Normally a DC/DC converter supplies a constant voltage at the output. If, however, you also want to secure the output and limit the current, an additional safety circuit is required.

Not so with the MP249x series from MPS. Designed to work as highly efficient non-synchronous DC/DC converters, the modules in this series also make it possible to limit the output current to the required value.
This means that power supplies can be achieved at low cost and in a space-saving design for chargers, USB supplies but also for automotive applications for cigarette lighters.

Figure 1: Precise control of the current limit

MP2498: 2 A buck converter with 100 V load-dump protection
The MP2498 combines the otherwise necessary transzorb, the DC/DC converter and the current limiter in a single module.

Figure 2: MP2498 as an integrated solution

Other parameters:
Input voltage: 4.5 V – 24 V with 100 V load-dump protection
Output voltage: adjustable from 0.8 V – 15 V
Output current: adjustable up to 2 A
Frequency: adjustable between 150 kHz and 2 MHz
Efficiency: up to 95%
Housing: 4 mm x 5 mm QFN, 28-pin

Figure 3: Reaction to voltage peaks in the MP2498

MP2493: 2 A buck converter with good EMC
The MP2493 is used if load-dump is not absolutely necessary. Its standard input voltage range extends up to 36 V whilst its current limit can also be programmed at up to 2 A.
This component has been particularly enhanced to ensure good EMC.

Figure 4: MP2493 EMC measurement

Other parameters:
Input voltage: 4.5 V – 36 V
Output voltage: adjustable from 0.8 V – 15 V
Output current: adjustable up to 2 A
Frequency: 130 kHz
Efficiency: up to 95%
Housing: SOIC8E

Regardless of the application, the MP249x family from MONOLITHIC POWER SYSTEMS ensures that you have current and voltage firmly under control. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like more information.

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