LT1580 - 7A, Very Low Dropout Regulator

Features

  • Low Dropout, 540mV at 7A Output Current
  • Fast Transient Response
  • Remote Sense
  • 1mV Load Regulation
  • Fixed 2.5V Output and Adjustable Output
  • No Supply Sequencing Problems in Dual Supply Mode

Typical Application

LT1580 Typical Application
LT1580 Typical Application

Description

The LT1580 is a 7A low dropout regulator designed to power the new generation of microprocessors. The dropout voltage of this device is 100mV at light loads rising to just 540mV at 7A. To achieve this dropout, a second low current input voltage 1V greater than the output voltage, is required. The device can also be used as a single supply device where dropout is comparable to an LT1584.Several other new features have been added to the LT1580. A remote SENSE pin is brought out. This feature virtually eliminates output voltage variations due to load changes. Typical load regulation, measured at the SENSE pin, for a load current step of 100mA to 7A is less than 1mV.The LT1580 has fast transient response, equal to the LT1584. On fixed voltage devices, the ADJ pin is brought out. A small capacitor on the ADJ pin further improves transient response.This device is ideal for generating processor supplies of 2V to 3V on motherboards where both 5V and 3.3V supplies are available.

Packaging

CAD Symbols and Footprints: The downloadable Zip file below contains the schematic symbol and PCB footprints.

For complete and up to date package information and drawings, please refer to our packaging page

Part Number Package Code Temp Package
Drawing
RoHS
LT1580CQ#PBF DDPAK-5 Q C 05-08-1461 Yes
LT1580CQ#TRPBF DDPAK-5 Q C 05-08-1461 Yes
LT1580CR-2.5#PBF DDPAK-7 R C 05-08-1462 Yes
LT1580CR-2.5#TRPBF DDPAK-7 R C 05-08-1462 Yes
LT1580CT#06PBF TO-220 T C 05-08-1421 (Flow 06) Yes
LT1580CT#PBF TO-220 T C 05-08-1421 (Standard) Yes
LT1580CT7-2.5#PBF TO-220 T7 C 05-08-1422 (Standard) Yes
LT1580IQ#PBF DDPAK-5 Q I 05-08-1461 Yes
LT1580IQ#TRPBF DDPAK-5 Q I 05-08-1461 Yes
LT1580IR-2.5#PBF DDPAK-7 R I 05-08-1462 Yes
LT1580IR-2.5#TRPBF DDPAK-7 R I 05-08-1462 Yes
LT1580IT#06PBF TO-220 T I 05-08-1421 (Flow 06) Yes
LT1580IT#PBF TO-220 T I 05-08-1421 (Standard) Yes
LT1580IT7-2.5#06PBF TO-220 T7 I 05-08-1422 (Standard) Yes
LT1580IT7-2.5#PBF TO-220 T7 I 05-08-1422 (Standard) Yes


LT1580 Package Drawing
LT1580 Package Drawing
LT1580 Package Drawing
LT1580 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

Package Variations and Pricing

Part Number Package Temp Price
(1-99)
Price
(1k)*
RoHS
LT1580CQ#PBF DDPAK-5 C $6.15 $5.40 Yes
LT1580CQ#TRPBF DDPAK-5 C $5.52 Yes
LT1580CR-2.5#PBF DDPAK-7 C $6.35 $5.55 Yes
LT1580CR-2.5#TRPBF DDPAK-7 C $5.65 Yes
LT1580CT#06PBF TO-220 C $6.10 $5.30 Yes
LT1580CT#PBF TO-220 C $6.10 $5.30 Yes
LT1580CT7-2.5#PBF TO-220 C $6.35 $5.45 Yes
LT1580IQ#PBF DDPAK-5 I $7.30 $6.30 Yes
LT1580IQ#TRPBF DDPAK-5 I $6.42 Yes
LT1580IR-2.5#PBF DDPAK-7 I $7.45 $6.45 Yes
LT1580IR-2.5#TRPBF DDPAK-7 I $6.57 Yes
LT1580IT#06PBF TO-220 I $7.20 $6.20 Yes
LT1580IT#PBF TO-220 I $7.20 $6.20 Yes
LT1580IT7-2.5#06PBF TO-220 I $7.35 $6.40 Yes
LT1580IT7-2.5#PBF TO-220 I $7.35 $6.40 Yes
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* The USA list pricing shown is for BUDGETARY USE ONLY, shown in United States dollars (FOB USA per unit for the stated volume), and is subject to change. International prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees and exchange rates. For volume-specific price or delivery quotes, please contact your local Linear Technology sales office or authorized distributor.

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Applications

  • Microprocessor Supplies
  • Post Regulators for Switching Supplies
  • High Current Regulators
  • 5V to 3.XXV for Pentium®Processors Operating at 90MHz to 166MHz and Beyond
  • 3.3V to 2.9V for Portable Pentium Processor
  • Power PC™ Series Power Supplies

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Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
LT1580
LT1580-2.5

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