LTC3708

PRODUCTION

Fast 2-Phase, No R_SENSE Buck Controller with Output Tracking

Part Models: 2
1ku List Price: Starting From $6.35

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Overview

Very Low Duty Factor Operation (t_ON(MIN) < 85ns)
No R_SENSE^™ Option for Maximum Efficiency
Very Fast Transient Response
Programmable Output Voltage Up/Down Tracking
2-Phase Operation Reduces Input Capacitance
0.6V ±1% Output Voltage Reference
External Frequency Synchronization
Monotonic Soft-Start
On-board High Current MOSFET Drivers
Wide V_IN Range: Up to 36V
Adjustable Cycle-by-Cycle Current Limit
Instant Output Overvoltage Protection
Optional Short-Circuit Shutdown Timer
Power Good Output with 100µs Masking
Available in 5mm × 5mm QFN Package

The LTC3708 is a dual, 2-phase synchronous step-down switching regulator with output voltage up/down tracking capability. The IC allows either coincident or ratiometric tracking. Multiple LTC3708s can be daisy-chained in applications requiring more than two voltages to be tracked. Power supply sequencing is accomplished using an external soft-start timing capacitor.

The LTC3708 uses a constant on-time, valley current mode control architecture to deliver very low duty factors without requiring a sense resistor. Operating frequency is selected by an external resistor and is compensated for variations in input supply voltage. An internal phase-locked loop allows the IC to be synchronized to an external clock.

Fault protection is provided by an output overvoltage comparator and an optional short-circuit shutdown timer. The regulator current limit level is user programmable. A wide supply range allows voltages as high as 36V to be stepped down to 0.6V output.

Applications

Notebook and Palmtop Computers, PDAs
Digital Signal Processors
Network Servers

Part Models: 2
1ku List Price: Starting From $6.35

Documentation

ADI has always placed the highest emphasis on delivering products that meet the maximum levels of quality and reliability. We achieve this by incorporating quality and reliability checks in every scope of product and process design, and in the manufacturing process as well. "Zero defects" for shipped products is always our goal. View our quality and reliability program and certifications for more information.

Part Model	Pin/Package Drawing	Documentation	CAD Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models
LTC3708EUH#PBF	32-Lead QFN (5mm x 5mm x 0.75mm w/ EP)	Material Declaration Reliablity Data Package Resources	Ultra Librarian SamacSys
LTC3708EUH#TRPBF	32-Lead QFN (5mm x 5mm x 0.75mm w/ EP)	Material Declaration Reliablity Data Package Resources	Ultra Librarian SamacSys

Part Models	Product Lifecycle	PCN

Jan 20, 2022 - 21_0269 Addition of Alternate Assembly Site ASE Taiwan for Select LFCSP Products
		PCN21_0269_Form Material_Report Detailed Change Description Qualification Results Summary
LTC3708EUH#PBF	PRODUCTION
LTC3708EUH#TRPBF	PRODUCTION

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Reliability Data 1

Design Note 3

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