LT3971EMSE-3.3 - 38V, 1.2A, 2MHz Buck Regulator | Analog Devices
MPN: LT3971EMSE-3.3 ✓ Hoạt độngLT3971EMSE-3.3 Tóm tắt
A buck (step-down) switching regulator is a DC-DC converter that produces a lower output voltage than its input by rapidly switching an inductor and storing energy in that inductor, then releasing it through a rectifier into an output capacitor. Buck regulators sit within the power management IC hierarchy (buck -> DC-DC converter -> voltage regulator -> power management IC) and are favored over linear regulators for their high efficiency, especially when VIN significantly exceeds VOUT. The LT3971 family is purpose-built for automotive and industrial applications where high input transients and very low standby drain matter.
Key features include a programmable switching frequency from 200 kHz to 2 MHz, internal 1.2A switch, 2.8 µA Iq with output regulating at no load, fixed 3.3V or 5V and adjustable versions, internal compensation, and internal boost diode. The 10-lead MSOP-EP package offers a thermal resistance suitable for sustained 1.2A operation when properly footprinted, and the exposed pad must be soldered to a sufficiently large copper pour.
Architecturally the LT3971 uses a current-mode control loop with a precision reference and an integrated power switch. The very low IQ allows it to maintain output regulation while drawing only micro-amps from the battery, and Burst Mode operation skips switching cycles at light load to keep efficiency high and output ripple low. Programmable frequency up to 2 MHz enables designers to choose frequencies above the AM band or outside sensitive IF bands, and to use small ceramic capacitors and inductors.
Typical applications include automotive battery-powered systems, portable instruments, industrial control loops, and any 12V/24V supply rail that must deliver 3.3V with high efficiency. Its wide input range also makes it ideal for load-dump tolerant designs and battery-powered equipment that must operate down to deeply discharged battery voltages.
When designing with this part, ensure the exposed pad is soldered over adequate copper (typically >=1 square inch) to keep junction temperature within ratings. Keep the input capacitor loop short to minimize ringing on the SW node, and choose an inductor with low DCR to preserve efficiency.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes that are not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, accelerating component selection.
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Các biến thể trong loạt này
Các mẫu cùng loạt có thể lắp đặt dễ dàng tương thích với LT3971EMSE-3.3 (cùng hình factor và footprint) — khác nhau ở Package, Quiescent Current, Switching Frequency, Topology, Operating Temperature Range.
LT3971EMSE-3.3#TRPBF
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LT3971EMSE-3.3
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LT3971AEMSE#PBF
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LT3971EMSE-3.3 Tỷ lệ tối đa & tính chất điện
| Cấu trúc | Buck (Step-Down) Switching Regulator |
| Phạm vi điện áp đầu vào | 4.3 V to 38 V |
| Điện áp đầu ra | 3.3 V (fixed) |
| Điện áp tối đa đầu ra | 1.2 A |
| Tần số chuyển đổi | 200 kHz to 2 MHz (programmable) |
| Điện áp yên tĩnh | 2.8 µA (typ, no load, output regulating) |
| Hiệu suất | Up to ~90% (application dependent, Burst Mode at light load) |
| Internal Switch Current | 1.2 A |
| Light-Load Operation | Burst Mode (low ripple) |
| Feedback Reference / Internal Divider | 10 MΩ (fixed-output versions) |
| Khoảng nhiệt độ hoạt động | -40 °C to +125 °C (E-grade) |
| Hộp | 10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118" / 3.00 mm width) Exposed Pad |
| Kiểu lắp đặt | Surface Mount |
| Trạng thái RoHS | Compliant (PBF suffix) |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-free PBF finish) |
Cấu hình chân LT3971EMSE-3.3
| Chân 1 | VIN — Input supply, 4.3V to 38V |
| Chân 2 | RT — Timing resistor to GND sets switching frequency |
| Chân 3 | EN/UVLO — Enable/undervoltage lockout threshold |
| Chân 4 | BST — Boost flying capacitor for internal driver |
| Chân 5 | GND — Signal ground |
| Chân 6 | VOUT — Output voltage sense (3.3V fixed) |
| Chân 7 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Chân 8 | SW — Switch node to external inductor |
| Chân 9 | PGND — Power ground (return for SW) |
| Chân 10 | PGND — Power ground (return for SW) |
Ứng dụng tiêu biểu
LT3971EMSE-3.3 phù hợp cho 6 Áp dụngs: Automotive 12V Battery-Powered Systems, Industrial 24V Bus Point-of-Load Regulation, Portable Battery-Powered Instruments, Load-Dump Tolerant Industrial Sensors, Always-On LED Driver Supplies, USB-Powered Device Side Rails.
Automotive 12V Battery-Powered Systems
The LT3971EMSE-3.3 is a strong fit for 12V automotive rails because it accepts 4.3V to 38V on VIN, tolerating cold-crank dips and load-dump transients without external protection. Its 2.8 µA quiescent current preserves battery life in always-on modules such as body controllers and tire-pressure monitors that spend most of their life in standby. The 1.2A output comfortably powers sensors, CAN transceivers, and small MCUs from a 3.3V rail. Using Burst Mode at light loads keeps efficiency above 80% at 10 mA, which is critical when the vehicle is parked.
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Industrial 24V Bus Point-of-Load Regulation
Industrial PLCs and sensor backplanes often run on a 24V nominal bus that can swing from 18V to 36V. The LT3971EMSE-3.3 handles this full range with a single part and delivers a clean 3.3V at 1.2A for digital logic, microcontrollers, and isolated transceivers. Its 2 MHz switching frequency allows use of small ceramic output capacitors, which simplifies PCB layout and reduces BOM cost in space-constrained DIN-rail modules. The 10-MSOP exposed pad footprint is well-suited to high-density backplane designs.
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Portable Battery-Powered Instruments
Handheld measurement tools and field instruments demand long battery life and wide operating voltage range. The LT3971EMSE-3.3 operates from as low as 4.3V, allowing use with 4-cell NiMH or 1S Li-ion packs down to deeply discharged states. Its 2.8 µA Iq keeps standby drain negligible when the instrument is off but the battery remains connected. The fixed 3.3V output is convenient for low-power MCUs, BLE modules, and analog front ends without needing external feedback parts.
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Load-Dump Tolerant Industrial Sensors
Sensors mounted near motors, solenoids, or relays experience large transient voltages on the supply rail. The LT3971EMSE-3.3's 38V absolute-maximum input and 4.3V minimum make it tolerant of these swings without requiring bulky TVS components. With its fixed 3.3V output it powers analog sensors, op-amps, and ADCs directly. Burst Mode operation prevents audible switching noise from coupling into sensitive measurement channels, an advantage over fixed-frequency regulators at light load.
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Always-On LED Driver Supplies
Indicator LEDs and small LED strings in industrial panels need efficient 3.3V rails that draw minimal current when the LED is off. The LT3971EMSE-3.3 maintains regulation with only 2.8 µA Iq, eliminating the need for a separate always-on LDO. Its 2 MHz switching frequency keeps the converter footprint small, ideal for backplanes with hundreds of indicator LEDs that must each have isolated supplies. Burst Mode keeps light-load ripple below levels that would cause visible LED flicker.
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USB-Powered Device Side Rails
When a device is bus-powered from USB but needs a clean internal 3.3V rail, the LT3971EMSE-3.3 can be fed from the 5V USB rail (well within its 4.3-38V window). It provides a more efficient and lower-noise 3.3V than a simple LDO when the current demand approaches 1A. Burst Mode operation eliminates audible noise during USB suspend states. The exposed pad MSOP-EP footprint is also used by the LT3971A series for higher-accuracy USB reference designs.
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Tóm tắt các sản phẩm được đề xuất
Dữ liệu tham khảo kỹ thuật cho LT3971EMSE-3.3 — so sánh, hướng dẫn thiết kế và thông tin tuân thủ.
Hướng dẫn chọn lựa
So sánh với các sản phẩm thay thế
| Tham số | Sản phẩm này | LT3971EMSE-3.3#TRPBF | LT3971EMSE#PBF | LT3971EMSE-5#PBF | LT3971AEMSE#PBF | LT3971AEMSE-5#PBF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Analog Devices | Analog Devices | Analog Devices | Analog Devices | Analog Devices | Analog Devices |
| Package | 10-MSOP (Exposed Pad) | 10-MSOP (Exposed Pad) | 10-MSOP (Exposed Pad) | 10-MSOP (Exposed Pad) | 10-MSOP (Exposed Pad) | 10-MSOP (Exposed Pad) |
| Output Voltage | 3.3 V (fixed) | 3.3 V (fixed) | 1.19 V to 30 V (adjustable) | 5 V (fixed) | 1.19 V to 30 V (adjustable) | 5 V (fixed) |
| Maximum Output Current | 1.2 A | 1.2 A | 1.2 A | 1.2 A | 1.2 A | 1.2 A |
| Input Voltage Range | 4.3 V to 38 V | 4.3 V to 38 V | 4.3 V to 38 V | 4.3 V to 38 V | 4.3 V to 38 V | 4.3 V to 38 V |
| Quiescent Current | 2.8 µA | 2.8 µA | 2.8 µA | 2.8 µA | 2.8 µA | 2.8 µA |
| Switching Frequency Range | 200 kHz to 2 MHz | 200 kHz to 2 MHz | 200 kHz to 2 MHz | 200 kHz to 2 MHz | 200 kHz to 2 MHz | 200 kHz to 2 MHz |
| Reference Accuracy | Standard (LT3971 family) | Standard | Standard | Standard | Tighter (LT3971A series) | Tighter (LT3971A series) |
Bảo phân biệt quan trọng
- Fixed 3.3V output without external feedback resistors (vsLT3971EMSE#PBF)
- 2.8 µA quiescent current with output regulating (vsLM25010SD/NOPB)
- Higher reference accuracy option within same footprint (vsLT3971AEMSE#PBF)
Ghi chú thiết kế
Estimated: At VIN=24V, VOUT=3.3V, IOUT=1.0A, the LT3971EMSE-3.3 dissipates approximately (24-3.3)*1.0 = 20.7 W minus switching losses (rough practical loss is ~15-17 W in worst-case conditions). With theta_JA ~40 C/W on a 1 sq. inch copper pour, junction temperature rise is ~600 C above ambient, well above the 125 C rating. For full 1.2A output at high VIN, a much larger copper pour (>=4 sq. inches) or forced-air cooling is required; at lower VIN=12V the dissipation is ~10 W and the design is more feasible with standard PCB cooling.
Solder the exposed pad to a continuous ground plane with thermal vias for heat removal. Keep the input capacitor, SW trace, and output loop areas small to minimize EMI. Place the RT resistor close to Pin 2 with a short ground return, since stray capacitance shifts the programmed switching frequency.
Do not exceed the absolute maximum VIN of 38V; load-dump transients on automotive 24V systems can briefly exceed this. Place a TVS diode rated above 38V if load-dump is expected. Avoid leaving the BST floating - the BST pin must have a flying capacitor (~10 nF) to the SW node for the high-side gate drive to work. Using the wrong output inductor value can cause subharmonic instability in current-mode control at duty cycles above 50%.
Thông tin tuân thủ
RoHS compliant per #PBF suffix on the official part number. AEC-Q100 not explicitly qualified in available data. Halogen-free and conflict-minerals status not stated in the provided sources.
