The LTC3868EGN-1 is a high performance dual step-down switching regulator controller that drives all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stages. A constant frequency current mode architecture allows a phase-lockable frequency of up to 850kHz. Power loss and noise due to the input capacitor ESR are minimized by operating the two controller outputs out of phase.
The 170μA no-load quiescent current extends operating life in battery-powered systems. OPTI-LOOP compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values. The LTC3868EGN-1 features a precision 0.8V reference and a power good output indicator. A wide 4V to 24V input supply range encompasses a wide range of intermediate bus voltages and battery chemistries.
Independent soft-start pins for each controller ramp the output voltages during start-up. Current foldback limits MOSFET heat dissipation during short-circuit conditions. The output short-circuit latchoff feature further protects the circuit in short-circuit conditions.
For a leaded 28-lead SSOP package with a fixed current limit and one PGOOD output, without phase modulation or a clock output, see the LTC3868-1 data sheet.
LTC3868EGN-1 LTC3868-1FeaturesAdjustable Current Limit, Clock Out Pin, Phase Modulation, Two PGOODFixed Current Limit, One PGOODPackageQFN-32SSOP-28Feature
- Low Operating IQ: 170μA (One Channel On)
- Wide Output Voltage Range: 0.8V ≤ VOUT ≤ 14V
- Wide VIN Range: 4V to 24V
- RSENSE or DCR Current Sensing
- Out-of-Phase Controllers Reduce Required Input Capacitance and Power Supply Induced Noise
- OPTI-LOOP® Compensation Minimizes COUT
- Phase-Lockable Frequency (75kHz to 850kHz)
- Programmable Fixed Frequency (50kHz to 900kHz)
- Selectable Continuous, Pulse-Skipping or Burst Mode® Operation at Light Loads
- Very Low Dropout Operation: 99% Duty Cycle
- Adjustable Output Voltage Soft-Start
- Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Output Latchoff Protection During Short Circuit
- Low Shutdown IQ: 8μA
- Internal LDO Powers Gate Drive from VIN or EXTVCC
- No Current Foldback During Start-Up
- Small 5mm × 5mm QFN Package
Applications
- Notebook and Palmtop Computers
- Portable Instruments
- Battery Operated Digital Devices
- Distributed DC Power Systems
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