LT3596 - 60V Step-Down LED Driver
Features
- 300mA Buck Regulator, Drives Up to 10 LEDs per Channel with Fast NPN Current Sources
- Fast Current Sources for <1μs Pulse Widths (10,000:1 True Color PWM™ Dimming at 100Hz)
- LEDs Disconnected in Shutdown
- Adaptive VOUT for Increased Efficiency
- 6V to 60V Input Voltage Range
- ±1.5% Accurate LED Current Matching
- External Resistors Set LED Current for Each Channel
- Requires No External Compensation
- Programmable Switching Frequency (200kHz to 1MHz)
- Synchronizable to External Clock
- Open, Short LED Detection and Reporting
- Programmable LED Thermal Derating and Reporting
- Programmable Temperature Protection
- 5mm × 8mm Thermally Enhanced QFN Package with 0.6mm High Voltage Pin Spacing
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LT®3596 is a 60V step-down LED Driver. It achieves 10,000:1 digital PWM dimming at 100Hz with fast NPN current sources driving up to 10 LEDs in each channel. 100:1 LED dimming can also be done with analog control of the CTRL1-3 pin.
The step-down switching frequency is programmable between 200kHz and 1MHz and is synchronizable to an external clock. The LT3596 also provides maximum LED brightness while adhering to manufacturers’ specifications for thermal derating. The derate temperature is programmed by placing a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) resistor on the master control pin.
The LT3596 adaptively controls VOUT in order to achieve optimal efficiency. Other features include: 1.5% LED current matching between channels, open LED reporting, shorted LED pin protection and reporting, programmable LED current and programmable temperature 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3596EUHG#PBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | UHG | E | 05-08-1846 | Yes |
| LT3596EUHG#TRPBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | UHG | E | 05-08-1846 | Yes |
| LT3596IUHG#PBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | UHG | I | 05-08-1846 | Yes |
| LT3596IUHG#TRPBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | UHG | I | 05-08-1846 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3596EUHG#PBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | E | $5.22 | $3.65 | Yes | |
| LT3596EUHG#TRPBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | E | $3.71 | Yes | ||
| LT3596IUHG#PBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | I | $6.13 | $4.29 | Yes | |
| LT3596IUHG#TRPBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | I | $4.35 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1542A | LT3596EUHG Demo Board | LED Driver, 6V ≤ VIN ≤ 55V, Output = 8 Series LEDs @ 100mA | $175.00 | |
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3596IUHG#PBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | I | $6.13 | $4.29 | Yes | |
| LT3596IUHG#TRPBF | 5x8 QFN-52 | I | $4.35 | Yes | ||
| Buy Now • Request Samples | ||||||
Applications
- LED Billboards and Signboards
- Mono, Multi, Full Color LED Displays
- Large Screen Display LED Backlighting
- Automotive, Industrial and Medical Displays
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