The TPS74401 low dropout (LDO) linear regulator provides an easy-to-use power management solution for many high-current applications. The userprogrammed soft-start (SS) input limits inrush current in FPGAs and DSPs. The enable input (EN) and power-good (PG) outputs allow easy sequencing with external regulators. This complete flexibility permits the user to configure a solution that will meet the sequencing requirements of FPGAs, DSPs, and other applications with special startup requirements. A precision reference and error amplifier deliver 1% accuracy over load, line, temperature, and process. The LDO regulator is stable with any or no output capacitor and is fully specified from 40C to +125C. The TPS74401 is offered in a small 5mm x 5mm QFN package, yielding a highly compact total solution size. For applications that require additional power dissipation, the DDPAK (KTW) package is also available.