LTC3411A
1.25A, 4MHz, Synchronous
Step-Down DC/DC Converter
FEATURES
DESCRIPTION
The LTC®3411A is a constant frequency, synchronous
step-down DC/DC converter. Intended for medium power
applications, it operates from a 2.5V to 5.5V input voltage
range and has a user configurable operating frequency up
to 4MHz, allowing the use of tiny, low cost capacitors and
inductors 1mm or less in height. The output voltage is
adjustable from 0.8V to 5.5V. Internal synchronous power
switches provide high efficiency. The LTC3411A’s current
mode architecture and external compensation allow the
transient response to be optimized over a wide range of
loads and output capacitors.
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Uses Tiny Capacitors and Inductor
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High Frequency Operation: Up to 4MHz
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Low R
Internal Switches: 0.15Ω
DS(ON)
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High Efficiency: Up to 96%
Selectable Low Ripple (25mV ) Burst Mode®
Operation: I = 40µA
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Stable with Ceramic Capacitors
Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load
Transient Response
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Short-Circuit Protected
Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
Low Shutdown Current: I ≤ 1µA
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The LTC3411A can be configured for automatic power
saving Burst Mode operation (I = 40µA) to reduce gate
charge losses when the load current drops below the level
required for continuous operation. For reduced noise and
RF interference, the SYNC/MODE pin can be configured
to skip pulses or provide forced continuous operation.
Output Voltages from 0.8V to 5V
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Synchronizable to External Clock
Supports Prebiased Outputs
Small 10-Lead 3mm × 3mm DFN or MSOP Package
APPLICATIONS
To further maximize battery life, the P-channel MOSFET
is turned on continuously in dropout (100% duty cycle).
In shutdown, the device draws <1µA.
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Notebook Computers
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Digital Cameras
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Cellular Phones
Handheld Instruments
Board Mounted Power Supplies
All registered trademarks and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Protected
by U.S. patents, including 5481178, 6580258, 6498466, 6611131..
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TYPICAL APPLICATION
Efficiency and Power Loss vs Output Current
Step-Down 2.5V/1.25A Regulator
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