The recommended PCB layout for optimal thermal performance involves placing the device on a 2-layer or 4-layer board with a solid ground plane, using thermal vias to connect the exposed pad to the ground plane, and keeping the copper traces as short and wide as possible to minimize thermal resistance.
To ensure the device is properly biased for stable operation, make sure to provide a stable input voltage within the recommended range, use a suitable output capacitor to filter the output voltage, and ensure the enable pin is properly biased to turn the device on or off.
The maximum output current you can draw from the AP7361-12FGE-7 is 1A, but it's recommended to derate the output current based on the ambient temperature and the device's thermal performance to ensure reliable operation.
To protect the device from overvoltage and undervoltage conditions, use a voltage supervisor or a voltage monitor to detect and respond to voltage faults, and consider adding overvoltage protection (OVP) and undervoltage protection (UVP) circuits to the design.
The recommended input capacitor value and type for the AP7361-12FGE-7 is a 10uF to 22uF X5R or X7R ceramic capacitor, which provides a low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and is suitable for high-frequency switching applications.
AP7361-12FGE-7 datasheet
by Diodes Incorporated
