LTC3823 - Fast No Rsense Step-Down Synchronous DC/DC Controller with Differential Output Sensing, Tracking and PLL
Features
- Wide VIN Range: 4.5V to 36V
- ±0.67%, 0.6V Reference Voltage
- Output Voltage Tracking Capability
- True Remote Sensing Differential Amplifier
- Sense Resistor Optional
- True Current Mode Control
- 2% to 90% Duty Cycle at 200kHz
- tON(MIN) < 100ns
- Phase-Locked Loop Frequency Synchronization
- Powerful Dual N-Channel MOSFET Driver
- Adjustable Cycle-by-Cycle Current Limit
- Adjustable Switching Frequency
- Programmable Soft-Start
- Current Foldback Protection (Disabled at Start-Up)
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Micropower Shutdown: 30μA
- Power Good Output Voltage Monitor Tracks the Reference Input Pin
- Available in (5mm × 5mm) 32-Lead QFN and 28-Lead SSOP Narrow Packages
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LTC3823 is a synchronous step-down switching regulator controller with true remote differential output sensing and output voltage up/down tracking capability. Its advanced functions and high accuracy reference are ideal for powering high performance server, ASIC and computer memory systems.
The LTC3823 uses a constant on-time, valley current mode control architecture to deliver very low duty factors without requiring a sense resistor. The operating frequency is selected by an external resistor and is compensated for variations in input supply voltage. An internal phase-locked loop allows the IC to be synchronized to an external clock.
Fault protection is provided by an overvoltage comparator and input undervoltage lockout. The regulator current limit is user programmable. A wide supply range allows voltages as high as 36V to be stepped down to as low as a 0.6V output. When using remote sense, output voltages up to 3.3V can be developed, and up to 90% of VIN without remote sense. Power supply sequencing is accomplished using an external soft-start timing capacitor.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3823EGN#PBF | SSOP-28 | GN | E | 05-08-1641 (GN28) | Yes |
| LTC3823EGN#TRPBF | SSOP-28 | GN | E | 05-08-1641 (GN28) | Yes |
| LTC3823EUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | E | 05-08-1693 | Yes |
| LTC3823EUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | E | 05-08-1693 | Yes |
| LTC3823IGN#PBF | SSOP-28 | GN | I | 05-08-1641 (GN28) | Yes |
| LTC3823IGN#TRPBF | SSOP-28 | GN | I | 05-08-1641 (GN28) | Yes |
| LTC3823IUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | I | 05-08-1693 | Yes |
| LTC3823IUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | I | 05-08-1693 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3823EGN#PBF | SSOP-28 | E | $3.93 | $2.75 | Yes | |
| LTC3823EGN#TRPBF | SSOP-28 | E | $2.81 | Yes | ||
| LTC3823EUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | E | $3.93 | $2.75 | Yes | |
| LTC3823EUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | E | $2.81 | Yes | ||
| LTC3823IGN#PBF | SSOP-28 | I | $4.20 | $2.94 | Yes | |
| LTC3823IGN#TRPBF | SSOP-28 | I | $3.00 | Yes | ||
| LTC3823IUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | I | $4.20 | $2.94 | Yes | |
| LTC3823IUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | I | $3.00 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1021A | LTC3823EUH Demo Board | 4.5V ≤ VIN ≤ 16V, Vout = 2.5V @ 10A | Contact Factory | |
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3823IGN#PBF | SSOP-28 | I | $4.20 | $2.94 | Yes | |
| LTC3823IGN#TRPBF | SSOP-28 | I | $3.00 | Yes | ||
| LTC3823IUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | I | $4.20 | $2.94 | Yes | |
| LTC3823IUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | I | $3.00 | Yes | ||
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Applications
- Distributed Power Systems
- Server Power Supplies
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