LTC3808 - No RSENSE, Low EMI, Synchronous DC/DC Controller with Output Tracking
Features
- Programmable Output Voltage Tracking
- Sense Resistor Optional
- Spread Spectrum Modulation for Low Noise
- Constant Frequency Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load Transient Response
- Wide VIN Range: 2.75V to 9.8V
- Wide VOUT Range: 0.6V to VIN
- 0.6V ±1.5% Reference
- Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
- True PLL for Frequency Locking or Adjustment (Frequency Range: 250kHz to 750kHz)
- Selectable Burst Mode®/Pulse Skipping/Forced Continuous Operation
- Auxiliary Winding Regulation
- Internal Soft-Start Circuitry
- Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Micropower Shutdown: IQ = 9µA
- Tiny Thermally Enhanced Leadless (4mm × 3mm) DFN or 16-lead SSOP Package
Typical Application
Description
The LTC3808 is a synchronous step-down switching regulator controller that drives external complementary power MOSFETs using few external components. The constant frequency current mode architecture with MOSFET VDS sensing eliminates the need for a current sense resistor and improves efficiency.
Burst Mode operation provides high efficiency operation at light loads. 100% duty cycle provides low dropout operation, extending operating time in battery-powered systems.
The switching frequency can be programmed up to 750kHz, allowing the use of small surface mount inductors and capacitors. For noise sensitive applications, the LTC3808 can be externally synchronized from 250kHz to 750kHz. Burst Mode is inhibited during synchronization or when the SYNC/MODE pin is pulled low to reduce noise and RF interference. To further reduce EMI, the LTC3808 incorporates a novel spread spectrum frequency modulation technique.
The LTC3808 is available in the tiny footprint thermally enhanced DFN package or 16-lead SSOP package.
Protected by U.S. Patents including 5481178, 5929620, 6580258, 6304066, 5847554, 6611131, 6498466. Other Patents pending.
| Features |
Package |
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| LTC3809 | PLL, Selectable Spread Spectrum, Power Good | 3x3 DFN-10, MS-10E |
| LTC3809-1 | Tracking | 3x3 DFN-10, MS-10E |
| LTC3808 | PLL, Selectable Spread Spectrum, Tracking, Power Good | 4x3 DFN-14, SSOP-16 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3808EDE#PBF | 4x3 DFN-14 | DE | E | 05-08-1708 | Yes |
| LTC3808EDE#TRPBF | 4x3 DFN-14 | DE | E | 05-08-1708 | Yes |
| LTC3808EGN#PBF | SSOP-16 | GN | E | 05-08-1641 (GN16) | Yes |
| LTC3808EGN#TRPBF | SSOP-16 | GN | E | 05-08-1641 (GN16) | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3808EDE#PBF | 4x3 DFN-14 | E | $3.21 | $2.70 | Yes | |
| LTC3808EDE#TRPBF | 4x3 DFN-14 | E | $2.80 | Yes | ||
| LTC3808EGN#PBF | SSOP-16 | E | $3.09 | $2.60 | Yes | |
| LTC3808EGN#TRPBF | SSOP-16 | E | $2.66 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC769A | LTC3808EDE Demo Board | Tracking, Spread Spectrum, Prog Peak Current, Vin= 2.7V-8V, Vout=1.8V @ 5A/3.5A/2.5A | $150.00 | |
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Applications
- One or Two Cell Lithium-Ion Powered Devices
- Notebook and Palmtop Computers, PDAs
- Portable Instruments
- Distributed DC Power Systems
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