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LTM4608 - 8A, Low VIN DC/DC µModule (Power Module) with Tracking, Margining, Multiphase and Frequency Synchronization

Features

  • Complete Standalone Power Supply
  • ±1.5% Output Voltage Regulation
  • 2.7V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
  • 8A DC, 10A Peak Output Current
  • 0.6V Up to 5V Output
  • Output Voltage Tracking and Margining
  • Power-Good Tracking and Margining
  • Multiphase Operation
  • Parallel Current Sharing
  • Onboard Frequency Synchronization
  • Spread Spectrum Frequency Modulation
  • Overcurrent/Thermal Shutdown Protection
  • Current Mode Control/Fast Transient Response
  • Selectable Burst Mode® Operation
  • Up to 95% Efficiency
  • Output Overvoltage Protection
  • Small Surface Mount Footprint, Low Profile (15mm × 9mm × 2.8mm) LGA Package

Typical Application

LTM4608 Typical Application
LTM4608 Typical Application

Description

The LTM4608 is a complete 8A switch mode DC/DC power supply. Included in the package are the switching controller, power FETs, inductor and all support components. Operating over an input voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, the LTM4608 supports an output voltage range of 0.6V to 5V, set by a single external resistor. This high efficiency design delivers up to 8A continuous current (10A peak). Only bulk input and output capacitors are needed.

The low profile package (2.8mm) enables utilization of unused space on the back side of PC boards for high density point-of-load regulation. The high switching frequency and a current mode architecture enable a very fast transient response to line and load changes without sacrificing stability. The device supports frequency synchronization, programmable multiphase and/or spread spectrum operation, output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing and voltage margining.

Fault protection features include overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection and thermal shutdown. The power module is offered in a compact and thermally enhanced 15mm × 9mm × 2.8mm LGA package. The LTM4608 is Pb-free and RoHS compliant.

For easier PC board layout and assembly due to increased spacing between land grid pads, please refer to the LTM4608A.

  Notes
LTM4608 -
LTM4608A Smaller pad sizes provide more distance between adjacent pads therefore there is less chance of solder paste or solder spreading outside the pad area

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
LTM4608EV#PBF 15mm × 9mm × 2.82mm LGA LGA E 05-08-1808 Yes
LTM4608IV#PBF 15mm × 9mm × 2.82mm LGA LGA I 05-08-1808 Yes


LTM4608 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
LTM4608EV#PBF 15mm × 9mm × 2.82mm LGA E $17.15 $11.30 Yes
LTM4608IV#PBF 15mm × 9mm × 2.82mm LGA I $18.86 $12.43 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

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.

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Applications

  • Telecom, Networking and Industrial Equipment
  • Storage Systems
  • Point of Load Regulation

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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

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Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
LTM4608
LTM4608A

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:
LTM4608

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