LTC3615EFE#PBF

Product Overview

Category

The LTC3615EFE#PBF belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) specifically designed for power management applications.

Use

This IC is commonly used in various electronic devices and systems to efficiently regulate and control power supply voltages.

Characteristics

• High efficiency: The LTC3615EFE#PBF offers excellent power conversion efficiency, minimizing energy loss during voltage regulation.
• Wide input voltage range: It can accept a wide range of input voltages, making it suitable for diverse power supply applications.
• Low quiescent current: The IC has a low quiescent current, ensuring minimal power consumption during standby or idle modes.
• Compact package: The LTC3615EFE#PBF is available in a small form factor package, enabling space-saving designs.
• Robustness: It provides protection features such as overvoltage, undervoltage, and overcurrent protection, enhancing system reliability.

Package and Quantity

The LTC3615EFE#PBF is packaged in a 20-pin TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package). It is typically sold in reels containing a specified quantity of ICs.

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.25V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage Range: 0.6V to VIN
• Maximum Output Current: 3A
• Switching Frequency: Adjustable up to 4MHz
• Efficiency: Up to 95%
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C

Pin Configuration

The LTC3615EFE#PBF features a 20-pin TSSOP package with the following pin configuration:

1. VIN: Input Voltage
2. SW: Switch Node
3. GND: Ground
4. FB: Feedback Voltage
5. SS: Soft-Start
6. VCC: IC Supply Voltage
7. EN: Enable Pin
8. PGND: Power Ground
9. LX1: Inductor Connection 1
10. LX2: Inductor Connection 2
11. BST: Bootstrap Capacitor
12. AGND: Analog Ground
13. COMP: Compensation Node
14. SS/TRK: Soft-Start/Tracking
15. SYNC: Synchronization Input
16. CLKOUT: Clock Output
17. PGOOD: Power Good Indicator
18. VOUT: Output Voltage
19. VREF: Reference Voltage
20. RT: Oscillator Timing Resistor

Functional Features

• Wide input voltage range allows compatibility with various power sources.
• High efficiency conversion minimizes energy loss and heat generation.
• Adjustable switching frequency enables optimization for different applications.
• Integrated protection features enhance system reliability and durability.
• Soft-start and tracking functionality ensure controlled startup and shutdown sequences.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High efficiency leads to reduced power consumption and longer battery life.
• Wide input voltage range provides flexibility in power supply selection.
• Compact package size enables space-saving designs.
• Integrated protection features enhance system reliability and prevent damage.

Disadvantages

• Limited maximum output current may not be suitable for high-power applications.
• Requires careful consideration of external components for optimal performance.
• Higher cost compared to some alternative models.

Working Principles

The LTC3615EFE#PBF operates as a synchronous buck regulator, converting a higher input voltage to a lower output voltage efficiently. It utilizes pulse-width modulation (PWM) techniques to regulate the output voltage based on feedback from the FB pin. The internal control circuitry adjusts the duty cycle of the switching transistor to maintain the desired output voltage. The IC also incorporates various protection mechanisms to safeguard against overvoltage, undervoltage, and overcurrent conditions.

Application Field Plans

The LTC3615EFE#PBF finds applications in a wide range of electronic devices and systems, including but not limited to: - Portable electronic devices (e.g., smartphones, tablets, portable media players) - Battery-powered systems - Industrial automation equipment - Automotive electronics - IoT (Internet of Things) devices - Power management modules

Alternative Models

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Please note that the suitability of alternative models should be evaluated based on specific application requirements and design considerations.

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