LTC3614
4A, 4MHz Monolithic
Synchronous Step-Down
DC/DC Converter
DescripTion
FeaTures
The LTC®3614 is a low quiescent current monolithic syn-
chronous buck regulator using a current mode, constant
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4A Output Current
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2.25V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
Low Output Ripple Burst Mode® Operation: I = 75µA frequency architecture. The no-load DC supply current
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±±1 Output Voltage Accuracy
in sleep mode is only 75µA while maintaining the output
voltage (Burst Mode operation) at no load, dropping to
zero current in shutdown. The 2.25V to 5.5V input supply
voltage range makes the LTC3614 ideally suited for single
Li-Ionaswellasfixedlowvoltageinputapplications.100%
duty cycle capability provides low dropout operation,
extending the operating timein battery-powered systems.
Output Voltage Down to 0.6V
High Efficiency: Up to 951
Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
Programmable Slew Rate on SW Node Reduces
Noise and EMI
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Adjustable Switching Frequency: Up to 4MHz
Optional Active Voltage Positioning (AVP) with
Internal Compensation
The operating frequency is externally programmable up to
4MHz, allowing the use of small surface mount inductors.
For switching-noise-sensitive applications, the LTC3614
can be synchronized to an external clock at up to 4MHz.
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Selectable Pulse-Skipping/Forced Continuous/Burst
Mode Operation with Adjustable Burst Clamp
Programmable Soft-Start
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ForcedcontinuousmodeoperationintheLTC3614reduces
noiseandRFinterference.Adjustablecompensationallows
the transient response to be optimized over a wide range
of loads and output capacitors.
Inputs for Start-Up Tracking or External Reference
DDR Memory Mode, I
= 3A
OUT
Available in a 24-Pin 3mm × 5mm QFN
Thermally Enhanced Package
The internal synchronous switch increases efficiency and
eliminates the need for an external catch diode, saving
external components and board space. The LTC3614
is offered in a leadless 24-pin 3mm × 5mm thermally
enhanced QFN package.
applicaTions
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Point-of-Load Supplies
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Distributed Power Supplies
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Portable Computer Systems
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DDR Memory Termination
L, LT, LTC, LTM, Linear Technology, the Linear logo and Burst Mode are registered trademarks
of Linear Technology Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Protected by U.S. Patents, including 6580258, 5481178, 5994885, 6304066, 6498466, 6611131.
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Handheld Devices
Efficiency and Power Loss
Typical applicaTion
vs Load Current
100
V
IN
2.7V TO 5.5V
90
10µF
×4
SV
PV
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
1
IN
IN
RUN
SRLIM/DDR
TRACK/SS
RT/SYNC
0.1
0.01
0
330nH
V
2.5V
4A
OUT
LTC3614
SW
SGND
PGND
PGOOD
ITH
47µF
×2
MODE
V
FB
665k
3614 TA01a
V
V
V
= 2.8V
= 3.3V
= 5V
IN
IN
IN
210k
V
= 2.5V
10
OUT
1
100
1000
10000
OUTPUT CURRENT (mA)
3614 TA01b
3614fc
1
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