2A step-down regulator for 3V to 5.5V rails
The LM2832YMY/NOPB is a non-synchronous buck regulator that delivers 2A continuous output from a 3V to 5.5V input rail — the input covers single-cell Li-ion (3.0-4.2V), 3.3V, and 5V regulated supplies without a pre-regulator. The adjustable output, set by an external resistor divider, spans 0.6V to 4.5V, so the same BOM position serves 1.2V core, 1.8V I/O, 2.5V analog, or 3.3V peripheral rails.
Switching frequency and inductor selection
Because the part lacks a synchronous rectifier, the freewheeling diode is external — a Schottky with a forward rating matching the 2A output and a reverse voltage above 5.5V is needed; the diode's forward drop adds to the total conduction loss, so the efficiency peak sits around 1-1.5A rather than at full load.
