LTC3828 - Dual, 2-Phase Step-Down Controller with Tracking

The LTC3828 is a dual high performance step-down switching regulator controller that drives all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stages.  A constant frequency current mode architecture allows for a phase-lockable frequency of up to 550kHz.  The TRCKSS pin provides both soft-start and tracking functions.  Multiple LTC3828s can be daisy-chained in applications requiring more than two voltages to be tracked.

OPTI-LOOP compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values.  The precision 0.8V reference and power good output indicator are compatible with a wide 4.5V to 28V (30V maximum) input supply range, encompassing all battery chemistries.

The RUN pins control their respective channels independently.  The FCB/PLLIN pin selects among Burst Mode operation, skip-cycle mode and continuous current mode.  Current foldback limits MOSFET dissipationduring short-circuit conditions.  Reverse current and current foldback functions are disabled during soft-start.

Features
  • Dual, 180° Phased Controllers Reduce Required Input Capacitance and Power Supply Induced Noise
  • Tracking for Both Outputs
  • Constant Frequency Current Mode Control
  • Wide VIN Range: 4.5V to 28V Operation
  • Power Good Output Voltage Indicator
  • Adjustable Soft-Start Current Ramping
  • Foldback Output Current Limiting- Disabled at Start-Up
  • No Reverse Current During Soft-Start Interval
  • Clock Output for 3-, 4-, 6-Phase Operation
  • Dual N-Channel MOSFET Synchronous Drive
  • ±1% Output Voltage Accuracy
  • Phase-Lockable Fixed Frequency 260kHz to 550kHz
  • OPTI-LOOP® Compensation Minimizes COUT
  • Very Low Dropout Operation: 99% Duty Cycle
  • Output Overvoltage Protection
  • Small 28-Lead SSOP and 5mm × 5mm QFN Packages
Typical Application
Applications
  • Telecom Infrastructure
  • ASIC Power Supply
  • Industry Equipment
Packaging

Order Information
Part NumberPackageTempPrice(1-99)Price (1k)*
LTC3828EG#PBFSSOP-28E$6.64$4.65
LTC3828EG#TRPBFSSOP-28E$4.75
LTC3828EUH#PBF5x5 QFN-32E$6.64$4.65
LTC3828EUH#TRPBF5x5 QFN-32E$4.75
Demo Boards
Part NumberDescriptionPrice
DC802ALTC3828EUH Demo Board | 2-Phase, Tracking, 7V ≤ VIN ≤ 21V; Vout1 = 5V @ 5A, Vout2 = 3.3V @ 5AContact Factory
DC884ALTC3828EUH Demo Board | 2-Phase, Tracking, 5V ≤ VIN ≤ 12V; Vout1 = 2V @ 17A, Vout2 = 1.5V @ 17AContact Factory
DC980A/BLTC2970 Demo Board | Dual Power Supply Monitor and Margining Controller [requires DC590]$150.00
Companion Boards
Part NumberDescriptionPrice
DC2026CLinduino One Isolated USB Demo Board: An Arduino- and QuikEval-Compatible Code Development Platform$75.00
DC590BIsolated USB Serial Controller for Linear Technology QuikEval-Compatible Demo Boards$50.00
Datasheet
Design Note
Reliability Data
LT Journal
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