Step-Down Regulator withstands MP-grade temperature range.

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Supplied in TSSOP-16E package, LTC3412AMPFE is 4 MHz synchronous buck regulator that uses constant frequency, current mode architecture and delivers up to 3 A of continuous output current at voltages down to 0.8 V. It operates from 2.25-5.5 V input and over -55 to +125°C junction temperature range, exhibiting efficiencies up to 95%. Features include programmable frequency from 300 kHz to 4 MHz, ±2% output voltage accuracy, and synchronizable switching frequency.



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4MHz, 3A Synchronous Step-Down Regulator Now Offered in High Reliability, MP-Grade Temperature Range



MILPITAS, CA - July 2, 2009 - Linear Technology announces the high reliability, MP-grade version of the LTC3412A. The LTC3412A is a high efficiency, 4MHz synchronous buck regulator that uses a constant frequency, current mode architecture. It can deliver up to 3A of continuous output current at voltages as low as 0.8V from a thermally enhanced TSSOP-16 package. It operates from an input voltage range of 2.25V to 5.5V, making it ideal for both single-cell Li-Ion, or NiMH applications, as well as more general purpose fixed rail systems. The MP-grade version is guaranteed to operate over a -55°C to 125°C junction temperature range. The LTC3412AMP is ideal for high reliability applications that can experience a very wide ambient temperature range.

The LTC3412AMPFE is available in a TSSOP-16E package. Pricing starts at $6.45 each for 1,000-piece quantities. For more information, visit www.linear.com.

Summary of Features: LTC3412AMPFE

High Efficiency: Up to 95%

3A Output Current

Low Quiescent Current: 64uA

Low RDS(ON) Internal Switch: 77mOhm

2.25V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range

Programmable Frequency: 300KHz to 4MHz

±2% Output Voltage Accuracy

0.8V Reference Allows Low Output Voltage

Selectable Forced Continuous/Burst Mode® Operation with Adjustable Burst Clamp

Synchronizable Switching Frequency

Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle

Power Good Output Voltage Monitor

Overtemperature Protection

Available in 16-Lead Thermally Enhanced TSSOP Package

Overtemperature Protection

-55°C to 125°C Operating Junction Temperature Range

About Linear Technology
Linear Technology Corporation, a manufacturer of high performance linear integrated circuits, was founded in 1981, became a public company in 1986 and joined the S&P 500 index of major public companies in 2000. Linear Technology products include high performance amplifiers, comparators, voltage references, monolithic filters, linear regulators, DC-DC converters, battery chargers, data converters, communications interface circuits, RF signal conditioning circuits, µModule® products, and many other analog functions. Applications for Linear Technology's high performance circuits include telecommunications, cellular telephones, networking products such as optical switches, notebook and desktop computers, computer peripherals, video/multimedia, industrial instrumentation, security monitoring devices, high-end consumer products such as digital cameras and MP3 players, complex medical devices, automotive electronics, factory automation, process control, and military and space systems.
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Doug Dickinson
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