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Si3461
SINGLE-PORT IEEE 802.3AT POE/POE+ PSE INTERFACE
Features
Applications
Description
The Si3461 is a single-port power management controller for IEEE
802.3at-compliant Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE). The Si3461 can
be powered from a 50 V input using a shunt regulator, or, to save
power, it can be powered from 50 V and 3.3 V power supplies. The
IEEE-required Powered Device (PD) detection feature uses a robust
3-point algorithm to avoid false detection events. The Si3461's
reference design kit also provides full IEEE-compliant classification
and PD disconnect. Intelligent protection circuitry includes input under-
voltage lockout (UVLO), classification-based current limiting, and
output short-circuit protection. The Si3461 is designed to operate
completely independently of host processor control. An LED status
signal is provided to indicate the port status, including detection,
power good, and output fault event information. The Si3461 is pin-
programmable to support four available power levels, endpoint and
mid-span applications, and auto-retry or restart after disconnect
functions. A comprehensive reference design kit is available (Si3461-
EVB), including a complete schematic and bill of materials.
IEEE 802.3at
TM
compliant PSE
Autonomous operation requires
no host processor interface
Complete reference design
available, including Si3461
controller and schematic:
Low-cost BOM
Compact PCB footprint
Operates directly from a +50 V
isolated supply
Supports up to 30 W maximum
output power (Class 4)
Robust 3-point detection algorithm
eliminates false detection events
IEEE-compliant disconnect
Inrush current control
Short-circuit output fault
protection
LED status signal (detect,
power good, output fault)
UNH Interoperability Test Lab
report available
Extended operating range
(–40 to +85 °C)
11-Pin Quad Flat No-Lead
(QFN) package
Tiny 3x3 mm PCB footprint;
RoHS-compliant
IEEE 802.3at endpoints and
midspans
Environment A and B PSEs
Embedded PSEs
Set-top boxes
FTTH media converters
Cable modem and DSL
gateways
Pin Assignments
11-pin QFN (3x3 mm)
Top View—Pads on bottom of package
ISENSE
STATUS
VSENSE
RST
DETA
1
2
3
4
5
10
9
8
7
6
DC1
CLSMARK
DC2
VDD
CLSMODE
GND
Si3461
11
11
11
11