controller, Gate-drive, compensation, and inductor are integrated into the tiny 3mm x 3mm x
1.1mm package to provide the smallest footprint possible while maintaining high efficiency, low ripple, and
high performance. The converter uses voltage mode control to provide the simplest implementation and high
noise immunity. The device operates at a 4MHz switching frequency. The high switching frequency allows for
a wide control loop bandwidth providing excellent transient performance. The high switching frequency
further enables the use of very small components making possible this unprecedented level of integration.
Intel Enprion’s proprietary power MOSFET technology provides very low switching loss at frequencies of 4
MHz and higher, allowing for the use of very small internal components, and high performance. Integration of
the magnetics virtually eliminates the design/layout issues normally associated with switch-mode DC-DC
converters. All of this enables much easier and faster incorporation into various applications to meet
demanding EMI requirements.
Output voltage is chosen from seven preset values via a three pin VID voltage select scheme. An external
divider option enables the selection of any voltage in VIN to 0.6V range. This reduces the number of
components that must be qualified and reduces inventory burden. The VID pins can be toggled on the fly to
implement glitch free dynamic voltage scaling.
Protection features include under-voltage lock-out (UVLO), over-current protection (OCP), short circuit
protection, and thermal overload protection.
Integrated Inductor
Intel Enpirion has introduced the world’s first product family featuring integrated inductors. The EP5388QI
utilizes a proprietary low loss integrated inductor. The use of an internal inductor localizes the noises
associated with the output loop currents. The inherent shielding and compact construction of the integrated
inductor reduces the radiated noise that couples into the traces of the circuit board. Further, the package
layout is optimized to reduce the electrical path length for the AC ripple currents that are a major source of
radiated emissions from DC-DC converters. The integrated inductor significantly reduces parasitic effects that
can harm loop stability, and makes layout very simple.
Stable Over Wide Range of Operating Conditions
The EP5388QI utilizes an internal type III compensation network and is designed to provide a high degree of
stability over a wide range of operating conditions. The device operates over the entire input and output
voltage range with no external modifications required. The very high switching frequency allows for a very
wide control loop bandwidth.
Soft Start
Internal soft start circuits limit in-rush current when the device starts up from a power down condition or when
the “ENABLE” pin is asserted “high”. Digital control circuitry limits the VOUT ramp rate to levels that are safe for
the Power MOSFETS and the integrated inductor.
The EP5388QI has two soft start operating modes. When VOUT is programmed using a preset voltage in VID
mode, the device has a constant slew rate. When the EP5388QI is configured in external resistor divider mode,
the device has a constant VOUT ramp time. Output voltage slew rate and ramp time is given in the Electrical
Characteristics Table.
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Excess bulk capacitance on the output of the device can cause an over-current condition at startup. Maximum
allowable output capacitance depends on the device’s minimum current limit, the output current at startup,
the minimum soft-start time and the output voltage (all are listed in the Electrical Characteristics Table). The
total maximum capacitance on the output rail is estimated by the equation below:
COUT_MAX = 0.7 * (ILIMIT - IOUT) * tSS / VOUT
COUT_MAX = maximum allowable output capacitance
ILIMIT = minimum current limit = 0.8A
IOUT = output current at startup
VOUT = output voltage
0.7 = margin factor
tSS(VFB) = min soft-start time
= 0.784ms External feedback setting
tSS(VID) = VOUT [V] / 2.025 [V/ms] VID setting
The soft-start time in VID setting is different than External Feedback (VFB) setting, so be sure to use the correct
value when calculating the maximum allowable output capacitance.
NOTE: Do not use excessive output capacitance since it may affect device stability. The EP5388QI has high
loop bandwidth and 80µF is all that is needed for transient response optimization.
Over Current/Short Circuit Protection
The current limit function is achieved by sensing the current flowing through a sense P-MOSFET which is
compared to a reference current. When this level is exceeded the P-FET is turned off and the N-FET is turned
on, pulling VOUT low. This condition is maintained for a period of 1ms and then a normal soft start is initiated.
If the over current condition still persists, this cycle will repeat in a “hiccup” mode.
Under Voltage Lockout
During initial power up an under voltage lockout circuit will hold-off the switching circuitry until the input
voltage reaches a sufficient level to insure proper operation. If the voltage drops below the UVLO threshold
the lockout circuitry will again disable the switching. Hysteresis is included to prevent chattering between
states.
Enable
The ENABLE pin provides a means to shut down the converter or enable normal operation. A logic low will
disable the converter and cause it to shut down. A logic high will enable the converter into normal operation.
In shutdown mode, the device quiescent current will be less than 1μA. At extremely cold conditions below -
30°C, the controller may not be properly powered if ENABLE is tied directly to AVIN during startup. It is
recommended to use an external RC circuit to delay the ENABLE voltage rise so that the internal controller has
time to startup into regulation (see circuit below). The RC circuit may be adjusted so that AVIN and PVIN are
above UVLO before ENABLE is high. The startup time will be delayed by the extra time it takes for the capacitor
voltage to reach the ENABLE threshold.
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Figure 5. ENABLE Delay Circuit
NOTE: This pin must not be left floating
Thermal Shutdown
When excessive power is dissipated in the chip, the junction temperature rises. Once the junction temperature
exceeds the thermal shutdown temperature the thermal shutdown circuit turns off the converter output
voltage thus allowing the device to cool. When the junction temperature decreases to a safe operating level,
the device will go through the normal startup process. The specific thermal shutdown junction temperature
and hysteresis values can be found in the thermal characteristics table.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Output Voltage Programming
To provide the highest degree of flexibility in choosing output voltage, the EP5388QI uses a 3 pin VID, or
Voltage ID, output voltage select arrangement. This allows the designer to choose one of seven preset
voltages, or to use an external voltage divider. Internally, the output of the VID multiplexer sets the value for
the voltage reference DAC, which in turn is connected to the non-inverting input of the error amplifier. This
allows the use of a single feedback divider with constant loop gain and optimum compensation, independent
of the output voltage selected.
shows the various VS0-VS2 pin logic states and the associated output voltage levels. A logic “1” indicates a
connection to VIN or to a “high” logic voltage level. A logic “0” indicates a connection to ground or to a “low”
logic voltage level. These pins can be either hardwired to VIN or GND or alternatively can be driven by standard
logic levels. Logic low is defined as VLOW ≤ 0.4V. Logic high is defined as VHIGH ≥ 1.4V. Any level between these
two values is indeterminate. These pins must not be left floating.
Table 1: VID Voltage Select Settings
VS2 VS1 VS0 VOUT
0 0 0 3.3V
0 0 1 2.5V
0 1 0 1.8V
0 1 1 1.5V
1 0 0 1.25V
1 0 1 1.2V
1 1 0 0.8V
1 1 1 User Selectable
External Voltage Divider
As described above, the external voltage divider option is chosen by connecting the VS0, VS1, and VS2 pins
to VIN or logic “high”. The EP5388QI uses a separate feedback pin, VFB, when using the external divider.
VSENSE must be connected to VOUT as indicated in Figure 6.
VIN
V
Sense
V
in
V
S1
V
S2
V
S0
EP5388QI
47µF
1206
4.7µF
0603
VOUT
V
out
GND
ENABLE
Ra
Rb
V
FB
Figure 6. External Divider Application Circuit
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The output voltage is selected by the following formula:
()
Rb
Ra
OUT VV +
=1
603
.0
Ra must be chosen as 200kΩ to maintain loop gain. Then Rb is given as:
Ω
−
=603.0
10206.1
5
OUT
b
V
x
R
VOUT can be programmed over the range of 0.6V to VIN-0.5V.
Dynamically Adjustable Output
The EP5388QI is designed to allow for dynamic switching between the predefined VID voltage levels. The
inter-voltage slew rate is optimized to prevent excess undershoot or overshoot as the output voltage levels
transition. The slew rate is identical to the soft-start slew rate of 1.5V/mS.
Dynamic transitioning between internal VID settings and the external divider is not allowed.
Input and Output Capacitors
The input capacitance requirement is 4.7μF 0603 MLCC. Intel Enpirion recommends that a low ESR MLCC
capacitor be used. The input capacitor must use a X5R or X7R or equivalent dielectric formulation. Y5V or
equivalent dielectric formulations lose capacitance with frequency, bias, and with temperature, and are not
suitable for switch-mode DC-DC converter input filter applications.
A variety of output capacitor configurations are possible depending on footprint and ripple requirements. For
applications where VIN range is up to 5.5V, it is recommended to use a single 47μF 1206 MLCC capacitor. Ripple
performance can be improved by using 2 x 22μF 0805 MLCC capacitors.
A single 10μF 0805 MLCC can be used if VOUT programming is accomplished using an external divider, with the
addition of a 10pF phase lead capacitor as shown in Figure 7. Note that in this configuration, VSENSE should
NOT be connected to VOUT. This modification is necessary to ensure proper operation of the compensation
network over the range of operating conditions.
As described in the Soft Start section, there is a limitation on the maximum bulk capacitance that can be placed
on the output of this device. Please refer to the section on Soft Start for more details.
The output capacitor must use a X5R or X7R or equivalent dielectric formulation. Y5V or equivalent dielectric
formulations lose capacitance with frequency, bias, and temperature and are not suitable for switch-mode DC-
DC converter output filter applications.
X
V
IN
VSense
Vin
VS1
VS2
VS0
EP5388QI
10µF
0805
4.7µF
0603
VOUT
Vout
GND
ENABLE
Ra
Rb
VFB
10pF
Figure 7. Applications circuit for COUT = 1 x 10μF 0805
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Power-Up/Down Sequencing
During power-up, ENABLE should not be asserted before VIN. During power down, the VIN should not be
powered down before the ENABLE. Tying PVIN and ENABLE together during power-up or power-down meets
this requirement.
Pre-Bias Start-up
The EP5388QI does not support startup into a pre-biased condition. Be sure the output capacitors are not
charged or the output of the EP5388QI is not pre-biased when the EP5388QI is first enabled.
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LAYOUT RECOMMENDATIONS
Figure 8 shows critical components and layer 1 traces of a recommended minimum footprint EP5388QI layout.
ENABLE configurations and other small signal pins need to be connected and routed according to specific
customer application. Please see the Gerber files on the Intel website www.Intel.com/enpirion for exact
dimensions and other layers. Please refer to Figure 8 while reading the layout recommendations in this section.
Figure 8: PCB Layer Critical Components and Copper for Minimum Footprint
Recommendation 1: The input and output filter capacitors should be placed as close to the EP5388QI as
possible to reduce EMI from input and output loop AC currents. This reduces the physical area of these AC
current loops.
Recommendation 2: The system ground plane should be the first layer immediately below the surface layer
(PCB layer 2). If it is not possible to make PCB layer 2 the system ground plane, a local ground island should
be created on PCB layer 2 under the Altera Enpirion device and including the area under the input and output
filter capacitors. This ground plane, or ground island, should be continuous and uninterrupted underneath the
Altera Enpirion device and the input and output filter capacitors.
Recommendation 3: The surface layer ground pour should include a “slit” as shown in Figure 8 to separate
the input and output AC loop currents. This will help reduce noise coupling from the input current loop to the
output current loop.
Recommendation 4: Multiple small vias (approximately 0.25mm finished diameter) should be used to connect
the ground terminals of the input and output capacitors, and the surface ground pour under the device, to the
system ground plane. If a local ground island is used on PCB layer 2, the vias should connect to the ground
island and continue down to the PCB system ground plane.
Recommendation 5: The AGND pin should be connected to the system ground plane using a via as described
in recommendation 4. AGND must NOT be connected to the surface layer ground pour.
Recommendation 6: As with any switch-mode DC-DC converter, do not run any sensitive signal or control
lines under the converter package.
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RECOMMENDED PCB FOOTPRIN
Figure 9: EP5388QI PCB Footprint (Top View)
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WHERE TO GET MORE INFORMATION
For more information about Intel® and Enpirion® PowerSoCs, visit:
www.intel.com/enpirion
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REVISION HISTORY
Rev Date Change(s)
F June, 2017 Max Bulk Cap (COUT_MAX) equation updated to reflect loading and startup time
(with margin added)
G Dec, 2017 Revision History added
H Dec, 2018 Changed datasheet into Intel format.
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