News Release www.linear.com 1A, 1.5MHz, 65V Boost/Inverter DC/DC Converter MILPITAS, CA – September 15, 2014 – Linear Technology Corporation announces the LT8580, a current mode, fixed frequency step-up DC/DC converter with an internal 1A, 65V switch. It operates from an input voltage range of 2.55V to 40V, making it suitable for applications with input sources ranging from a single-cell Li-Ion to automotive inputs. The LT8580 can be configured as either a boost, SEPIC or an inverting converter. Its switching frequency can be programmed, via a single resistor or synchronized to an external clock, between 200kHz and 1.5MHz, minimizing external component sizes. The combination of a 3mm x 3mm DFN package (or MSOP-8E) and tiny externals ensures a very compact footprint while reducing solution cost. The LT8580’s low VCESAT switch, 0.4V at 0.75A, delivers efficiencies of up to 86%. Undervoltage lockout (UVLO) is user adjustable for optimal system performance. A single feedback resistor sets the output voltage, minimizing external components. Other features include external synchronization capability, internal soft-start and thermal shutdown protection. The LT8580EDD is available in a 3mm x 3mm DFN-8 package and the LT8580EMS8E is offered in a thermally enhanced MSOP-8 package. Pricing starts at $2.35 each for 1,000 piece quantities. Industrial temperature (-40°C to 125°C) versions, the LT8580IDD and the LT8580IMS8E are also available, priced starting at $2.59 each for 1,000 piece quantities. Finally, high temperature (–40°C to 150°C) versions, the LT8580HDD and the LT8580HMS8E, are available, priced starting at $2.84 each for 1,000 piece quantities. All versions are available from stock. For more information, visit www.linear.com/product/LT8580 1A, 1.5MHz, 65V Boost/Inverter DC/DC Converter page 2 Photo Caption: 1A, 65V Boost DC/DC Converter Summary of Features: LT8580 1A, 65V Power Switch Adjustable Switching Frequency Single Feedback Resistor Sets VOUT Synchronizable to External Clock High Gain SHDN Pin Accepts Slowly Varying Input Signals Wide Input Voltage Range: 2.55V to 40V Low VCESAT Switch: 400mV at 0.75A (Typical) Integrated Soft-Start Function Easily Configurable as a Boost, SEPIC, or Inverting Converter User Configurable Undervoltage Lockout (UVLO) Pin Compatible with LT3580 Tiny Thermally Enhanced 8-Lead 3mm × 3mm DFN and 8-Lead MSOP Packages The USA list pricing shown is for budgetary use only. International prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees and exchange rates. About Linear Technology Linear Technology Corporation, a member of the S&P 500, has been designing, manufacturing and marketing a broad line of high performance analog integrated circuits for major companies worldwide for over three decades. The Company’s products provide an essential bridge between our analog world and the digital electronics in communications, networking, industrial, automotive, computer, medical, instrumentation, consumer, and military and aerospace systems. Linear Technology produces power management, data conversion, signal conditioning, RF and interface ICs, µModule® subsystems, and wireless sensor network products. For more information, visit www.linear.com , LT, LTC, LTM, Linear Technology, the Linear logo and µModule are registered trademarks of Linear Technology Corp. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Press Contacts: North America / Worldwide UK & Nordic John Hamburger, Director Marketing Communications [email protected] Tel: 408-432-1900 ext 2419 Alan Timmins [email protected] Tel: +44-1-252-629937 Doug Dickinson, Media Relations Manager [email protected] Tel: 408-432-1900 ext 2233 Dual Output DC/DC Controller with Digital Interface Increases Output Power by Using DrMOS page 3