LTC3890-3 - 60V Low IQ, Dual, 2-Phase Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Controller

The LTC®3890-3 is a high performance dual step-down switching regulator DC/DC controller that drives all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stages. A constant frequency current mode architecture allows a phaselockable frequency of up to 850kHz. Power loss and supply noise are minimized by operating the two controller output stages out-of-phase.

The 50μA no-load quiescent current extends operating life in battery-powered systems. OPTI-LOOP® compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values. A wide 4V to 60V input supply range encompasses a wide range of intermediate bus voltages and battery chemistries.

Independent TRACK/SS pins for each controller ramp the output voltages during start-up. Current mode control limits the inductor current during short-circuit conditions. The PLLIN/MODE pin selects among Burst Mode operation, pulse-skipping mode, or continuous conduction mode at light loads.

For versions with different and/or additional features, see the LTC3890 family summary, Table 1, in the Pin Functions section of this data sheet.

Features
  • Wide VIN Range: 4V to 60V (65V Abs Max)
  • Low Operating IQ: 50μA (One Channel On)
  • Wide Output Voltage Range: 0.8V ≤ VOUT ≤ 24V
  • RSENSE or DCR Current Sensing
  • Out-of-Phase Controllers Reduce Input Capacitance and Power Supply Induced Noise
  • Phase-Lockable Frequency (75kHz to 850kHz)
  • Programmable Fixed Frequency (50kHz to 900kHz)
  • Selectable Continuous, Pulse-Skipping or Low Ripple Burst Mode® Operation at Light Loads
  • Very Low Dropout Operation: 99% Duty Cycle
  • Adjustable Output Voltage Soft-Start or Tracking
  • Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
  • Low Shutdown IQ: <14μA
  • Internal LDO Powers Gate Drive from VIN or EXTVCC
  • Narrow SSOP Package
Typical Application
LTC3890-3 Typical Application
LTC3890-3 Typical Application
Applications
  • Automotive Always-On Systems
  • Battery Operated Digital Devices
  • Distributed DC Power Systems
Packaging
LTC3890-3 Package Drawing
Order Information
Part NumberPackageTempPrice(1-99)Price (1k)*
LTC3890EGN-3#PBFSSOP-28E$6.39$4.47
LTC3890EGN-3#TRPBFSSOP-28E$4.53
LTC3890HGN-3#PBFSSOP-28H$7.82$5.47
LTC3890HGN-3#TRPBFSSOP-28H$5.53
LTC3890IGN-3#PBFSSOP-28I$7.40$5.18
LTC3890IGN-3#TRPBFSSOP-28I$5.24
LTC3890MPGN-3#PBFSSOP-28MP$22.10$15.47
LTC3890MPGN-3#TRPBFSSOP-28MP$15.53
Demo Boards
Part NumberDescriptionPrice
DC2299A-ALTC3890EGN-3 Demo Board | 6V ≤ VIN ≤ 60V; VOUT1 = 5V @ 8A, VOUT2 = 12V @ 5AContact Factory
Datasheet
Reliability Data
CAD Symbol
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