Analog Devices Inc. LT8471EUFD#PBF
- Part No.:
- LT8471EUFD#PBF
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Package:
- 28-WFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
LT8471EUFD#PBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BUCK BOOST ADJ DL 28QFN
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Overview
LT8471EUFD#PBF from Analog Devices (formerly Linear Technology) is a dual-channel, multitopology PWM DC/DC controller IC with two integrated 2A/50V NPN power switches and one 500mA Skyhook boost switch. It supports independent buck, boost, SEPIC, ZETA, flyback, and inverting configurations per channel, enabling ±5V dual-rail generation from a single 6–32V input. Designed for local signal-chain power supplies requiring high topology flexibility and anti-phase ripple reduction.
For engineers reviewing the LT8471EUFD#PBF datasheet, LT8471EUFD#PBF pinout, LT8471EUFD#PBF application, or LT8471EUFD#PBF equivalent, key selection considerations include its 2.6–50V input range, programmable 100kHz–2MHz switching frequency via RT pin or external SYNC, dual-channel soft-start control, integrated power-good monitoring (PG1/PG2), and QFN-28 package thermal performance (θJA = 44°C/W).
Technical Context
The LT8471EUFD#PBF implements constant-frequency current-mode control for both primary channels, with anti-phase clocking (≈180° phase shift) to minimize input ripple. Each channel features independent error amplifiers, peak-current limiting, and voltage-mode Skyhook regulation delivering 4.25V (typ) above C2 for high-side switch biasing.
It integrates programmable UVLO/OVLO via the OV/UV pin, frequency foldback during startup, and thermal shutdown at ≈164°C. The Skyhook channel operates as a dedicated voltage-mode boost converter with internal Schottky diode, 500mA current limit, and SHOUT-C2 regulation-enabling reliable high-side operation in buck/ZETA/inverting topologies without external charge pumps.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 2.6V to 50V - Supports wide industrial and automotive input rails; VIN1 powers all circuitry including Skyhook. |
| Primary Switch Rating | 2A, 50V - Enables ≥1.5A continuous output in buck/boost/SEPIC with margin; VCE(SAT) = 300mV @ 1.5A. |
| Skyhook Switch Rating | 500mA, 50V - Provides regulated ~4.25V boost above C2 to drive high-side NPN bases; VCE(SAT) = 250mV @ 250mA. |
| Switching Frequency Range | 100kHz to 2MHz - Set by RT resistor (e.g., 46.4kΩ → 1.8MHz) or synchronized externally; foldback reduces min duty cycle during startup. |
| Feedback Reference Voltage | +789mV / −788mV - Precision reference for positive/negative output regulation; enables accurate ±1% output tolerance with external dividers. |
| Power Good Threshold | ±7.5% window - PG1/PG2 open-drain outputs assert low when FB voltage falls below 92.5% of target; supports system sequencing and fault detection. |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +125°C - Qualified for extended industrial environments; thermal shutdown activates at ≈164°C with hysteresis. |
Pinout & Package
LT8471EUFD#PBF is housed in a 28-lead (4mm × 5mm) plastic QFN package with exposed thermal pad (Pin 29 = GND). The package provides low thermal resistance (θJA = 44°C/W, θJC = 8°C/W) and requires soldering the exposed pad to PCB ground for electrical integrity and thermal performance.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| C1, C2 (Pins 1, 20) | Primary Channel Collector Outputs | Switch node connections for CH1/CH2 NPN transistors; require minimized trace area for EMI control; C2 ties to Skyhook input when enabled. |
| E1, E2 (Pins 2, 19) | Primary Channel Emitter Outputs | Emitter terminals of CH1/CH2 NPN switches; must be grounded or routed with minimal loop area to reduce noise coupling. |
| FB1, FB2 (Pins 5, 16) | Output Voltage Feedback Inputs | High-impedance inputs sensing resistive divider ratios; set positive output with +789mV ref, negative with −788mV ref. |
| PG1, PG2 (Pins 4, 17) | Open-Drain Power-Good Indicators | Assert low when respective output deviates >7.5% from target; require external pull-up resistors for system monitoring. |
| SHOUT (Pin 14) | Skyhook Boost Output | Cathode of integrated Schottky diode; delivers regulated voltage ~4.25V above C2; must connect to VIN1/VIN2 for high-side biasing. |
| RT (Pin 7) | Oscillator Timing Input | Resistor-to-ground sets free-running frequency (fOSC = 85.5/(RT+1) MHz); floating not allowed. |
| SYNC (Pin 9) | External Clock Input | Accepts 100kHz–2MHz digital clock; high >1.3V enables sync mode; low <0.4V reverts to internal oscillator. |
| SS1, SS2 (Pins 8, 15) | Soft-Start Control Inputs | Capacitor-connected pins controlling ramp rate of duty cycle and current limit; internal 250kΩ pull-up charges to ~2.15V. |
| VIN1, VIN2 (Pins 3, 18) | Channel Power Inputs | VIN1 powers CH1, Skyhook, and core logic; must be ≥2.6V to operate any function. VIN2 powers CH2 only; optional if CH2 unused. |
| OV/UV (Pin 6) | Programmable Enable/UVLO/OVLO | Resistor-divider input enabling device at ≥1.215V; configurable for precise undervoltage lockout and overvoltage protection. |
| GND (Pins 10–12, 21, 29) | Ground Connections | Multiple dedicated GND pins plus exposed thermal pad (Pin 29); all must connect directly to PCB ground plane for stability and thermal management. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual independent 2A/50V NPN switches | Enables flexible multitopology design (buck/boost/SEPIC/flyback/inverting) per channel without external transistors. |
| Integrated 500mA Skyhook boost regulator | Generates stable ~4.25V above C2 to bias high-side NPN switches in buck/ZETA/inverting topologies-eliminates external charge pump. |
| Anti-phase switching between channels | Reduces input capacitor RMS current and input ripple by ≈70% compared to in-phase operation-lowers EMI and bulk cap stress. |
| Programmable UVLO/OVLO via OV/UV pin | Allows user-defined input voltage thresholds using external resistor divider-supports custom brown-in/brown-out behavior and fault isolation. |
| Independent soft-start on SS1/SS2 | External capacitors control ramp rate of current limit and duty cycle per channel-prevents inrush current and enables staggered startup sequencing. |
| Frequency foldback during startup | Automatically reduces switching frequency (by factor of 2/4/8) when FB voltage is low-improves controllability at light loads and eases capacitor charging. |
Applications
| Industrial Signal Chain Power | Automotive Infotainment Rails |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Generating isolated ±5V rails for precision ADCs, DACs, and op-amps in PLC I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-rail DC/DC controller managing independent buck and inverting channels to deliver clean, low-noise analog supply domains. Use Value: Anti-phase switching minimizes input ripple on shared 24V bus; integrated PG1/PG2 enables coordinated power sequencing with FPGA or MCU. |
Use Scenario: Providing regulated +5V and −5V for audio codecs and display timing controllers in head-unit designs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multitopology controller supporting buck (for +5V) and inverting (for −5V) from 6–16V battery input with cold-crank tolerance. Use Value: 2.6V minimum input ensures operation during cranking; Skyhook enables reliable high-side buck operation without external bias circuitry. |
| Medical Imaging Sensor Bias | Test Equipment Dual Supply |
Use Scenario: Powering CCD/CMOS sensor bias voltages (+12V, −8V) in portable ultrasound probes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configured as boost (CH1) and inverting (CH2) to generate asymmetric rails from single Li-ion battery input (3–4.2V). Use Value: Wide 2.6–50V input accommodates battery pack variations; frequency synchronization eliminates beat frequencies with imaging clocks. |
Use Scenario: Delivering tightly regulated ±15V for op-amp test fixtures and calibration equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-channel controller operating in buck (CH1) and boost (CH2) modes to maintain rail accuracy across load steps. Use Value: Independent soft-start (SS1/SS2) prevents cross-regulation during power-on; PG1/PG2 signals validate rail readiness before DUT connection. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-channel DC/DC controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3892EUF#PBF | Two synchronous step-down controllers (no inverting/Skyhook); supports up to 60V input; requires external MOSFETs. | Better suited for high-efficiency, high-current buck-only systems; lacks native negative rail or Skyhook support. | Select when efficiency >90% and >5A per rail are required; avoid when inverting topology or compact Skyhook biasing is needed. |
| MAX20406AWE+T | Single 3.5A buck controller with integrated FETs; no second channel or Skyhook; supports 3.5–36V input. | Lower BOM count for single-rail applications; cannot generate dual-polarity outputs without additional ICs. | Choose for cost-sensitive, space-constrained single-rail designs; not viable for dual-rail or inverting topologies without added components. |
Compared with LTC3892EUF#PBF and MAX20406AWE+T, the LT8471EUFD#PBF uniquely combines dual independent multitopology control, integrated NPN switches, and an on-chip Skyhook boost-making it the only solution capable of generating ±5V from 6–32V in a single QFN-28 package without external bias circuitry or discrete transistors.
Availability
LT8471EUFD#PBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial signal chain power, automotive infotainment rails, and medical imaging sensor bias applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed RoHS-compliant sourcing.
Supply support for LT8471EUFD#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, Inc. (ADI) is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and power management semiconductors, formed through the acquisition of Linear Technology in 2017.
The LT8471EUFD#PBF belongs to ADI's Power by Linear™ portfolio of highly integrated DC/DC controllers, designed specifically for space-constrained, multitopology local power applications where flexibility, reliability, and reduced external component count are critical.
FAQ
What topologies does the LT8471EUFD#PBF support per channel?
The LT8471EUFD#PBF supports buck, boost, SEPIC, ZETA, flyback, and inverting configurations independently on each of its two primary channels. This is enabled by its dual 2A/50V NPN switches and flexible pinout-C1/E1 and C2/E2 allow direct connection to inductor and transformer windings without topology-specific external components. The LT8471EUFD#PBF does not support synchronous rectification or Cuk topologies.
How does the Skyhook channel function in the LT8471EUFD#PBF?
The Skyhook channel in the LT8471EUFD#PBF is a dedicated 500mA voltage-mode boost regulator that delivers a regulated output (SHOUT) approximately 4.25V above the C2 pin voltage. It powers the base of high-side NPN switches in buck, ZETA, or single-inductor inverting configurations-eliminating the need for external charge pumps. When unused, C3 must be tied to GND to disable it and reduce quiescent current in the LT8471EUFD#PBF.
Can the LT8471EUFD#PBF generate both positive and negative outputs simultaneously?
Yes-the LT8471EUFD#PBF can generate simultaneous positive and negative outputs from a single input rail. For example, CH1 can be configured as a buck converter for +5V while CH2 operates as an inverting converter for −5V, as shown in the typical application circuit (6V–32V to ±5V). The LT8471EUFD#PBF achieves this using separate feedback networks (FB1/FB2) with +789mV and −788mV references, and independent power-good indicators (PG1/PG2).
What is the purpose of anti-phase switching in the LT8471EUFD#PBF?
Anti-phase switching in the LT8471EUFD#PBF means the two primary channels operate with ≈180° phase offset, reducing input capacitor RMS current and peak-to-peak ripple by up to 70% compared to in-phase operation. This lowers EMI emissions, extends bulk capacitor lifetime, and allows smaller input filtering-critical in dense layouts like industrial PLCs or automotive ECUs where the LT8471EUFD#PBF is commonly deployed.
How is frequency synchronization implemented on the LT8471EUFD#PBF?
Frequency synchronization on the LT8471EUFD#PBF is achieved by driving the SYNC pin (Pin 9) with a clean digital clock signal between 100kHz and 2MHz. The high-level threshold is 1.3V and low-level is 0.4V; duty cycle must be 35–65%. When SYNC is held low (<0.4V), the LT8471EUFD#PBF reverts to its internal RT-set oscillator. Driving SYNC high for extended periods halts switching-useful for controlled shutdown sequences.
LT8471EUFD#PBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 28-WFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Function:
- Step-Up, Step-Down, Step-Up/Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive or Negative
- Topology:
- Buck, Boost, Flyback, SEPIC
- Output Type:
- Adjustable
- Number of Outputs:
- 2
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 2.6V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 50V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 2.6V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 50V (Switch)
- Current - Output:
- 1.35A (Switch), 2.1A (Switch)
- Frequency - Switching:
- 100kHz ~ 2MHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- No
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 28-QFN (4x5)
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