MAX1742/MAX1842
1A/2.7A, 1MHz, Step-Down Regulators with
Synchronous Rectification and Internal Switches
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Synchronous Rectification
In a step-down regulator without synchronous rectifica-
tion, an external Schottky diode provides a path for cur-
rent to flow when the inductor is discharging. Replacing
the Schottky diode with a low-resistance NMOS syn-
chronous switch reduces conduction losses and
improves efficiency.
The NMOS synchronous-rectifier switch turns on follow-
ing a short delay after the PMOS power switch turns off,
thus preventing cross conduction or “shoot through.” In
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