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DC2897A: LTC7819 Low IQ, Triple Output Synchronous Step-Down Supply

Demo manual for the DC2897A featuring the LTC7819, a triple output synchronous step-down supply providing 3.3V, 8.5V, and 5V outputs from a 10V-36V input.

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Overview

The DC2897A demonstration circuit showcases the LTC7819, a low IQ, triple output synchronous step-down controller designed for high-efficiency power conversion. The circuit provides three regulated outputs: 3.3V at 12A, 8.5V at 10A, and 5.0V at 12A, operating over an input voltage range of 10V to 36V. It features a default switching frequency of 380kHz and supports multiple light-load operating modes, including Burst Mode, pulse-skipping, and forced continuous mode. The design includes optional spread spectrum modulation for EMI reduction, external clock synchronization via the PLLIN pin, and EXTVCC biasing to improve efficiency. The board is configured with 3mΩ sense resistors for current sensing but provides footprints for optional DCR sensing. It also supports paralleling two or three channels for higher current demands.

Use Cases

  • Automotive Systems
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Transportation Infrastructure
  • Military and Avionics Systems
  • High Efficiency DC-DC Conversion

Topics

LTC7819
DC2897A
Analog Devices
Triple Output
Synchronous Step-Down
Buck Converter
Low IQ
Power Management
DCR Sensing
Spread Spectrum

Referenced Parts

XAL1010-222MEB

Coilcraft

IND., 2.2μH, PWR., 20%, 11.8mm × 10.5mm SMD, AEC-Q200

XAL1010-332MEB

Coilcraft

IND., 3.3μH, PWR., 20%, 25A, 4.10mΩ, 11.8mm × 10.5mm, XAL1010, AEC-Q200

BSC022N04LS6

Infineon

XSTR., MOSFET, N-CH, 40V, 100A, TDSON-8 FL

BSC059N04LS6

Infineon

XSTR., MOSFET, N-CH, 40V, 59A, TDSON-8 FL

10TPF150ML

Panasonic

CAP., 150μF, TANT. POSCAP, 10V, 20%, 7343, D3L

6TCF470MAH

Panasonic

CAP., 470μF, TANT, POSCAP, 6.3V, 20%, 7343, 10mΩ, TCF

EEEFK1H221GP

Panasonic

CAP., 220μF, ALUM ELECT, 50V, 20%, 10mm × 10.2mm, RADIAL, SMD, AEC-Q200

DFLS1100Q-7

Diodes Inc.

DIODE, SCHOTTKY, 100V, 1A, POWERDI-123, AEC-Q101

KRL5025E-C-R003-F-T1

Susumu

RES., 0.003, 0Ω, 1%, 2W, 2010 LONG-SIDE TERM, METAL, SENSE, AEC-Q200

62000311121

Wurth Elektronik

CONN., HDR, MALE, 1×3, 2mm, VERT, ST, THT, NO SUBS. ALLOWED

62000621121

Wurth Elektronik

CONN., HDR, MALE, 2×3, 2mm, VERT, ST, THT

AEC-Q200

Panasonic

27 1 R6 RES., 1k, 5%, 1/10W, 0603, AEC-Q200 PANASONIC, ERJ3GEYJ102V

AEC-Q200

Panasonic

22 1 R31 RES., 10k, 1%, 1/10W, 0603, AEC-Q200 PANASONIC, ERJ3EKF1002V

AEC-Q200

Vishay

RES., 0Ω, 1/10W, 0603, AEC-Q200 VISHAY, CRCW06030000Z0EA; CRCW06030000Z0EB

AEC-Q200

Vishay

29 4 R7, R34, R37, R63 RES., 100k, 1%, 1/10W, 0603, AEC-Q200 VISHAY, CRCW0603100KFKEA

AEC-Q200

Vishay

24 1 R43 RES., 105k, 1%, 1/10W, 0603, AEC-Q200 VISHAY, CRCW0603105KFKEA

AEC-Q200

Vishay

20 1 R20 RES., 0Ω, 1/4W, 1206, AEC-Q200 VISHAY, CRCW12060000Z0EA

2mm

Wurth Elektronik

6 3 XJP1, XJP2, XJP4 CONN., SHUNT, FEMALE, 2-POS, 2mm WURTH ELEKTRONIK, 60800213421