LTC3614是Linear公司的4A 4MHz同步降压DC/DC转换器,采用电流模式和固定频率架构.无负载睡眠模式的电流为75uA,输入电压从2.25V到5.5V,100%占空比,工作频率可编程到4MHz,允许使用小型SMT电感器.输出电压精度±1%,电压可低至0.6V,效率高达95%,主要用在POL电源,分布电源,手提计算机电源,DDR存储器电源和手持设备.本文介绍了LTC3614主要特性,方框图以及多种应用电路.

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4A, 4MHz Monolithic Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Converter



The LTC3614 is a low quiescent current monolithic synchronous buck regulator using a current mode, constant frequency architecture. The no-load DC supply current in sleep mode is only 75μA while maintaining the output voltage (Burst Mode operation) at no load, dropping to zero current in shutdown. The 2.25V to 5.5V input supply voltage range makes the LTC3614 ideally suited for single Li-Ion as well as fixed low voltage input applications. 100% duty cycle capability provides low dropout operation, extending the operating time in battery-powered systems.



The operating frequency is externally programmable up to 4MHz, allowing the use of small surface mount inductors. For switching-noise-sensitive applications, the LTC3614 can be synchronized to an external clock at up to 4MHz.



Forced continuous mode operation in the LTC3614 reduces noise and RF interference. Adjustable compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of loads and output capacitors.



The internal synchronous switch increases efficiency and eliminates the need for an external catch diode, saving external components and board space. The LTC3614 is offered in a leadless 24-pin 3mm x 5mm thermally enhanced QFN package.



LTC3614主要特性:



4A Output Current



2.25V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range



Low Output Ripple Burst Mode Operation: IQ = 75μA



±1% Output Voltage Accuracy



Output Voltage Down to 0.6V



High Efficiency: Up to 95%



Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle



Programmable Slew Rate on SW Node Reduces Noise and EMI



Adjustable Switching Frequency: Up to 4MHz



Optional Active Voltage Positioning (AVP) with Internal Compensation



Selectable Pulse-Skipping/Forced Continuous/Burst Mode Operation with Adjustable Burst Clamp



Programmable Soft-Start



Inputs for Start-Up Tracking or External Reference



DDR Memory Mode, IOUT = ±3A



Available in a 24-Pin 3mmx 5mm QFN Thermally Enhanced Package



LTC3614应用:



Point-of-Load Supplies



Distributed Power Supplies



Portable Computer Systems



DDR Memory Termination



Handheld Devices



图1.LTC3614方框图

图2.LTC3614 1.8V/4A降压稳压器电路图



图3.快速补偿和改进瞬变响应2.25MHz通用降压稳压器电路图



图4.采用1MHz外接时钟的主从跟踪输出电路图