LTM4637 - 20A DC/DC μModule (Power Module) Step-Down Regulator
Features
- Complete 20A Switch Mode Power Supply
- 4.5V to 20V Input Voltage Range
- 0.6V to 5.5V Output Voltage Range
- ±1.5% Total DC Output Voltage Error (–40°C to 125°C)
- Differential Remote Sense Amplifier for Precision Regulation for (VOUT ≤ 3.3V)
- Current Mode Control/Fast Transient Response
- Parallel Current Sharing (Up to 80A)
- Frequency Synchronization
- Selectable Pulse-Skipping or Burst Mode® Operation
- Soft-Start/Voltage Tracking
- Up to 88% Efficiency (12VIN, 1.8VOUT)
- Overcurrent Foldback Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Internal Temperature Monitor
- Overtemperature Protection
- 15mm × 15mm × 4.32mm LGA and
15mm × 15mm × 4.92mm BGA Packages - SnPb (BGA) or RoHS Compliant (LGA and BGA) Finish
Typical Application
Description
The LTM®4637 is a complete 20A output high efficiency switch mode step-down DC/DC μModule (power module) regulator. Included in the package are the switching controller, power FETs, inductor and compensation components. Operating over an input voltage range from 4.5V to 20V, the LTM4637 supports an output voltage range of 0.6V to 5.5V, set by a single external resistor. Only a few input and output capacitors are needed.
Current mode operation allows precision current sharing of up to four LTM4637 regulators to obtain up to 80A output. 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, multiphase/current sharing, Burst Mode operation and output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing. A diode-connected PNP transistor is available for use as an internal temperature monitor.
The LTM4637 is offered in 15mm × 15mm × 4.32mm LGA and 15mm × 15mm × 4.92mm packages. The LTM4637 is available with SnPb (BGA) or RoHS compliant terminal finish. The LTM4637 is pin compatible with the LTM4627, a 15A DC/DC μModule regulator.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTM4637EV#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.32mm LGA | LGA | E | 05-08-1906 | Yes |
| LTM4637EY#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.92mm BGA | BGA | E | 05-08-1940 | Yes |
| LTM4637IV#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.32mm LGA | LGA | I | 05-08-1906 | Yes |
| LTM4637IY#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.92mm BGA | BGA | I | 05-08-1940 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTM4637EV#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.32mm LGA | E | $31.57 | $22.10 | Yes | |
| LTM4637EY#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.92mm BGA | E | $33.23 | $23.26 | Yes | |
| LTM4637IV#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.32mm LGA | I | $34.73 | $24.31 | Yes | |
| LTM4637IY#PBF | 15mm x 15mm x 4.92mm BGA | I | $36.37 | $25.46 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1872A | LTM4637EV Demo Board | µModule Regulator, 4.5V ≤ VIN ≤ 20V, Vout = 1V to 1.8V @ 20A | $65.00 | |
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Applications
- Telecom Servers and Networking Equipment
- Industrial Equipment
- Medical Systems
- High Ambient Temperature Systems
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Design Tools
LTspice
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Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
LTM4637
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
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Design tools for the following parts are available in LTpowerCAD:
LTM4637
LTM4637 Parallel
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