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This tiny DC-DC buck-boost converter automatically steps voltage up or down to deliver a stable 5 V output from a 3–15 V input. About the size of a coin (17 ...

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This tiny DC-DC buck-boost converter automatically steps voltage up or down to deliver a stable 5 V output from a 3–15 V input. About the size of a coin (17 × 13 mm), it's ideal for embedding in projects where space is tight and a reliable 5 V supply is needed.

With a maximum output current of 600 mA, up to 85% conversion efficiency, and a quiescent current of just 180 µA, this module suits battery-powered and portable applications.

Key Features

  • Automatic Buck-Boost – Steps up or down to maintain 5 V output
  • Wide Input Range – 3–15 V DC
  • Stable 5 V Output – ±0.1 V accuracy, <50 mV ripple
  • 600 mA Peak Output – Sufficient for microcontrollers and sensors
  • Ultra-Compact – Just 17 × 13 mm
  • Low Quiescent Current – 180 µA no-load draw

Specifications

  • Input Voltage: 3–15 V DC
  • Output Voltage: 5 V (±0.1 V)
  • Max Output Current: 600 mA (peak)
  • Output Ripple: <50 mV (Vpp)
  • Quiescent Current: 180 µA
  • Max Efficiency: ~85%
  • Operating Temperature: −40 to +85 °C
  • Dimensions: 17 × 13 mm
  • Service Life: 30,000 hours
  • Isolation: Non-isolated

Pinout

  • Vi+ – Power supply input (3–15 V DC)
  • Vi− – Input ground
  • Vo+ – 5 V output
  • Vo− – Output ground

Ideal For

  • DIY power banks and portable power supplies
  • Microcontroller and sensor power regulation
  • Battery-powered projects (single-cell Li-ion to 12 V)
Warning: Do not exceed 15 V input or sustain 600 mA output for extended periods, as this may reduce module life or cause damage. For higher load currents, increase the minimum input voltage to ensure stable operation.

Jargon buster

Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.

boost converter
A boost converter is a power circuit that raises a lower input voltage to a higher output voltage. It matters here because the board can power a sensor that needs a higher supply voltage while still using a single connector for power and data.
microcontroller
A microcontroller is a small computer on a chip that runs your program and controls connected inputs and outputs. For this product, it is the part that reads buttons and sensors, drives the display and speaker, and communicates over Bluetooth.

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