LTC3850-2
Dual, 2-Phase Synchronous Step-
Down Switching Controller
FEATURES
DESCRIPTION
The LTC®3850-2 is a high performance dual synchronous
step-down switching regulator controller that drives all
N-channel power MOSFET stages. A constant-frequency
current mode architecture allows a phase-lockable
frequency of up to 780kHz. Power loss and supply noise
are minimized by operating the two controller output
stages out of phase.
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Dual, 180° Phased Controllers Reduce Required
Input Capacitance and Power Supply Induced Noise
High Efficiency: Up to 95%
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or DCR Current Sensing
SENSE
1% 0.8V Output Voltage Accuracy
Phase-Lockable Fixed Frequency 250kHz to 780kHz
Supports Pre-Biased Output
Dual N-Channel MOSFET Synchronous Drive
OPTI-LOOP® compensation allows the transient response
to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance
and ESR values. The LTC3850-2 features a precision 0.8V
reference and a power good output indicator. A wide 4V
to 30V input supply range encompasses most battery
chemistries and intermediate bus voltages.
Wide V Range: 4V to 30V Operation
IN
Adjustable Soft-Start Current Ramping or Tracking
Foldback Output Current Limiting
Output Overvoltage Protection
Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
28-Pin Narrow SSOP Package
Independent TK/SS pins for each controller ramp the
output voltages during start-up. Current foldback limits
MOSFET heat dissipation during short-circuit conditions.
The MODE/PLLIN pin selects among Burst Mode® oper-
ation, pulse-skipping mode, or continuous inductor cur-
rent mode and allows the IC to be synchronized to an
external clock.
AEC-Q100 Qualified for Automotive Applications
APPLICATIONS
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Notebook and Palmtop Computers
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Portable Instruments
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Battery-Operated Digital Devices
DC Power Distribution Systems
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The LTC3850-2 is identical to the LTC3850-1, except they
have different pin assignments.
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TYPICAL APPLICATION
High Efficiency Dual 3.3V/2.5V Step-Down Converter
Efficiency
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