LTC3601
PRODUCTION1.5A, 15V Monolithic Synchronous Step-Down Regulator
- Part Models
- 8
- 1ku List Price
- Starting From $3.52
Overview
- 4V to 15V Operating Input Voltage Range
- 1.5A Output Current
- Up to 96% Efficiency
- Very Low Duty Cycle Operation: 5% at 2.25MHz
- Adjustable Switching Frequency: 800kHz to 4MHz
- External Frequency Synchronization
- Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load Transient Response
- User Selectable Burst Mode® (No Load IQ = 300μA) or Forced Continuous Operation
- 0.6V Reference Allows Low Output Voltages
- Short-Circuit Protected
- Output Voltage Tracking Capability
- Programmable Soft-Start
- Power Good Status Output
- Available in Small, Thermally Enhanced, 16-Pin QFN (3mm × 3mm) and MSOP Packages
The LTC3601 is a high efficiency, monolithic synchronous buck regulator using a phase-lockable controlled on-time, current mode architecture capable of supplying up to 1.5A of output current. The operating supply voltage range is from 4V to 15V, making it suitable for a wide range of power supply applications.
The operating frequency is programmable from 800kHz to 4MHz with an external resistor enabling the use of small surface mount inductors. For switching noise sensitive applications, the LTC3601 can be externally synchronized over the same frequency range. An internal phase-locked loop aligns the on-time of the top power MOSFET to the internal or external clock. This unique constant frequency/ controlled on-time architecture is ideal for high step-down ratio applications that demand high switching frequencies and fast transient response.
The LTC3601 offers two operational modes: Burst Mode operation and forced continuous mode to allow the user to optimize output voltage ripple, noise, and light load efficiency for a given application. Maximum light load efficiency is achieved with the selection of Burst Mode operation while forced continuous mode provides minimum output ripple and constant frequency operation.
Applications
- Distributed Power Systems
- Lithium-Ion Battery-Powered Instruments
- Point-of-Load Power Supply
Documentation
Data Sheet 1
User Guide 2
Technical Articles 1
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| Part Model | Pin/Package Drawing | Documentation | CAD Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models |
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| LTC3601EMSE#PBF | 16-Lead MSOP w/ EP | ||
| LTC3601EMSE#TRPBF | 16-Lead MSOP w/ EP | ||
| LTC3601EUD#PBF | 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm x 0.75mm w/ EP) | ||
| LTC3601EUD#TRPBF | 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm x 0.75mm w/ EP) | ||
| LTC3601IMSE#PBF | 16-Lead MSOP w/ EP | ||
| LTC3601IMSE#TRPBF | 16-Lead MSOP w/ EP | ||
| LTC3601IUD#PBF | 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm x 0.75mm w/ EP) | ||
| LTC3601IUD#TRPBF | 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm x 0.75mm w/ EP) |
| Part Models | Product Lifecycle | PCN |
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Oct 11, 2022 - 22_0244 Epoxy Change from Henkel 8290 to 8290A for MSOP Package |
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| LTC3601EMSE#TRPBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601IMSE#PBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601IMSE#TRPBF | PRODUCTION | |
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Feb 4, 2020 - 20_0132 Laser Top Mark for 16-Lead MSOP Packages Assembled in ADPG and UTAC |
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| LTC3601EMSE#PBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601EMSE#TRPBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601IMSE#PBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601IMSE#TRPBF | PRODUCTION | |
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Jul 12, 2022 - 22_0157 UTAC Thai Limited (UTL) as Alternate Assembly Site for MSOP Packages [With Modification in BOM] |
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| LTC3601IMSE#PBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601IMSE#TRPBF | PRODUCTION | |
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Jun 21, 2022 - 22_0050 UTAC Thai Limited (UTL) as Alternate Assembly Site for MSOP Packages / Devices |
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| LTC3601IMSE#PBF | PRODUCTION | |
| LTC3601IMSE#TRPBF | PRODUCTION | |
This is the most up-to-date revision of the Data Sheet.
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Tools & Simulations
LTspice 1
Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
- LTC3601
LTpowerCAD 2
- LTC3601 Project - 1.5A, 15V Monolithic Buck Regulator (4.5-15V to 1.2V @ 1.5A)
- LTC3601 Project - 1.5A, 15V Monolithic Buck Regulator (4.5-15V to 1.8V @ 1.5A)
Design tools for the following parts are available in LTpowerCAD:
- LTC3601
LTspice® is a powerful, fast and free simulation software, schematic capture and waveform viewer with enhancements and models for improving the simulation of analog circuits.
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.
