Linear Technology LTC3780 4‑Switch Buck‑Boost Controller Datasheet

The LTC ®3780 is a high performance buck-boost switch- ing regulator controller that operates from input voltages above, below or equal to the output voltage. The constant frequency current mode architecture allows a phase- lockable frequency of up to 400kHz.


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Brand
Linear Technology
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
28
File format
PDF
File size
468 KB
Published
08 May, 2012
Updated
01 October, 2023
Model
LTC3780
MD5 checksum
B65EB868BB9490B4710CE60C30F8D822

About this manual

The LTC3780 controller supports input voltages from 4 V to 36 V and can regulate output voltages from 0.8 V to 30 V with ±1 % accuracy. It operates with a phase‑lockable fixed frequency of 200 kHz to 400 kHz and includes features such as synchronous rectification, internal LDO, and output over‑voltage protection.

The device is offered in 24‑lead SSOP and 32‑lead QFN packages and is intended for automotive, telecom, DC power distribution, and high‑power battery‑operated applications. Detailed pin descriptions, electrical characteristics, and typical performance graphs are provided throughout the document.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Applications
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Pin Descriptions
  • Block Diagram
  • Package Information
  • Typical Performance Characteristics
  • Layout Diagram

Specifications

Input Voltage Range4 V to 36 V
Output Voltage Range0.8 V to 30 V
Switching Frequency200 kHz to 400 kHz
Maximum Efficiencyup to 98 %
Package Options24‑lead SSOP, 32‑lead QFN

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum input voltage the LTC3780 can handle?

The LTC3780 can operate with an input voltage up to 36 V.

What is the typical efficiency of the LTC3780 in synchronous mode?

The controller can achieve up to 98 % efficiency with synchronous rectification.

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