GE864-QUAD V2 Hardware User Guide
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An example of linear regulator with 5V input is:
6.3.1.2.
+12V input Source Power Supply Design Guidelines
The desired output for the power supply is 3.8V,
hence, due to the big difference between the input
source and the desired output, a linear regulator is
not suited and shall not be used. A switching power
supply will be preferable because of its better
efficiency especially with the 2A peak current load
represented by the GE864-QUAD V2.
When using a switching regulator, a 500kHz (or more)
switching frequency regulator is preferable, because
of its smaller inductor size and its faster transient
response. This allows the regulator to respond quickly
to the current peaks absorption.
In any case the frequency and switching design
selection is related to the application to be
developed, due to the fact that the switching
frequency could also generate EMC interferences.
As far as car PB battery, the input voltage can rise
up to 15.8V. This must be kept in mind when choosing
components: all components in the power supply must
withstand this voltage.
A Bypass low ESR capacitor of adequate capacity must
be provided, in order to cut the current absorption
peaks. A 100
μ
F tantalum capacitor is typically used.