Overview
Features and Benefits
- No Current Sense Resistor Required
- VOUT up to 60V
- Constant Frequency 550kHz Operation
- Internal Soft-Start and Optional External Soft-Start
- Adjustable Current Limit
- Pulse Skipping at Light Load
- VIN Range: 2.75V to 9.8V
- ±1.5% Voltage Reference Accuracy
- Current Mode Operation for Excellent Line and Load Transient Response
- Low Profile (1mm) SOT-23 and 2mm × 3mm DFN Packages
Product Details
The LTC3872 is a constant frequency current mode boost DC/DC controller that drives an N-channel power MOSFET and requires very few external components. The No RSENSE™ architecture eliminates the need for a sense resistor, improves efficiency and saves board space.
The LTC3872 provides excellent AC and DC load and line regulation with ±1.5% output voltage accuracy. It incorporates an undervoltage lockout feature that shuts down the device when the input voltage falls below 2.3V.
High switching frequency of 550kHz allows the use of a small inductor. The LTC3872 is available in an 8-lead low profile (1mm) ThinSOT™ package and 8-pin 2mm × 3mm DFN package.
| LTC3872 | LTC3872-1 | |
| Frequency Foldback In Current Limit | Yes | No |
Applications
- Telecom Power Supplies
- 42V Automotive Systems
- 24V Industrial Controls
- IP Phone Power Supplies
Product Categories
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 (1)
Documentation & Resources
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R421 Reliability Data3/23/2018
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DC989B-A - Demo Manual4/9/2014
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Miniscule Step-Up Controller Yields Wide Input and Output Ranges9/1/2006 LT Journal
Tools & Simulations
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LTC3872
Design Resources
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