DC208A-A: Demo Board for the LTC1559 Backup Battery Controller with Fixed Output.

The LTC2348-18 is an 18-bit, low noise 8-channel simultaneous sampling successive approximation register (SAR) ADC with differential, wide common mode range inputs. Operating from a 5V low voltage supply, flexible high voltage supplies, and using the internal reference and buffer, each channel of this SoftSpan? ADC can be independently configured on a conversion-by-conversion basis to accept ?10.24V, 0V to 10.24V, ?5.12V, or 0V to 5.12V signals. Individual channels may also be disabled to increase throughput on the remaining channels.The wide input common mode range and 118dB CMRR of the LTC2348-18 analog inputs allow the ADC to directly digitize a variety of signals, simplifying signal chain design. This input signal flexibility, combined with ?3LSB INL, no missing codes at 18 bits, and 96.7dB SNR, makes the LTC2348-18 an ideal choice for many high voltage applications requiring wide dynamic range.The LTC2348-18 supports pin-selectable SPI CMOS (1.8V to 5V) and LVDS serial interfaces. Between one and eight lanes of data output may be employed in CMOS mode, allowing the user to optimize bus width and throughput.Applications Programmable Logic Controllers Industrial Process Control Power Line Monitoring Test and Measurement

Demonstration circuit 2094A shows the proper way to drive the LTC®2348 family of ADCs. The LTC2348/LTC2347/LTC2343 are low noise, high speed, simultaneous sampling 16-/18-bit successive approximation register (SAR) ADCs. The demo manual refers to the LTC2348-18 but applies to all parts in the family, the only differences being the number of bits, number of channels and the maximum sample rate. The LTC2348-18 has a flexible SoftSpan™ interface that allows conversion-by-conversion control of the input voltage span on a per-channel basis. An internal 2.048V reference and 2X buffer simplify basic operation while an external reference can be used to increase the input range and the SNR of the ADC.

The LTC6655 is a complete family of precision bandgap voltage references, offering exceptional noise and drift performance. This low noise and drift is ideally suited for the high resolution measurements required by instrumentation and test equipment. In addition, the LTC6655 is fully specified over the temperature range of ?40?C to 125?C, ensuring its suitability for demanding automotive and industrial applications. Advanced curvature compensation allows this bandgap reference to achieve a drift of less than 2ppm/?C with a predictable temperature characteristic and an output voltage accurate to ?0.025%, reducing or eliminating the need for calibration.The LTC6655LN Low Noise comes with a noise reduction pin that enables reduction of wideband noise with the addition of a single capacitor.The LTC6655 can be powered from as little as 500mV above the output voltage to as much as 13.2V. Superior load regulation with source and sink capability, coupled with exceptional line rejection, ensures consistent performance over a wide range of operating conditions. A shutdown mode is provided for low power applications.The LTC6655 references are offered in an 8-lead MSOP package and an 8-lead LS8 package. The LS8 is a 5mm ? 5mm surface mount hermetic package that provides outstanding stability.APPLICATIONS Instrumentation and Test Equipment High Resolution Data Acquisition Systems Weigh Scales Precision Battery Monitors Precision Regulators Medical Equipment

The LTC3897 is a synchronous boost DC/DC controller with surge stopper and ideal diode controller.The boost controller drives two N-channel power MOSFET stages out-of-phase to reduce input and output capacitor?requirements, allowing the use of smaller inductors than the single-phase equivalent. Synchronous rectification reduces power loss and eases thermal requirements.The surge stopper controls the gate of an external N-channel MOSFET to protect against high voltage input transients and provides in-rush current control, overcurrent protection and output disconnect for the boost converter. The integrated ideal diode controller drives another N-channel MOSFET to replace a Schottky diode for reverse input protection and voltage holdup or peak detection. It controls the forward voltage drop across the MOSFET and minimizes reverse current flow.The LTC3897 is available in thermally-enhanced 38-pin leadless QFN or 38-lead TSSOP packages.Applications Industrial Automotive Military/Avionics

The LTC4079 is a low quiescent current, high voltage linear charger for most battery chemistry types including Li-Ion/Polymer, LiFePO4, Lead-Acid or NiMH battery stacks up to 60V. The maximum charge current is adjustable from 10mA to 250mA with an external resistor. The battery charge voltage is set using an external resistor divider.With an integrated power device, current sensing and reverse current protection, a complete charging solution using the LTC4079 requires very few external components. Thermal regulation ensures maximum charge current up to the specified limit without the risk of overheating. Charging can be terminated by either C/10 or adjustable timer.Input voltage regulation reduces charge current when the input voltage falls to an adjustable level or the battery voltage, making it well suited for energy harvesting applications. Other features include temperature qualified charging, bad battery detection, automatic recharge with sampled feedback in standby for negligible battery drain, and an open-drain CHRG status output. The device is offered in a compact, thermally enhanced 10-lead (3mm ? 3mm) DFN package.APPLICATIONS Embedded Automotive and Industrial Backup Battery Charging from Another Battery Energy Harvesting Charger Thin Film Battery Products

The LTM4631 is a dual 10A or single 20A output switching mode step-down DC/DC ?Module? (power module) regulator. Included in the package are the switching controller, power FETs, inductors and all supporting components. Operating from an input voltage range of 4.5V to 15V, the LTM4631 supports two outputs each with an output voltage range of 0.6V to 1.8V, each set by a single external resistor. Its high efficiency design delivers up to 10A continuous current for each output. Only a few input and output capacitors are needed.The device supports frequency synchronization, multiphase operation, Burst Mode operation and output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing and has an onboard temperature diode for device temperature monitoring. High switching frequency and a current mode architecture enable a very fast transient response to line and load changes without sacrificing stability.Fault protection features include overvoltage and overcurrent protection. The LTM4631 is offered in an ultrathin 16mm ? 16mm ? 1.91mm LGA and 16mm x 16mm x 2.51mm BGA packages. The LTM4631 is available with SnPb (BGA) or ROHS compliant terminal finish.Applications Telecom and Networking Equipment Storage and ATCA Cards Industrial Equipment

The LTM4630A is a dual 18A or single 36A output switchingmode step-down DC/DC ?Module? (micromodule)regulator with wider VOUT range and higher efficiencythan LTM4630. Included in the package are the switchingcontrollers, power FETs, inductors and all supportingcomponents. Operating from an input voltage range of4.5V to 18V, the LTM4630A supports two outputs eachwith an output voltage range of 0.6V to 8V, each set by asingle external resistor. Its high efficiency design deliversup to 18A continuous current for each output. Only a fewinput and output capacitors are needed. The LTM4630Ais pin compatible with the LTM4620 and LTM4620A (dual13A, single 26A) and the LTM4630 (dual 18A, single 36A).The device supports frequency synchronization, multiphaseoperation, Burst Mode operation and output voltagetracking for supply rail sequencing and has an onboardtemperature diode for device temperature monitoring. Highswitching frequency and a current mode architecture enablea very fast transient response to line and load changeswithout sacrificing stability.Fault protection features include overvoltage andovercurrent protection. The LTM4630A is offered in 16mm? 16mm ? 4.41mm LGA and 16mm ? 16mm ? 5.01mmBGA packages.*Maximum VIN = 15V and VOUT = 5.3V with date code before 1720 Features VOUT LTM4630 0.6V to 1.8V LTM4630-1 0.8% DC and 3% Transient Accuracy 0.6V to 1.8V LTM4630A Higher Light Load Efficiency 0.6V to 5.3V Applications Telecom and Networking Equipment Storage and ATCA Cards Industrial Equipment

The LTC6430-15 is a differential gain block amplifier designed to drive high resolution, high speed ADCs with excellent linearity beyond 1000MHz and with low associated output noise. The LTC6430-15 operates from a single 5V power supply and consumes only 800mW.In its differential configuration, the LTC6430-15 can directly drive the differential inputs of an ADC. Using 1:2 baluns, the device makes an excellent 50? wideband balanced amplifier. While using 1:1.33 baluns, the device makes a high fidelity 50MHz to 1000MHz 75? CATV amplifier.The LTC6430-15 is designed for ease of use, requiring a minimum of support components. The device is internally matched to 100? differential source/load impedance. On-chip bias and temperature compensation ensure consistent performance over environmental changes.The LTC6430-15 uses a high performance SiGe BiCMOS process for excellent repeatability compared with similar GaAs amplifiers. All A-grade LTC6430-15 devices are tested and guaranteed for OIP3 at 240MHz. The LTC6430-15 is housed in a 4mm ? 4mm, 24-lead, QFN package with an exposed pad for thermal management and low inductance. For a single-ended 50? IF gain block with similar performance, see the related LTC6431-15.Applications Differential ADC Driver Differential IF Amplifier OFDM Signal Chain Amplifier 50? Balanced IF Amplifier 75? CATV Amplifier 700MHz to 800MHz LTE Amplifier

Demonstration Circuit 2164A-A features a PolyPhase® design using two paralleled LTM4630EY-1's (A-grade), the high efficiency, high density, dual 18A, switch mode step-down power module regulator. The input voltage is from 4.5V to 15V. The output voltage is jumper selectable and can be set to 0.9V, 1.0V, 1.2V, 1.5V or 1.8V. DC2164A-A can deliver nominal 70A output current. As explained in the data sheet, output current derating is necessary for certain VIN, VOUT, and thermal conditions. The LTM4630-1A on DC2164A-A always operate in continuous conduction mode. The switching frequency can be programmed through a resistor or can be synchronized to an external clock signal. The board allows the user to program how its output voltage ramps up and down through the TRACK pin.

The LTM4623 is a complete 3A step-down switchingmode ?Module (micromodule) regulator in a tiny ultrathin6.25mm ? 6.25mm ? 1.82mm LGA and 6.25mm ? 6.25mm? 2.42mm BGA packages. Included in the package are theswitching controller, power FETs, inductor and supportcomponents. Operating over an input voltage range of4V to 20V or 2.375V to 20V with an external bias supply,the LTM4623 supports an output voltage range of 0.6V to5.5V, set by a single external resistor. Its high efficiencydesign delivers 3A continuous output current. Only ceramicinput and output capacitors are needed.The LTM4623 supports selectable discontinuous modeoperation and output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing.Its high switching frequency and current modecontrol enable a very fast transient response to line andload changes without sacrificing stability. Fault protection features include overvoltage, overcurrentand overtemperature protection.The LTM4623 is available with SnPb (BGA) or RoHScompliant terminal finish.APPLICATIONS PCIe and Backside PCB Mounting Telecom, Datacom, Networking and Industrial Equipment Data Storage Rack Units and Cards

The LTM4625 is a complete 5A step-down switching mode ?Module (Power Module) regulator in a tiny 6.25mm ? 6.25mm ? 5.01mm BGA package. Included in the package are the switching controller, power FETs, inductor and support components. Operating over an input voltage range of 4V to 20V or 2.375V to 20V with an external bias supply, the LTM4625 supports an output voltage range of 0.6V to 5.5V, set by a single external resistor. Its high efficiency design delivers up to 5A continuous output current. Only bulk input and output capacitors are needed.The LTM4625 supports selectable discontinuous mode operation and output voltage tracking for supply rail sequencing. Its high switching frequency and current mode control enable a very fast transient response to line and load changes without sacrificing stability.Fault protection features include overvoltage, overcurrent and overtemperature protection.The LTM4625 is available with SnPb or RoHS compliant terminal finish.APPLICATIONS Telecom, Datacom, Networking and Industrial?Equipment Medical Diagnostic Equipment Data Storage Rack Units and Cards Test and Debug Systems

Demonstration circuit 2176A features the LT3909, a 2-string × 50mA, 2MHz step-up LED driver with ±1.8% current matching. The LT3909 precisely regulates two LED strings for equal current, supports LED dimming that reduces brightness down to a 1/40,000 ratio, protects against faults and also reports faults. The LT3909 consists of a step-up converter with a fixed 2MHz switching frequency and current sources for the LED strings. The maximum current in each LED string is 40mA. The ISET resistor can be changed to 20.0kΩ to program the string current to 50mA – see the data sheet for an application example with 50mA string current. Voltage feedback resistors optimize operation for LEDs that are 35V maximum.

The LT6118 is a complete high side current sense device that incorporates a precision current sense amplifier, an integrated voltage reference and a latching comparator. The comparator latch functionality can be enabled or disabled and the comparator can be configured to reset upon power-on. The input and the open-drain output of the comparator are independent from the current sense amplifier. The comparator trip point and amplifier gain are configured with external resistors.The overall propagation delay of the LT6118 is typically only 1.4?s, allowing for quick reaction to overcurrent conditions. The 1MHz bandwidth allows the LT6118 to be used for error detection in critical applications such as motor control. The high threshold accuracy of the comparator, combined with the ability to latch the comparator, ensures the LT6118 can capture high speed events.The LT6118 is fully specified for operation from ?40?C to 125?C, making it suitable for industrial and automotive applications. The LT6118 is available in the small 8-lead MSOP and 8-lead DFN packages.Applications Overcurrent and Fault Detection Current Shunt Measurement Battery Monitoring Motor Control Automotive Monitoring and Control Industrial Control

The LTC3766 is a PolyPhase-capable secondary-side controller for synchronous forward converters. When used in conjunction with the LTC3765 active-clamp forward controller and gate driver, the part creates a complete isolated power supply that combines the power of multiphase operation with the speed of secondary-side control.The LTC3766 has been designed to simplify the design of active clamp forward converters. Working in concert with the LTC3765, the LTC3766 forms a robust, self-starting converter that eliminates the need for the separate bias regulator that is commonly used in secondary-side control applications. A precision current-limit coupled with clean start-up into a pre-biased load make the LTC3766 an excellent choice for high-power battery charger applications.The LTC3766 provides extensive remote sensing and output protection features, while Direct Flux Limit guarantees no transformer saturation without compromising transient response. A linear regulator controller and internal bypass LDO are also provided to simplify the generation of the secondary-side bias voltage.Applications Isolated 48V Telecommunication Systems Isolated Battery Chargers Automotive and Military Systems Industrial, Avionics and Heavy Equipment

The LTC3766 is a PolyPhase-capable secondary-side controller for synchronous forward converters. When used in conjunction with the LTC3765 active-clamp forward controller and gate driver, the part creates a complete isolated power supply that combines the power of multiphase operation with the speed of secondary-side control.The LTC3766 has been designed to simplify the design of active clamp forward converters. Working in concert with the LTC3765, the LTC3766 forms a robust, self-starting converter that eliminates the need for the separate bias regulator that is commonly used in secondary-side control applications. A precision current-limit coupled with clean start-up into a pre-biased load make the LTC3766 an excellent choice for high-power battery charger applications.The LTC3766 provides extensive remote sensing and output protection features, while Direct Flux Limit guarantees no transformer saturation without compromising transient response. A linear regulator controller and internal bypass LDO are also provided to simplify the generation of the secondary-side bias voltage.Applications Isolated 48V Telecommunication Systems Isolated Battery Chargers Automotive and Military Systems Industrial, Avionics and Heavy Equipment

The LTC2983 measures a wide variety of temperature sensors and digitally outputs the result, in ?C or ?F, with 0.1?C accuracy and 0.001?C resolution. The LTC2983 can measure the temperature of virtually all standard (type B, E, J, K, N, S, R, T) or custom thermocouples, automatically compensate for cold junction temperatures and linearize the results. The device can also measure temperature with standard 2-, 3- or 4-wire RTDs, thermistors and diodes. It has 20 reconfigurable analog inputs enabling many sensor connections and configuration options. The LTC2983 includes excitation current sources and fault detection circuitry appropriate for each type of temperature sensor.The LTC2983 allows direct interfacing to ground referenced sensors without the need for level shifters, negative supply voltages, or external amplifiers. All signals are buffered and simultaneously digitized with three high accuracy, 24-bit ?? ADCs, driven by an internal 10ppm/?C (maximum) reference.Applications Direct Thermocouple Measurements Direct RTD Measurements Direct Thermistor Measurements Custom Sensor Applications

The LTC2983 measures a wide variety of temperature sensors and digitally outputs the result, in ?C or ?F, with 0.1?C accuracy and 0.001?C resolution. The LTC2983 can measure the temperature of virtually all standard (type B, E, J, K, N, S, R, T) or custom thermocouples, automatically compensate for cold junction temperatures and linearize the results. The device can also measure temperature with standard 2-, 3- or 4-wire RTDs, thermistors and diodes. It has 20 reconfigurable analog inputs enabling many sensor connections and configuration options. The LTC2983 includes excitation current sources and fault detection circuitry appropriate for each type of temperature sensor.The LTC2983 allows direct interfacing to ground referenced sensors without the need for level shifters, negative supply voltages, or external amplifiers. All signals are buffered and simultaneously digitized with three high accuracy, 24-bit ?? ADCs, driven by an internal 10ppm/?C (maximum) reference.Applications Direct Thermocouple Measurements Direct RTD Measurements Direct Thermistor Measurements Custom Sensor Applications

The AD8278 and AD8279 are general-purpose difference amplifiers intended for precision signal conditioning in power critical applications that require both high performance and low power. The AD8278 and AD8279 provide exceptional common-mode rejection ratio (80 dB) and high bandwidth while amplifying input signals that are well beyond the supply rails. The on-chip resistors are laser trimmed for excellent gain accuracy and high CMRR. They also have extremely low gain drift vs. temperature.The common-mode range of the amplifier extends to almost triple the supply voltage (for G = ?), making the amplifer ideal for single-supply applications that require a high common-mode voltage range. The internal resistors and ESD circuitry at the inputs also provide overvoltage protection to the op amp.The AD8278 and AD8279 can be used as difference amplifiers with G = ? or G = 2. They can also be connected in a high precision, single-ended configuration for non inverting and inverting gains of ??, ?2, +3, +2, +1?, +1, or +?. The AD8278 and AD8279 provide an integrated precision solution that has a smaller size, lower cost, and better performance than a discrete alternative.The AD8278 and AD8279 operate on single supplies (2.0 V to 36 V) or dual supplies (?2 V to ?18 V). The maximum quiescent supply current is 200 ?A, which is ideal for battery-operated and portable systems. For unity-gain difference amplifiers with similar performance, refer to the AD8276 and AD8277 data sheets.The AD8278 is available in the space-saving 8-lead MSOP and SOIC packages, and the AD8279 is offered in a 14-lead SOIC package. Both are specified for performance over the industrial temperature range of ?40?C to +85?C and are fully RoHS compliant.ApplicationsVoltage measurement and monitoringCurrent measurement and monitoringInstrumentation amplifier building blockPortable, battery-powered equipmentTest and measurement

The AD8280 is a hardware-only safety monitor for lithium ionbattery stacks. The device has inputs to monitor six battery cellsand two temperature sensors (either NTC or PTC thermistors).The device is designed to be daisy-chained with additional AD8280devices to monitor a stack of significantly more than six cellswithout the need for numerous isolators. The output can beconfigured for an independent or shared alarm state.The AD8280 functions independently from a primarymonitor and contains a reference and LDO, both of which arepowered completely from the battery cell stack. The reference, inconjunction with external resistor dividers, establishes trip pointsfor the overvoltages and undervoltages. Each cell channel containsprogrammable deglitching circuitry to prevent alarms fromtransient input levels.The AD8280 also has two digital pins that can select variouscombinations of inputs in the case where fewer than six cells areto be monitored. Most important, it has a self-test feature, makingit suitable for high reliability applications, such as automotivehybrid electric vehicles or higher voltage industrial usage, such asuninterruptible power supplies. The AD8280 can function over atemperature range of ?40?C to +105?C. Applications Lithium ion battery backup monitor and threshold detection Electric and hybrid electric vehicle Industrial vehicle Uninterruptible power supply Wind and solar