The evaluation circuit EVAL-LTC7893-AZ is a single output synchronous step-up converter that drives GaN field effect transistors (FETs). The EVAL-LTC7893-AZ evaluation board features 100V GaN FETs.
The EVAL-LTC7893-AZ features the LTC®7893: a low quiescent current, high frequency (programmable fixed frequency from 100kHz up to 3MHz), step-up DC/DC synchronous controller, with a dedicated driver feature for GaN FETs, which can also be used to drive logic-level silicon FETs.
The EVAL-LTC7893-AZ operates over an input voltage range from 8V to 36V and produces a 48V output with load current up to 18A (without heatsink). A mode selector allows the EVAL-LTC7893-AZ to operate in forced continuous operation, pulse-skipping or Burst Mode® operation during light loads. The EVAL-LTC7893-AZ is set to 500kHz switching frequency, which results in a small and efficient circuit.
The performance summary table summarizes the performance of the evaluation circuit at room temperature. The evaluation circuit can be easily modified for different applications. The LTC7893 is housed in a 28-lead (4mm × 5mm), side-wettable QFN package. Refer to the data sheet in conjunction with this EVAL-LTC7893-AZ evaluation circuit user guide.
Design files for this circuit board are available at www.analog.com.
