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Features and Benefits
- VIN Range: 1.8V to 5.5V, 500mV After Start-Up
- Adjustable Output Voltage: 2.5V to 15V
- 1.5A Output Current for VIN = 5V and VOUT = 12V
- Dual-Phase Control Reduces Output Voltage Ripple
- Output Disconnects from Input When Shut Down
- Synchronous Rectification: Up to 95% Efficiency
- Inrush Current Limit
- Up to 3MHz Programmable Switching Frequency Synchronizable to External Clock
- Selectable Burst Mode® Operation: 25μA IQ
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Internal Soft-Start
- <1μA IQ in Shutdown
- 16-Lead, Thermally-Enhanced 3mm × 5mm × 0.75mm DFN and TSSOP Packages
Product Details
The LTC3124 is a dual-phase, synchronous step-up DC/DC converter with true output disconnect and inrush current limiting capable of providing output voltages up to 15V. Dual-phase operation significantly reduces peak inductor and capacitor ripple currents, minimizing inductor and capacitor size. The 2.5A per phase current limit, along with the ability to program output voltages up to 15V make the LTC3124 well suited for a variety of demanding applications. Once started, operation will continue with inputs down to 500mV.
The LTC3124 switching frequency can be programmed from 100kHz to 3MHz to optimize applications for highest efficiency or smallest solution footprint. The oscillator can be synchronized to an external clock for noise sensitive applications. Selectable Burst Mode operation reduces quiescent current to 25μA, ensuring high efficiency across the entire load range. An internal soft-start limits inrush current during start-up.
Other features include a <1μA shutdown current and robust protection under short-circuit, thermal overload, and output overvoltage conditions. The LTC3124 is offered in both 16-lead DFN and thermally-enhanced TSSOP packages.
Applications
- RF, Microwave Power Amplifiers
- Piezo Actuators
- Small DC Motors, Thermal Printers
- 12V Analog Rail from Battery, 5V, or Backup Capacitor
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.
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Tools & Simulations
LTspice
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Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
LTpowerCAD
LTpowerCAD® is a power supply design program which selects power stage components, provides detailed power efficiency, shows quick loop Bode plot stability and load transient analysis, and can export to LTspice for simulation.
To open the project file for this circuit:
Step 1: Download and install LTpowerCAD on your computer.
Step 2: Click on the link(s) in the section below to download part-specific project files.
Step 3: If the project file doesn't run, right-click the link and select "Save Target As." Then start the LTpowerCAD tool and open the project file by selecing "Open Project" from the "File" menu.
LTpowerCAD Project Files
Design tools for the following parts are available in LTpowerCAD:
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