Analog Devices Inc. LT1308CS8#PBF
- Part No.:
- LT1308CS8#PBF
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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LT1308CS8#PBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BOOST ADJ 2A 8SO
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Product details
Overview
LT1308CS8#PBF from Analog Devices (formerly Linear Technology) is a micropower, fixed-frequency boost DC/DC converter IC designed for single-cell battery systems. It delivers 5V at 1A from a 1V–4.2V Li-Ion input, features 600kHz current-mode PWM switching, integrated 2A NPN switch with 300mV VCE(SAT), and Burst Mode™ operation for light-load efficiency. Used in GSM RF power stages and digital camera bias supplies.
For engineers reviewing the LT1308CS8#PBF datasheet, LT1308CS8#PBF pinout, LT1308CS8#PBF application, or LT1308CS8#PBF equivalent, key selection criteria include minimum 1V start-up voltage, guaranteed 1A output capability into full load, low-battery detection with 200mV threshold, and SO-8 package compatibility with compact PCB layouts for portable electronics.
Technical Context
The LT1308CS8#PBF employs current-mode PWM control with a 600kHz oscillator and internal ramp generator, enabling fast transient response to load and line variations. Its error amplifier features 100V/V gain (25°C) and 40µmhos transconductance, compensated via external RC network on VC pin.
Built-in functions include a precision 200mV low-battery comparator (LBI/LBO), shutdown control with <3µA quiescent current, and automatic Burst Mode™ operation below ~200mA load. The device operates across –20°C to 70°C and supports input voltages from 1V to 6V with up to 95% duty cycle.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Switching Frequency | 600kHz ±100kHz - enables use of small 4.7µH inductors and ceramic output capacitors |
| Input Voltage Range | 1V to 6V - supports direct operation from single Li-Ion (2.7–4.2V), NiCd (1.0–1.4V), or alkaline cells |
| Output Current Capability | 1A continuous - sustained at 5V from 4.2V input; validated in Figure 1 and GSM transient tests |
| Quiescent Current | 100µA (no-switching) - minimizes battery drain in standby; drops to 3µA in shutdown |
| Feedback Reference Voltage | 1.22V ±20mV - sets output via resistor divider; enables precise 3.3V, 5V, or custom outputs |
| Low-Battery Threshold | 200mV ±20mV - triggers LBO open-collector output when battery voltage falls below setpoint |
| Switch VCE(SAT) | 300mV at 2A (25°C) - limits conduction loss and thermal rise in high-current boost paths |
| Operating Temperature | –20°C to 70°C - commercial-grade rating suitable for consumer handhelds and portable instrumentation |
Pinout & Package
LT1308CS8#PBF is housed in an 8-lead plastic SO (SO-8, narrow 0.150") package per LTC DWG #05-08-1610, with θJA = 80°C/W and maximum junction temperature of 125°C.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| LBO | Low-battery detector output | Open-collector NPN output; sinks 10µA; requires external 1MΩ pullup for logic-level signaling to host processor |
| LBI | Low-battery detector input | Connects to resistive divider from VIN; 200mV reference threshold; bias current flows out (5–30nA) |
| VIN | Main power input | Supplies internal circuitry and switch driver; requires local 10µF ceramic bypass capacitor placed ≤5mm away |
| SW | Switch node | Drives external inductor/diode; high di/dt node-minimize trace area to reduce EMI and ringing |
| VC | Error amplifier compensation | Connect series RC (e.g., 47kΩ + 22nF) to GND; stabilizes loop response for varying loads and input conditions |
| FB | Feedback input | Monitors output via resistor divider; 1.22V reference sets VOUT = 1.22V × (1 + R1/R2); sensitive node-minimize trace area |
| SHDN | Shutdown control | Ground to disable; tie to VIN or higher to enable; floating causes erratic behavior; sink/source current <4µA |
| GND | Power and signal ground | Must connect directly to solid local ground plane; encloses all power components to minimize noise coupling |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Single-cell 1V start-up capability | Enables operation from depleted Li-Ion or NiCd cells down to 1.0V, extending usable battery life in portable devices |
| Guaranteed full-load start-up | Starts and regulates into 1A load without external soft-start; eliminates output droop during power-on sequencing |
| Burst Mode™ operation | Reduces quiescent current to ~100µA at light loads (<200mA), maintaining >80% efficiency down to 1mA output |
| Integrated 2A NPN power switch | Eliminates external transistor; 300mV VCE(SAT) at 2A limits I²R losses and simplifies thermal design in space-constrained layouts |
| Low-battery comparator with 200mV reference | Provides system-level battery monitoring without external references or comparators; LBO output interfaces directly to microcontroller GPIO |
| Current-mode PWM architecture | Delivers low output ripple and stable regulation across wide input/output ratios; inherently cycle-by-cycle current limiting improves reliability |
Applications
| GSM RF Power Supply | Digital Camera CCD Bias |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Powers GSM transmitter PA stage from single Li-Ion cell during 577µs transmit bursts. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Boost converter providing regulated 5V at pulsed 1A load; synchronized to TDMA frame timing. Use Value: Maintains stable VOUT under rapid 100mA→1A transients (Figures 7–10); 600kHz switching avoids interference with GSM receive band. | Use Scenario: Generates multiple rails (3.3V, 5V, ±10V, 18V) for CCD sensor and analog front-end in compact digital cameras. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary boost controller in multi-output flyback-derived topology (Figure TA01); drives transformer-coupled secondaries. Use Value: Single-chip solution replaces discrete boost + charge pump; 1V start-up supports operation from partially discharged batteries during extended capture sessions. |
| DECT Phone Transmitter | Battery-Backed Memory Supply |
Use Scenario: Supplies 3.3V/400mA pulsed output for DECT base station or handset RF section using 416µs transmit slots. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency boost regulator delivering burst-mode current; optimized for 1.2V NiCd input (Figure 11). Use Value: Achieves >70% efficiency at 400mA pulse with 100µF output cap; low 100µA quiescent current preserves battery between calls. | Use Scenario: Maintains SRAM or real-time clock voltage during main power failure in industrial controllers or medical devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standby boost converter activated by low-VIN detection; holds 3.3V rail using primary battery or supercapacitor backup. Use Value: Low 3µA shutdown current extends backup runtime; 200mV LBI threshold allows precise brown-out detection before data loss. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar boost converter applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3525EDD#TRMPBF | Higher 2MHz switching frequency; 400mA output; uses external MOSFET; no integrated switch | Suited for ultra-compact designs requiring smaller magnetics; lacks low-battery comparator and Burst Mode | Select when board area is critical and load current ≤400mA; requires redesign of power stage and feedback network |
| TPS61040DRVR | 500kHz fixed frequency; 28V output max; 400mA switch; 20µA IQ; no LBI/LBO pins | Targeted at general-purpose boost for displays and sensors; no battery monitoring functionality | Choose for cost-sensitive, non-battery-monitoring applications where 1V start-up and 1A output are not required |
Compared with LT1308CS8#PBF, LTC3525EDD#TRMPBF offers higher frequency but lower current and no integrated battery monitor, while TPS61040DRVR provides lower quiescent current but omits critical features for battery-powered systems-making LT1308CS8#PBF uniquely suited for 1A, single-cell, low-battery-aware designs.
Availability
LT1308CS8#PBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for GSM terminals, digital cameras, DECT phones, and battery backup supplies requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle portable electronics programs.
Supply support for LT1308CS8#PBF includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Analog Devices acquired Linear Technology in 2017 and maintains its legacy precision analog and power management portfolio. The company specializes in high-performance signal conditioning and power conversion ICs for demanding industrial and communications applications.
LT1308CS8#PBF belongs to Linear's micropower DC/DC converter product line, engineered specifically for energy-constrained, single-cell portable systems requiring high peak current, low quiescent power, and integrated battery health monitoring.
FAQ
What is the minimum input voltage required for LT1308CS8#PBF to start switching?
The LT1308CS8#PBF guarantees start-up with input voltage as low as 1.0V at room temperature, and 1.2V over the full –40°C to 85°C industrial range. This enables reliable operation from deeply discharged single-cell batteries. The device maintains regulation down to 1V input while delivering full 1A output, as verified in typical performance curves and application circuits like Figure 1 and Figure 6.
Does LT1308CS8#PBF support automatic light-load efficiency optimization?
Yes, the LT1308CS8#PBF features proprietary Burst Mode™ operation that activates automatically below ~200mA load. In this mode, the IC reduces switching frequency and gate drive activity to maintain ~100µA quiescent current while sustaining regulation-critical for extending battery life in standby or intermittent-use applications such as pagers and answer-back devices.
Can LT1308CS8#PBF be used with a 1.2V NiCd cell to generate 3.3V?
Yes, the LT1308CS8#PBF is explicitly rated for 3.3V at 300mA from a single NiCd cell (1.0–1.4V), as stated in the "TYPICAL APPLICATION" section and validated in Figure 11. With appropriate output capacitance (100µF) and feedback resistors (R1 = 169kΩ), it delivers stable 3.3V under 416µs DECT transmit pulses-even at 1.2V input.
What is the function of the VC pin on LT1308CS8#PBF, and how should it be configured?
VC is the error amplifier compensation pin on the LT1308CS8#PBF. It must be connected to ground via a series RC network-typically 47kΩ and 22nF-to stabilize the control loop. This configuration ensures robust transient response across input and load variations, as shown in Figure 1 and layout guidelines. Improper VC network design risks oscillation or poor regulation.
Is LT1308CS8#PBF pin-compatible with other members of the LT130x family?
No, LT1308CS8#PBF is not pin-compatible with LT1302, LT1304, or LT1307. While functionally related, each variant has distinct pinouts: LT1308 uses LBI/LBO for battery monitoring, whereas LT1307 (MSOP) lacks those pins entirely, and LT1302 places SHDN on a different pin. Board-level replacement requires schematic and layout revision.
LT1308CS8#PBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Function:
- Step-Up
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Boost
- Output Type:
- Adjustable
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 1V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 10V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 1.22V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 30V (Switch)
- Current - Output:
- 2A (Switch)
- Frequency - Switching:
- 600kHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- No
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SO
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