Product category:
DC/DC Convertors
News Release from: Linear Technology Corp | Subject: LTM8020
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 13 February 2008
Switching regulator is cool alternative
to linear
Complete DC/DC module includes a DC/DC controller IC, power switches, inductor, compensation circuitry and input and output bypass capacitors.
New from Linear Technology, the LTM8020 is the first in a new family of DC/DC uModule regulator systems that operate from supplies up to 36V (40V maximum) The LTM8020 is a 200mA complete DC/DC solution that includes a DC/DC controller IC, power switches, inductor, compensation circuitry and input and output bypass capacitors
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 28 Jul 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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This solution is extremely compact at only 6.25 x 6.25mm and low profile at 2.3mm in height.
Compared with a linear regulator circuit, the LTM8020's more efficient switch-mode topology provides cooler operation, dissipating 98% less heat and occupying 90% less volume with its compact package and no-heatsink requirement.
Target applications are systems with 24 and 28V input supply rails such as medical, industrial, avionics and aftermarket automotive.
The LTM8020 is a complete 200mA, current mode, switching DC/DC point-of-load regulator system in a 6.25 x 6.25 x 2.3mm LGA surface-mount package.
The package can be mounted on the back side of a circuit board, allowing more room for digital ICs on the top side.
Input voltage range is from 4 to 36V and output can be adjusted with only one resistor from 1.25 to 5V.
Encapsulated packaging protects the circuit components against mechanical, chemical and ambient factors, thus improving the reliability of the design.
The LTM8020 is rated for operation from -40 to +85C and is RoHS compliant.
Its gold-plated pads allow both Pb- and Pb-free solder to be used during board assembly.
1000-piece pricing starts at US $4.95 each. Request a free brochure from Linear Technology Corp ...
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