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TPS60403: output impedance when cascaded

Other Parts Discussed in Thread: TPS60403, LM2776

We have question about TPS60403.

In datasheet p.17,

Two devices can be cascaded to produce an even larger negative voltage (see Figure 30). The unloaded output voltage is normally -2 × VI ,

but this is reduced slightly by the output resistance of the first device multiplied by the quiescent current of the second. When cascading more than two devices,

the output resistance rises dramatically.

We use this device in 3 series about cascaded.

you say that cascading more than two devices,the output resistance rises dramatically.

How is the resistance if we use cascading three devices?

If cascading device doubled or tripled, will output resistance doubled or tripled?

     Impedance at 25℃ : 15Ω(max)  (in datasheet p.5)

     cascading 2 series : output resistance is 30Ω(15Ω x 2)

     cascading 3 series : output resistance is 45Ω(15Ω x 3)

Is this understanding correct?

Do you have any formula?

Best regards,

Takahiro Nishizawa

  • Hi Nishizawa-san,

    I edited the title of your post to state your actual question.  Please do not use the word 'question' in a post title.  We know that you have a question.  Instead, please state what your question is, in the title.

    This cascaded circuit is well studied and known as a Cockcroft-Walton multiplier: 

    The first external link on that page (you tube video) explains the circuit.  Around minute 16 is commentary on output impedance.

    If you need lower output impedance, please use LM2776.