LTC3125EDCB

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High Efficiency, Low Quiescent Current, Wide Input Voltage Range
• Package: DFN-8 (3mm x 3mm)
• Essence: Step-Up DC/DC Converter
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage Range: 2.5V to 15V
• Switching Frequency: 1MHz
• Quiescent Current: 20µA
• Efficiency: Up to 94%
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C

Pin Configuration

The LTC3125EDCB has the following pin configuration:

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| | --| VIN SW |-- --| GND FB |-- --| EN VOUT|-- --| PG VREF|-- |___________| ```

• VIN: Input Voltage
• SW: Switch Node
• GND: Ground
• FB: Feedback Pin
• EN: Enable Pin
• VOUT: Output Voltage
• PG: Power Good Indicator
• VREF: Reference Voltage

Functional Features

• High Efficiency Step-Up Conversion
• Low Quiescent Current for Battery-Powered Applications
• Wide Input Voltage Range for Versatile Use
• Adjustable Output Voltage
• Power Good Indicator for System Monitoring
• Thermal Shutdown and Overcurrent Protection

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency leads to longer battery life - Wide input voltage range allows compatibility with various power sources - Low quiescent current reduces power consumption during standby - Adjustable output voltage provides flexibility in different applications - Power good indicator enhances system reliability - Thermal shutdown and overcurrent protection ensure safe operation

Disadvantages: - Limited output voltage range (2.5V to 15V) - Requires external components for proper operation

Working Principles

The LTC3125EDCB is a step-up DC/DC converter that efficiently boosts input voltage to a higher output voltage. It utilizes a high-frequency switching regulator to minimize power losses and maximize efficiency. The feedback pin (FB) allows the output voltage to be adjusted according to the application requirements. The enable pin (EN) controls the converter's operation, while the power good indicator (PG) provides a signal indicating when the output voltage is within the desired range. The device also incorporates thermal shutdown and overcurrent protection mechanisms to safeguard against excessive heat and current.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The LTC3125EDCB is widely used in various applications, including:

1. Battery-Powered Devices: Portable electronics, wearable devices, and IoT sensors benefit from the converter's low quiescent current and high efficiency, extending battery life.

2. Industrial Automation: The wide input voltage range makes it suitable for industrial control systems, motor drives, and sensor networks.

3. Automotive Electronics: The converter can be utilized in automotive infotainment systems, lighting modules, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).

4. Medical Devices: Medical instruments, patient monitoring systems, and implantable devices can benefit from the LTC3125EDCB's compact size and efficient power management capabilities.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. LT1308: Step-Up DC/DC Converter with Adjustable Output Voltage and Higher Switching Frequency.
2. LTC3106: Step-Up DC/DC Converter with Integrated Energy Harvesting Capability.
3. LT3467: Step-Up DC/DC Converter with Higher Output Voltage Range and Synchronous Rectification.

These alternative models offer similar functionality to the LTC3125EDCB but may have different specifications or additional features that cater to specific application requirements.

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