ISL6548A: ACPI Regulator/Controller for Dual Channel DDR Memory Systems

The ISL6548A provides a complete ACPI compliant power solution for up to 4 DIMM dual channel DDR/DDR2 Memory systems. Included are both a synchronous buck controller to supply VDDQ during S0/S1 and S3 states. During S0/S1 state, a fully integrated sink-source regulator generates an accurate (VDDQ/2) high current VTT voltage without the need for a negative supply. A second PWM controller, which requires external MOSFET drivers, is available for regulation of the GMCH Core voltage. A sink/source LDO controller is also integrated for the CPU/GMCH VTT termination voltage regulation. Another LDO is available for the ICH7 voltage.

The switching PWM controller drives two N-Channel MOSFETs in a synchronous-rectified buck converter topology. The synchronous buck converter uses voltagemode control with fast transient response. The switching regulator provides a maximum static regulation tolerance of ±2% over line, load, and temperature ranges. The output is user-adjustable by means of external resistors down to 0.8V.

An integrated soft-start feature brings all outputs into regulation in a controlled manner when returning to S0/S1 state from any sleep state. During S0 the VIDPGD signal indicates that the GMCH and CPU VTT termination voltage is within spec and operational.

All outputs, except VICH7, have undervoltage protection. The switching regulator also has overvoltage and overcurrent protection. Thermal shutdown is integrated.

Key Features
  • Generates 5 Regulated Voltages
    • Synchronous Buck PWM Controller for DDR VDDQ
    • 3A Integrated Sink/Source Linear Regulator with Accurate VDDQ/2 Divider Reference for DDR VTT
    • PWM Regulator for GMCH Core
    • Sink/Source LDO Regulator for CPU/GMCH VTT Termination
    • LDO Regulator for ICH7
  • ACPI compliant sleep state control
  • Glitch-free Transitions During State Changes
  • VDDQ PWM Controller Drives Low Cost N-Channel MOSFETs
  • 250kHz Constant Frequency Operation
    • Both PWM controllers are Phase Shifted 180°
  • Tight Output Voltage Regulation
    • All Outputs: ±2% Over Temperature
  • Fully-Adjustable Outputs with Wide Voltage Range: Down to 0.8V supports DDR and DDR2 Specifications
  • Simple Single-Loop Voltage-Mode PWM Control Design
  • Fast PWM Converter Transient Response
  • Under and Overvoltage Monitoring
  • OCP on the VDDQ Switching Regulator
  • Integrated Thermal Shutdown Protection
  • Pb-Free Plus Anneal Available (RoHS Compliant)
Applications
  • Single and Dual Channel DDR Memory Power Systems in ACPI compliant PCs
  • Graphics cards - GPU and memory supplies
  • ASIC power supplies
  • Embedded processor and I/O supplies
  • DSP supplies
Typical Diagram
Datasheets
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
ISL6548A DatasheetPDF17 Nov 2014489 KB
User Guides
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
ISL6548A_6506EVAL1Z User GuidePDF13 Nov 20141.55 MB
White Papers
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
Five Easy Steps to Create a Multi-Load Power SolutionPDF30 Jan 2017502 KB
How Green is Your Cloud?PDF05 May 2015275 KB
Order Information
Part NumberPackage TypeWeight(g)PinsMSL RatingPeak Temp (°C)RoHS Status
ISL6548ACRZ28 Ld QFN0.103283260RoHS
ISL6548ACRZ-T28 Ld QFN T+R0.103283260RoHS
ISL6548ACRZA28 Ld QFN0.103283260RoHS
ISL6548ACRZA-T28 Ld QFN T+R0.103283260RoHS
ISL6548A-6506EVAL1ZN/ARoHS
ISL6548A Datasheet 17 Nov 2014
ISL6548A
ISL6548A_6506EVAL1Z User Guide 13 Nov 2014
Five Easy Steps to Create a Multi-Load Power Solution 30 Jan 2017
How Green is Your Cloud? 05 May 2015