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As a leader in chip programming, Acroview Technology, while releasing the new version of its programming software, officially announced further expansion of its compatible chip model coverage. The company's core product, the universal programming platform AP8000, has now achieved full compatibility with MPS's synchronous step-down switching mode converter MPQ82D00GQT.

The MPQ82D00GQT is a fully integrated high-frequency synchronous step-down switching mode converter with an integrated PMBus interface. The device can deliver up to 20A output current (IOUT) over a wide input voltage range, while providing excellent load regulation and line regulation, enabling a compact solution. The MPQ82D00GQT maintains high efficiency across a wide IOUT load range.

The MPQ82D00GQT adopts constant on-time (COT) control, enabling fast transient response and simplifying loop stability design. Its operating frequency can be easily set to 600kHz, 800kHz, 1000kHz, or 1200kHz through the MODE1 configuration pin, or configured via the PMBus interface.

The output voltage (VOUT) of the MPQ82D00GQT can be configured by a resistor on the MODE2 pin. It features direct output sensing and can monitor VOUT through the PMBus serial interface. Through this interface, VOUT can also be adjusted in real time, and the voltage transition slew rate as well as hiccup/latch-off protection can be configured. In addition, the device uses an open-drain power good (PG) signal to indicate whether the output voltage is within the rated range.

The MPQ82D00GQT's comprehensive protection features include overcurrent protection (OCP), overvoltage protection (OVP), undervoltage protection (UVP), and overtemperature protection (OTP).

The MPQ82D00GQT requires very few standard peripheral components for design and is available in TQFN-19 (3×3mm) or TQFN-19 (3×3.5mm) packages.

Product Features and Benefits

• Compliant with PMBus 1.4 standard, supporting 1.5V, 1.8V, and 3.3V bus voltages

• Wide input voltage (VIN) range

• 2.7V to 16V (external 3.3V VCC bias)

• 4V to 16V (internal bias or external 3.3V VCC bias)

• 20A continuous output current (IOUT)

• No BOM configuration required

• Integrated low on-resistance (RDS(ON)) power MOSFETs

• Proprietary switching loss reduction technology

• Adaptive constant on-time (COT) control for ultra-fast transient response

• Stable operation with zero-ESR output capacitors

• 0.3V to 5.5V configurable output voltage (VOUT)

• ±0.5% reference voltage (VREF) accuracy over a junction temperature (TJ) range of -40°C to +150°C

• VOUT and IOUT readback through the PMBus interface with 5% accuracy

• "Black box" function for fault information logging

• Enhanced register read/write protection for improved security

• Configurable current limit

• VOUT true telemetry

• Selectable frequency hopping mode or forced continuous conduction mode (FCCM)

• Configurable soft-start time

• Supports pre-bias startup

• Selectable switching frequency (fsw): 600kHz, 800kHz, 1000kHz, or 1200kHz

• Hiccup or latch-off mode overcurrent protection (OCP), undervoltage protection (UVP), overtemperature protection (OTP), and overvoltage protection (OVP)

• Available in TQFN-19 (3x3mm) and TQFN-19 (3x3.5mm) packages

Functional Block Diagram

The AP8000 universal programmer independently developed by Acroview Technology has become a benchmark professional programming solution in the industry. The device supports flexible one-to-one and one-to-eight configurations, and provides online and offline dual operating modes. In particular, it has developed dedicated programming solutions for storage chips such as eMMC and UFS, fully covering bare-die offline programming and in-system programming needs for MPS's full range of chips. The AP8000 adopts an innovative modular design with three core modules—host, base board, and adapter socket—giving the device excellent compatibility and scalability. As a universal programming platform, it can not only adapt to various programmable chips on the market, but also, with its stable and efficient performance, serves as a core component of Acroview's automated batch programming equipment IPS5800S, efficiently handling large-scale chip programming tasks and meeting mass production requirements.

The AP8000 host features flexible connection methods and is equipped with both USB and NET interfaces, enabling convenient networking of multiple programmers. Through the networking function, users can easily achieve synchronous control of multiple programmers and efficiently carry out parallel programming operations. In terms of security, the host has a built-in intelligent safety protection circuit that monitors chip placement status and circuit connections in real time. Once abnormalities such as reversed chip insertion or short circuits are detected, it immediately triggers a power-off protection mechanism, comprehensively safeguarding the safe operation of chips and the programmer. The host is equipped with a high-speed FPGA chip, greatly improving data transmission and processing efficiency and ensuring a smooth and efficient programming process.

To enhance ease of use, an SD card slot is provided on the back of the host. Users only need to store project files generated on a PC to an SD card and insert it into the slot, then complete file selection, loading, and programming operations through the programmer's physical buttons, enabling standalone operation without a PC. This design not only reduces dependence on computer hardware configuration, but also simplifies the work environment setup process and significantly improves operational flexibility.

In terms of scalability and compatibility, the AP8000 adopts a modular combination design of base board and adapter boards, effectively expanding the functional boundaries of the host. At present, the device supports products from all mainstream semiconductor manufacturers, covering well-known brands such as SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, and Kingston. It supports a wide range of device types, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, and EMMC, and is fully compatible with various industry-standard file formats such as Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF, providing users with one-stop, full-scenario chip programming solutions.

Company Introduction

About MPS: Monolithic Power Systems (MPS) is a globally renowned high-performance analog semiconductor company headquartered in San Jose, California, USA. Founded in 1997, the company has proprietary innovative process technology and focuses on designing and defining analog and mixed-signal semiconductors for high-performance power management solutions. It has independently developed more than 4,000 power management products, which are widely used in industrial, communications infrastructure, cloud computing, automotive, and consumer electronics fields.

About Acroview Technology: Acroview Technology (ACROVIEW) is a national-level specialized, refined, distinctive and innovative "Little Giant" enterprise engaged in the R&D, production, and sales of semiconductor chip test and programming equipment. The company is committed to empowering customers across the entire industry chain, including Fabless, IDM, OSAT, wafer Fab, and end-device companies, through innovative semiconductor test technologies and solutions. Acroview's pioneering fully automatic burn-in ABI (Auto Burn-In) system greatly improves customers' chip burn-in test efficiency and reduces per-DUT test costs. It also provides customers with equipment products and solutions covering PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT, and programming stages. We perfectly integrate leading product technology advantages, system-level expertise, and a globally deployed R&D and sales service network to create value for customers to gain leadership in market competition.