Linear Technology LTC1778-1
Step-Down Controller
FEATURES
● No Sense Resistor Required● True Current Mode Control
● Optimized for High Step-Down Ratios
● tON(MIN) ≤ 100ns
● Extremely Fast Transient Response
● Stable with Ceramic COUT
● Dual N-Channel MOSFET Synchronous Drive
● Power Good Output Voltage Monitor (LTC1778)
● Adjustable On-Time (LTC1778-1)
● Wide VIN Range: 4V to 36V
● ±1% 0.8V Voltage Reference
● Adjustable Current Limit
● Adjustable Switching Frequency
● Programmable Soft-Start
● Output Overvoltage Protection
● Optional Short-Circuit Shutdown Timer
● Micropower Shutdown: IQ < 30µA
● Available in a 16-Pin Narrow SSOP Package U APPLICATIO S
● Notebook and Palmtop Computers
● Distributed Power Systems DESCRIPTIO The LTC®1778 is a synchronous step-down switching regulator controller optimized for CPU power. The controller uses a valley current control architecture to deliver very low duty cycles with excellent transient response without requiring a sense resistor. Operating frequency is selected by an external resistor and is compensated for variations in VIN.