LT3506 - Dual Monolithic 1.6A Step-Down Switching Regulator
Features
- Wide Input Voltage Range, 3.6V to 25V
- Two 1.6A Output Switching Regulators with Internal Power Switches
- Constant Switching Frequency
LT3506: 575kHz
LT3506A: 1.1MHz - Anti-Phase Switching Reduces Ripple
- Accurate 0.8V Reference, ±1%
- Independent Shutdown/Soft-Start Pins
- Independent Power Good Indicators Ease Supply Sequencing
- Uses Small Inductors and Ceramic Capacitors
- Small 16-Lead Thermally Enhanced 5mm × 4mm DFN and TSSOP Surface Mount Packages
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LT3506 is a dual current mode PWM step-down DC/DC converter with internal 2A power switches. Both converters are synchronized to a single oscillator and run with opposite phases, reducing input ripple current. The output voltages are set with external resistor dividers, and each regulator has independent shutdown and soft-start circuits. Each regulator generates a power-good signal when its output is in regulation, easing power supply sequencing and interfacing with microcontrollers and DSPs.The LT3506 switching frequency is 575kHz and the LT3506A is 1.1MHz. These high switching frequencies allow the use of tiny inductors and capacitors, resulting in a very small dual 1.6A output solution. Constant frequency and ceramic capacitors combine to produce low, predictable output ripple voltage. With its wide input range of 3.6V to 25V, the LT3506 regulates a wide variety of power sources, from 4-cell batteries and 5V logic rails to unregulated wall transformers, lead acid batteries and distributed-power supplies. Current mode PWM architecture provides fast transient response with simple compensation components and cycle-by-cycle current limiting. Frequency foldback and thermal shutdown provide additional protection.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3506AEDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | E | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506AEDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | E | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506AEFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | E | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506AEFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | E | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506AIDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | I | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506AIDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | I | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506AIFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | I | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506AIFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | I | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506EDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | E | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506EDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | E | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506EFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | E | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506EFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | E | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506IDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | I | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506IDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | DHD | I | 05-08-1707 | Yes |
| LT3506IFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | I | 05-08-1663 (BA) | Yes |
| LT3506IFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | FE | I | 05-08-1663 (BA) | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3506AEDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | E | $4.21 | $2.95 | Yes | |
| LT3506AEDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | E | $3.01 | Yes | ||
| LT3506AEFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | E | $4.36 | $3.05 | Yes | |
| LT3506AEFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | E | $3.11 | Yes | ||
| LT3506AIDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $5.06 | $3.54 | Yes | |
| LT3506AIDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $3.60 | Yes | ||
| LT3506AIFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $5.23 | $3.66 | Yes | |
| LT3506AIFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $3.72 | Yes | ||
| LT3506EDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | E | $4.21 | $2.95 | Yes | |
| LT3506EDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | E | $3.01 | Yes | ||
| LT3506EFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | E | $4.36 | $3.05 | Yes | |
| LT3506EFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | E | $3.11 | Yes | ||
| LT3506IDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $5.06 | $3.54 | Yes | |
| LT3506IDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $3.60 | Yes | ||
| LT3506IFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $5.23 | $3.66 | Yes | |
| LT3506IFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $3.72 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC958A | LT3506/LT3506A Demo Board | 2 Circuits, Dual, 25V, 1.6A Monolithic Step-Down Converter | Contact Factory | |
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3506AIDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $5.06 | $3.54 | Yes | |
| LT3506AIDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $3.60 | Yes | ||
| LT3506AIFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $5.23 | $3.66 | Yes | |
| LT3506AIFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $3.72 | Yes | ||
| LT3506IDHD#PBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $5.06 | $3.54 | Yes | |
| LT3506IDHD#TRPBF | 5x4 DFN-16 | I | $3.60 | Yes | ||
| LT3506IFE#PBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $5.23 | $3.66 | Yes | |
| LT3506IFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-16 | I | $3.72 | Yes | ||
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Applications
- Disk Drives
- DSP Power Supplies
- Wall Transformer Regulation
- Distributed Power Regulation
- DSL Modems
- Cable Modems
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Design Tools
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