DC3151A

Product Details

Demonstration circuit DC3151A is a non-synchronous boost plus dual synchronous buck power supply featuring the LTC7811. The demonstration circuit is designed for two buck outputs 5V/10A, 3.3V/7A supplied by a boosted 9.5V output. Benefiting from this feature, the buck outputs can maintain regulation over a wide input voltage range of 4.5V to 36V which is suitable for automotive or other battery fed applications. Also, the demonstration circuit uses a drop-in layout whereas the main buck circuit components fit in an area of ¾" by 1½", while the main boost circuit area is ¾" by 1¾". The package style for the LTC7811 is a 40-pin exposed pad QFN.

The main features of the board include rail tracking (Buck channels only), an internal 5V linear regulator for bias, separate RUN pins for each output, a PGOOD signal (CH1 only), battery monitor and a Mode selector that allow the converter to run in CCM, Pulse-skipping or Burst Mode operation. Spread Spectrum Mode is available for EMI improvement. Synchronization to an external clock is also possible.

The LTC7811 datasheet gives a complete description of this part, its operation and application information. The datasheet must be read in conjunction with the quick start guide for demo circuit 3151.