DC1909A - LT3840EFE Demo Board | 4.5V ≤ VIN ≤ 60V, 80V Transients, Vout = 3.3V @ 20A

Demonstration circuit 1909A is a 150kHz, 60V current mode DC/DC step-down converter with accurate current limit featuring the LT®3840. The circuit operates from a V_IN range of 4.5V to 60V, survives an 80V transient, and outputs 3.3V at 20A (66W). An integrated buck-boost switching regulator generates a 7.5V bias supply voltage for MOSFET gate drive and IC power to increase the overall efficiency by reducing the power loss. A soft-start feature controls the output voltage slew rate at start-up, reducing current surges and voltage overshoots. The modes of operation (Burst Mode®, discontinuous current mode and continuous current mode) are jumper selectable.

Software

LTspice

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