Analog Devices Inc. LTC3110HFE#PBF
- Part No.:
- LTC3110HFE#PBF
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- Battery Chargers
- Package:
- 24-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
LTC3110HFE#PBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC BATT CHG SUPERCAP 24TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
LTC3110HFE#PBF from Analog Devices is a 2A bidirectional buck-boost DC/DC regulator and capacitor charger/balancer, operating across 0.1V–5.5V VCAP and 1.8V–5.25V VSYS ranges. It delivers ±1% backup voltage accuracy, 1.2MHz fixed switching frequency, and automatic charge-to-backup switchover - enabling reliable supercapacitor-based backup in servers, RAID systems, and RF infrastructure.
For engineers reviewing the LTC3110HFE#PBF datasheet, LTC3110HFE#PBF pinout, LTC3110HFE#PBF application, or LTC3110HFE#PBF equivalent, key selection criteria include bidirectional current control, programmable ±2% charge input current limit (125mA–2A), integrated VMID balancing buffer, Burst Mode® quiescent current (40µA), and thermal grade support up to 150°C junction temperature.
Technical Context
The LTC3110HFE#PBF implements a proprietary low-noise buck-boost topology with four internal MOSFETs (SWA–SWD) and dual-path current sensing via RSEN and VSYS. Its direction control logic responds to DIR pin thresholds (1.045V/1.095V hysteresis) to autonomously reverse power flow between VCAP and VSYS without inductor current discontinuity.
It integrates a programmable charge current limiter (via PROG resistor), FBVCAP-based end-of-charge supervision (1.061V/1.095V thresholds), and an active linear VMID balancer that regulates mid-voltage of series supercapacitors to 50% of VCAP - suspending charge if VMID deviates beyond ±2.4V–2.62V at VCAP = 5V.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCAP Range | 0.1V to 5.5V - supports ultra-low-voltage supercapacitor start-up and full-stack charging. |
| VSYS Range | 1.8V to 5.25V - matches standard system rail voltages including 3.3V and 5V logic domains. |
| Max Bidirectional Current | 2A continuous - enables high-power backup for server memory retention or RF PA hold-up. |
| Backup Voltage Accuracy | ±1% - ensures stable system supply during brownout without external trimming. |
| Switching Frequency | Fixed 1.2MHz - allows compact 2.2µH inductor use and reduces EMI filtering burden. |
| Burst Mode Quiescent Current | 40µA - extends backup runtime in low-duty-cycle applications like network switches. |
| Junction Temperature Range | –40°C to +150°C - qualified for industrial and automotive under-hood environments. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 24-lead plastic TSSOP (FE package), thermally enhanced with exposed PGND pad (Pin 25). θJA = 33°C/W on 4-layer board. Requires soldering of exposed pad to PCB ground plane for rated thermal performance.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCAP (Pins 22, 23) | Bidirectional storage element interface | Connects to supercapacitor stack or battery; sinks current in backup mode, sources current in charge mode. |
| VSYS (Pins 13, 15) | Bidirectional system rail interface | Supplies charge current from system bus or delivers backup power to load; requires local 47µF bypass. |
| DIR (Pin 7) | Mode direction control input | Logic-high (>1.095V) enables charging; logic-low (<1.045V) enables backup; hysteresis prevents chatter. |
| PROG (Pin 10) | Charge current programming node | Resistor to SGND sets average IVSYS from 125mA to 2A with ±2% accuracy (RPROG = 1.5kΩ–24.3kΩ). |
| VMID (Pin 24) | Active capacitor balancing output | Drives midpoint of two-series supercaps to 50% VCAP; suspends charge if VMID drifts outside 2.38V–2.62V window. |
| FB (Pin 9) | VSYS feedback reference input | Resistor divider sets regulated VSYS voltage (1.8V–5.25V); internal 0.6V reference enables precise scaling. |
| FBVCAP (Pin 5) | End-of-charge voltage monitor | Resistor divider programs final VCAP voltage (1.1V–5.5V); rising/falling thresholds trigger charge foldback/termination. |
| SW1 / SW2 (Pins 20,21 / 16,17) | Internal switch node connections | Connect to opposite ends of buck-boost inductor; require short, wide PCB traces to minimize switching noise. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic charge-to-backup switchover | Enables seamless failover within microseconds upon system power loss - no µC intervention required. |
| Programmable ±2% charge current limit | Allows precise control of system bus loading during capacitor recharge - avoids overloading 12V or 5V supplies. |
| Integrated VMID balancing buffer | Actively equalizes voltage across series supercapacitors - eliminates need for external passive balancing resistors. |
| Burst Mode® operation | Reduces no-load quiescent current to 40µA - critical for multi-year backup runtime in always-on infrastructure. |
| Open-collector status outputs (CAPOK, CHRG, CMPOUT) | Provides direct µC interfacing for state monitoring - e.g., CAPOK low indicates VCAP below end-of-charge threshold. |
Applications
| Server Memory Backup | RAID Controller Hold-Up |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Maintains DRAM data integrity during AC mains failure in enterprise servers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional buck-boost regulator charges supercapacitor stack from 12V system rail and discharges into 1.2V/1.8V memory rails during outage. Use Value: Delivers 2A peak backup current with ±1% VSYS regulation - ensuring uninterrupted ECC memory operation for >100ms. |
Use Scenario: Powers RAID controller ASIC and cache SRAM during unexpected power loss in storage arrays. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Charges 5.5V supercapacitor bank from 3.3V system rail and backs up 3.3V/5V controller rails with automatic switchover. Use Value: Supports >200ms hold-up time at 1.5A load using dual 10F capacitors - meets JEDEC JESD22-B117A requirements. |
| RF Transceiver Battery Backup | Industrial PLC Real-Time Clock Support |
|
Use Scenario: Provides clean 3.3V backup to LTE/5G transceiver during battery swap or primary supply interruption. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Regulates VSYS from Li-ion battery (3.0V–4.2V) or supercapacitor (0.1V–5.5V) while maintaining <10mV ripple in PWM mode. Use Value: Fixed 1.2MHz switching enables small LC filter design - meeting 3GPP spectral mask for RF front-end co-location. |
Use Scenario: Sustains RTC, firmware registers, and volatile configuration memory in programmable logic controllers during factory power dips. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Charges low-leakage supercapacitor from 24V DC system via isolated DC/DC, then backs up 3.3V real-time clock domain. Use Value: 1μA shutdown current and 40µA Burst Mode quiescent draw extend 10F capacitor lifetime to >5 years at 60°C ambient. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar bidirectional buck-boost regulator applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX77827BEWL+T | Single-direction (charge-only) 2A buck-boost; no backup mode; 2.5V–5.5V VBAT range; lacks VMID balancer. | Suitable only for charging applications - cannot replace LTC3110HFE#PBF in bidirectional backup systems. | Select only when system uses separate backup IC or discrete FET-based discharge path. |
| TPS63802DLAR | Unidirectional 2.5A buck-boost; no charge control or end-of-charge supervision; 1.8V–5.5V input; no DIR/PROG/FBVCAP pins. | Requires external µC for mode sequencing and current limiting - increases BOM and firmware complexity. | Consider for cost-sensitive, non-critical backup where autonomous operation is not required. |
Compared with MAX77827BEWL+T and TPS63802DLAR, the LTC3110HFE#PBF uniquely integrates bidirectional power flow, programmable charge current, and active capacitor balancing - eliminating external components and µC coordination needed for reliable supercapacitor-based hold-up in mission-critical infrastructure.
Availability
LTC3110HFE#PBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for server memory backup, RAID controller hold-up, and RF transceiver battery backup requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and long-lifecycle deployments.
Supply support for LTC3110HFE#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 is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing semiconductors, serving industrial, communications, automotive, and aerospace markets.
The LTC3110HFE#PBF belongs to Analog Devices' Power by Linear™ family of high-efficiency, high-reliability DC/DC regulators - engineered specifically for energy storage interface applications requiring autonomous bidirectional power management and precision voltage regulation.
FAQ
What is the maximum junction temperature rating for the LTC3110HFE#PBF?
The LTC3110HFE#PBF is fully specified and guaranteed over a junction temperature range of –40°C to +150°C. This H-grade qualification distinguishes it from E-grade (–40°C to +125°C) and I-grade (–40°C to +125°C) variants, making the LTC3110HFE#PBF suitable for under-hood automotive or high-ambient industrial environments where thermal derating must be minimized.
How does the LTC3110HFE#PBF implement automatic supercapacitor balancing?
The LTC3110HFE#PBF uses its VMID pin as an active linear balancing buffer that regulates the midpoint voltage of two series-connected supercapacitors to exactly 50% of VCAP. If VMID deviates beyond the 2.38V–2.62V window (at VCAP = 5V), the LTC3110HFE#PBF suspends charging until balance is restored - preventing overvoltage damage without external resistors or controllers.
Can the LTC3110HFE#PBF operate with VCAP lower than 1.0V during backup mode?
Yes - the LTC3110HFE#PBF supports VCAP down to 0.1V in backup mode, enabling full utilization of supercapacitor discharge curves. Its proprietary low-noise switching algorithm maintains continuous inductor current and stable VSYS regulation even when VCAP falls significantly below VSYS, unlike conventional buck-boost controllers that exhibit discontinuous conduction or voltage droop.
What is the function of the PROG pin on the LTC3110HFE#PBF?
The PROG pin on the LTC3110HFE#PBF accepts a resistor to SGND to program the average charge current (IVSYS) drawn from the system rail during charging mode. With RPROG = 1.5kΩ–24.3kΩ, the LTC3110HFE#PBF delivers 125mA–2A with ±2% accuracy - allowing precise control of system bus loading without current-sense amplifiers or µC-based DACs.
Does the LTC3110HFE#PBF support both automatic and forced mode transitions between charge and backup?
Yes - the LTC3110HFE#PBF supports both autonomous and command-driven operation. When DIR is tied to VSYS or controlled by a voltage supervisor, it automatically switches modes based on system conditions. Alternatively, a µC can drive DIR directly to force immediate transition - enabling deterministic response to power-fail interrupts or firmware-controlled energy management sequences.
LTC3110HFE#PBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 24-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Battery Chemistry:
- Supercapacitor
- Number of Cells:
- -
- Current - Charging:
- -
- Programmable Features:
- -
- Fault Protection:
- Over Temperature, Over Voltage
- Charge Current - Max:
- -
- Battery Pack Voltage:
- -
- Voltage - Supply (Max):
- 5.5V
- Interface:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 24-TSSOP
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