Power by Linear/Analog Devices’ LTC7800 is a step-down switching regulator DC/DC controller that drives an all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stage. A constant frequency current mode architecture allows a phase-lockable frequency of up to 2.25 MHz. The 50 μA no-load quiescent current extends operating run time in battery-powered systems. OPTI-LOOP® compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of output capacitance and ESR values. The LTC7800 features a precision 0.8 V reference and power good output indicator. A wide 4 V to 60 V input supply range encompasses a wide range of intermediate bus voltages and battery chemistries. The output voltage of the LTC7800 can be programmed between 0.8 V to 24 V.

The TRACK/SS pin ramps the output voltages during start-up. Current foldback limits MOSFET heat dissipation during short-circuit conditions. The PLLIN/MODE pin selects among Burst Mode operation, pulse-skipping mode, or continuous conduction mode at light loads. The LTC7800 is ideal for automotive, battery powered, and DC power distribution systems.