
Linear Technology
DESCRIPTION
The LTC®3417A-1 is a dual constant frequency, synchronous step-down DC/DC converter. Intended for medium power applications, it operates from a 2.25V to 5.5V input voltage range and has a constant programmable switching frequency, allowing the use of tiny, low cost capacitors and inductors 2mm or less in height. Each output voltage is adjustable from 0.8V to 5V. Internal synchronous, low RDS(ON) power switches provide high efficiency without the need for external Schottky diodes.
FEATURES
■ High Effi ciency: Up to 95%
■ 1.5A/1A Guaranteed Minimum Output Current
■ Synchronizable to External Clock
■ Power-On-Reset Output
■ No Schottky Diodes Required
■ Programmable Frequency Operation: 1.5MHz or
Adjustable From 0.6MHz to 4MHz
■ Low Ripple (< 35mVP-P) BurstMode® Operation
■ Low RDS(ON) Internal Switches
■ Short-Circuit Protected
■ VIN: 2.25V to 5.5V
■ Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load
Transient Response
■ 125μA Quiescent Current in Sleep Mode
■ Ultralow Shutdown Current: IQ < 1μA
■ Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
■ Phase Pin Selects 2nd Channel Phase Relationship
with Respect to 1st Channel
■ Internal Soft-Start with Individual Run Pin Control
■ Available in Small Thermally Enhanced
(3mm × 5mm) DFN and 20-Lead TSSOP Packages
APPLICATIONS
■ GPS/Navigation Systems
■ Automotive Instrumentation
■ PC Cards
■ Industrial Power Supplies
■ General Purpose Point of Load DC/DC