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LT3480 low power operation

Category: Hardware
Product Number: LT3480

Hi,

I am designing a power converter with 18-36VIN, 3.3Vout, 0.05A Ioutmax. Due to the shortages of parts, i am looking at using the LT3480 device which is rated for much higher current as it is available for purchase at Digikey. When i perform the design calculations for the inductor at my lower Ioutmax of 0.05A, i get a very high inductor value 207uH compared to the 4.7uH that is on the datasheet's application examples. My question is that if i use the 4.7uH inductor that is on the application examples with my lower Ioutmax will it cause any issues? Is there a minimum output current that must be supplied by the LT3480 in order for it to operate properly?

Thanks

William

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  • FormerMember
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on May 15, 2022 7:37 PM

Hello William,

The high inductor value is because you have a very low load. By using a lower inductor value, it will have a higher current ripple. It should not cause any problem as long as your converter is stable.

Regards,

Jhun

  • This part also has an available LTspice model so you can simulate your design and check the current ripple

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