Analog Devices Inc. LTC3803ES6#TRPBF
- Part No.:
- LTC3803ES6#TRPBF
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DC DC Switching Controllers
- Package:
- SOT-23-6 Thin, TSOT-23-6
- Datasheet:
-
LTC3803ES6#TRPBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG CTRLR FLYBACK TSOT23-6
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Product details
Overview
LTC3803ES6#TRPBF from Analog Devices (formerly Linear Technology) is a constant-frequency current-mode flyback DC/DC controller optimized for driving external N-channel MOSFETs in high-input-voltage telecom and industrial power supplies. It delivers ±1.5% output voltage accuracy, 200 kHz fixed switching frequency, 240 μA quiescent current, and operates across –40°C to 125°C. Used in nonisolated 5 V/2 A housekeeping supplies with 36–72 V input.
For engineers reviewing the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF datasheet, LTC3803ES6#TRPBF pinout, LTC3803ES6#TRPBF application, or LTC3803ES6#TRPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its ground-referenced current sensing architecture, programmable slope compensation via external resistor, internal soft-start (1.4 ms), VCC shunt regulation (9.5 V), and undervoltage lockout with 3.0 V hysteresis - all critical for stable high-VIN flyback design.
Technical Context
The LTC3803ES6#TRPBF implements a current-mode control loop where the ITH/RUN pin voltage directly sets the peak current comparator threshold, enabling precise load and line transient response. Its 200 kHz oscillator drives an RS latch that controls NGATE, with duty cycle limited to 6–80% and automatic blanking during MOSFET turn-on.
It features dual startup mechanisms: micropower hysteretic start-up via external RSTART/CVCC, and internal VCC shunt regulation (clamp at 9.5 V, 25 mA max) allowing direct high-VIN biasing. The SENSE pin injects a linear 0–5 μA ramp for slope compensation, while VFB regulates to 800 mV with ±1.5% accuracy over temperature.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Oscillator Frequency | 200 kHz fixed - ensures predictable EMI profile and simplifies filter design without frequency jitter. |
| Output Voltage Accuracy | ±1.5% - enables tight regulation of 5 V housekeeping rails without post-regulation. |
| Quiescent Current | 240 μA - supports ultra-low standby power in always-on telecom systems. |
| VCC Shunt Clamp | 9.5 V typical - permits direct biasing from 36–72 V inputs using a single series resistor. |
| UVLO Hysteresis | 3.0 V - wide hysteresis enables reliable self-starting from transformer bias windings. |
| Slope Compensation | 0–5 μA programmable ramp - stabilizes current-mode control above 50% duty cycle. |
| Soft-Start Time | 1.4 ms - prevents inrush current stress on input capacitors and MOSFETs. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 6-lead TSOT-23 (ThinSOT™), 1 mm profile, rated for –40°C to 125°C junction temperature.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ITH/RUN (1) | Error amplifier output & shutdown control | Sets current comparator threshold (0.7–1.9 V); <0.28 V forces shutdown; hosts RC compensation network. |
| GND (2) | Power and signal reference | Ground return for VCC, NGATE, SENSE, and feedback divider - must be low-impedance. |
| VFB (3) | Feedback input | Compares output voltage (via resistive divider) to 800 mV internal reference for regulation. |
| SENSE (4) | Current sense & slope ramp injection | Monitors MOSFET source current; injects 5 μA ramp for slope compensation when RSL present. |
| VCC (5) | Supply input with shunt regulator | Internally clamped to ~9.5 V; accepts up to 25 mA sink current for high-VIN resistor biasing. |
| NGATE (6) | N-MOSFET gate driver | Push-pull output swinging 0 V to VCC; drives external MOSFET gate with 40 ns rise/fall times. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ground-referenced current sensing | Enables high-side primary-side sensing without level-shifting circuitry or isolated amplifiers. |
| Internal VCC shunt regulator | Eliminates need for external LDO or bias winding - simplifies 48 V+ input designs with one resistor. |
| Adjustable slope compensation | Prevents subharmonic oscillation in continuous conduction mode flyback without dedicated ICs. |
| No minimum load requirement | Supports light-load efficiency in standby modes without dummy loads or burst-mode complexity. |
| Micropower hysteretic start-up | Enables self-sustaining operation from transformer bias winding after initial trickle charge. |
Applications
| Telecom Housekeeping Supply | Automotive Auxiliary Power |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Nonisolated 5 V/2 A supply in 48 V telecom shelf systems, powered from 36–72 V backplane. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Flyback controller regulating output via VFB feedback; NGATE drives primary-side N-MOSFET; SENSE monitors peak current. Use Value: ±1.5% accuracy and 240 μA quiescent current ensure stable logic rail generation with minimal standby loss. | Use Scenario: 12 V auxiliary supply in 42 V automotive subsystems (e.g., ADAS camera modules). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Constant-frequency current-mode controller managing wide VIN transients; UVLO hysteresis rejects cold-crank dips. Use Value: 3.0 V UVLO hysteresis and 150°C-rated variants (LTC3803H) support robust operation under engine-bay thermal stress. |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Industrial Control System PSU |
Use Scenario: Secondary-side 5 V/1 A converter in PoE-powered access points, accepting up to 57 V input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Flyback controller with ground-referenced sensing - avoids isolation barrier complications for current monitoring. Use Value: Adjustable slope compensation stabilizes regulation across varying cable lengths and load profiles. | Use Scenario: 24 V input to 5 V/1.5 A isolated housekeeping supply in PLC I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Controller driving discrete N-MOSFET; VCC shunt regulation enables simple resistor-fed bias from 24 V rail. Use Value: Internal soft-start (1.4 ms) prevents inrush-induced brownouts during hot-swap insertion of field modules. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar flyback controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCC28C43DR | Fixed 200 kHz frequency, but no internal VCC shunt regulator; requires external bias supply or winding. | Lacks ground-referenced current sensing - needs high-side sense or optocoupler feedback for isolation. | Choose UCC28C43DR only if external bias is already available and slope compensation is handled externally. |
| MAX5021ASA+ | Higher 250 kHz frequency; ±2% reference accuracy; no programmable slope compensation ramp. | Designed for lower-VIN applications (≤28 V); lacks VCC clamp for direct high-VIN resistor biasing. | Select MAX5021ASA+ for cost-sensitive 12–24 V systems where 200 kHz EMI profile isn't mandatory. |
Compared with UCC28C43DR and MAX5021ASA+, the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF uniquely integrates VCC shunt regulation, ground-referenced sensing, and programmable slope compensation - making it optimal for compact, high-VIN flyback designs requiring minimal external components and robust startup behavior.
Availability
LTC3803ES6#TRPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom housekeeping supplies, automotive auxiliary power, and industrial control system PSUs requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges.
Supply support for LTC3803ES6#TRPBF 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 full product support, documentation, and manufacturing continuity for legacy Linear parts including the LTC3803 family.
The LTC3803 belongs to Linear's high-VIN flyback controller product line, designed specifically for efficient, compact, and robust housekeeping power in telecom, automotive, and industrial systems with input voltages exceeding 36 V.
FAQ
What is the operating temperature range for the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF?
The LTC3803ES6#TRPBF is rated for –40°C to +125°C junction temperature. This grade ('E' suffix) is validated across the full range per datasheet specifications, with guaranteed performance including ±1.5% VFB accuracy and 200 kHz oscillator stability. Derating applies above 125°C ambient depending on PCB layout and power dissipation.
Can the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF be powered directly from a 48 V input?
Yes - the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF can be powered directly from 48 V using a series resistor into the VCC pin. Its internal shunt regulator clamps VCC to ~9.5 V and sinks up to 25 mA, enabling simple resistor-based biasing without external regulators or transformer windings.
Does the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF require an external slope compensation resistor?
No - the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF includes an internal 0–5 μA programmable ramp injected at the SENSE pin. An external resistor (RSL) is optional and only needed for stabilization in continuous conduction mode flyback designs operating above 50% duty cycle.
What is the purpose of the ITH/RUN pin on the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF?
The ITH/RUN pin on the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF serves two functions: it is the error amplifier output (setting current comparator threshold) and the run/shutdown control input. Pulling it below 0.28 V disables the controller; in normal operation, its voltage (0.7–1.9 V) commands peak current limit and hosts the loop compensation network.
How does the LTC3803ES6#TRPBF achieve stable startup from high input voltages?
The LTC3803ES6#TRPBF achieves stable startup via micropower hysteretic start-up: an external RSTART/CVCC network trickle-charges VCC until it reaches 8.7 V (VTURNON), triggering operation. Its wide 3.0 V UVLO hysteresis (VTURNON–VTURNOFF) prevents oscillation during bias-winding takeover, ensuring clean transition to steady-state operation.
LTC3803ES6#TRPBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SOT-23-6 Thin, TSOT-23-6
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Output Type:
- Transistor Driver
- Function:
- Step-Up/Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive, Isolation Capable
- Topology:
- Flyback
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Output Phases:
- 1
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 5.7V ~ 8V
- Frequency - Switching:
- 200kHz
- Duty Cycle (Max):
- 80%
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- No
- Clock Sync:
- No
- Serial Interfaces:
- -
- Control Features:
- Current Limit, Enable
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TSOT-23-6
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