LT1768 - High Power CCFL Controller for Wide Dimming Range and Maximum Lamp Lifetime

The LT1768 is a current mode PWM controller with a 1.5A MOSFET driver for high power applications. It contains a 350kHz oscillator, 5V reference, and a current sense comparator with a 100mV threshold. It operates from an 8V to 24V input voltage. The LT1768 also has undervoltage lockout, thermal limit, and a shutdown pin that reduces supply current to 65µA. It is available in a small 16-lead SSOP package.

Features
  • Ultrawide Multimode Dimming™ Range
  • Multiple Lamp Capability
  • Programmable PWM Dimming Range and Frequency
  • Precision Maximum and Minimum Lamp Currents Maximize Lamp Lifetime
  • No Lamp Flicker Under All Supply and Load Conditions
  • Open Lamp Detection and Protection
  • 350kHz Switching Frequency
  • 1.5A MOSFET Gate Driver
  • 100mV Current Sense Threshold
  • 5V Reference Voltage Output
  • The 16-Lead SSOP Package
Typical Application

Applications
  • Desktop Flat Panel Displays
  • Multiple Lamp Displays
  • Notebook LCD Displays
  • Point of Sale Terminal Displays
Packaging
Order Information
Part NumberPackageTempPrice(1-99)Price (1k)*
LT1768CGN#PBFSSOP-16C$4.70$4.10
LT1768CGN#TRPBFSSOP-16C$4.16
LT1768IGN#PBFSSOP-16I$5.10$4.50
LT1768IGN#TRPBFSSOP-16I$4.56
Demo Boards
Part NumberDescriptionPrice
DC354ALT1768CGN | High Power Dual CCFL Power Supply with Ultrawide Multimode Dimming Range$175.00
Datasheet
Design Note
Reliability Data
LT Journal
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