LTC1876

The LTC^®1876 is a high performance triple output switching regulator. The LTC1876 incorporates a dual step-down switching controller that drives all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stages. A step-up regulator with an internal 1A, 36V switch provides the third output.

The step-down controllers minimize power loss and noise by operating the output stage of each controller out of phase. OPTI-LOOP compensation of LTC1876 allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values. A RUN/SS pin for each controller provides both soft-start and an optional timed, short-circuit shutdown that can be configured to latch off one or both controllers. Current foldback provides additional short-circuit protection. In an overvoltage condition, the bottom MOSFET is latched on until V_OUT returns to normal. The FCB pin can be used to inhibit Burst Mode operation or to enable regulation of a secondary output voltage.}

The step-up regulator of LTC1876 operates at 1.2MHz, allowing the use of tiny low cost capacitors and inductors. In addition, its internal 1A switch allows high current outputs to be generated. Its current mode control scheme provides excellent line and load regulation.