LTC3871ILXE#PBF

Introduction

The LTC3871ILXE#PBF is a general purpose power management integrated circuit (PMIC) created by Linear Technology. It is an advanced switching regulator controller for regulating both positive and negative voltages. It also offers a wide range of features and control strategies to enable efficient and reliable control of power supplies. The LTC3871ILXE#PBF falls within the Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Controllers category.

Application Field

The LTC3871ILXE#PBF can be used in a variety of applications, including data systems, automotive components, pointing devices, computer peripheral power supplies, and battery chargers. The wide range of features makes it suitable for these applications, as well as numerous other higher power roles.

Working Principle

This regulator operates by sensing the input voltage and then switching the power FET on or off as needed to control the output voltage according to user-specified parameters. This switching frequency can be adjusted by the user to optimize power transfer.

The LTC3871ILXE#PBF also has several additional features, such as automatic power sequencing, adjustable frequency limit, over-voltage, and over-temperature protection. The integrated PLL and voltage feed forward compensate for changes in input voltage, while the dynamic output current enables fast current monitoring and regulating.

Conclusion

The LTC3871ILXE#PBF is an advanced switching regulator controller designed to ensure that power supplies are effectively and reliably managed. It offers a wide range of features and control strategies, including voltage and frequency measures, dynamic output current monitoring, and user-specified parameters. This makes it suitable for a variety of applications, including automotive components, battery chargers, and data systems.