LT1938 - 25V, 2.2A, 2.8MHz Step-Down Switching Regulator
Features
- Wide Input Voltage Range: 3.6V to 25V
- 2.2A Maximum Output Current
- Adjustable Switching Frequency: 300kHz to 2.8MHz
- Low Shutdown Current: IQ < 1µA
- Integrated Boost Diode
- Power Good Flag
- Saturating Switch Design: 0.18Ω On-Resistance
- 1.265V Feedback Reference Voltage
- Output Voltage: 1.265V to 20V
- Soft-Start Capability
- Small 10-Pin Thermally Enhanced (3mm x 3mm) DFN Package
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LT1938 is an adjustable frequency (300kHz to 2.8MHz) monolithic buck switching regulator that accepts input voltages up to 25V. A high efficiency 0.18Ω switch is included on the die along with a boost Schottky diode and the necessary oscillator, control and logic circuitry. Current mode topology is used for fast transient response and good loop stability. The LT1938's high operating fre- quency allows the use of small, low cost inductors and ceramic capacitors resulting in low output ripple while keeping total solution size to a minimum. The low current shutdown mode reduces input supply current to less than 1µA while a resistor and capacitor on the RUN/SS pin provide a controlled output voltage ramp (soft-start). A power good ag signals when VOUT reaches 90% of the programmed output voltage. The LT1938 is available in a 3mm x 3mm DFN package with Exposed Pad for low thermal resistance.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT1938EDD#PBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | DD | E | 05-08-1699 | Yes |
| LT1938EDD#TRPBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | DD | E | 05-08-1699 | Yes |
| LT1938IDD#PBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | DD | I | 05-08-1699 | Yes |
| LT1938IDD#TRPBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | DD | I | 05-08-1699 | Yes |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT1938EDD#PBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | E | $3.93 | $2.75 | Yes | |
| LT1938EDD#TRPBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | E | $2.81 | Yes | ||
| LT1938IDD#PBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | I | $4.71 | $3.30 | Yes | |
| LT1938IDD#TRPBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | I | $3.36 | Yes | ||
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Demo Boards
Linear Technology offers many demo boards free of charge to qualified customers. Contact your local sales office or distributor to inquire about a demo board. Certain demo boards are also available for sale via credit card on this website. Demo boards are for evaluation purposes only. It remains the customer’s responsibility to verify proper and reliable operation in the actual end application.| Part Number | Description | Price | Documentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1273A | LT1938EDD| 25V. 2.2A, 2.8MHz Step-Down Switching Regulator | $100.00 | |
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Designed for Automotive and Transportation Applications
AEC-Q100 data is available for these specific part numbers. Please contact your local sales representative for more information regarding reliability reports or to inquire about parts that are not included. For more information, view our Automotive and Transportation page
| Part Number | Package | Temp | Price (1-99) |
Price (1k)* |
RoHS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT1938IDD#PBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | I | $4.71 | $3.30 | Yes | |
| LT1938IDD#TRPBF | 3x3 DFN-10 | I | $3.36 | Yes | ||
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Applications
- Automotive Battery Regulation
- Power for Portable Products
- Distributed Supply Regulation
- Industrial Supplies
- Wall Transformer Regulation
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Design Tools
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