LTM4608
1
4608fd
Typical applicaTion
FeaTures
applicaTions
DescripTion
Low V
IN
, 8A DC/DC µModule
Regulator with Tracking, Margining,
and Frequency Synchronization
The LTM
®
4608 is a complete 8A switch mode DC/DC
power supply. Included in the package are the switching
controller, power FETs, inductor and all support compo-
nents. Operating over an input voltage range of 2.7V to
5.5V, the LTM4608 supports an output voltage range of
0.6V to 5V, set by a single external resistor. This high ef-
ficiency design delivers up to 8A continuous current (10A
peak). Only bulk input and output capacitors are needed.
The low profile package (2.82mm) enables utilization
of unused space on the back side of PC boards for high
density point-of-load regulation. The high switching
frequency and a current mode architecture enable a very
fast transient response to line and load changes without
sacrificing stability. The device supports frequency syn-
chronization, programmable multiphase and/or spread
spectrum operation, output voltage tracking for supply
rail sequencing and voltage margining.
Fault protection features include overvoltage protection,
overcurrent protection and thermal shutdown. The power
module is offered in a compact and thermally enhanced
9mm × 15mm × 2.82mm LGA package. The LTM4608 is
RoHS compliant with Pb-free finish.
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2.7V to 5.5V Input to 1.8V Output DC/DC µModule
®
Regulator
n
Complete Standalone Power Supply
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±1.5% Output Voltage Regulation
n
2.7V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
n
8A DC, 10A Peak Output Current
n
0.6V Up to 5V Output
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Output Voltage Tracking and Margining
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Power Good Tracking and Margining
n
Multiphase Operation
n
Parallel Current Sharing
n
Onboard Frequency Synchronization
n
Spread Spectrum Frequency Modulation
n
Overcurrent/Thermal Shutdown Protection
n
Small Surface Mount Footprint, Low Profile
(9mm × 15mm × 2.82mm) LGA Package
n
Telecom, Networking and Industrial Equipment
n
Storage Systems
n
Point of Load Regulation
Efficiency vs Load Current
For easier board layout and PCB assembly due to in-
creased spacing between land grid pads, please refer
to the LTM4608A.
LOAD CURRENT (A)
0
70
EFFICIENCY (%)
75
80
85
90
95
100
2 4 6 8
4608 TA01b
10
V
OUT
= 1.8V
V
IN
= 5V
V
IN
= 3.3V
V
IN
SV
IN
SW
RUN
PLLLPF
TRACK
V
OUT
FB
I
TH
I
THM
PGOOD
MGN
CLKOUT GND
CLKIN
CLKIN
4.87k
4608 TA01a
100µF10µF
PGOOD
V
OUT
1.8V
V
IN
2.7V TO 5.5V
LTM4608
SGND