Overview
Features and Benefits
- Wide Input Voltage Range: 4.0V to 40V
- 1A Guaranteed Output Current
- High Efficiency: Up to 95%
- Wide Output Voltage Range
- LTC3646: 2.0V to 30V
- LTC3646-1: 0.6V to 15V
- ±1% Accurate Reference Voltage
- Internal or External Compensation
- Switching Frequency Adjustable and Synchronizable: 200kHz to 3MHz
- Selectable High Efficiency Burst Mode® Operation or Forced Continuous Mode
- 14 Lead 3mm × 4mm DFN or Thermally Enhanced
- 16-Lead MSOP Packages
Product Details
The LTC3646 is a high efficiency, step-down DC/DC converter with internal high side and synchronous power FETs. It draws only 140μA typical DC supply current in Burst Mode operation at no load while maintaining output voltage regulation.
The LTC3646 can supply up to a 1A load, and its combination of Burst Mode operation, integrated power switches and low quiescent current provides high efficiency over a broad range of load currents. Alternatively, it can be used in forced continuous mode for ripple sensitive applications.
The LTC3646 has a wide 4.0V to 40V input range and its patented controlled on-time architecture and 0.6V reference voltage allow for large step-down ratios without the risk of output overvoltage. The frequency may be set between 200kHz and 3.0MHz with a program resistor or synchronized to an external clock.
The internal soft-start, short-circuit protection and voltage rating make the LTC3646 a robust part ideal for high voltage applications.
Applications
- Point of Load Power Supply
- Intermediate Bus Power
- Automotive Applications
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.
Evaluation Kits (4)
Documentation
Reliability Data (1)
User Guides (2)
Tools & Simulations
LTspice
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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.
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LTpowerCAD Project Files
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Reference Materials
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Design Resources
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