LTC3101EUF#PBF

Product Overview

Category

The LTC3101EUF#PBF belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) specifically designed for power management applications.

Use

This product is primarily used for energy harvesting and power management in low-power electronic devices. It enables efficient conversion of ambient energy sources, such as solar, thermal, or vibration energy, into usable electrical power.

Characteristics

• High efficiency power conversion
• Low quiescent current consumption
• Wide input voltage range
• Integrated power management features
• Compact and lightweight package

Package

The LTC3101EUF#PBF is available in a small form factor 16-lead QFN (Quad Flat No-Lead) package. This package offers excellent thermal performance and ease of integration into various electronic systems.

Essence

The essence of the LTC3101EUF#PBF lies in its ability to harvest and manage energy from ambient sources, providing a reliable power source for low-power electronic devices.

Packaging/Quantity

The LTC3101EUF#PBF is typically supplied in tape and reel packaging, with a quantity of 250 units per reel.

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 225mV to 5V
• Output Voltage Range: 2.35V to 5.25V
• Quiescent Current: 950nA
• Maximum Output Current: 300mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The LTC3101EUF#PBF has a total of 16 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VIN: Input voltage pin
2. GND: Ground pin
3. VOUT: Output voltage pin
4. EN: Enable pin
5. FB: Feedback pin
6. VSTORE: Storage capacitor voltage pin
7. VSTOREREF: Storage capacitor reference voltage pin
8. VREF: Reference voltage pin
9. VOUT2: Secondary output voltage pin
10. GND2: Ground pin for secondary output
11. VSTORE2: Secondary storage capacitor voltage pin
12. VSTOREREF2: Secondary storage capacitor reference voltage pin
13. VREF2: Secondary reference voltage pin
14. NC: No connection pin
15. NC: No connection pin
16. VIN2: Secondary input voltage pin

Functional Features

• Energy harvesting from ambient sources
• Efficient power conversion and management
• Low-power operation
• Multiple output voltage options
• Integrated protection features (overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent)

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Enables energy-efficient power generation from ambient sources
• Compact and lightweight package for easy integration
• Wide input voltage range allows compatibility with various energy sources
• Low quiescent current consumption prolongs battery life in low-power devices

Disadvantages

• Limited maximum output current may not be suitable for high-power applications
• Requires careful consideration of input voltage requirements for optimal performance

Working Principles

The LTC3101EUF#PBF operates on the principle of energy harvesting and power management. It utilizes an integrated boost converter to efficiently convert low input voltages from ambient energy sources into higher output voltages suitable for powering electronic devices. The device incorporates a control circuitry that regulates the power flow and manages the charging and discharging of storage capacitors.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The LTC3101EUF#PBF finds applications in various fields where energy harvesting and power management are essential. Some potential application areas include:

1. Wireless sensor networks
2. Wearable electronics
3. Internet of Things (IoT) devices
4. Environmental monitoring systems
5. Remote sensing devices

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. LTC3100EUF#PBF: Similar to LTC3101EUF#PBF, but with a different pin configuration.
2. LTC3102EUF#PBF: Offers additional features such as MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) for improved energy harvesting efficiency.
3. LTC3103EUF#PBF: Designed specifically for solar energy harvesting applications, with optimized performance characteristics.

These alternative models provide similar functionality to the LTC3101EUF#PBF but may offer additional features or variations in pin configuration to suit specific application requirements.

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