Overview
Features and Benefits
- Wide Input Range: 3.6V to 25V
- 5V at 400mA from 7V to 25V Input
- 3.3V at 400mA from 4.7V to 25V Input
- Fixed Frequency 1.4MHz Operation
- Uses Tiny Capacitors and Inductors
- Internally Compensated
- Low Shutdown Current: <1µA
- Low VCESAT Switch: 220mV at 300mA
- Tiny 6-Lead SOT-23 Package
Product Details
The LT1616 is a current mode PWM step-down DC/DC converter with internal 0.6A power switch, packaged in a tiny 6-lead SOT-23. The wide input range of 3.6V to 25V makes the LT1616 suitable for regulating a wide variety of power sources, from 4-cell batteries and 5V logic rails to unregulated wall transformers and lead-acid batteries. Its high operating frequency allows the use of tiny, low cost inductors and ceramic capacitors. With its internal compensation eliminating additional components, a complete 400mA step-down regulator fits onto 0.15 square inches of PC board area.
The constant frequency current mode PWM architecture and stable operation with ceramic capacitors results in low, predictable output ripple. Current limiting provides protection against shorted outputs. The low current (<1µA) shutdown provides complete output disconnect, enabling easy power management in battery-powered systems.
Applications
- Wall Transformer Regulation
- Local Logic Supply Conversion:
- 12V to 5V
- 12V or 5V to 3.3V, 2.5V or 1.8V
- Battery-Powered Equipment
- Distributed Supply Regulation
- Digital Cameras
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Product Lifecycle
Production
At least one model within this product family is in production and available for purchase. The product is appropriate for new designs but newer alternatives may exist.
Documentation & Resources
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R303 Reliability Data3/23/2018
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Tiny SOT-23 Buck Regulator Accepts Inputs from 3.6V to 25V9/1/2000 LT Journal
Tools & Simulations
LTspice
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Product Recommendations
LT1616 Companion Parts
Design Resources
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Part Number | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | Pin/Package Drawing | CAD Symbols, Footprints & 3D Models |
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LT1616ES6#TRMPBF | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | 6-Lead TSOT-23 | |
LT1616ES6#TRPBF | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | 6-Lead TSOT-23 | |
Wafer Fabrication Data | R303 Reliability Data |
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