DESCRIPTION
The LTC®3414 is a high efficiency monolithic synchronous, step-down DC/DC converter utilizing a constant frequency, current mode architecture. It operates from an input voltage range of 2.25V to 5.5V and provides a regulated output voltage from 0.8V to 5V while delivering up to 4A of output current. The internal synchronous power switch with 67mΩ on-resistance increases efficiency and eliminates the need for an external Schottky diode. Switching frequency is set by an external resistor or can be synchronized to an external clock. 100% duty cycle provides low dropout operation extending battery life in portable systems. OPTI-LOOP® compensation allows the transient response to be optimized over a wide range of loads and output capacitors.

FEATURES
■ High Efficiency: Up to 95%
■ 4A Output Current
■ Low Quiescent Current: 64µA
■ Low RDS(ON) Internal Switch: 67mΩ
■ Programmable Frequency: 300KHz to 4MHz
■ 2.25V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
■ ±2% Output Voltage Accuracy
■ 0.8V Reference Allows Low Output Voltage
■ Selectable Forced Continuous/Burst Mode®operation
   with Adjustable Burst Clamp
■ Synchronizable Switching Frequency
■ Low Dropout Operation: 100% Duty Cycle
■ Power Good Output Voltage Monitor
■ Overtemperature Protected
■ Available in 20-Lead Exposed TSSOP Package

APPLICATIONS
■ Point-of-Load Regulation
■ Notebook Computers
■ Portable Instruments
■ Distributed Power Systems