Data Sheet
LT3078
5.5V, 5A, Ultra-Low Noise, High PSRR, 55mV Dropout Ultra-Fast Linear Regulator
FEATURES
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Ultra-low RMS Noise: 1.3μV
(10Hz to 100kHz)
The LT®3078 is a low voltage, ultra-low noise, high
power-supply rejection ratio (PSRR), and ultra-fast
transient response linear regulator. The device supplies
up to 5A with a typical dropout voltage of 55mV. A 4.7µF
reference bypass capacitor decreases output voltage
noise to 1.3µVRMS (10Hz to 100kHz). The wide
bandwidth and high PSRR deliver the best performance
without the need of bulky capacitors, which save space
and cost. The LT3078 is ideal for powering high-
performance FPGAs, data converters, RF, and all noise-
sensitive signal chain applications.
RMS
Ultra-low Spot Noise: 3.5nV/√Hz at 10kHz
Ultra-low1/fNoise:11µV from0.1Hz to 10Hz
P-P
High PSRR at High-Frequency: 49dB at 1MHz
Ultra-fast Transient Response
Dropout Voltage: 55mV Typical
Digitally Programmable V
: 0.5V to 4.2V
OUT
High Accuracy: ±1.5% Over Line, Load, and
Temperature
Precise Current Monitor: ±3% accuracy at 5A
Programmable Current Limit: ±3% at 5A
Input Voltage Range: 0.6V to 5.5V
Digital Output Margining: ±2.5%
Stable with Ceramic Output Capacitors (22μF
Minimum)
The output voltage is digitally selectable in 50mV
increments from 0.5V to 1.2V, 100mV increments from
1.2V to 1.8V, and discrete levels at 2V, 2.5V, 3V, 3.3V,
and 4.2V. The LT3078’s unity-gain operation provides
virtually constant output noise, PSRR, and bandwidth
independent of the programmed output voltage. In
addition, the LT3078 incorporates a unique tracking
feature (VIOC) to control the upstream switching
regulator to maintain a constant voltage across the
LT3078 and minimize power dissipation.
Parallel Multiple Devices for Higher Current
VIOC Pin to Control Upstream Switching Converter
Precision Enable/Undervoltage Lockout (UVLO)
Power Good (PG) Flag
Internal Die Temperature Monitor
22-Lead (3mm x 4mm) LQFN Package
A precision current monitor enables system energy
management and allows the user to minimize input
power-supply size and cost. Built-in protection
includes UVLO, internal current limit, and thermal
shutdown with hysteresis. The LT3078 is available in a
compact 22-lead (3mm X 4mm) LQFN package
(Laminate package with QFN footprint).
APPLICATIONS
RF Power Supplies: PLLs, VCOs, Mixers, LNAs, PAs
High Speed/High Precision Data Converters
Low Noise Instrumentation
Post-Regulator for Switching Supplies
FPGA and DSP Power Supplies
Medical Applications
SIMPLIFIED APPLICATION DIAGRAM
V
OUT
AC-COUPLED
20mV/DIV
V
V
V
= 1.5V
IN
= 1.2V
= 4.5V
= 22µF
OUT
BIAS
C
OUT
I
STEP FROM 0.5A TO 5A
OUT
I
OUT
2A/DIV
tRISE = tFALL = 1µs
2µs/DIV
Figure 1. Simplified Application Diagram
Figure 2. Transient Response
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