LTC3856 - 2-Phase Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Controller with Diffamp
Features
- PolyPhase® Controller Reduces Input and Output Capacitance and Power Supply Induced Noise
- Wide VIN Range: 4.5V to 38V Operation
- ±0.75%, 0.6V Reference Voltage Accuracy
- High Efficiency: Up to 95%
- Programmable Burst Mode® Operation or Stage Shedding™ for Highest Light Load Efficiency
- Active Voltage Positioning (AVP)
- RSENSE or DCR Current Sensing
- Programmable DCR Temperature Compensation
- Phase-Lockable Fixed Frequency: 250kHz to 770kHz
- True Remote Sense Differential Amplifier
- Dual N-Channel MOSFET Synchronous Drive
- VOUT Range: 0.6V to 5V without Differential Amplifier
- VOUT Range: 0.6V to 3.3V with Differential Amplifier
- Adjustable Soft-Start or VOUT Tracking
- Stackable for Up to 12-Phase Operation
- 32-Pin (5mm × 5mm) QFN and 38-Pin TSSOP Packages
AEC-Q100 data available for specific packages
Typical Application
Description
The LTC3856 is a single output, dual channel PolyPhase synchronous step-down DC/DC controller that drives all N-channel power MOSFET stages. This device includes a high speed differential amplifier for remote output voltage sense. Power loss and supply noise are minimized by operating the two controller output stages out-of-phase and up to 12-phase operation can be achieved.
The LTC3856 monitors the output current by sensing the voltage drop across the output inductor (DCR) or by using a sense resistor. DCR temperature compensation maintains an accurate current sense threshold over a broad temperature range. A constant-frequency, current mode architecture allows a phase-lockable frequency of up to 770kHz.
A wide 4.5V to 38V input supply range encompasses most intermediate bus voltages and battery chemistries. Burst Mode operation, continuous or Stage Shedding modes are supported. A TK/SS pin shared by both channels ramps the output voltage during start-up.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3856EFE#PBF | TSSOP-38 | FE | E | 05-08-1772 | Yes |
| LTC3856EFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-38 | FE | E | 05-08-1772 | Yes |
| LTC3856EUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | E | 05-08-1693 | Yes |
| LTC3856EUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | E | 05-08-1693 | Yes |
| LTC3856IFE#PBF | TSSOP-38 | FE | I | 05-08-1772 | Yes |
| LTC3856IFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-38 | FE | I | 05-08-1772 | Yes |
| LTC3856IUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | UH | I | 05-08-1693 | Yes |
| LTC3856IUH#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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3856EFE#PBF | TSSOP-38 | E | $4.96 | $3.47 | Yes | |
| LTC3856EFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-38 | E | $3.53 | Yes | ||
| LTC3856EUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | E | $4.54 | $3.18 | Yes | |
| LTC3856EUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | E | $3.24 | Yes | ||
| LTC3856IFE#PBF | TSSOP-38 | I | $5.46 | $3.82 | Yes | |
| LTC3856IFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-38 | I | $3.88 | Yes | ||
| LTC3856IUH#PBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | I | $5.22 | $3.65 | Yes | |
| LTC3856IUH#TRPBF | 5x5 QFN-32 | I | $3.71 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1580A | LTC3856EUH Demo Board | 4.5V ≤ VIN ≤ 14V, VOUT = 1.5V @ 50A | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3856IFE#PBF | TSSOP-38 | I | $5.46 | $3.82 | Yes | |
| LTC3856IFE#TRPBF | TSSOP-38 | I | $3.88 | Yes | ||
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Applications
- Telecom and Datacom Systems
- Industrial and Medical Instruments
- DC Power Distribution Systems
- Computer Systems
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Design Tools
LTspice
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