LTC3725 - Single-Switch Forward Controller and Gate Driver

The LTC3725 is a controller for a single-switch forward converter and includes an on-chip gate driver.

For secondary-side control, combine the LTC3725 with the LTC3706 PolyPhase secondary-side synchronous forward controller to create a complete forward converter using a minimum of discrete parts. A proprietary scheme is used to multiplex gate drive signals across the isolation barrier through a tiny pulse transformer. The on-chip rectifier and the same pulse transformer provide gate drive bias power.

Alternatively, the LTC3725 can be used as a standalone voltage mode controller in a primary-side control architecture with optoisolator feedback. Voltage feedforward provides excellent line regulation and transient response.

Features
  • High Speed Gate Driver for Forward Converter
  • On-Chip Rectifier and Self-Starting Architecture Eliminates Need for Separate Gate Drive Bias Supply
  • Wide Input Voltage Supply Range: 9V and Up
  • Linear Regulator Controller for Fast Start-Up
  • Precision UVLO with Adjustable Hysteresis
  • Overcurrent Protection
  • Volt-Second Limit Prevents Transformer Core Saturation
  • Voltage Feedforward for Fast Transient Response
  • Available in 10-Lead MSOP Package
Typical Application
Applications
  • Isolated 48V Telecommunication Systems
  • Internet Servers and Routers
  • Distributed Power Step-Down Converters
  • Automotive and Heavy Equipment
Packaging
Order Information
Part NumberPackageTempPrice(1-99)Price (1k)*
LTC3725EMSE#PBFMS-10EE$3.66$2.56
LTC3725EMSE#TRPBFMS-10EE$2.62
LTC3725IMSE#PBFMS-10EI$4.04$2.83
LTC3725IMSE#TRPBFMS-10EI$2.89
Demo Boards
Part NumberDescriptionPrice
DC1031A-ALTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN Demo Board | Single-Switch Forward Converter, 36V ≤ VIN ≤ 72V, Vout = 2.5V @ 20A$250.00
DC1031A-BLTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN Demo Board | Single-Switch Forward Converter, 36V ≤ VIN ≤ 72V, Vout = 3.3V @ 20A$250.00
DC1031A-CLTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN Demo Board | Single-Switch Forward Converter, 36V ≤ VIN ≤ 72V, Vout = 5V @ 20A$250.00
DC1032ALTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/8 Brick | 36V < Vin < 72V, Vout: 12V/10A$250.00
DC1174A-ALTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/8 Brick | 9V < Vin < 36V, Vout: 5.0V/10A$200.00
DC1174A-BLTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/8 Brick | 9V < Vin < 36V, Vout: 12V/4A$200.00
DC1174A-CLTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/8 Brick | 9V < Vin < 36V, Vout: 15V/3A$200.00
DC1300A-ALTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/4 Brick | 9V < Vin < 36V, Vout: 5.0V/20A$200.00
DC1300A-BLTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/4 Brick | 9V < Vin < 36V, Vout: 12V/8.4A$200.00
DC1300A-CLTC3725EMSE/LTC3726EGN 1/4 Brick | 9V < Vin < 36V, Vout: 15V/6.7A$200.00
DC888A-ALTC3725EMSE/LTC3706EGN Demo Board | 1/4 Brick, 36V ≤ Vin ≤ 72V, Vout: 3.3V/50AContact Factory
DC888A-BLTC3725EMSE/LTC3706EGN Demo Board | 1/4 Brick, 36V ≤ Vin ≤ 72V, Vout: 5V/40AContact Factory
DC888A-CLTC3725EMSE/LTC3706EGN Demo Board | 1/4 Brick, 36V ≤ Vin ≤ 72V, Vout: 12V/20AContact Factory
Datasheet
Design Note
Reliability Data
LT Journal
Press Release
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