Power Block facilitates design of POL buck converters.

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Comprised of power stage and full function PWM Control IC, iPOWIR(TM) iP1206 suits 2-phase single output applications up to 30 A or dual independent outputs up to 15 A. Both options utilize synchronized 180° out-of-phase operation, minimizing input current ripple and input voltage ripple. Housed in LGA package, Model iP1206 includes switching frequency up to 600 kHz/channel, over-voltage and over-temperature protection, pre-bias start up, and output voltage tracking and sequencing.



Original Press Release:



International Rectifier's iPOWIR(TM) Building Block Reduces Space and Simplifies Design of High Efficiency POL Buck Converters



EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - International Rectifier, IR® (NYSE: IRF), a world leader in power management technology, today introduced the iP1206, a fully optimized solution for synchronous buck applications including telecom and networking equipment. The iP1206 is the latest addition to the iPOWIR(TM) integrated power conversion stage product line, designed for two-phase single output applications up to 30 amps or dual independent outputs up to 15 amps. Both options utilize synchronized 180 degree out-of-phase operation, reducing input current ripple and input voltage ripple. The device is comprised of an optimized power stage and a full function PWM Control IC to achieve high power density.

"As with all iPOWIR products, the iP1206 is simple to design and easy to replicate across a wide range of voltage and current rails because all of the critical components are integrated and only a few external passive components are required for a complete POL solution," said Tim McDonald, vice president of IR's iPOWIR product line.

Features include a switching frequency up to 600kHz per channel, loss-less current limit, over-voltage and over-temperature protection, pre-bias start up, external synchronization, output voltage tracking and sequencing.
Specifications

                          VIN                    IOUT          IOUT
Part Number Package (min/max) VOUT Max Per Max in 2 Phase Frequency
(V) (V) Channel Mode
iP1206PBF LGA 7.5V - 14.5 0.8 - 5.5 15A 30A Up to 600kHz


Data sheets are posted on the website at www.irf.com/whats-new/nr071219.html. Available design tools include a web-enabled iP1206 Spice circuit simulation, available at myPower.irf.com, and the IRDCiP1206-B, a 15A per channel, dual output, synchronous buck converter reference design.

Availability and Pricing
Pricing for the iP1206PBF devices begins at US$6.89 each in 10,000-unit quantities. Production orders are available immediately. Prices are subject to change.

About iPOWIR(TM)
The iPOWIR integrated power conversion stage product line delivers a greater level of power density, efficiency and robustness combined with lower noise to provide a highly innovative, cost effective solution that shrinks, simplifies and optimizes the design of power delivery for the latest generation of low-voltage data processing devices using single- and multi-phase topologies. IR's expertise in power device and driver co-design, together with a long tradition of innovative packaging deliver this optimized and versatile functional component that combines multiple power semiconductors, ICs, and passive elements into a single thermally enhanced package.

About International Rectifier
International Rectifier (NYSE:IRF) is a world leader in power management technology. IR's analog and mixed signal ICs, advanced circuit devices, integrated power systems and components enable high performance computing and reduce energy waste from motors, the world's single largest consumer of electricity. Leading manufacturers of computers, energy efficient appliances, lighting, automobiles, satellites, aircraft and defense systems rely on IR's power management benchmarks to power their next generation products. For more information, go to www.irf.com.

Trademark Notice
IR® and iPOWIR(TM) are trademarks of International Rectifier Corporation. All other product names noted herein may be trademarks of their respective holders.

For more information, contact Graham Robertson, grobert1@irf.com 310-726-8512.

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