LTC3858-1 - Low IQ, Dual 2-Phase Synchronous Step-Down Controller

Features

  • Low Operating IQ: 170μA (One Channel On)
  • Wide Output Voltage Range: 0.8V ≤ VOUT ≤ 24V
  • Wide VIN Range: 4V to 38V
  • RSENSE or DCR Current Sensing
  • Out-of-Phase Controllers Reduce Required Input Capacitance and Power Supply Induced Noise
  • OPTI-LOOP® Compensation Minimizes COUT
  • Phase-Lockable Frequency (75kHz-850kHz)
  • Programmable Fixed Frequency (50kHz-900kHz)
  • Selectable Continuous, Pulse-Skipping or Burst Mode® Operation at Light Loads
  • Very Low Dropout Operation: 99% Duty Cycle
  • Adjustable Output Voltage Soft-Start
  • Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
  • Output Overvoltage Protection
  • Output Latch-Off Protection During Short Circuit
  • Low Shutdown IQ: 8μA
  • Internal LDO Powers Gate Drive from VIN or EXTVCC
  • No Current Foldback During Start-Up
  • Tiny 4mm × 5mm QFN and Narrow SSOP Packages

Typical Application

LTC3858-1 Typical Application
LTC3858-1 Typical Application

Description

The LTC3858-1 is a high performance dual step-down switching regulator controller that drives all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stages. A constant frequency current mode architecture allows a phase-lockable frequency of up to 850kHz. Power loss and noise due to the input capacitor ESR are minimized by operating the two controller outputs out of phase.

The 170μA no-load quiescent current extends operating life in battery powered systems. OPTI-LOOP compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values. The LTC3858-1 features a precision 0.8V reference and a power good output indicator. A wide 4V to 38V input supply range encompasses a wide range of intermediate bus voltages and battery chemistries.

Independent soft-start pins for each controller ramp the output voltages during start-up. The output latch-off feature protects the circuit in short-circuit conditions.

For a leadless 32-pin QFN package with the additional features of adjustable current limit, clock out, phase modulation and two PGOOD outputs, see the LTC3858 data sheet.

Packaging

For complete and up to date package information and drawings, please refer to our packaging page

QFN-28,SSOP-28

LTC3858-1 Package Drawing
LTC3858-1 Package Drawing

Order Info

Package Variations and Pricing

Part Number Package Pins Temp Price (1-99) Price (1k)* RoHS Data
LTC3858EGN-1#PBF SSOP 28 E $6.39 $4.47 View
LTC3858EGN-1#TRPBF SSOP 28 E $4.53 View
LTC3858EUFD-1#PBF QFN 28 E $6.56 $4.59 View
LTC3858EUFD-1#TRPBF QFN 28 E $4.65 View
LTC3858EUH#PBF QFN 32 E $6.56 $4.59 View
LTC3858EUH#TRPBF QFN 32 E $4.65 View
LTC3858EUH-2#PBF QFN 32 E $6.56 $4.59 View
LTC3858EUH-2#TRPBF QFN 32 E $4.65 View
LTC3858IGN-1#PBF SSOP 28 I $6.80 $4.76 View
LTC3858IGN-1#TRPBF SSOP 28 I $4.82 View
LTC3858IUFD-1#PBF QFN 28 I $6.89 $4.82 View
LTC3858IUFD-1#TRPBF QFN 28 I $4.88 View
LTC3858IUH#PBF QFN 32 I $6.97 $4.82 View
LTC3858IUH#TRPBF QFN 32 I $4.88 View
LTC3858IUH-2#PBF QFN 32 I $6.97 $4.82 View
LTC3858IUH-2#TRPBF QFN 32 I $4.88 View
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Part Number Description Price Documentation
DC1352A-B LTC3858EGN-1 Demo Board | Low IQ, Dual, 2-Phase Synchronous Step-Down Controller $175.00
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Applications

  • Automotive Systems
  • Battery Operated Digital Devices
  • Distributed DC Power Systems

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