LTC3615/LTC3615-1
Dual 4MHz, 3A Synchronous
Step-Down DC/DC Converter
DescripTion
FeaTures
The LTC®3615/LTC3615-1 are dual 3A synchronous step-
downregulatorsusingacurrentmode,constant-frequency
architecture. The DC supply current is only 130µA (Burst
Mode operation at no-load) while maintaining the output
voltages, droppingtozerocurrentinshutdown. The2.25V
to 5.5V input supply range makes the parts ideally suited
for single Li-Ion applications. 100% duty cycle capability
provides low dropout operation, which extends operating
time in battery-operated systems.
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High Efficiency: Up to 94%
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Dual Outputs with 2 × 3A Output Current Capability
Low Output Ripple Burst Mode® Operation:I = 130µA
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2.25V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
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1% Output Voltage Accuracy
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Output Voltages Down to 0.6V
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Programmable Slew Rate at Switch Pins
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Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
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Shutdown Current ≤1µA
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Adjustable Switching Frequency Up to 4MHz
The operating frequency is externally programmable up to
4MHz, allowing the use of small surface mount inductors.
0°, 90°, or 180° (LTC3615) or 140°/180° (LTC3615-1) of
phase shift between the two channels can be selected to
minimizeinputcurrentrippleandoutputvoltagerippleina
dual 3A or single 6A output configuration. Programmable
slew rate limiting reduces EMI, and external synchroniza-
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Internal or External Compensation
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Selectable Pulse-Skipping/Forced Continuous/
Burst Mode Operation with Adjustable Burst Clamp
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Optional Active Voltage Positioning (AVP) with
Internal Compensation
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Selectable 0°/90°/180° (LTC3615) or selectable
140°/180° (LTC3615-1) Phase Shift Between Channels
Fixed Internal and Programmable External Soft-Start
Accurate Start-Up Tracking Capability
tion can be applied up to 4MHz.
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The internal synchronous switches increase efficiency
and eliminate the need for external catch diodes, saving
external components and board space.
DDR Memory Mode I
= 1.5A
OUT
Available in4mm ×4mm QFN-24 and TSSOP-24Packages
The LTC3615/LTC3615-1 are offered in leadless 24-pin
4mm × 4mm QFN and thermally enhanced 24-pin TSSOP
packages.
L, LT, LTC, LTM, Linear Technology, Burst Mode 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, 5994885, 6304066, 6498466, 6580258,
6611131.
applicaTions
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Point-of-Load Supplies
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Distributed Power Supplies
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Portable Computer Systems
DDR Memory Termination
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Handheld Devices
Efficiency and Power Loss vs Load Current
Typical applicaTion
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60
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0
10
V
IN
100µF
SV
IN
RUN1
PV
PV
IN2
SW1
0.47µH
0.47µH
IN1
V
1
OUT1
1.8V/3A
TRACK/SS1
PGOOD1
ITH1
47µF
422k
210k
0.1
LTC3615
FB1
SRLIM
R /SYNC
T
0.01
0.001
0.0001
MODE
V
OUT2
2.5V/3A
SW2
PHASE
47µF
RUN2
665k
210k
V
V
V
= 3.3V
= 4V
= 5V
IN
IN
IN
TRACK/SS2
PGOOD2
2.25MHz
= 2.5V
FB2
V
OUT
ITH2 SGND PGND
0.001
0.01
0.1
1
3615 TA01a
OUTPUT CURRENT (A)
3615 TA01b
3615fb
1
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