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MIC2185YM-TR
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IC REG CTRLR BUCK 16SOIC
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Buck Regulator Positive Output Step-Down DC-DC Controller IC 16-SOIC
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MIC2185YM-TR

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MIC2185YM-TR-DG
MIC2185YM-TR

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IC REG CTRLR BUCK 16SOIC

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2300 Pcs New Original In Stock
Buck Regulator Positive Output Step-Down DC-DC Controller IC 16-SOIC
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  • 500 1.6317 815.8500
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MIC2185YM-TR Technical Specifications

Category Power Management (PMIC), DC DC Switching Controllers

Manufacturer Microchip Technology

Packaging -

Series -

Product Status Obsolete

Output Type Transistor Driver

Function Step-Down

Output Configuration Positive

Topology Buck

Number of Outputs 1

Output Phases 1

Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.9V ~ 14V

Frequency - Switching 400kHz

Duty Cycle (Max) 100%

Synchronous Rectifier No

Clock Sync Yes

Serial Interfaces -

Control Features Enable, Frequency Control, Soft Start

Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)

Mounting Type Surface Mount

Package / Case 16-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)

Supplier Device Package 16-SOIC

Base Product Number MIC2185

Datasheet & Documents

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MIC2185YM-TR-DG

Environmental & Export Classification

RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status REACH Unaffected
ECCN EAR99
HTSUS 8542.39.0001

Additional Information

Other Names
MIC2185YMTR
MIC2185YMTR-DG
MIC2185YM TR-DG
MIC2185YM TR
Standard Package
2,500

Alternative Parts

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MIC2196YM-TR
Microchip Technology
2849
MIC2196YM-TR-DG
2.5567
MFR Recommended
MIC2186YM-TR
Microchip Technology
1052
MIC2186YM-TR-DG
3.5573
MFR Recommended

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can the MIC2185YM-TR be used in a design requiring synchronous rectification, and what are the risks if it's replaced with a synchronous controller like the MIC2196YM-TR?

The MIC2185YM-TR does not support synchronous rectification as it drives an external N-channel FET with a bootstrap gate driver and requires a catch diode. Replacing it with the MIC2196YM-TR introduces synchronous rectification capability, which improves efficiency but requires careful layout to avoid shoot-through and increased complexity in gate drive timing. If you replace the MIC2185YM-TR with the MIC2196YM-TR, ensure your PCB layout and gate drive strength support low-side FET switching, and verify thermal performance under light loads where synchronous controllers may suffer from reverse current. The MIC2185YM-TR remains suitable for cost-sensitive, moderate-efficiency applications where the simplicity of asynchronous topology is preferred.

Is the MIC2185YM-TR suitable for high-density board designs with tight thermal constraints, and how does its SOIC package affect thermal performance?

The MIC2185YM-TR uses a standard 16-SOIC package without an exposed thermal pad, which limits its thermal dissipation capability compared to modern QFN or TDFN packages. In high-density designs with limited airflow and multiple power stages, the MIC2185YM-TR may exhibit elevated junction temperatures, especially when driving high gate-charge MOSFETs at 400kHz. To mitigate thermal risk, use generous copper pours on VCC, GND, and SW nodes, minimize via thermal resistance, and consider derating maximum ambient temperature below 85°C. For thermally constrained layouts, consider migrating to a newer controller with better thermal performance, even if pin compatibility is not direct.

What design considerations are required when replacing the obsolete MIC2185YM-TR with the MIC2186YM-TR in an existing buck converter?

When replacing the MIC2185YM-TR with the MIC2186YM-TR, verify compatibility in switching frequency range and enable logic thresholds, as the MIC2186YM-TR has similar 400kHz nominal frequency but may differ in soft-start duration and light-load behavior. The MIC2186YM-TR also lacks internal synchronous rectification, making it a closer pin-compatible substitute than the MIC2196YM-TR. However, check bootstrap diode selection and gate drive strength, as drive capability differences may affect FET turn-on losses. Update compensation networks if loop response changes, and re-validate efficiency and thermal performance under full load. Always confirm long-term availability of the MIC2186YM-TR before committing to re-design.

How does the 100% duty cycle capability of the MIC2185YM-TR impact performance in low-dropout applications, and what are the trade-offs?

The MIC2185YM-TR supports up to 100% duty cycle, enabling operation in low-dropout scenarios where input voltage approaches the output (e.g., 3.3V to 3.0V conversion), which is advantageous for maintaining regulation during brownout conditions. However, in 100% duty mode, the converter effectively becomes a pass-through, losing PWM control and ripple regulation. Ensure your application can tolerate increased output ripple and reduced transient response during dropout. Additionally, since the MIC2185YM-TR lacks synchronous rectification, it cannot regulate down to 0% duty cycle efficiently — this asymmetry limits performance in wide input range designs. Use input filtering and voltage margining to reduce dependency on sustained 100% duty operation.

What are the reliability risks of using the obsolete MIC2185YM-TR in new designs, and how does its clock synchronization feature affect system-level EMI when paralleling controllers?

Using the obsolete MIC2185YM-TR in new designs carries supply chain risks due to limited future availability, increasing cost and lifecycle management concerns. For long-term reliability, consider redesigning with an active-part alternative such as the MIC2186YM-TR. Regarding EMI, the MIC2185YM-TR's clock sync feature allows external synchronization to a system master clock, which helps control switching noise in noisy mixed-signal environments. When synchronizing multiple MIC2185YM-TR devices, ensure proper PCB layout isolation between clock lines and power stages to avoid coupling noise, and use matched trace lengths to prevent phase skew. However, since it lacks phase interleaving support, paralleled units will increase input ripple current, requiring larger input capacitance to maintain reliability in high-current applications.

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