LTM4618 - 6A DC/DC μModule Regulator with Tracking and Frequency Synchronization

Features

  • Complete Standalone Power Supply
  • Wide Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 26.5V
  • 6A DC Typical, 8A Peak Output Current
  • 0.8V to 5V Output
  • Output Voltage Tracking
  • ±1.75% Maximum Total DC Error
  • Current Mode Control/Fast Transient Response
  • Phase-Lockable Fixed Frequency 250kHz to 780kHz
  • On-Board Frequency Synchronization
  • Selectable Burst Mode® Operation
  • Power Good Voltage Indicator
  • Output Overvoltage Protection
  • Output Current Foldback Limiting
  • 9mm × 15mm × 4.32mm LGA Package

Typical Application

LTM4618 Typical Application
LTM4618 Typical Application

Description

The LTM4618 is a complete 6A output switching mode DC/DC power supply in a 9mm × 15mm × 4.32mm LGA package. Included in the package are the switching controller, power FETs, inductor and all support components. Operating over an input voltage range of 4.5V to 26.5V, the LTM4618 supports an output voltage range of 0.8V to 5V set by a single external resistor. Its high efficiency design delivers 6A continuous current (8A peak). Only a few input and output capacitors are needed.

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 and output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing. Burst Mode operation or pulse-skipping mode can be selected for light load operations.

Fault protection features include overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection and foldback current limit for short-circuit protection.

The LTM4618 is Pb-free and RoHS compliant.

Packaging

CAD Symbols and Footprints: The file below contains the schematic symbol and PCB footprint which can be converted for use with most popular CAD tools. Download and install the free Ultra Librarian Reader (72Mb) to convert the .bxl file to the format appropriate for your CAD tool

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9mm x 15mm x 4.32mm LGA

LTM4618 Package Drawing

Order Info

Package Variations and Pricing

Part Number Package Pins Temp Price (1-99) Price (1k)* RoHS Data
LTM4618EV#PBF LGA 84 E $16.14 $11.30 View
LTM4618IV#PBF LGA 84 I $17.76 $12.43 View
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Demo Boards

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Part Number Description Price Documentation
DC1472A LTM4618EV Demo Board | 26V, 6A Step-down uModule Regulator with Tracking $65.00
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Applications

  • Telecom and Networking Equipment
  • Servers
  • Storage Cards
  • ATCA Cards
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Point of Load Regulation
  • Medical Systems

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