LTC3636/LTC3636-1
Dual Channel 6A, 20V
Monolithic Synchronous
Step-Down Regulator
FEATURES
DESCRIPTION
TheLTC®3636/LTC3636-1isahighefficiency,dual-channel
monolithicsynchronousbuckregulatorusingacontrolled
on-time current mode architecture, with phase lockable
switchingfrequency.Theoperatingsupplyvoltagerangeis
from 3.1V to 20V, making it suitable for lithium-ion battery
stacks as well as point of load power supply applications
from a 12V or 5V input.
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Wide V Range: 3.1V to 20V
IN
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Wide V
Range:
OUT
0.6V to 5V (LTC3636)
1.8V to 12V (LTC3636-1)
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Output Current per Channel: 6A
High Efficiency: Up to 95%
Die Temperature Monitor
Adjustable Switching Frequency: 500kHz to 4MHz
External Frequency Synchronization
Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and
Load Transient Response
Theoperatingfrequencyisprogrammablefrom500kHzto
4MHz with an external resistor and may be synchronized
to an external clock signal. The high frequency capability
allows the use of small surface mount inductors and
capacitors. The unique constant frequency/controlled
on-time architecture is ideal for high step-down ratio ap-
plications that operate at high frequency while demanding
fast transient response.
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0.6V Reference Allows Low Output Voltages
User Selectable Burst Mode® Operation or Forced
Continuous Operation
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Output Voltage Tracking and Soft-Start Capability
Short-Circuit Protected
Overvoltage Input and Overtemperature Protection
Power Good Status Outputs
Low Profile 4mm × 5mm 28-Lead QFN Package
The LTC3636/LTC3636-1 can select between forced con-
tinuous mode and high efficiency Burst Mode operation.
The LTC3636 and LTC3636-1 differ in their output voltage
sense range.
All registered trademarks and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Protected
by U.S. Patents including 5481178, 5847554, 6580258, 6304066, 6476589, 6774611.
APPLICATIONS
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Distributed Power Systems
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Battery-Powered Instruments
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Point-of-Load Power Supplies
TYPICAL APPLICATION
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