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2A, 1MHz Synchronous Boost Regulator from Linear Technology
Linear Technology has announced the LTC3539/-2, 1MHz/2MHz, current mode, synchronous boost DC/DC converters with output disconnect and integrated soft-start. Their internal 2A switches can deliver output voltages as high as 5.25V from an input voltage range of 0.70V at start-up, (0.5V when running) to 5V, making them ideal for Li-Ion/Polymer or single/multicell alkaline/NiMH applications.
The The LTC3539/-2 have internal switches with an RDS(ON) of only 0.09 Ohm (N-Channel) and 0.125 Ohm (P-Channel) to deliver efficiencies as high as 94%. The output disconnect feature allows the output to be completely discharged in shutdown. It also limits the inrush of current during start-up, minimizing surge currents seen by the input supply. The LTC3539/-2 will also regulate the output voltage when the input voltage exceeds the output voltage, making the device compatible with any battery chemistry. For applications demanding the lowest possible noise operation, the LTC3539/-2 can be set via an external pin to operate in a continuous frequency mode. This version runs in continuous mode at all current levels to minimize possible interference of switching noise with noise-sensitive circuitry slightly reducing light load efficiency. Additional features include anti-ringing control, short-circuit protection, soft-start, and thermal protection. The LTC3539/-2 delivers an ideal solution for boost applications requiring up to 900mA of output current and where a small solution size and low maximum battery run-time are defining factors.