LTC3605A
20V, 5A Synchronous
Step-Down Regulator
FeaTures
DescripTion
The LTC®3605A is a high efficiency, monolithic synchro-
nous buck regulator using a phase lockable controlled
on-time constant frequency, current mode architecture.
PolyPhase operation allows multiple LTC3605A regula-
tors to run out of phase while using minimal input and
output capacitance. The operating supply voltage range
is from 20V down to 4V, making it suitable for dual, triple
or quadruple lithium-ion battery inputs as well as point
of load power supply applications from a 12V or 5V rail.
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High Efficiency: Up to 96%
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5A Output Current
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4V to 20V V Range
IN
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Integrated Power N-Channel MOSFETs
(70mΩ Top and 35mΩ Bottom)
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Adjustable Frequency 800kHz to 4MHz
PolyPhase® Operation (Up to 12 Phases)
Output Tracking
0.6V 1% Reference Accuracy
Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load
Transient Response
Shutdown Mode Draws Less Than 15µA Supply Current
LTC3605: 15V Absolute Maximum V
LTC3605A: 22V Absolute Maximum V
The LTC3605A Is Pin Compatible with the LTC3605
Available in 24-Pin (4mm × 4mm) QFN Package
Theoperatingfrequencyisprogrammablefrom800kHzto
4MHz with an external resistor. The high frequency capa-
bility allows the use of small surface mount inductors. For
switching noise sensitive applications, it can be externally
synchronized from 800kHz to 4MHz. The PHMODE pin
allows user control of the phase of the outgoing clock
signal. The unique constant frequency/controlled on-time
architecture is ideal for high step-down ratio applications
that are operating at high frequency while demanding
fast transient response. Two internal phase-lock loops
synchronize the internal oscillator to the external clock
and also servos the regulator on-time to lock on to either
the internal clock or the external clock if it’s present.
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applicaTions
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Point of Load Power Supply
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Portable Instruments
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Distributed Power Systems
Battery-Powered Equipment
L, LT, LTC, LTM, PolyPhase, OPTI-LOOP, Linear Technology and the Linear logo are registered
trademarks of Linear Technology Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Protected by U.S. Patents, including 5481178, 5847554, 6580258, 6304066,
6476589, 6774611.
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Typical applicaTion
Efficiency and Power Loss
High Efficiency 1MHz, 5A Step-Down Regulator
100
90
10
1
V
= 3.3V
OUT
V
IN
4V TO 20V
80
22µF
×2
PV
SV
IN
IN
70
CLKOUT INTV
CC
60
50
2.2µF
1µH
CLKIN
BOOST
PGOOD
0.1µF
40
30
20
10
0
LTC3605A
V
OUT
SW
0.1
0.01
3.3V
V
11.5k
2.55k
ON
FB
47µF
V
RUN
V
V
V
= 8V
= 12V
= 20V
IN
IN
IN
IN
×2
ITH
RT
16k
PGND
0.01
0.1
1
10
162k
220pF
LOAD CURRENT (A)
3605A TA01b
3605A TA01a
3605afg
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