LTC2978A - 8-Channel PMBus Power System Manager Featuring Accurate Output Voltage Measurement
Features
- Sequence, Trim, Margin and Supervise Eight Power Supplies
- Manage Faults, Monitor Telemetry and Create Fault Logs
- PMBus Compliant Command Set
- Supported by LTpowerPlay™ GUI
- Margin or Trim Supplies to 0.25% Accuracy
- Fast OV/UV Supervisors per Channel
- Coordinate Sequencing and Fault Management Across Multiple Chips
- Automatic Fault Logging to Internal EEPROM
- Operate Autonomously without Additional Software
- Internal Temperature and Input Voltage Supervisors
- Accurate Monitoring of Eight Output Voltages, Input Voltage and Internal Die Temperature
- I2C/SMBus Serial Interface
- Can Be Powered from 3.3V, or 4.5V to 15V
- Programmable Watchdog Timer
- 100% Compatible with the LTC2978
- Available in 64-pin 9mm × 9mm QFN Package
- LTpowerPlay Configuration and Development Tool
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LTC®2978A is an 8-channel Power System Manager used to sequence, trim (servo), margin, supervise, manage faults, provide telemetry and create fault logs. PMBus commands support power supply sequencing, precision point-of-load voltage adjustment and margining. DACs use a proprietary soft-connect algorithm to minimize supply disturbances. Supervisory functions include overvoltage and undervoltage threshold limits for eight power supply output channels and one power supply input channel, as well as over and under temperature limits. Programmable fault responses can disable the power supplies with optional retry after a fault is detected. Faults that disable a power supply can automatically trigger black box EEPROM storage of fault status and associated telemetry. An internal 16-bit ADC monitors eight output voltages, one input voltage, and die temperature. In addition, odd numbered channels can be configured to measure the voltage across a current sense resistor. A programmable watchdog timer monitors microprocessor activity for a stalled condition and resets the microprocessor if necessary. A single wire bus synchronizes power supplies across multiple LTC power system management devices. Configuration EEPROM supports autonomous operation without additional software.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC2978ACUP#PBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | UP | C | 05-08-1705 | Yes |
| LTC2978ACUP#TRPBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | UP | C | 05-08-1705 | Yes |
| LTC2978AIUP#PBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | UP | I | 05-08-1705 | Yes |
| LTC2978AIUP#TRPBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | UP | I | 05-08-1705 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC2978ACUP#PBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | C | $15.64 | $10.95 | Yes | |
| LTC2978ACUP#TRPBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | C | $11.05 | Yes | ||
| LTC2978AIUP#PBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | I | $17.99 | $12.59 | Yes | |
| LTC2978AIUP#TRPBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | I | $12.69 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1508B-A | LTC2977, LTC2978A, LTC2978 Socketed Programming Board [requires DC1613] | $95.00 | |
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Companion Boards
| Part Number | Description | Price | Documentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1613A | USB-to-PMBus Controller for Use with LTpowerPlay | $50.00 | |
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC2978AIUP#PBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | I | $17.99 | $12.59 | Yes | |
| LTC2978AIUP#TRPBF | 9x9 QFN-64 | I | $12.69 | Yes | ||
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Applications
- Computers and Network Servers
- Industrial Test and Measurement
- High Reliability Systems
- Medical Imaging
- Video
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Design Tools
LTpowerPlay
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Technical Support
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