High-Density Power Module Fits AI-at-the-Edge Applications
The MCPF1412 from Microchip Technology is a high-efficiency, fully integrated point-of-load 12-A power module integrating a 16-V VIN buck converter and support for I2C and PMBus interfaces. Its compact form factor of 5.8 × 4.9 × 1.6 mm and innovative land-grid-array (LDA) package reduce required board space by over 40% compared to traditional discrete solutions.
The module supports standalone operation without a digital interface, allowing designers to easily configure output voltages using simple resistor-divider adjustments and monitor the system via the Power Good output. Other key features of the MCPF1412 include multiple diagnostic functions such as overtemperature, overcurrent, and overvoltage protection for improved performance and reliability. An on-board embedded EEPROM is available for programming the default power-up configuration.
The MCPF1412 is supported by the EV37R94A Evaluation Board and GUI to help developers evaluate their design. The module is available for $5.10 each in 10,000-unit quantities. To learn more about Microchip’s power modules, visit the company's product info page.