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October 10, 2014 – Linear Technology Korea (CEO Hong Sa-gwak, www.linear.com) announced the launch of a 35V input cable step-down switching regulator designed for powering 5V USB applications with 60V transient protection (product name: LT3697).
The LT3697 provides precise 5V regulation at 2.5A on remote USB by utilizing programmable cable drop compensation to accurately correct voltage drops on long-distance connected cables regardless of load current variations. The 5V output accuracy at the USB port is +1.0% over a temperature range of -40°C to 125°C. The LT3697 enhances system reliability and safety by utilizing precise and programmable output current limiting, power good indicator, and output current monitor pins.
With this product, users can implement latchoff or auto-retry functionality, thus eliminating the need for a USB switch IC. The internal high-efficiency switch provides 90% efficiency and can be programmed at 2MHz switching frequency, preventing interference from switching noise in critical frequency bands such as AM radio. The combination of a 16-pin thermally enhanced MSOP package and high switching frequency ensures miniaturization of external inductors and capacitors, providing a compact and thermally efficient footprint.
The LT3697 utilizes a high-efficiency power switch with essential oscillator, control, and cable compensation circuits integrated on a single chip. The internal cable compensation function can be programmed to match cable length and diameter. Dual input feedback implements an additional level of protection during error conditions, providing enhanced protection for USB devices. Other features include FLT flag, short-circuit, and thermal shutdown protection.
The LT3697EMSE is supplied in a thermally enhanced MSOP-16 package at $2.75 per unit. The LT3697IMSE is the industrial temperature version, tested and qualified with junction temperature operation over –40°C to 125°C range, priced at $3.03 per unit.
All prices are based on 1,000-unit quantities, and both versions are available immediately. For more information, refer to www.linear.com/product/LT3697.

Photo caption: 35V (60V Transient) Input Cable-capable with cable drop compensation function, USB 5V 2.5A output 2.2MHz buck
Product Features: LT3697
• Precise 5V output
• Programmable cable drop compensation
• Programmable output current limiting
• Adjustable output in 5.0V to 6.1V range
• Dual input feedback, regulated from USB switch output
• Active load reducing output overshoot
• FLT flag, overcurrent indication at USB output
• 1.5ms FLT flag delay filter for hot plug events
• USB output current monitor
• Wide input range: 5V to 35V operation, withstands input transients up to 60V
• 2.5A maximum output current
• Withstands output short to GND and automotive battery
• Adjustable switching frequency: 300kHz to 2.2MHz
• Synchronizable from 300kHz to 2.2MHz
• Compact thermally enhanced 16-pin MSOP package
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