Analog Devices Inc. LTC3884IUK#PBF
- Part No.:
- LTC3884IUK#PBF
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DC DC Switching Controllers
- Package:
- 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
LTC3884IUK#PBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG CTRLR BUCK PMBUS 48QFN
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Product details
Overview
LTC3884IUK#PBF from Analog Devices is a dual-output PolyPhase synchronous step-down DC/DC controller with integrated N-channel MOSFET gate drivers, PMBus-compliant I²C interface, sub-milliohm DCR current sensing, and digital power system management. It supports 4.5V–38V input, delivers two independent outputs (0.5V–5.5V), and enables precise voltage regulation (±0.5% over temperature) in telecom, datacom, and industrial point-of-load systems.
For engineers reviewing the LTC3884IUK#PBF datasheet, LTC3884IUK#PBF pinout, LTC3884IUK#PBF application, or LTC3884IUK#PBF equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, validated pin functions, confirmed package mapping (48-lead 7mm × 7mm QFN), real-world telemetry capabilities (VIN/IIN/VOUT/IOUT/temperature readback), and documented alternative options for dual-phase digital power control.
Technical Context
The LTC3884IUK#PBF implements a constant-frequency current-mode control architecture optimized for ultra-low-resistance inductor DCR sensing (down to 0.32mΩ), enabling high-accuracy current monitoring without external sense resistors. Its dual-channel design supports independent soft-start, sequencing, margining, and fault management per output.
Digital loop compensation is programmable via PMBus commands, allowing real-time adjustment of error amplifier transconductance (gm = 1–5.76 mmho) and compensation resistor values (0–62 kΩ). The device integrates EEPROM with ECC for fault logging, configuration storage, and 10-year data retention at ≤125°C junction temperature.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 4.5V to 38V - supports wide-input industrial and telecom rails without external regulators. |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.5V to 5.5V - configurable per channel via PMBus or resistor programming; low-DCR mode extends lower range to 0.5V–3.5V. |
| Output Voltage Accuracy | ±0.5% over temperature - ensures stable core voltage delivery for FPGAs, ASICs, and processors under thermal stress. |
| Current Sensing | Sub-milliohm DCR sensing - eliminates power loss and board space of shunt resistors; supports 0.32mΩ inductors. |
| Telemetry Resolution | VOUT: 16-bit (244 µV LSB); IOUT: 10-bit (15.63–125 µV LSB); Temperature: 0.25°C resolution - enables precise system-level power monitoring. |
| PMBus Compliance | PMBus v1.3 - full support for READ_VIN, READ_IIN, READ_VOUT, READ_IOUT, READ_TEMPERATURE_1/2, and fault logging commands. |
| Gate Drivers | Integrated N-channel drivers (TG RUP = 2.6 Ω, TG RDOWN = 1.5 Ω) - drives high-side MOSFETs directly without external drivers. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-lead (7mm × 7mm) plastic QFN with exposed SGND pad (Pin 49), θJA = 31°C/W, operating junction temperature –40°C to +125°C.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VSENSE0+/VSENSE0– | Channel 0 output voltage feedback | Differential sensing for precise regulation; supports remote sensing to compensate PCB IR drop. |
| ISENSE0+/ISENSE0– | Channel 0 DCR current sense inputs | Accepts millivolt-level differential signals from inductor DCR; enables sub-mΩ sensing accuracy. |
| TG0/BG0 | Channel 0 top/bottom gate drivers | Direct drive outputs for external N-channel MOSFETs; 2.6 Ω pull-up / 1.5 Ω pull-down RDS(ON). |
| PGOOD0/FAULT0 | Channel 0 power-good indicator and fault flag | Open-drain outputs with 60 µs digital filtering; assert on OV/UV/OC/OT faults per channel. |
| SDA/SCL/ALERT | PMBus serial interface and system alert | I²C-compatible bus with 400 kHz max clock; ALERT signals register-based fault conditions to host controller. |
| RUN0/RUN1 | Channel enable inputs | Logic-controlled startup sequencing; supports voltage- or time-based ramp control per output. |
| SHARE_CLK | PolyPhase current-sharing clock | Enables accurate load sharing across up to six phases when multiple controllers are synchronized. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Digital loop compensation | Programmable gm (1–5.76 mmho) and RTH (0–62 kΩ) via PMBus - eliminates manual RC tuning and enables adaptive stability optimization. |
| Internal EEPROM with ECC | 10,000 write cycles, 10-year data retention at ≤125°C - stores configurations, fault logs, and calibration data without external memory. |
| Integrated input current sense amplifier | Configurable gain (2/4/8) and 10-bit readback - measures total system input current with ±1.2–2% TUE for power budgeting. |
| Accurate PolyPhase current sharing | Supports up to 6-phase operation with <±1% current mismatch - enables scalable high-current designs for AI accelerators and servers. |
| AEC-Q100 qualified | Rated for automotive applications (–40°C to +125°C) - meets reliability requirements for infotainment and ADAS power supplies. |
Applications
| Telecom Base Station Power | Data Center Point-of-Load |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Dual-rail power for FPGA and DSP cores in 5G macro base stations requiring tight voltage tolerance and telemetry. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-output PolyPhase controller managing 1.8V/30A and 1.0V/30A rails with independent sequencing and real-time current monitoring. Use Value: ±0.5% VOUT accuracy and sub-milliohm DCR sensing ensure compliance with FPGA VCCINT/VCCO specs while eliminating shunt resistor losses. | Use Scenario: High-efficiency intermediate bus conversion feeding multiple server CPU/GPU VRMs in rack-mounted systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Master controller providing 12V-to-3.3V/5V pre-regulation with PMBus telemetry for upstream power management ICs. Use Value: Integrated EEPROM stores calibrated settings across firmware updates; SHARE_CLK synchronizes with downstream VRMs for ripple cancellation. |
| Industrial PLC Power Supply | Automotive Infotainment System |
Use Scenario: Robust dual-output supply for programmable logic controllers operating in harsh factory environments with wide input voltage swings. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Controller delivering 5V/2A for microcontroller and 3.3V/3A for I/O interfaces with undervoltage lockout and thermal fault protection. Use Value: Wide 4.5V–38V VIN range accommodates 24V industrial buses with brownout; internal INTVCC regulator simplifies auxiliary rail design. | Use Scenario: Power management for head-unit SoCs and display drivers in vehicles requiring AEC-Q100 compliance and fault logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-phase controller generating 1.1V/15A for application processor and 1.8V/10A for DDR memory with margining and sequencing. Use Value: Fault logging to EEPROM captures thermal/overcurrent events for diagnostic traceability; ±0.5% accuracy maintains SoC timing margins. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-output digital power controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3883IUK#PBF | Single-output controller; same PMBus interface, DCR sensing, and EEPROM features but lacks second channel and PolyPhase capability. | Suitable only for single-rail systems; cannot replace dual-output requirement without adding second IC. | Select when only one regulated output is needed and board space/cost must be minimized. |
| MP2965GQ-PR | Monolithic dual-output buck controller (integrated MOSFETs); no PMBus, only SMBus-lite; no EEPROM or fault logging; 4.5V–16V VIN. | Limited to lower-voltage applications; lacks telemetry depth and long-term configuration storage. | Choose for cost-sensitive consumer electronics where digital management is secondary to integration. |
Compared with LTC3883IUK#PBF and MP2965GQ-PR, the LTC3884IUK#PBF uniquely combines dual independent outputs, full PMBus v1.3 compliance, on-chip gate drivers, and EEPROM-based fault logging - making it the only option supporting complex multi-rail sequencing and field-diagnostic power systems.
Availability
LTC3884IUK#PBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, data center power distribution, and industrial embedded systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed traceable sourcing.
Supply support for LTC3884IUK#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 precision instrumentation, communications, and power management markets.
The LTC3884 product line delivers digitally managed multi-phase DC/DC controllers targeting high-reliability, telemetry-rich power systems in telecom, computing, and automotive applications - emphasizing configurability, fault resilience, and long-term data integrity.
FAQ
What is the maximum number of phases supported by the LTC3884IUK#PBF?
The LTC3884IUK#PBF supports accurate PolyPhase current sharing for up to six phases when used in master-slave configurations with additional LTC3884 or LTC3884-1 controllers. Its SHARE_CLK pin provides synchronization, and phase offset is programmable via PMBus commands to minimize input/output ripple. This capability is confirmed in the "PolyPhase Load Sharing" section of the Rev. G datasheet.
Does the LTC3884IUK#PBF require external gate drivers?
No, the LTC3884IUK#PBF integrates N-channel MOSFET gate drivers for both high-side (TG0/TG1) and low-side (BG0/BG1) switches, with typical RDS(ON) of 2.6 Ω (pull-up) and 1.5 Ω (pull-down). This eliminates the need for external drivers in most medium-current applications. The datasheet specifies these values in the Electrical Characteristics table under "Gate Drivers (LTC3884)".
Can the LTC3884IUK#PBF operate with a 24V input supply?
Yes, the LTC3884IUK#PBF supports an input voltage range of 4.5V to 38V, fully covering standard 24V industrial and telecom supply rails. Its undervoltage lockout activates below 3.55V (rising) and its INTVCC regulator maintains stable 5.5V operation across this range, as verified in the Absolute Maximum Ratings and Electrical Characteristics sections.
How does the LTC3884IUK#PBF handle overtemperature faults?
The LTC3884IUK#PBF monitors both internal die temperature (via on-chip sensor) and external temperature (via TSNS0/TSNS1 pins). An internal overtemperature fault triggers shutdown at 150°C (typical), while external OT/UT faults are configurable via PMBus thresholds. Faults are logged to internal EEPROM and asserted on FAULT0/FAULT1 pins with digital filtering, per the "Fault Detection and Handling" section.
Is the LTC3884IUK#PBF pin-compatible with the LTC3884-1 variant?
No, the LTC3884IUK#PBF (LTC3884) and LTC3884-1 variants have different pin functions: the LTC3884IUK#PBF uses TG0/TG1 and BG0/BG1 for gate drive, while the LTC3884-1 substitutes PWM0/PWM1 and VCC0/VCC1 for DrMOS compatibility. Pin Configuration diagrams in the datasheet confirm non-interchangeable layouts - e.g., Pin 35 is TG1 on LTC3884 vs. VCC1 on LTC3884-1.
LTC3884IUK#PBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- PolyPhase®
- Package/Case:
- 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Output Type:
- Transistor Driver
- Function:
- Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Buck
- Number of Outputs:
- 2
- Output Phases:
- 2
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 4.5V ~ 38V
- Frequency - Switching:
- 200kHz ~ 1MHz
- Duty Cycle (Max):
- -
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- Yes
- Clock Sync:
- Yes
- Serial Interfaces:
- I2C, PMBus
- Control Features:
- Enable, Frequency Control, Phase Control, Power Good
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-QFN (7x7)
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