LTC3404
1.4MHz High Efficiency
Monolithic Synchronous
Step-Down Regulator
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FEATURES
DESCRIPTIO
The LTC®3404 is a high efficiency monolithic synchro-
nous buck regulator using a constant frequency, current
mode architecture. Supply current during operation is
only 10µA and drops to < 1µA in shutdown. The 2.65V to
6V input voltage range makes the LTC3404 ideally suited
forsingleLi-Ionbattery-poweredapplications. 100%duty
cycle provides low dropout operation, extending battery
life in portable systems.
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High Efficiency: Up to 95%
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Very Low Quiescent Current: Only 10µA
During Operation
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600mA Output Current at VIN = 3.3V
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2.65V to 6V Input Voltage Range
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1.4MHz Constant Frequency Operation
Synchronizable from 1MHz to 1.7MHz
Selectable Burst ModeTM Operation or
Pulse Skipping Mode
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Switching frequency is internally set at 1.4MHz, allowing
the use of small surface mount inductors and capacitors.
For noise sensitive applications the LTC3404 can be
externally synchronized from 1MHz to 1.7MHz. Burst
Mode operation is inhibited during synchronization or
when the SYNC/MODE pin is pulled low, preventing low
frequency ripple from interfering with audio circuitry.
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No Schottky Diode Required
Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
0.8V Reference Allows Low Output Voltages
Shutdown Mode Draws < 1µA Supply Current
±2% Output Voltage Accuracy
Current Mode Control for Excellent Line and
Load Transient Response
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Overcurrent and Overtemperature Protected
Available in 8-Lead MSOP Package
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The internal synchronous switch increases efficiency and
eliminates the need for an external Schottky diode. Low
output voltages are easily supported with the 0.8V feed-
back reference voltage. The LTC3404 is available in a
space saving 8-lead MSOP package.
APPLICATIO S
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Cellular Telephones
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Wireless and DSL Modems
For higher input voltage (11V abs max) applications, refer
to the LTC1877 data sheet.
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Personal Information Appliances
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Portable Instruments
, LTC and LT are registered trademarks of Linear Technology Corporation.
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Distributed Power Systems
Burst Mode is a trademark of Linear Technology Corporation.
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Battery-Powered Equipment
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Efficiency vs Output Load Current
TYPICAL APPLICATIO
100
V
= 3.6V
IN
95
90
85
80
75
70
High Efficiency Step-Down Converter
4.7µH*
V
= 4.2V
V
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IN
IN
7
6
1
2
5
V
OUT
SYNC
SW
2.65V
TO 6V
3.3V
V
= 6V
20pF
887k
IN
10µF***
CER
V
IN
22µF**
CER
LTC3404
RUN
3
I
V
FB
TH
GND
4
280k
47pF
Burst Mode OPERATION
3404 TA01
V
= 3.3V
OUT
L = 4.7µH
*TOKO D52LC A914BYW-4R7M
**TAIYO-YUDEN CERAMIC JMK325BJ226MM
***TAIYO-YUDEN CERAMIC LMK325BJ106MN
0.1
1
10
100
1000
LOAD (mA)
†V
CONNECTED TO V FOR 2.65V < V < 3.3V
OUT
IN IN
3404 TA02
1