GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Unlike other solutions, the ML4866 requires no external diodes or FETs. A complete switched mode power converter can be quickly and easily implemented with few external components. Thanks to a built-in autoburst mode, power conversion efficiency of this DC–DC converter can exceed 90% over more than 2 decades of output load current. Stability and fast loop response are provided by current programming and a current sense circuit. The ML4866 also has a SHDN pin for use in systems which have power management control. Undervoltage lockout and soft start are also built in. FEATURES
s High power conversion efficiency over 2 decades of load current No external FETs or diodes; minimum external components 3.5V to 6.5V input voltage range Significantly extends battery life over linear regulator based solutions Micropower operation Low shutdown mode quiescent current s s s s s (* Indicates Part is End Of Life as of July 1, 2000) BLOCK DIAGRAM 5 VIN CURRENT SENSE 7 VL 1 VOUT UVL...