LT3976 - 40V, 5A, 2MHz Step-Down Switching Regulator with 3.3μA Quiescent Current
Features
- Ultralow Quiescent Current:
3.3μA IQ at 12VIN to 3.3VOUT - Low Ripple Burst Mode® Operation
Output Ripple < 15mVP-P - Wide Input Range: Operation from 4.3V to 40V
- 5A Maximum Output Current
- Excellent Start-Up and Dropout Performance
- Adjustable Switching Frequency: 200kHz to 2MHz
- Synchronizable Between 250kHz to 2MHz
- Accurate Programmable Undervoltage Lockout
- Low Shutdown Current: IQ = 700nA
- Power Good Flag
- Soft-Start Capability
- Thermal Shutdown Protection
- Current Limit Foldback with Soft-Start Override
- Saturating Switch Design: 75mΩ On-Resistance
- Small, Thermally Enhanced 16-Lead MSOP and 24-Lead 3mm × 5mm QFN Packages
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LT®3976 is an adjustable frequency monolithic buck switching regulator that accepts a wide input voltage range up to 40V. Low quiescent current design consumes only 3.3μA of supply current while regulating with no load. Low ripple Burst Mode operation maintains high efficiency at low output currents while keeping the output ripple below 15mV in a typical application. The LT3976 can supply up to 5A of load current and has current limit foldback to limit power dissipation during short-circuit. A low dropout voltage of 500mV is maintained when the input voltage drops below the programmed output voltage, such as during automotive cold crank.
An internally compensated current mode topology is used for fast transient response and good loop stability. A high efficiency 75mΩ switch is included on the die along with a boost Schottky diode. An accurate 1.02V threshold enable pin can be driven directly from a microcontroller or used as a programmable undervoltage lockout. A capacitor on the SS pin provides a controlled inrush current (soft-start). A power good flag signals when VOUT reaches 91.6% of the programmed output voltage. The LT3976 is available in small 16-lead MSOP and 24-lead 3mm × 5mm QFN packages 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3976EMSE#PBF | MS-16E | MSE | E | 05-08-1667 | Yes |
| LT3976EMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | MSE | E | 05-08-1667 | Yes |
| LT3976EUDD#PBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | UDD | E | 05-08-1833 | Yes |
| LT3976EUDD#TRPBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | UDD | E | 05-08-1833 | Yes |
| LT3976HMSE#PBF | MS-16E | MSE | H | 05-08-1667 | Yes |
| LT3976HMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | MSE | H | 05-08-1667 | Yes |
| LT3976IMSE#PBF | MS-16E | MSE | I | 05-08-1667 | Yes |
| LT3976IMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | MSE | I | 05-08-1667 | Yes |
| LT3976IUDD#PBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | UDD | I | 05-08-1833 | Yes |
| LT3976IUDD#TRPBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | UDD | I | 05-08-1833 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3976EMSE#PBF | MS-16E | E | $5.36 | $3.75 | Yes | |
| LT3976EMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | E | $3.81 | Yes | ||
| LT3976EUDD#PBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | E | $5.36 | $3.75 | Yes | |
| LT3976EUDD#TRPBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | E | $3.81 | Yes | ||
| LT3976HMSE#PBF | MS-16E | H | $6.26 | $4.38 | Yes | |
| LT3976HMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | H | $4.44 | Yes | ||
| LT3976IMSE#PBF | MS-16E | I | $5.90 | $4.13 | Yes | |
| LT3976IMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | I | $4.19 | Yes | ||
| LT3976IUDD#PBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | I | $5.90 | $4.13 | Yes | |
| LT3976IUDD#TRPBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | I | $4.19 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1848A | LT3976 Demo Board I Buck with 3.3µA Iq, 4.3V ≤ VIN ≤ 40V, Vout = 3.3V @ 5A | $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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT3976HMSE#PBF | MS-16E | H | $6.26 | $4.38 | Yes | |
| LT3976HMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | H | $4.44 | Yes | ||
| LT3976IMSE#PBF | MS-16E | I | $5.90 | $4.13 | Yes | |
| LT3976IMSE#TRPBF | MS-16E | I | $4.19 | Yes | ||
| LT3976IUDD#PBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | I | $5.90 | $4.13 | Yes | |
| LT3976IUDD#TRPBF | 3x5 QFN-24 | I | $4.19 | Yes | ||
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Applications
- Automotive Battery Regulation
- Portable Products
- Industrial Supplies
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