Precision Set & Readback PMBus-Compatible, Dual 9A or Single 18A µModule Regulator

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Precision Set & Readback PMBus-Compatible,
Dual 9A or Single 18A µModule Regulator
MILPITAS, CA – June 10, 2015 – Linear Technology Corporation announces the LTM4675,
dual 9A or single 18A, µModule® (micromodule) step-down DC/DC regulator with PMBus serial
digital interface in a small 11.9mm x 16mm x 3.51mm BGA package. The I2C-based interface
enables system designers and remote operators to command and supervise a system’s power
condition and consumption. Calibrated and guaranteed from –40°C to 125°C, output DC voltage
accuracy is ±0.5% over line and load regulation, and load current readback accuracy is ±2.5%
maximum.
The LTM4675 includes EEPROM, power MOSFETs, inductors and supporting
components. It has fast, dual analog control loops and precision mixed-signal circuitry. The
LTM4675 is drop-in pin-compatible with the larger package (16mm x 16mm BGA) higher power
dual 13A LTM4676A, eliminating layout changes so that system designers can easily switch
between the devices during the prototype phase. This eliminates redesign of power circuits if
power requirements change during board prototyping. The LTM4675 has applications in optical
transport systems, datacom and telecom switches and routers, industrial test equipment, robotics,
RAID and enterprise systems where energy costs, cooling and maintenance are critical and must
be continuously and precisely measured.
The LTM4675 operates from a 4.5V to 17V input supply and steps down VIN to two
outputs ranging from 0.5V up to 5.5V. Two channels can current share to provide up to 18A (i.e.,
9A+9A as one output). Power-up turn-on time is 70ms. To evaluate the performance of the
LTM4675, the free LTpowerPlay™ GUI-based development system is available for download,
and a USB-to-PMBus converter and demo kit are available. With ±0.5% maximum DC output
error over temperature, ±2.5% current readback accuracy, integrated 16-bit delta-sigma ADC and
EEPROM, the LTM4675 combines best-in-class analog switching regulator performance with
precision mixed-signal data acquisition. At start-up, output voltages, switching frequency and
channel phase angle assignments can be set by pin-strapping resistors.
Precision Set & Readback PMBus-Compatible,
Dual 9A or Single 18A µModule Regulator
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The LTM4675 internal operating temperature range is from –40°C to 125°C. 1,000-piece
price is $24.00 each. For more information, visit www.linear.com/product/LTM4675
Photo Caption: Dual 9A or Single 18A µModule Regulator with Digital Interface
Summary of Features: LTM4675
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Dual 9A or Single 18A µModule with Power System Management
Regulator with Fast Analog Control Loops & PMBus Interface
±2.5% Current Readback Accuracy,±0.5% Maximum DC Output Voltage Error over Temperature
70ms Power-Up & 8ms ADC-Telemetry Update Rate
11.9 x 16 x 3.51mm BGA Package, Includes Inductors, Power MOSFETs, DC/DC Converter, Data
Acquisition System & EEPROM
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.
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