
Linear Technology
DESCRIPTION
The LTC®1473 provides a power management solution for single and dual battery notebook computers and other portable equipment. The LTC1473 drives two sets of back-to-back N-channel MOSFET switches to route power to the input of the main system switching regulator. An internal boost regulator provides the voltage to fully enhance the logic level N-channel MOSFET switches.
FEATURES
■ Power Path Management for Systems with Multiple DC Sources
■ All N-Channel Switching to Reduce Power Losses and System Cost
■ Switches and Isolates Sources Up to 30V
■ Adaptive High Voltage Step-Up Regulator for N-Channel Gate Drive
■ Capacitor Inrush and Short-Circuit Current Limited
■ User-Programmable Timer to Limit Switch Dissipation
■ Small Footprint: 16-Pin Narrow SSOP
APPLICATIONS
■ Notebook Computers
■ Portable Instruments
■ Handi-Terminals
■ Portable Medical Equipment
■ Portable Industrial Control Equipment