Analog Devices Inc. LTC3890IGN-1#PBF
- Part No.:
- LTC3890IGN-1#PBF
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DC DC Switching Controllers
- Package:
- 28-SSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
LTC3890IGN-1#PBF.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG CTRLR BUCK 28SSOP
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Product details
Overview
LTC3890IGN-1#PBF from Analog Devices (formerly Linear Technology) is a dual, 2-phase synchronous step-down DC/DC controller driving all-N-channel MOSFET stages. It supports 4V–60V input, delivers two independent outputs (e.g., 3.3V/5A and 8.5V/3A), operates with 50µA quiescent current in single-channel sleep mode, and features out-of-phase operation to reduce input capacitance and supply noise - ideal for automotive always-on systems and battery-powered digital devices.
For engineers reviewing the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF datasheet, LTC3890IGN-1#PBF pinout, LTC3890IGN-1#PBF application, or LTC3890IGN-1#PBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its 28-pin SSOP package, dual-channel phase-lockable frequency (75–850kHz), RSENSE/DCR current sensing, selectable light-load modes (Burst/Pulse-Skipping/Continuous), and integrated 5.1V INTVCC LDO powered from VIN or EXTVCC.
Technical Context
The LTC3890IGN-1#PBF implements a constant-frequency current-mode architecture with two independent controllers operating 180° out-of-phase to minimize input ripple and EMI. Each channel uses an error amplifier (EA) comparing VFB to a 0.800V reference, with ITH voltage setting peak inductor current via differential current sensing at SENSE+ and SENSE− pins.
Its OPTI-LOOP® compensation enables stable loop response across wide output capacitance and ESR ranges. The device integrates dual gate drivers (TG/BG) with 2.5Ω pull-up and 1.5Ω pull-down on TG, 2.4Ω/1.1Ω on BG, and supports dropout operation up to 99% duty cycle via internal dropout detection and bootstrap capacitor recharge management.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VIN Range | 4V to 60V - supports 12V/24V/48V industrial buses and wide-range battery chemistries (e.g., 12S Li-ion). |
| IQ (One Channel Sleep) | 50µA - extends runtime in always-on automotive modules where one rail remains active during standby. |
| VOUT Range | 0.8V to 24V - enables flexible generation of logic, analog, and interface rails from a single controller. |
| Switching Frequency | 75kHz to 850kHz (phase-lockable) - allows EMI tuning and optimization of magnetics size vs. efficiency trade-off. |
| Current Sensing | RSENSE or DCR - supports high-accuracy lossless sensing using PCB traces or low-value resistors without added power loss. |
| PGOOD Output | Open-drain PGOOD1 - provides system-level power-good signaling for sequenced startup or fault monitoring of Channel 1 only. |
| Shutdown IQ | <14µA - ensures ultra-low leakage during full system hibernation, critical for long-term battery survival. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 28-lead plastic SSOP (GN), –40°C to 125°C operating junction temperature, 90°C/W θJA.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ITH1, ITH2 | Error amplifier output / compensation node | Controls peak inductor current per channel; connects to RC network for loop stability and transient response tuning. |
| VFB1, VFB2 | Feedback input | Monitors regulated output via external resistor divider; referenced to precise 0.800V internal bandgap. |
| SENSE1+, SENSE1− SENSE2+, SENSE2− | Differential current sense inputs | Enable accurate current limiting and cycle-by-cycle protection using either shunt resistor or DCR sensing networks. |
| PLLIN/MODE | Light-load mode select & sync input | Selects Burst Mode (ground), Pulse-Skipping (1.2–3.8V), or Forced Continuous (INTVCC); accepts external clock for synchronization. |
| RUN1, RUN2 | Independent enable inputs | Digital control: <1.15V disables respective channel; both <0.7V forces full shutdown with 14µA IQ. |
| TG1, TG2 / BG1, BG2 | Top/bottom N-MOSFET gate drivers | High-current drivers (2.5Ω/1.5Ω TG, 2.4Ω/1.1Ω BG) support fast switching and robust gate drive into large FETs. |
| TRACK/SS1, TRACK/SS2 | Soft-start & tracking input | Internal 1µA pull-up enables linear soft-start with external capacitor; also supports output voltage tracking of another supply. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Out-of-phase dual control | Reduces RMS input current by ~30%, cutting required bulk capacitance and lowering conducted EMI at input stage. |
| OPTI-LOOP® compensation | Allows stable closed-loop operation across ±50% variation in output capacitor ESR and 10× capacitance range without re-tuning. |
| Programmable light-load behavior | Three selectable modes (Burst/Pulse-Skipping/Continuous) let designers optimize efficiency, ripple, or audio compatibility per application. |
| Bootstrap capacitor recharge in dropout | Prevents gate drive collapse during 99% duty cycle operation by forcing periodic bottom-FET turn-on to refresh BOOST voltage. |
| Independent tracking/soft-start | Enables controlled power-up sequencing between multiple rails or synchronized startup with external supplies - critical for FPGA/CPU core logic. |
Applications
| Automotive Infotainment Power Supply | Industrial PLC I/O Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Powering 3.3V microcontroller, 8.5V display backlight, and 5V USB interface in a vehicle head unit with cold-crank (4.5V) and load-dump (60V) transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-output synchronous buck controller managing two independent regulated rails while rejecting input noise via out-of-phase switching. Use Value: 50µA sleep current preserves battery during ignition-off; 60V absolute max input withstands load dump without external TVS clamping. | Use Scenario: Generating isolated 3.3V logic and 8.5V analog sensor bias in a DIN-rail mounted programmable logic controller with wide ambient temperature range. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-reliability dual DC/DC controller delivering stable outputs across –40°C to 125°C junction temperature with no derating. Use Value: RSENSE/DCR flexibility allows cost-effective current sensing; PGOOD1 enables safe startup sequencing before enabling downstream field I/O drivers. |
| Battery-Powered Test Equipment | Distributed Telecom Power System |
Use Scenario: Portable oscilloscope requiring ultra-low standby power, clean 3.3V digital rail, and low-noise 8.5V analog front-end supply from a 12V LiFePO₄ pack. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-phase controller minimizing input ripple and enabling Burst Mode for >90% efficiency at µA loads. Use Value: 14µA shutdown current prevents battery drain over weeks of storage; adjustable soft-start avoids inrush into large output caps. | Use Scenario: Intermediate bus converter in a 48V telecom shelf supplying 3.3V FPGA core and 8.5V SerDes auxiliary rail with strict EMI limits. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Phase-lockable dual controller synchronized to system clock to avoid beat frequencies and meet CISPR-32 Class B emissions. Use Value: 75–850kHz programmable frequency enables optimal magnetic design; EXTVCC input allows efficient self-bias from secondary output. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual synchronous buck controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTC3890EGN-1#PBF | Same silicon, commercial-grade (–40°C to 125°C), identical pinout and electrical specs. | Lower temperature rating; not qualified for extended automotive or industrial environments. | Select when full industrial temp range is unnecessary and cost sensitivity is higher. |
| MP2918GL-Z | Single-chip dual controller with integrated MOSFET drivers but no EXTVCC option; 4.5–60V input; 55µA IQ; fixed 600kHz frequency. | Lacks programmable frequency, phase-lock, and independent TRACK/SS; no PGOOD1 output. | Choose for space-constrained designs where integration outweighs configurability needs. |
Compared with LTC3890EGN-1#PBF, the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF offers identical functionality with guaranteed performance across –40°C to 125°C, making it suitable for harsher environments; versus MP2918GL-Z, it provides superior flexibility in frequency control, light-load optimization, and power sequencing - at the cost of external FETs and slightly larger layout area.
Availability
LTC3890IGN-1#PBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment systems, industrial PLC modules, and battery-powered test equipment requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for LTC3890IGN-1#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 full product support, documentation, and manufacturing continuity for the LTC portfolio.
The LTC3890IGN-1#PBF belongs to Linear's high-voltage, low-IQ DC/DC controller family, designed specifically for demanding automotive, industrial, and battery-operated applications where input voltage range, efficiency at light load, and thermal robustness are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum input voltage rating for the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF?
The LTC3890IGN-1#PBF has an absolute maximum input supply voltage (VIN) of 65V, with a recommended operating range of 4V to 60V. This allows reliable operation under automotive load-dump conditions and across diverse battery chemistries. Exceeding 65V risks permanent damage per Absolute Maximum Ratings.
Does the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF support independent enable and soft-start for each output channel?
Yes, the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF provides fully independent RUN1/RUN2 pins for per-channel enable/disable and TRACK/SS1/TRACK/SS2 pins for individual soft-start or voltage tracking. Each TRACK/SS pin features an internal 1µA pull-up current, enabling linear ramp-up with an external capacitor - essential for FPGA or multi-rail processor sequencing.
How does the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF achieve 50µA quiescent current?
The LTC3890IGN-1#PBF achieves 50µA quiescent current in single-channel sleep mode by disabling non-essential circuitry (including one oscillator, driver stage, and error amplifier) while maintaining regulation on the active channel. This is enabled automatically when the PLLIN/MODE pin is grounded (Burst Mode) and load current drops below threshold.
Can the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF synchronize to an external clock source?
Yes, the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF supports external synchronization via the PLLIN/MODE pin. When an external clock signal (75–850kHz) is applied, the internal phase-locked loop aligns the rising edge of TG1 to the external clock's rising edge - reducing beat frequencies and easing EMI compliance in dense system layouts.
What current sensing methods does the LTC3890IGN-1#PBF support?
The LTC3890IGN-1#PBF supports both discrete RSENSE (shunt resistor) and lossless DCR (inductor winding resistance) current sensing via dedicated differential SENSE+ and SENSE− inputs per channel. This allows designers to choose between high-accuracy shunt-based sensing or cost-optimized DCR sensing without sacrificing protection or regulation fidelity.
LTC3890IGN-1#PBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 28-SSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- 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):
- 4V ~ 60V
- Frequency - Switching:
- 105kHz ~ 835kHz, 350kHz ~ 535kHz
- Duty Cycle (Max):
- 99%
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- Yes
- Clock Sync:
- No
- Serial Interfaces:
- -
- Control Features:
- Enable, Frequency Control, Power Good, Soft Start, Tracking
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 28-SSOP
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