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LM2990 Negative Low-Dropout Regulator

1 Features 3 Description
•
1 Input Voltage: –26 V to –6 V The LM2990 is a three-terminal, low-dropout, 1-A
negative voltage regulator available with fixed output
• Fixed Output Voltages: −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V, and voltages of −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V, and −15 V.
−15 V
• 5% Output Accuracy over Entire Operating Range The LM2990 uses circuit design techniques to
provide low-dropout and low-quiescent current. The
• Output Current in Excess of 1 A dropout voltage at 1-A load current is typically 0.6 V
• Dropout Voltage Typically 0.6 V at 1-A Load and an ensured worst-case maximum of 1 V over the
• Low Quiescent Current entire operating temperature range. The quiescent
current is typically 1 mA with 1-A load current and an
• Internal Short-Circuit Current Limit input-output voltage differential greater than 3 V. A
• Internal Thermal Shutdown with Hysteresis unique circuit design of the internal bias supply limits
• Functional Complement to the LM2940 Series the quiescent current to only 9 mA (typical) when the
regulator is in the dropout mode (VOUT − VIN ≤ 3 V).
2 Applications Output voltage accuracy is ensured to ±5% over load
and temperature extremes.
• Post Switcher Regulator
The LM2990 also implements short-circuit proof, and
• Local, On-Card Regulation thermal shutdown includes hysteresis to enhance the
• Battery Operated Equipment reliability of the device when overloaded for an
space extended period of time.
space All these features make the LM2990 an ideal
space negative power supply suited for dual supply
systems. The device may also be used as fixed or
Typical Application adjustable current sink load.
The LM2990 is available in two 3-pin packages and is
rated for operation over the junction temperature
range of −40°C to 125°C.

Device Information(1)
* and **: Required for stability. Must be at PART NUMBER PACKAGE BODY SIZE (NOM)
least a 10-μF aluminum electrolytic or a 1- DDPAK/TO-263 (3) 10.20 mm x 9.00 mm
μF solid tantalum to maintain stability. May LM2990
be increased without bound to maintain TO-220 (3) 14.99 mm x 10.16 mm
regulation during transients. Locate the (1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
capacitor as close as possible to the the end of the datasheet.
regulator. The equivalent series resistance
(ESR) is critical, and should be less than
10 Ω over the same operating temperature
range as the regulator.

An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications,
intellectual property matters and other important disclaimers. PRODUCTION DATA.
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Table of Contents
1 Features .................................................................. 1 7.3 Feature Description................................................. 10
2 Applications ........................................................... 1 7.4 Device Functional Modes........................................ 11
3 Description ............................................................. 1 8 Application and Implementation ........................ 12
4 Revision History..................................................... 2 8.1 Application Information............................................ 12
8.2 Typical Application ................................................. 12
5 Pin Configuration and Functions ......................... 3
6 Specifications......................................................... 4 9 Power Supply Recommendations...................... 14
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ...................................... 4 10 Layout................................................................... 15
6.2 ESD Ratings.............................................................. 4 10.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 15
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions....................... 4 10.2 Layout Example .................................................... 15
6.4 Thermal Information .................................................. 4 11 Device and Documentation Support ................. 16
6.5 Electrical Characteristics: –5 V and –5.2 V............... 5 11.1 Device Support .................................................... 16
6.6 Electrical Characteristics: –12 V and –15 V.............. 6 11.2 Trademarks ........................................................... 16
6.7 Typical Characteristics .............................................. 6 11.3 Electrostatic Discharge Caution ............................ 16
7 Detailed Description ............................................ 10 11.4 Glossary ................................................................ 16
7.1 Overview ................................................................. 10 12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
7.2 Functional Block Diagram ....................................... 10 Information ........................................................... 16

4 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.

Changes from Revision F (February 2015) to Revision G Page

• Changed "Ground" to "INPUT" in center of layout drawing ................................................................................................. 15

Changes from Revision E (November 2014) to Revision F Page

• Changed word "automotive" to "junction"; update pin names to TI nomenclature ................................................................ 1

• Changed Handling Ratings to ESD Ratings table; moved Storage temperature to Ab Max.................................................. 4
• Changed wording of first sentence of Low Dropout Voltage section .................................................................................. 10
• Changed wording of first sentence of Application Information section ................................................................................ 12
• Added IOUT = 5 mA to "RMS noise" and "PSRR" rows......................................................................................................... 12

Changes from Revision D (April 2013) to Revision E Page

• Added Device Information and Handling Rating tables, Feature Description, Device Functional Modes, Application
and Implementation, Power Supply Recommendations, Layout, Device and Documentation Support, and
Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information sections; moved some curves to Application Curves section;
update new thermal values..................................................................................................................................................... 1

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5 Pin Configuration and Functions

3 Pins
TO-220 (NDE)
Top View

3 Pins 3 Pins
DDPAK/TO-263 (KTT) DDPAK/TO-263 (KTT)
Top View Side View

Pin Functions
PIN
I/O DESCRIPTION
NAME NO.
GND 1 — Ground.
IN 2 I Input voltage.
OUT 3 O Regulated output voltage.

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6 Specifications
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
(1) (2)
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)
MIN MAX UNIT
Input voltage –26 0.3 V
(3)
Power dissipation Internally limited
Junction temperature (TJmax) 125 °C
Storage temperature, Tstg –65 150 °C

(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
(2) If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/Distributors for availability and
specifications.
(3) The maximum power dissipation is a function of TJmax, RθJA, and TA. The maximum allowable power dissipation at any ambient
temperature is PD = (TJmax − TA)/RθJA. If this dissipation is exceeded, the die temperature will rise above 125°C, and the LM2990 will
eventually go into thermal shutdown at a TJ of approximately 160°C. Please refer to Thermal Information for more details.

6.2 ESD Ratings

VALUE UNIT
(1)
V(ESD) Electrostatic discharge Human-body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 ±2000 V

(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.

6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions

over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted) (1)
MIN NOM MAX UNIT
Junction temperature (TJ) –40 125 °C
Input voltage (operational) –26 –6 V

(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.

6.4 Thermal Information

LM2990S LM2990T
THERMAL METRIC (1) TO-263 (KTT) TO-220 (NDE) UNIT
3 PINS 3 PINS
RθJA Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance, High-K 41.3 22.8
RθJC(top) Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance 43 15.7
RθJB Junction-to-board thermal resistance 23.2 4.2
°C/W
ψJT Junction-to-top characterization parameter 11.3 2.2
ψJB Junction-to-board characterization parameter 20.4 4.2
RθJC(bot) Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance 0.5 0.7

(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the IC Package Thermal Metrics application report, SPRA953.

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6.5 Electrical Characteristics: –5 V and –5.2 V

VIN = −5 V + VOUT(NOM) (1), IOUT = 1 A, COUT = 47 μF, unless otherwise specified. All limits apply for TJ = 25°C, unless otherwise
indicated in the Test Conditions.
LM2990 –5V LM2990 –5.2V
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS UNIT
MIN (2) TYP (3) MAX (2) MIN (2) TYP (3) MAX (2)
5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A −5.1 –5 –4.9 −5.3 –5.2 –5.1 V
Output voltage
(VOUT) 5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
–5.25 –5 −4.75 –5.46 –5.2 –4.94 V
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
IOUT = 5 mA,
Line regulation 4 40 4 40 mV
VO(NOM) −1 V > VIN > −26 V
Load regulation 50 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A 1 40 1 40 mV
IOUT = 0.1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
0.1 0.3 0.1 0.3 V
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
Dropout voltage
IOUT = 1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
0.6 1 0.6 1 V
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
Quiescent IOUT ≤ 1 A 1 5 1 5
mA
current (Iq) IOUT = 1 A, VIN = VOUT(NOM) 9 50 9 50
Short circuit RL = 1 Ω (4)
1.5 1.8 1.5 1.8 A
current
Maximum output
See (4) 1.5 1.8 1.5 1.8 A
current
Ripple rejection Vripple = 1 Vrms,
50 58 50 58 dB(min)
ƒripple = 1 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA
Output noise 10 Hz to 100 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA μV(max)
250 750 250 750
voltage
Long-term 1000 Hours ppm
2000 2000
stability

(1) VOUT(NOM) is the nominal (typical) regulator output voltage, −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V or −15 V.
(2) Limits are specified and 100% production tested.
(3) Typicals are at TJ = 25°C and represent the most likely parametric norm.
(4) The short circuit current is less than the maximum output current with the −12 V and −15 V versions due to internal foldback current
limiting. The −5 V and −5.2 V versions, tested with a lower input voltage, does not reach the foldback current limit and therefore
conducts a higher short circuit current level. If the LM2990 output is pulled above ground, the maximum allowed current sunk back into
the LM2990 is 1.5 A.

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6.6 Electrical Characteristics: –12 V and –15 V

VIN = −5 V + VOUT(NOM) (1), IOUT = 1 A, COUT = 47 μF, unless otherwise specified. All limits apply for TJ = 25°C, unless otherwise
indicated in the Test Conditions.
LM2990 –12V LM2990 –15V
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS UNIT
MIN (2) TYP (3) MAX (2) MIN (2) TYP (3) MAX (2)
5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A −12.24 –12 –11.76 −15.30 –15 –14.70 V
Output voltage
(VOUT) 5 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A
–12.60 –12 −11.40 –15.75 –15 –14.25 V
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
IOUT = 5 mA,
Line regulation 6 60 6 60 mV
VOUT(NOM) −1 V > VIN > −26 V
Load regulation 50 mA ≤ IOUT ≤ 1 A 3 50 3 50 mV
IOUT = 0.1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
0.1 0.3 0.1 0.3 V
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
Dropout voltage
IOUT = 1 A, ΔVOUT ≤ 100 mV
0.6 1 0.6 1 V
−40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 125°C
Quiescent IOUT ≤ 1 A 1 5 1 5
mA
current (Iq) IOUT = 1 A, VIN = VOUT(NOM) 9 50 9 50
Short circuit RL = 1 Ω (4)
0.9 1.2 0.75 1.2 A
current
Maximum output
See (4) 1.4 1.8 1.4 1.8 A
current
Ripple rejection Vripple = 1 Vrms,
42 52 42 52 dB(min)
ƒripple = 1 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA
Output noise 10 Hz to 100 kHz, IOUT = 5 mA μV(max)
500 1500 500 1500
voltage
Long-term 1000 hours ppm
2000 2000
stability

(1) VOUT(NOM) is the nominal (typical) regulator output voltage, −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V or −15 V.
(2) Limits are specified and 100% production tested.
(3) Typicals are at TJ = 25°C and represent the most likely parametric norm.
(4) The short circuit current is less than the maximum output current with the −12 V and −15 V versions due to internal foldback current
limiting. The −5 V and −5.2 V versions, tested with a lower input voltage, does not reach the foldback current limit and therefore
conducts a higher short circuit current level. If the LM2990 output is pulled above ground, the maximum allowed current sunk back into
the LM2990 is 1.5 A.

6.7 Typical Characteristics

Figure 1. Dropout Voltage Figure 2. Normalized Output Voltage

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Typical Characteristics (continued)

Figure 3. LM2990-5.0 and LM2990-5.2 Quiescent Current Figure 4. LM2990-12 Quiescent Current

Figure 5. LM2990-15 Quiescent Current Figure 6. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Low Voltage Behavior

Figure 7. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Line Transient Figure 8. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Load Transient
Response Response

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Typical Characteristics (continued)

Figure 9. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Low-Voltage Behavior Figure 10. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Line Transient
Response

Figure 11. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Load Transient

Response Figure 12. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Ripple Rejection

Figure 13. LM2990-5 and LM2990-5.2 Output Impedance Figure 14. Maximum Output Current

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Typical Characteristics (continued)

Figure 15. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Ripple Rejection Figure 16. LM2990-12 and LM2990-15 Output Impedance

Figure 17. Maximum Output Current Figure 18. Maximum Power Dissipation (TO-220)

The maximum power dissipation is a function of TJmax, RθJA, and TA. The maximum allowable power dissipation at any ambient
temperature is PD = (TJmax − TA)/RθJA. If this dissipation is exceeded, the die temperature will rise above 125°C, and the LM2990 will
eventually go into thermal shutdown at a TJ of approximately 160°C. Please refer to Thermal Information for more details.

Figure 19. Maximum Power Dissipation (TO-263)

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7 Detailed Description

7.1 Overview

The LM2990 is a three-terminal, low dropout, 1-A negative voltage regulator available with fixed output voltages
of −5, −5.2, −12, and −15 V. The LM2990 is a negative power supply ideally suited for a dual-supply system
when using together with LM2940 series. The device may also be used as a fixed or adjustable current sink load.

7.2 Functional Block Diagram

Pass Device
IN OUT

Reference

Error Amp

GND

7.3 Feature Description

7.3.1 Fixed Output-Voltage Options

The LM2990 provides 4 fixed output options: −5 V, −5.2 V, −12 V, and −15 V. Output voltage accuracy is
ensured to ±5% over load and temperature extremes.

7.3.2 Low Dropout Voltage

Generally speaking, the dropout voltage (VDO) refers to the voltage difference between the IN pin and the OUT
pin when the PNP pass element is fully on and is characterized by the classic Collector-to-Emitter saturation
voltage, VCE(SAT). VDO indirectly specifies a minimum input voltage above the nominal programmed output voltage
at which the output voltage is expected to remain within its accuracy boundary.

7.3.3 Short Circuit Protection (Current Limit)

The internal current limit circuit is used to protect the LDO against high-load current faults or shorting events. The
LDO is not designed to operate in a steady-state current limit. During a current-limit event, the LDO sources
constant current. Therefore, the output voltage falls when load impedance decreases. Note also that if a current
limit occurs and the resulting output voltage is low, excessive power may be dissipated across the LDO, resulting
in a thermal shutdown of the output. A fold back feature limits the short-circuit current to protect the regulator
from damage under all load conditions. If OUT is forced below 0 V before EN goes high, and the load current
required exceeds the fold back current limit, the device may not start up correctly.

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Feature Description (continued)

7.3.4 Thermal Protection
The device contains a thermal shutdown protection circuit to turn off the output current when excessive heat is
dissipated in the LDO. The thermal time-constant of the semiconductor die is fairly short, and thus the output
cycles on and off at a high rate when thermal shutdown is reached until the power dissipation is reduced. The
internal protection circuitry of the device is designed to protect against thermal overload conditions. The circuitry
is not intended to replace proper heat sinking. Continuously running the device into thermal shutdown degrades
its reliability.

7.4 Device Functional Modes

7.4.1 Operation with VOUT(TARGET) –5 V ≥ VIN > –26 V

The device operates if the input voltage is within VOUT(TARGET) –5 V to –26 V range. At input voltages beyond the
VIN requirement, the devices do not operate correctly, and output voltage may not reach target value.

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8 Application and Implementation

NOTE
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component
specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are
responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.

8.1 Application Information

The LM2990 is a 1-A negative voltage regulator with an operating VIN range of –6 V to –26 V, and a regulated
VOUT having 5% accuracy with a maximum rated IOUT current of 1 A. Efficiency is defined by the ratio of output
voltage to input voltage because the LM2990 is a linear voltage regulator. To achieve high efficiency, the dropout
voltage (VIN – VOUT) must be as small as possible, thus requiring a very low dropout LDO.
Successfully implementing an LDO in an application depends on the application requirements. If the
requirements are simply input voltage and output voltage, compliance specifications (such as internal power
dissipation or stability) must be verified to ensure a solid design. If timing, start-up, noise, PSRR, or any other
transient specification is required, the design becomes more challenging.

8.2 Typical Application

8.2.1 –5 V Post Regulator for an Isolated Switching Power Supply

Figure 20. Post Regulator for an Isolated Switching Power Supply

8.2.1.1 Design Requirements

For this design example, use the parameters listed in Table 1 as the input parameters.

Table 1. Design Parameters

DESIGN PARAMETER DESIGN REQUIREMENT
Input voltage –10 V, provided by the DC-DC converter switching at 1 MHz
Output voltage -5 V, ±10%
Output current 5 mA to 400 mA
RMS noise, 10 Hz to 100 kHz < 1 mVRMS, IOUT = 5 mA
PSRR at 1KHz > 45 dB, IOUT = 5 mA

8.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure

At 400-mA loading, the dropout of the LM2990 has 1-V maximum dropout over temperature, thus an –5 V
headroom is sufficient for operation over both input and output voltage accuracy. The efficiency of the LM2990 in
this configuration is VOUT / VIN = 50%.
To achieve the smallest form factor, the TO-263(KTT) package is selected. Input and output capacitors should be
selected in accordance with the External Capacitors section. Aluminum capacitances of 470 μF for the input and
50-μF capacitors for the output are selected. With an efficiency of 50% and a 400-mA maximum load, the internal
power dissipation is 2000 mW, which corresponds to 82.5°C junction temperature rise for the TO-263 package.
With an 25°C ambient temperature, the junction temperature is at 107.5°C.
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8.2.1.2.1 External Capacitors

The LM2990 regulator requires an output capacitor to maintain stability. The capacitor must be at least 10-μF
aluminum electrolytic or 1-μF solid tantalum. The equivalent series resistance (ESR) of the output capacitor must
be less than 10 Ω, or the zero added to the regulator frequency response by the ESR could reduce the phase
margin, creating oscillations. An input capacitor, of at least 1-μF solid tantalum or 10-μF aluminum electrolytic, is
also needed if the regulator is situated more than 6 from the input power supply filter.

8.2.1.2.2 Forcing The Output Positive

Due to an internal clamp circuit, the LM2990 can withstand positive voltages on its output. If the voltage source
pulling the output positive is DC, the current must be limited to 1.5 A. A current over 1.5 A fed back into the
LM2990 could damage the device. The LM2990 output can also withstand fast positive voltage transients up to
26V, without any current limiting of the source. However, if the transients have a duration of over 1 ms, the
output should be clamped with a Schottky diode to ground.

Figure 21. Output Capacitor ESR

8.2.1.3 Application Curves

Figure 22. LM2990-5 Line Transient Response Figure 23. LM2990-5 Load Transient Response

8.2.2 Fixed or Adjustable Current Sink

The LM2990 is configurable as a fixed or adjustable current sink. As Figure 24 and Figure 25 show, the sink
current is determined by the resistor value — to achieve adjustable sink current, add one adjustable resistor
between output and load.

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Figure 24. Fixed Current Sink Figure 25. Adjustable Current Sink

8.2.2.1 Design Requirements

See Design Requirements.

8.2.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure

See Detailed Design Procedure.

8.2.2.3 Application Curves

See Application Curves.

9 Power Supply Recommendations

The LM2990 is designed to operate from an input voltage supply range between –6 V and –26 V. The input
voltage range should provides adequate headroom in order for the device to have a regulated output. This input
supply must be well regulated.

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10 Layout

10.1 Layout Guidelines

For best overall performance, place all circuit components on the same side of the circuit board and as near as
practical to the respective LDO pin connections. Place ground return connections to the input and output
capacitor, and to the LDO ground pin as close to each other as possible, connected by a wide, component-side,
copper surface. The use of vias and long traces to create LDO circuit connections is strongly discouraged and
negatively affects system performance. This grounding and layout scheme minimizes inductive parasitics, and
thereby reduces load-current transients, minimizes noise, and increases circuit stability. A ground reference
plane is also recommended and is either embedded in the PCB itself or located on the bottom side of the PCB
opposite the components. This reference plane serves to assure accuracy of the output voltage, shield noise,
and behaves similar to a thermal plane to spread (or sink) heat from the LDO device. In most applications, this
ground plane is necessary to meet thermal requirements.

10.2 Layout Example

INPUT

1 2 3
GND

IN

OUT

+
VIN
Input
Capacitor +

Output
VOUT
Capacitor

Figure 26. LM2990 TO-263 Board Layout

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11 Device and Documentation Support

11.1 Device Support

11.1.1 Device Nomenclature

Dropout Voltage: The input-output voltage differential at which the circuit ceases to regulate against further
reduction in input voltage. Measured when the output voltage has dropped 100 mV from the
nominal value obtained at (VOUT + 5 V) input, dropout voltage is dependent upon load current and
junction temperature.
Input Voltage: The DC voltage applied to the input terminals with respect to ground.
Input-Output Differential: The voltage difference between the unregulated input voltage and the regulated
output voltage for which the regulator will operate.
Line Regulation: The change in output voltage for a change in the input voltage. The measurement is made
under conditions of low dissipation or by using pulse techniques such that the average chip
temperature is not significantly affected.
Load Regulation: The change in output voltage for a change in load current at constant chip temperature.
Long Term Stability: Output voltage stability under accelerated life-test conditions after 1000 hours with
maximum rated voltage and junction temperature.
Output Noise Voltage: The rms AC voltage at the output, with constant load and no input ripple, measured over
a specified frequency range.
Quiescent Current: That part of the positive input current that does not contribute to the positive load current.
The regulator ground lead current.
Ripple Rejection: The ratio of the peak-to-peak input ripple voltage to the peak-to-peak output ripple voltage.
Temperature Stability of VOUT: The percentage change in output voltage for a thermal variation from room
temperature to either temperature extreme.

11.2 Trademarks
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
11.3 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam
during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates.

11.4 Glossary
SLYZ022 — TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.

12 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information

The following pages include mechanical, packaging, and orderable information. This information is the most
current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of
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PACKAGING INFORMATION

Orderable Device Status Package Type Package Pins Package Eco Plan Lead/Ball Finish MSL Peak Temp Op Temp (°C) Device Marking Samples
(1) Drawing Qty (2) (6) (3) (4/5)

LM2990S-12 NRND DDPAK/ KTT 3 45 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 -12 P+
LM2990S-12/NOPB ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 45 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 Exempt) -12 P+
LM2990S-15 NRND DDPAK/ KTT 3 45 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 -15 P+
LM2990S-15/NOPB ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 45 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 Exempt) -15 P+
LM2990S-5.0 ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 45 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 -5.0 P+
LM2990S-5.0/NOPB ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 45 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 Exempt) -5.0 P+
LM2990SX-12 NRND DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 -12 P+
LM2990SX-12/NOPB ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 Exempt) -12 P+
LM2990SX-15 NRND DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 -15 P+
LM2990SX-15/NOPB ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 Exempt) -15 P+
LM2990SX-5.0 ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 -5.0 P+
LM2990SX-5.0/NOPB ACTIVE DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-3-245C-168 HR -40 to 125 LM2990S
TO-263 Exempt) -5.0 P+
LM2990T-12 NRND TO-220 NDE 3 45 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990T
-12 P+
LM2990T-12/NOPB ACTIVE TO-220 NDE 3 45 Green (RoHS CU SN Level-1-NA-UNLIM -40 to 125 LM2990T
& no Sb/Br) -12 P+
LM2990T-15 NRND TO-220 NDE 3 45 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990T
-15 P+
LM2990T-15/NOPB ACTIVE TO-220 NDE 3 45 Green (RoHS CU SN Level-1-NA-UNLIM -40 to 125 LM2990T
& no Sb/Br) -15 P+
LM2990T-5.0 NRND TO-220 NDE 3 45 TBD Call TI Call TI -40 to 125 LM2990T
-5.0 P+

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Orderable Device Status Package Type Package Pins Package Eco Plan Lead/Ball Finish MSL Peak Temp Op Temp (°C) Device Marking Samples
(1) Drawing Qty (2) (6) (3) (4/5)

LM2990T-5.0/NOPB ACTIVE TO-220 NDE 3 45 Pb-Free (RoHS CU SN Level-1-NA-UNLIM -40 to 125 LM2990T
Exempt) -5.0 P+
LM2990T-5.2/NOPB ACTIVE TO-220 NDE 3 45 Green (RoHS CU SN Level-1-NA-UNLIM -40 to 125 LM2990T
& no Sb/Br) -5.2 P+

(1)
The marketing status values are defined as follows:
ACTIVE: Product device recommended for new designs.
LIFEBUY: TI has announced that the device will be discontinued, and a lifetime-buy period is in effect.
NRND: Not recommended for new designs. Device is in production to support existing customers, but TI does not recommend using this part in a new design.
PREVIEW: Device has been announced but is not in production. Samples may or may not be available.
OBSOLETE: TI has discontinued the production of the device.

(2)
Eco Plan - The planned eco-friendly classification: Pb-Free (RoHS), Pb-Free (RoHS Exempt), or Green (RoHS & no Sb/Br) - please check http://www.ti.com/productcontent for the latest availability
information and additional product content details.
TBD: The Pb-Free/Green conversion plan has not been defined.
Pb-Free (RoHS): TI's terms "Lead-Free" or "Pb-Free" mean semiconductor products that are compatible with the current RoHS requirements for all 6 substances, including the requirement that
lead not exceed 0.1% by weight in homogeneous materials. Where designed to be soldered at high temperatures, TI Pb-Free products are suitable for use in specified lead-free processes.
Pb-Free (RoHS Exempt): This component has a RoHS exemption for either 1) lead-based flip-chip solder bumps used between the die and package, or 2) lead-based die adhesive used between
the die and leadframe. The component is otherwise considered Pb-Free (RoHS compatible) as defined above.
Green (RoHS & no Sb/Br): TI defines "Green" to mean Pb-Free (RoHS compatible), and free of Bromine (Br) and Antimony (Sb) based flame retardants (Br or Sb do not exceed 0.1% by weight
in homogeneous material)

(3)
MSL, Peak Temp. - The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating according to the JEDEC industry standard classifications, and peak solder temperature.

(4)
There may be additional marking, which relates to the logo, the lot trace code information, or the environmental category on the device.

(5)
Multiple Device Markings will be inside parentheses. Only one Device Marking contained in parentheses and separated by a "~" will appear on a device. If a line is indented then it is a continuation
of the previous line and the two combined represent the entire Device Marking for that device.

(6)
Lead/Ball Finish - Orderable Devices may have multiple material finish options. Finish options are separated by a vertical ruled line. Lead/Ball Finish values may wrap to two lines if the finish
value exceeds the maximum column width.

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In no event shall TI's liability arising out of such information exceed the total purchase price of the TI part(s) at issue in this document sold by TI to Customer on an annual basis.

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*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package Package Pins SPQ Reel Reel A0 B0 K0 P1 W Pin1
Type Drawing Diameter Width (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Quadrant
(mm) W1 (mm)
LM2990SX-12 DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 330.0 24.4 10.75 14.85 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
TO-263
LM2990SX-12/NOPB DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 330.0 24.4 10.75 14.85 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
TO-263
LM2990SX-15 DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 330.0 24.4 10.75 14.85 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
TO-263
LM2990SX-15/NOPB DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 330.0 24.4 10.75 14.85 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
TO-263
LM2990SX-5.0 DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 330.0 24.4 10.75 14.85 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
TO-263
LM2990SX-5.0/NOPB DDPAK/ KTT 3 500 330.0 24.4 10.75 14.85 5.0 16.0 24.0 Q2
TO-263

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Device Package Type Package Drawing Pins SPQ Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm)
LM2990SX-12 DDPAK/TO-263 KTT 3 500 367.0 367.0 45.0
LM2990SX-12/NOPB DDPAK/TO-263 KTT 3 500 367.0 367.0 45.0
LM2990SX-15 DDPAK/TO-263 KTT 3 500 367.0 367.0 45.0
LM2990SX-15/NOPB DDPAK/TO-263 KTT 3 500 367.0 367.0 45.0
LM2990SX-5.0 DDPAK/TO-263 KTT 3 500 367.0 367.0 45.0
LM2990SX-5.0/NOPB DDPAK/TO-263 KTT 3 500 367.0 367.0 45.0

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