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LTM4618
6A DC/DC μModule Regulator with Tracking and Frequency Synchronization
Overview
Features and Benefits
- Complete Standalone Power Supply
- Wide Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 26.5V
- 6A DC Typical, 8A Peak Output Current
- 0.8V to 5V Output
- Output Voltage Tracking
- ±1.75% Maximum Total DC Error
- Current Mode Control/Fast Transient Response
- Phase-Lockable Fixed Frequency 250kHz to 780kHz
- On-Board Frequency Synchronization
- Selectable Burst Mode® Operation
- Power Good Voltage Indicator
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Output Current Foldback Limiting
- 9mm × 15mm × 4.32mm LGA and 9mm × 15mm × 4.92mm BGA Packages
Product Details
The LTM4618 is a complete 6A output switch mode DC/DC power supply. Included in the package are the switching controller, power FETs, inductor and all support components. Operating over an input voltage range of 4.5V to 26.5V, the LTM4618 supports an output voltage range of 0.8V to 5V set by a single external resistor. Its high efficiency design delivers 6A continuous current (8A peak). Only a few input and output capacitors are needed.
High switching frequency and a current mode architecture enable a very fast transient response to line and load changes without sacrificing stability. The device supports frequency synchronization and output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing. Burst Mode operation or pulseskipping mode can be selected for light load conditions.
Fault protection features include overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection and foldback current limit for short-circuit protection.
The LTM4618 is offered in 9mm × 15mm × 4.32mm LGA and 9mm × 15mm × 4.92mm BGA packages with RoHS compliant terminal finish.
Applications
- Telecom and Networking Equipment
- Servers
- Storage Cards
- ATCA Cards
- Industrial Equipment
- Point of Load Regulation
- Medical Systems
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.
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Tools & Simulations
LTspice
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Step 3: If LTspice does not automatically open after clicking the link below, you can instead run the simulation by right clicking on the link and selecting “Save Target As.” After saving the file to your computer, start LTspice and open the demonstration circuit by selecting ‘Open’ from the ‘File’ menu.
LTspice Simulations
Models for the following parts are available in LTspice:
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.
To open the project file for this circuit:
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Step 2: Click on the link(s) in the section below to download part-specific project files.
Step 3: If the project file doesn't run, right-click the link and select "Save Target As." Then start the LTpowerCAD tool and open the project file by selecing "Open Project" from the "File" menu.
LTpowerCAD Project Files
Design tools for the following parts are available in LTpowerCAD:
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