LT1087 - Adjustable Low Dropout Regulator with Kelvin-Sense Inputs

Features

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  • Separate Sense Inputs Allow True Kelvin Sensing
  • Easily Parallelable
  • Operates Down to 1V Dropout
  • Guaranteed Dropout Voltage at Multiple Current Levels
  • 0.05% Line Regulation
  • 0.1% Load Regulation at the Sense Point

Typical Application

LT1087 Typical Application

Description

OBSOLETE:  For Information Purposes Only.  Contact Linear Technology for Potential Replacement.

The LT1087 is a variation of the LT1084 Adjustable Low Dropout 3 Terminal Regulator. The sense points of the internal reference/error amp are brought out to allow added flexibility. They can be used for true Kelvin sensing of the output voltage at a remotely located load. They can be used to force the devices to share current equally when more than one device is wired in parallel, allowing the user to easily build higher current modules. This device is designed to provide 5A of output current. All internal circuitry is designed to operate down to 1V input to output differential and the dropout voltage is fully specified as a function of load current. On-chip trimming adjusts the reference voltage to 1%. Current limit is also trimmed, minimizing the stress on both the regulator and power source circuitry under overload conditions. A 10µF output capacitor is required on these devices; however, this is usually included in most regulator designs.

Packaging

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LT1087 Package Drawing
LT1087 Package Drawing

Order Info

  • Part numbers ending in PBF are lead free. Solder plated terminal finish (SnPb) versions are non-standard and special terms and conditions and pricing applies if available. Please contact LTC marketing for information.
  • Part numbers containing TR or TRM are shipped in tape and reel or 500 unit mini tape and reel, respectively
  • Please refer to our general ordering information or the product datasheet for more details

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Applications

  • High Efficiency Linear Regulators
  • Post Regulators for Switching Supplies
  • High Current Regulators
  • Remotely Sensed Regulators

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