LTC3851A-1 - Synchronous Step-Down Switching Regulator Controller

The LTC3851A-1 is a high performance synchronous step-down switching regulator controller that drives an all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stage. A constant frequency current mode architecture allows a phase‑lockable frequency of up to 750kHz.

OPTI-LOOP compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values. The LTC3851A-1 features a precision 0.8V reference and a power good indicator. A wide 4V to 38V (40V absolute maximum) input supply range encompasses most battery configurations and intermediate bus voltages.

The TK/SS pin ramps the output voltage during start‑up and shutdown with coincident or ratiometric tracking. Current foldback limits MOSFET heat dissipation during shortcircuit conditions. The MODE/PLLIN pin selects among Burst Mode operation, pulse-skipping mode or continuous inductor current mode at light loads and allows the IC to be synchronized to an external clock. The LTC3851A-1 contains an improved PLL compared to the LTC3851-1.

The LTC3851A-1 is identical to the LTC3851A except that the ILIM pin is replaced by PGOOD.

Features
  • Wide VIN Range: 4V to 38V Operation
  • RSENSE or DCR Current Sensing
  • ±1% Output Voltage Accuracy
  • Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
  • Phase-Lockable Fixed Frequency: 250kHz to 750kHz
  • Dual N-Channel MOSFET Synchronous Drive
  • Very Low Dropout Operation: 99% Duty Cycle
  • Adjustable Output Voltage Soft-Start or Tracking
  • Output Current Foldback Limiting
  • Output Overvoltage Protection
  • OPTI-LOOP® Compensation Minimizes COUT
  • Selectable Continuous, Pulse-Skipping or Burst Mode® Operation at Light Loads
  • Low Shutdown IQ: 20μA
  • VOUT Range: 0.8V to 5.5V
  • Thermally Enhanced 16-Lead MSOP or 3mm × 3mm QFN Package
Typical Application
LTC3851A-1 Typical Application
LTC3851A-1 Typical Application
Applications
  • Automotive Systems
  • Telecom Systems
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Distributed DC Power Systems
Packaging
LTC3851A-1 Package Drawing
LTC3851A-1 Package Drawing
Order Information
Part NumberPackageTempPrice(1-99)Price (1k)*
LTC3851AEMSE-1#PBFMS-16EE$2.44$1.71
LTC3851AEMSE-1#TRPBFMS-16EE$1.77
LTC3851AEUD-1#PBF3x3 QFN-16E$2.44$1.71
LTC3851AEUD-1#TRPBF3x3 QFN-16E$1.77
LTC3851AHMSE-1#PBFMS-16EH$3.20$2.24
LTC3851AHMSE-1#TRPBFMS-16EH$2.30
LTC3851AIMSE-1#PBFMS-16EI$2.77$1.94
LTC3851AIMSE-1#TRPBFMS-16EI$2.00
LTC3851AIUD-1#PBF3x3 QFN-16I$2.77$1.94
LTC3851AIUD-1#TRPBF3x3 QFN-16I$2.00
LTC3851AMPMSE-1#PBFMS-16EMP$7.56$5.29
LTC3851AMPMSE-1#TRPBFMS-16EMP$5.35
Demo Boards
Part NumberDescriptionPrice
DC1432A-BLTC3851AEUD-1 Demo Board with PGood Signal | 4.5V ≤ VIN ≤ 14V, VOUT = 1.5V @ 15A$100.00
Datasheet
Application Note
Reliability Data
Press Release
CAD Symbol
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