The LT3478/LT3478-1 are 4.5A step-up DC/DC converters designed to drive LEDs with a constant current over a wide programmable range. Series connection of the LEDs provides identical LED currents for uniform brightness without the need for ballast resistors and expensive factory calibration.The LT3478-1 reduces external component count and cost by integrating the LED current sense resistor. The LT3478 uses an external sense resistor to extend the maximum programmable LED current beyond 1A and also to achieve greater accuracy when programming low LED currents. Operating frequency can be set with an external resistor from 200kHz up to 2.25MHz. Unique circuitry allows a PWM dimming range up to 3000:1 while maintaining constant LED color. The LT3478/LT3478-1 are ideal for high power LED driver applications such as automotive TFT LCD backlights, courtesy lighting and heads-up displays. One of two CTRL pins can be used to program maximum LED current. The other CTRL pin can be used to program a reduction in maximum LED current vs temperature to maximize LED usage and improve reliability.Additional features include inrush current protection, programmable open LED protection and programmable soft-start. Each part is available in a 16-pin thermally enhanced TSSOP Package.Applications High Power LED Driver Automotive Lighting

The LT3966 is an I2C programmable monolithic boost LED driver with four independent channels. Each channel provides a 60V current mode boost converter with an internal 1.6A DMOS power switch, as well as internal and external analog and PWM dimming features. I2C programmable features include a 13-bit (8192:1) digital PWM generator, 8-bit analog dimming DAC, and flexible fault reporting and handling.An onboard 8-bit ADC allows measurement of each channel?s output voltage and output current, as well as chip input voltage and two external measurements. In addition, independent shutdown and standby control of each channel provides flexible solutions for multitopology applications.The LT3966 is available in a thermally enhanced 6mm ? 6mm 40-Lead QFN package.ApplicationsBacklightingHeads Up Displays

Demonstration circuit 2788A is a boost LED driver featuring the LT®3950. This demonstration circuit powers a string of LEDs at 330mA. The step-up topology can be used to drive a string of up to 28V of LEDs as assembled. The maximum output voltage capability of the LT3950 is 60V. DC2788A runs from an input voltage range of 6V to 24V as built. It also runs at 2MHz and has the capability to turn on spread spectrum frequency modulation (SSFM) for a frequency range of 2.0MHz to 2.5MHz. Dimming control can be achieved with analog dimming or PWM dimming—either from an external or internally-generated clock source. DC2788A features undervoltage lockout (UVLO) set at 6.6V with a 1.0V hysteresis for turn-on. The UVLO voltage, LED current, output voltage range, switching frequency, brightness control, SSFM, and the topology can all be adjusted with simple modifications to the demonstration circuit. LT3950 is a monolithic 1.5A peak switch current, 60V LED driver. The guaranteed peak switch current rating of the IC is 1.5A and this is important to know when calculating maximum output current at a given LED voltage and input voltage for a boost converter. The LT3950 features SSFM and a well-controlled SW node for low emissions. A frequency range of 200kHz to 2MHz and a high-side PWMTG PWM-dimming MOSFET makes this a very versatile IC for many applications. It can be used for boost, buck-boost mode and buck mode LED driver applications. The PWMTG MOSFET not only provides high PWM dimming ratio capability, but it also serves as a short-circuit protection device. The FAULT flag indicates when there is either a short-circuit or open-LED fault at the output. The demo circuit is designed to be easily reconfigured to suit other applications, including the example schematics in the data sheet. Consult technical support for assistance. High voltage operation, 3V input voltage operation, multiple topologies, small-and-compact size, fault protection, low EMI, and multiple brightness control options make the LT3950 flexible and powerful for compact, noise-sensitive LED driver solutions. The LT3950JMSE featured on this demo circuit is available in a thermally enhanced 16-lead plastic MSOP package. The LT3950 data sheet must be read in conjunction with this demo manual to properly use or modify demo circuit DC2788A.

The LTC3201 is an ultralow noise, constant frequency, charge pump DC/DC converter specifically designed for powering white LEDs. The part produces a low noise boosted supply capable of supplying 100mA of output current. LED current is regulated for accurate and stable backlighting. A 3-bit DAC provides output current adjust for brightness control.Low external parts count (one small flying capacitor and three small bypass capacitors) and small MSOP-10 package size make the LTC3201 ideally suited for space constrained applications. An input noise filter further reduces input noise, thus enabling direct connection to the battery. High switching frequency enables the use of small external capacitors.The LTC3201 contains overtemperature protection and can survive an indefinite output short to GND. Internal soft-start circuitry also prevents excessive inrush current on start-up. A low current shutdown feature disconnects the load from VIN and reduces quiescent current to less than 1?A.Applications White LED Backlighting Programmable Boost Current Source

Demonstration circuit DC1666A is a synchronous four-switch buck-boost LED driver controller. It accepts an input voltage from 4.7V to 60V, and drives up to 25V of LEDs at 2A. DC1666A features both PWM and analog dimming of the LED string. It has an OPENLED flag that indicates when the LED string has been removed and it has a SHORTLED flag that indicates that the output has been shorted to GND. In both cases, the IC remains in control and well protected.

Four White LED Backlight Driver Features: Drives 4 LEDs from a 2.6 V to 5.5 V (Li-Ion) input supply 1×/1.5×/2× fractional charge pump to maximize power efficiency 0.3% typical LED current matching Up to 88% power efficiency over Li-Ion range Powers main and sub display LEDs with individual shutdown Package footprint only 9 mm2 (3 mm × 3 mm) Package height only 0.75 mm Low power shutdown mode Shutdown function Soft start limiting in-rush current

Charge Pump Regulator for Color TFT Panels

3A, Full Featured DC/DC Converter with Soft-Start and Inrush Current Protection Features: Wide Input Voltage Range: 2.5V to 24V 3A, 42V Internal Switch High Efficiency Power Conversion: Up to 89% Soft-Start Frequency Set by External Resistor: 200kHz to 3.5MHz Protection Against Input Short Circuits and Hot Plugging Low VCESAT Switch: 0.3V at 2.5A (Typical) Capable of Positive and Negative Outputs Available in Thermally Enhanced 14-Lead (4mm × 3mm) DFN and 16-Lead TSSOP Packages

PWM LED Driver and Boost, Flyback and SEPIC Controller Features: True Color PWM™ Delivers Constant Color with 3000:1 Dimming Ratio Fully Integrated Load FET Driver for PWM Dimming Control of High Power LEDs 100:1 Dimming from Analog Inputs Wide FB Voltage Range: 0V to 1.23V Constant Current or Constant Voltage Regulation Low Shutdown Current: IQ = 20μA 1% 1.23V Internal Voltage Reference 2% RUN Pin Threshold with 100mV Hysteresis Programmable Operating Frequency (20kHz to 1MHz) with One External Resistor Synchronizable to an External Clock Up to 1.3fOSC Internal 7V Low Dropout Voltage Regulator Programmable Output Overvoltage Protection Programmable Soft-Start Can be Used in a No RSENSE™ Mode for VDS < 36V 16-Lead DFN and TSSOP Packages

500mA Camera LED Charge Pump Features: Low Noise Constant Frequency Operation High Efficiency: Up to 94% Multi-Mode Operation: 1x, 1.5x or 2x Boost Modes Automatic Mode Switching High Output Current: Up to 500mA Tiny Application Circuit (3mm × 3mm DFN Package All Components <1mm High) Automatic Soft-Start Output Disconnect Open, Shorted LED Protection No Inductors Internal 110m LED Current Sense Resistor 3mm × 3mm 10-Lead DFN Package