The LTC3541EDD combines a synchronous buck DC/DC converter with a very low dropout linear regulator (VLDO) to provide up to two output voltages from a single input voltage with minimal external components. When configured for dual output operation, the LTC3541’s auto start-up feature will bring the Buck output into regulation in a controlled manner prior to enabling the VLDO regulator output without the need for external pin control. VLDO/linear regulator output prior to Buck output sequencing may also be obtained via external pin control. The input voltage range is ideally suited for Li-Ion battery-powered applications, as well as powering sub-3.3V logic from 5V or 3.3V rails.
The synchronous buck converter provides a high efficiency output, typically 90%, capable of providing up to 500mA of continuous output current while switching at 2.25MHz, allowing the use of small surface mount inductors and capacitors. A mode-select pin allows Burst Mode operation to be enabled for higher efficiency at light load currents, or disabled for lower noise, constant frequency operation.
The VLDO regulator provides a low noise, low voltage output capable of providing up to 300mA of continuous output current using only a 2.2μF ceramic capacitor. The input supply voltage of the VLDO regulator (LVIN) may come from the buck regulator or a separate supply.
OptionsVout Switcher (V)Vout VLDOAuto Start Up SequencingLTC3541Adj. down to 0.8VAdj. down to 0.4VSwitcher, then VLDOLTC3541-1Adj. down to 0.8VAdj down to 0.4VVLDO, then switcherLTC3541-21.875V fixed1.5V fixedSwitcher, then VLDOLTC3541-31.8V fixed1.575 fixedVLDO, then switcherFeature
- High Efficiency, 500mA Buck Plus 300mA VLDO™ Regulator
- Auto Start-Up Powers Buck Output Prior to VLDO/Linear Regulator Output
- Independent High Efficiency, 500mA Buck (VIN: 2.7V to 5.5V)
- 300mA VLDO Regulator with 30mA Standalone Mode
- No External Schottky Diodes Required
- Buck Output Voltage Range: 0.8V to 5V
- VLDO Input Voltage Range (LVIN): 0.9V to 5.5V
- VLDO Output Voltage Range VLDO: 0.4V to 4.1V
- Selectable Fixed Frequency, Pulse-Skip Operation or Burst Mode® Operation
- Short-Circuit Protected
- Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load
- Transient Response
- Constant Frequency Operation: 2.25MHz
- Low Dropout Buck Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
- Small, Thermally Enhanced, 10-Lead (3mm × 3mm) DFN Package
Applications
- PDAs/Palmtop PCs
- Digital Cameras
- Cellular Phones
- PC Cards
- Wireless and DSL Modems
- Other Portable Power Systems
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