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Linear launches low noise boost converters

Linear Technology

LT3495/-1

Linear Technology has released the LT3495/-1 low noise boost converters with integrated power switches, Schottky diodes and output disconnect circuitry.

The LT3495 uses a 650mA switch, whereas the LT3495-1 uses a 350mA switch.

Both parts are packaged in a 2mm x 3mm DFN-10 package.

Their 2.3V to 16V input voltage range enables them to operate from single cell Li-ion batteries up to fixed 12V input rails, delivering outputs up to 40V.

The LT3495 can deliver over 70mA of output current at 16V from a single Li-ion cell, making it suitable for applications such as OLED displays.

Both parts use a control technique that delivers high efficiency and low output ripple over a wide load current range.

This technique guarantees that the switching frequency stays above the audio band for the entire load range, making it suitable for noise-sensitive PMP and audio applications.

The LT3495's NPN switch achieves a VCESAT of 250mV at 500mA and offers efficiencies as high as 85 per cent.

The device's 60uA of quiescent current (<1uA in shutdown) maximises battery run time, while integrated Schottky diodes and output disconnect circuitry minimises external circuitry.

An integrated dimming/contrast adjustment function is included for display applications.

For applications requiring output voltages below 10V, there are also 'B' versions of this device, the LT3495B and LT3495B-1, which offer slightly higher light load efficiency.

The LT3495EDDB, LT3495EDDB-1, LT3495BEDDB and LT3495BEDDB-1 are all available from stock in a 10-lead 2mm x 3mm DFN package.

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