What this boost converter does that others miss
The TPS61015DGS is a fixed 3V output step-up (boost) converter from Texas Instruments, built around a 1A internal switch. The 500kHz switching frequency keeps the inductor small, while the integrated synchronous rectifier improves efficiency at moderate loads.
Sizing the output for your load
The 1A switch current rating is the peak current through the inductor, not the continuous output current. For a 3V output from a 1.2V input, the output capability is limited by the switch current limit. That simplifies the layout and reduces BOM count, but it also means the output voltage is non-negotiable — if your load needs 3.3V or 5V, look at the adjustable siblings.
For BOM planning, the base product number TPS61015 covers multiple output voltage and package variants. If the 10-VSSOP fixed 3V version is unavailable, the adjustable TPS61010DGS (same package, same pinout) can be configured to 3V with two resistors — a drop-in footprint alternative worth qualifying early.
