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LM5164: Exposed/Thermal Pad dimensions not clear

Part Number: LM5164

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Hello,

with the PCN No. 20240409000.1 I have been informed, that the dimensions of the thermal pad will change.

Firstly, I am wondering how this will not affect the thermal performance and related datasheet values (Rth,jc etc).

Is it true that the thermal performance will not be affected?

When I checked the latest datasheet, I did not find any change log that mentions the thermal pad change:

In Revision A the pad size was specified as 2.4 x 3.1 mm.
In Rev. C on page 33 the pad is specified as 2.7 x 3.4 mm max, whereas on page 37 it is specified as 2.4 x 3.1 mm max.

Which is the correct dimension? And why was the change in pad size, land pattern, stencil design, etc. not indicated in the revision history or PCN?

--> This could have a critical impact on applications if there are requirements for clearances, traces near the pad or even the manufacturing (soldering) process!