Compact µModule regulator is for use with FPGAs, GPUs and ASICs
Designed for use in PCIe boards, communications infrastructure, cloud computing-based systems, medical, industrial, and test and measurement equipment, the LTM4646 is a dual 10A or single 20A output, step-down µModule PoL regulator from 5.0 or 12V input supply rails. It targets the PCB area constraints of densely populated system boards to power low voltage and high current devices such as FPGAs, ASICs, microprocessors and GPUs, says Analog Devices.
The Power by Linear LTM4646 includes inductors, MOSFETs, a DC/DC controller and supporting components, and is housed in a 11.25 x 15 x 5.01mm BGA package. Compared to the previous two single 10A output module solutions, the LTM4646 reduces the solution size of more than 25 per cent, says Analog Devices.
Total output voltage DC accuracy is guaranteed at ±1.5 per cent over line, load and temperature (-40 to +125 degree C). The onboard remote sense amplifiers on both outputs compensate for voltage drop caused by trace impedance of the PC board due to large load currents. Internal or external feedback loop compensation is selectable, enabling users to optimise loop stability and transient performance while minimising the number of output capacitors.
Peak efficiency at 12VIN to 1.0VOUT is 86 per cent. With 200LFM air flow, the LTM4646 delivers a full 20A continuously up to 85 degree C ambient, adds Analog Devices. The current mode architecture allows multi-phase parallel operation to increase output current with good current sharing, says the company.
The LTM4646 operates from 4.5 to 20V input, standalone. When 5.0V external bias is available, the device can operate from 2.375V. The output voltages are adjustable from 0.6 to 5.5V, enabling the LTM4646 to generate low voltage for digital devices but also 2.5, 3.3 and 5.0V, for system buses. The switching frequency can be programmed from 250kHz to 1.3MHz with one resistor, and can also be synchronised to an external clock ranging from 300kHz to 1MHz for noise-sensitive applications.
The LTM4646 has over-voltage and over-current protection.
