June 23, 2008
LM3489/LM3489Q
Hysteretic PFET Buck Controller with Enable Pin
High efficiency 93%
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General Description
±1.3% (±2% over temp) internal reference
The LM3489 is a high efficiency PFET switching regulator
100% duty cycle operation
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controller that can be used to quickly and easily develop a
small, cost effective, switching buck regulator for a wide range
of applications. The hysteretic control architecture provides
for simple design without any control loop stability concerns
using a wide variety of external components. The PFET ar-
chitecture also allows for low component count as well as
ultra-low dropout, 100% duty cycle operation. Another benefit
is high efficiency operation at light loads without an increase
in output ripple. A dedicated Enable Pin provides a shutdown
mode drawing only 7µA. Leaving the Enable Pin unconnected
defaults to on.
Maximum operation frequency > 1MHz
Current limit protection
Dedicated enable pin (on if unconnected)
Shutdown mode draws only 7µA supply current
MSOP-8
LM3489 is AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified
Applications
Set-Top Box
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Current limit protection can be implemented by measuring the
voltage across the PFET’s RDS(ON), thus eliminating the need
for a sense resistor. A sense resistor may be used to improve
current limit accuracy if desired. The cycle-by-cycle current
limit can be adjusted with a single resistor, ensuring safe op-
eration over a range of output currents.
DSL/Cable Modem
PC/IA
Auto PC
TFT Monitor
Battery Powered Portable Applications
Distributed Power Systems
Features
Always On Power
Easy to use control methodology
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High Power LED Driver
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No control loop compensation required
Automotive
Wide 4.5V to 35V input range
1.239V to VIN adjustable output range
Typical Application Circuit
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