linear DESIGN FEATURES LTJournal-V21N3-04-df-LTC3816-Jian_Li service manual

The LTC3816 is a single-phase synchronous step-down DC/DC switching regulator controller that complies with Intel Mobile Voltage Positioning (IMVP)-6/6+/6.5 specifications. It uses a constant-frequency voltage mode architecture with a leading edge modulation topology, allowing extremely low output voltages and very fast load transient response. The LTC3816 satisfies all of the IMVP-6, IMVP-6+ and IMVP-6.5 requirements, including 7-bit VID code, start-up to a preset boot voltage, differential remote output voltage sensing with programmable active voltage positioning (AVP), IMON output current reporting, power optimization during sleep state and fast or slow slew rate sleep state exit. It is suitable for a wide range of input voltages from 4.5V to 36V and output voltages up to 1.5V. The LTC3816 is available in 38-pin thermally enhanced eTSSOP and 5mm × 7mm QFN packages.


linear DESIGN FEATURES LTJournal-V21N3-04-df-LTC3816-Jian_Li service manual - cover page
Brand
Linear Technology
Category
DC/DC Converter
Document type
Product Leaflet
Language
English
Pages
4
File format
PDF
File size
2.5 MB
Published
05 June, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
0A1D5F06F5782C84330BF23B76EA96EF

About this manual

The LTC3816 is a high-efficiency power supply controller designed to meet Intel Mobile Voltage Positioning (IMVP)-6, 6+, and 6.5 specifications. It utilizes a constant-frequency voltage mode architecture with leading edge modulation topology to support extremely low output voltages and fast load transient response.

The device features strong integrated FET drivers, short dead-time, and line feedforward functions for high efficiency over a wide input range (4.5V to 36V). It includes programmable active voltage positioning (AVP), I MON current reporting, and power optimization during sleep states.

What's inside

  • Design Features
  • IMVP Specifications
  • Efficiency Performance
  • Transient Response
  • Dynamic VID Mode
  • Current Sharing

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum output current rating of the LTC3816?

The device supports an output current up to 27A.

What are the minimum and maximum input voltage ratings for this regulator?

It is suitable for a wide range of input voltages from 4.5V to 36V.

What is the preset boot voltage used during start-up for IMVP-6.5 specifications?

The output voltage is charged to VBOOT first, which is 1.1V in IMVP-6.5.

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