The LT3591 is a fixed frequency step-up DC/DC converter specifi cally designed to drive up to ten white LEDs in series from a Li-Ion cell. Series connection of the LEDs provides identical LED currents resulting in uniform brightness and eliminating the need for ballast resistors. The device features a unique high side LED current sense that enables the part to function as a “one wire current source;” one side of the LED string can be returned to ground anywhere, allowing a simpler one wire LED connection. Traditional LED drivers use a grounded resistor to sense LED current, requiring a 2-wire connection to the LED string.
The high switching frequency allows the use of tiny inductors and capacitors. A single pin performs both shutdown and accurate LED dimming control. Few external components are needed: open-LED protection and the Schottky diode are all contained inside a low profi le 3mm × 2mm DFN package.
Part Number | Package | Temp | Price(1-99) | Price (1k)* |
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LT3591EDDB#PBF | 3x2 DFN-8 | E | $2.00 | |
LT3591EDDB#TRMPBF | 3x2 DFN-8 | E | $2.00 | $1.45 |
LT3591EDDB#TRPBF | 3x2 DFN-8 | E | $2.00 | $1.40 |
Part Number | Description | Price |
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DC1124A | LT3591EDDB Demo Board | Boost LED Driver, 3V ≤ VIN ≤ 9V, VOUT = 40V @ 20mA | $75.00 |