LTC3897-2 Series

The LTC3897-2 is a synchronous boost DC/DC controller with surge stopper and ideal diode controller.The boost controller drives two N-channel power MOSFET stages out-of-phase to reduce input and output capacitor requirements, allowing the use of smaller inductors than the single-phase equivalent. Synchronous rectification reduces power loss and eases thermal requirements.The surge stopper controls the gate of an external N-channel MOSFET to protect against high voltage input transients and provides inrush current control, overcurrent protection and output disconnect for the boost converter. The integrated ideal diode controller drives another N-channel MOSFET to replace a Schottky diode for reverse input protection and voltage holdup or peak detection. It controls the forward voltage drop across the MOSFET and minimizes reverse current flow.The differences between the LTC3897-2 and LTC3897 are shown in Table 1.ApplicationsIndustrialAutomotiveMilitary/AvionicsTelecommunications