LTC3409A - 600mA Low VIN Buck Regulator in 3mm × 3mm DFN

Features

  • 1.6V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
  • 0.62V to 5.5V Output Voltage Range
  • Internal Soft-Start
  • Selectable 1.7MHz or 2.6MHz Constant Frequency Operation
  • Internal Oscillator Can Be Synchronized to an External Clock, 1MHz to 3MHz Range
  • High Efficiency: Up to 95%
  • 65μA Quiescent Current, Burst Mode® Operation
  • 600mA Output Current (VIN = 1.8V, VOUT = 1.2V)
  • 750mA Peak Inductor Current
  • No Schottky Diode Required
  • Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
  • 0.612V Reference Voltage
  • Stable with Ceramic Capacitors
  • Shutdown Mode Draws <1μA Supply Current
  • Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load Transient Response
  • Overtemperature Protection
  • Available in a Low Profile (0.75mm)
  • 8-Lead (3mm × 3mm) DFN Package
Designed for Automotive and Transportation Applications
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages


Typical Application

LTC3409A Typical Application
LTC3409A Typical Application

Description

The LTC3409A is a high efficiency, monolithic synchronous buck regulator using a constant frequency, current mode architecture. The LTC3409A improves upon the LTC3409’s light load regulation in Burst Mode operation. The output voltage is adjusted via an external resistor divider.

Fixed switching frequencies of 1.7MHz and 2.6MHz are supported. Alternatively, an internal PLL will synchronize to an external clock in the frequency range of 1MHz to 3MHz. This range of switching frequencies allows the use of small surface mount inductors and capacitors, including ceramics.

 Supply current during Burst Mode operation is only 65μA dropping to <1μA in shutdown. The 1.6V to 5.5V input voltage range makes the LTC3409A ideally suited for single cell Li-Ion, Li-Metal and 2-cell alkaline, NiCd or NiMH battery-powered applications. 100% duty cycle capability provides low dropout operation, extending battery life in portable systems. Burst Mode operation can be user-enabled, increasing efficiency at light loads, further extending battery life.

The internal synchronous switch increases efficiency and eliminates the need for an external Schottky diode. Internal soft-start offers controlled output voltage rise time at startup without the need for external components.

  Vref Tolerance
LTC3409 +/-5%
LTC3409A +/-3%

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
LTC3409AEDD#PBF 3x3 DFN-8 DD E 05-08-1698 Yes
LTC3409AEDD#TRPBF 3x3 DFN-8 DD E 05-08-1698 Yes
LTC3409AIDD#PBF 3x3 DFN-8 DD I 05-08-1698 Yes
LTC3409AIDD#TRPBF 3x3 DFN-8 DD I 05-08-1698 Yes


LTC3409A Package Drawing

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
LTC3409AEDD#PBF 3x3 DFN-8 E $3.39 $2.37 Yes
LTC3409AEDD#TRPBF 3x3 DFN-8 E $2.43 Yes
LTC3409AIDD#PBF 3x3 DFN-8 I $4.06 $2.84 Yes
LTC3409AIDD#TRPBF 3x3 DFN-8 I $2.90 Yes
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* The USA list pricing shown is for BUDGETARY USE ONLY, shown in United States dollars (FOB USA per unit for the stated volume), and is subject to change. International prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees and exchange rates. For volume-specific price or delivery quotes, please contact your local Linear Technology sales office or authorized distributor.

Demo Boards

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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
LTC3409AIDD#PBF 3x3 DFN-8 I $4.06 $2.84 Yes
LTC3409AIDD#TRPBF 3x3 DFN-8 I $2.90 Yes
Buy NowRequest Samples
* The USA list pricing shown is for BUDGETARY USE ONLY, shown in United States dollars (FOB USA per unit for the stated volume), and is subject to change. International prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees and exchange rates. For volume-specific price or delivery quotes, please contact your local Linear Technology sales office or authorized distributor.

Applications

  • Cellular Phones
  • Digital Cameras
  • MP3 Players

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Design Tools

LTspice

LTspice® software is a powerful, fast and free simulation tool, schematic capture and waveform viewer with enhancements and models for improving the simulation of switching regulators. Click here to download LTspice

Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
LTC3409

LTpowerCAD

The LTpowerCAD design tool is a complete power supply design tool program that can significantly ease the tasks of power supply design. It guides users to a solution, selects power stage components, provides detailed power efficiency, shows quick loop bode plot stability and load transient analysis, and can export a final design to LTspice for simulation. Click here to download LTpowerCAD

Design tools for the following parts are available in LTpowerCAD:
LTC3409
LTC3409A

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