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Hi all,
I have built a PBC where the LM2621 is used as step up converter according to Chapter 8.2.1 / Fig 13 of the data sheet.
The circuit works fine down to an input voltage of 2.2 V, then when it comes lower, the output voltage drops from 5V to around 3V, and the "SW" output shows some continuous pulse pattern instead of the regulating "bursts".
The input current then rises from 17mA to around 40mA.
My load is a small micro controller and 1 or 2 LEDs, each drawing 5mA or so.
Is there a possible explanation for this behaviour?
I had no problem if the LM2621 just would go into shutdown, and stopped drawing current.
Also, can the C1/C2 tantals be replace by ceramic capacitors ? (I tried both types) or is this a no go ?
best regards,
Jens Kapmeyer