The LTC3130/LTC3130-1 are high efficiency, low noise, 600mA buck-boost converters with wide VIN and VOUT ranges. For high efficiency operation at light loads, BurstMode operation can be selected, reducing the quiescent current to just 1.6?A. Converter start-up is achieved from sources as low as 7.5?W.TheLTC3130/LTC3130-1 employ an ultralow noise, 1.2MHz PWM architecture that minimizes solution footprint by allowing the use of tiny, low profile inductors and ceramic capacitors. Built-in loop compensation and soft-start reduces external parts count and simplifies the design. Features include an accurate RUN comparator threshold to allow predictable regulator turn-on and a maximum power point control (MPPC) capability that ensures maximum power extraction from non-ideal sources such as photovoltaic panels. The LTC3130-1 includes an internal voltage divider to provide four selectable fixed output voltages.Additional features include a power good output, an external VCC input and thermal shutdown.The LTC3130 and LTC3130-1 are available in thermally-enhanced 20-lead 3mm ? 4mm QFN and 16-lead MSOP packages.Applications Long-Life, Battery-Operated Instruments Portable Military Radios Low Power Sensors Solar Panel Post-Regulator/Charger

Demonstration circuit 2365A highlights the LTC2358 family of buffered input ADCs. The LTC2358/LTC2357/LTC2353/LTC2333 are low noise, high speed, 16-/18bit successive approximation register (SAR) ADCs with integrated front end buffers. These ADCs accept a wide common mode range. Pico-amp inputs and high CMRR enable these ADCs to connect directly to a wide range of sensors without compromising measurement accuracy. The following text refers to the LTC2358-18 but applies to all parts in the family, the only differences being the number of bits, number of channels and the maximum sample rate. The LTC2358-18 has a flexible SoftSpan™ interface that allows conversion-by-conversion control of the input voltage span on a per-channel basis. An internal 2.048V reference and 2X buffer simplify basic operation while an external reference can be used to increase the input range and the SNR of the ADC.

The LTC3121 is a synchronous step-up DC/DC converter with true output disconnect and inrush current limiting. The 1.5A current limit along with the ability to program output voltages up to 15V makes the LTC3121 well suited for a variety of demanding applications. Once started, operation will continue with inputs down to 500mV, extending run time in many applications.The LTC3121 features output disconnect in shutdown, dramatically reducing input power drain and enabling VOUT to completely discharge. Adjustable PWM switching from 100kHz to 3MHz optimizes applications for highest efficiency or smallest solution footprint. The oscillator can also be synchronized to an external clock for noise sensitive applications. Selectable Burst Mode operation reduces quiescent current to 25?A, ensuring high efficiency across the entire load range. An internal soft-start limits inrush current during start-up.Other features include a <1?A shutdown current and robust protection under short-circuit, thermal overload, and output overvoltage conditions. The LTC3121 is offered in a low profile 12-lead (3mm ? 4mm ? 0.75mm) DFN package.Applications PCI Express Cards/Systems Piezo Actuators Small DC Motors 12V Analog Rail From Battery, 5V, or Backup Capacitor

The LT8641 step-down regulator features Silent Switcher architecture designed to minimize EMI/EMC emissions while delivering high efficiency at frequencies up to 3MHz. Assembled in a 3mm ? 4mm QFN, the monolithic construction with integrated power switches and inclusion of all necessary circuitry yields a solution with a minimal PCB footprint. An ultralow 2.5?A quiescent current?with the output in full regulation?enables applications requiring highest efficiency at very small load currents. Transient response remains excellent and output voltage ripple is below 10mVP-P at any load, from zero to full current.The LT8641 allows high VIN to low VOUT conversion at high frequency with a fast minimum top switch on-time of 35ns. Operation is safe in overload even with a saturated inductor.Essential features are included and easy to use: An open-drain PG pin signals when the output is in regulation. The SYNC/MODE pin selects between Burst Mode, pulse-skipping, or spread spectrum mode, and also allows synchronization to an external clock. Soft-start and tracking functionality is accessed via the TR/SS pin. An accurate enable threshold can be set using the EN/UV pin and a resistor at the RT pin programs switch frequency.APPLICATIONS Automotive and Industrial Supplies General Purpose Step-Down GSM Power Supplies

The LTC2664 is a family of four-channel, 16-/12-bit ?10V digital-to-analog converters with integrated precision references. They are guaranteed monotonic and have built-in rail-to-rail output buffers. These SoftSpan? DACs offer five output ranges up to ?10V. The range of each channel is independently programmable, or the part can be hardware-configured for operation in a fixed range.The integrated 2.5V reference is buffered separately to each channel; an external reference can be used for additional range options. The LTC2664 also includes A/B toggle capability via a dedicated pin or software toggle command.The SPI/Microwire-compatible 3-wire serial interface operates on logic levels as low as 1.71V at clock rates up to 50MHz.Applications Optical Networking Instrumentation Data Acquisition Automatic Test Equipment Process Control and Industrial Automation

The LT6236/LT6237/LT6238 are single/dual/quad low noise, rail-to-rail output op amps that feature 1.1nV/?Hz input referred noise voltage density and draw only 3.5mA of supply current per amplifier. These amplifiers combine very low noise and supply current with a 215MHz gain bandwidth product and a 70V/?s slew rate. Low noise, fast settling time and low offset voltage make this amplifier optimal to drive low noise, high speed SAR ADCs. The LT6236 includes a shutdown feature that can be used to reduce the supply current to less than 10?A.This amplifier family has an output that swings within 50mV of either supply rail to maximize the signal dynamic range in low supply applications and is specified on 3.3V, 5V and ?5V supplies.The LT6236/LT6237/LT6238 are upgrades to the LT6230/LT6231/LT6232, offering similar performance with reduced wideband noise beyond 100kHz.Applications 16-Bit and 18-Bit SAR ADC Drivers Active Filters Low Noise, Low Power Signal Processing

Demonstration circuit DC2448A-B features a PolyPhase® design using the LTM4636EY, a 40A high efficiency, switch mode step-down power µModule® regulator. The input voltage range is from 4.7V to 15V. When VIN < 5.5V, short PVCC to VIN with R1 = 0Ω, and set R3 = 0Ω and remove R2. The output voltage range is 0.6V to 3.3V. The DC2448A-B can deliver a nominal 120A output current. As explained in the data sheet, output current derating is necessary for certain VIN, VOUT, and thermal conditions. The board operates in continuous conduction mode in heavy load conditions. For high efficiency at low load currents, the MODE_PLLIN jumper selects pulse-skipping mode for noise sensitive applications or Burst Mode® operation in less noise sensitive applications. The MODE_PLLIN pin also allows the LTM4636 to synchronize to an external clock signal. The phases of the three LTM4636s are 0 degrees, 120 degrees and 240 degrees. DC2448A-B has the option of choosing both internal and external compensation circuit for LTM4636. The LTM4636 data sheet must be read in conjunction with this demo manual prior to working on or modifying demo circuit DC2448A-B.

The LTC1666/LTC1667/LTC1668 are 12-/14-/16-bit, 50Msps differential current output DACs implemented on a high performance BiCMOS process with laser trimmed, thin-film resistors. The combination of a novel current-steering architecture and a high performance process produces DACs with exceptional AC and DC performance. The LTC1668 is the first 16-bit DAC in the marketplace to exhibit an SFDR (spurious free dynamic range) of 87dB for an output signal frequency of 1MHz.Operating from ?5V supplies, the LTC1666/LTC1667/LTC1668 can be configured to provide full-scale output currents up to 10mA. The differential current outputs of the DACs allow single-ended or true differential operation. The ?1V to 1V output compliance of the LTC1666/LTC1667/LTC1668 allows the outputs to be connected directly to external resistors to produce a differential output voltage without degrading the converter?s linearity. Alternatively, the outputs can be connected to the summing junction of a high speed operational amplifier, or to a transformer.The LTC1666/LTC1667/LTC1668 are pin compatible and are available in a 28-pin SSOP and are fully specified over the industrial temperature range.Applications Cellular Base Stations Multicarrier Base Stations Wireless Communication Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) xDSL Modems Arbitrary Waveform Generation Automated Test Equipment Instrumentation

The LTC5562 is a versatile low power mixer optimized for applications requiring very wide input bandwidth, low distortion, and low LO leakage. This mixer can be used for either upconverting or downconverting applications, and provides a nominal conversion gain of 1dB. Demonstration circuit 2483A-A showcases the LTC5562 mixer for upconverting applications while demonstration circuit 2483A-B is tuned for downconverting applications. The differential inputs are optimized for use with 1:1 transmission- line baluns, allowing very wideband impedance matching. The LTC5562 uses a 3.3V supply for low power consumption and an enable pin allows the part to be shut down for further power savings. The total mixer current is adjustable, allowing for even further power savings. The standard match frequency ranges for each board are outlined in the table below.

Demonstration circuit 2505A is a low IQ, Silent Switcher® synchronous boost converter featuring the LT8336. DC2505A is designed to convert an 8V to 20V source to 24V output, with up to 1.5A load current, depending on the input voltage. DC2505A operates at 2MHz switching frequency. The DC2505A contains a selectable jumper, JP1, to aid in the selection of the desired SYNC pin mode of operation. The default setting is pulse-skipping mode of operation. The DC2505A has an EMI filter installed. The EMI filter can be included by connecting the source to the VEMI terminal and the output to the VOUT2 terminal. The Performance Summary section details the ratings of the DC2505A at room temperature. The LT8336 data sheet gives a complete description of the part, operation and application information. The data sheet must be read in conjunction with this quick start guide for DC2505A.