Buck/Boost Voltage Regulator Claims Efficiency Mark

May 1, 1999
The first in a new class of high-efficiency switched capacitor voltage regulators, the LM3352 is designed for dynamic step-up (boost) and step-down (buck) conversions. It achieves more than 80% average efficiency while producing a constant 3.3V output

The first in a new class of high-efficiency switched capacitor voltage regulators, the LM3352 is designed for dynamic step-up (boost) and step-down (buck) conversions. It achieves more than 80% average efficiency while producing a constant 3.3V output voltage over the complete discharge cycle of a lithium-ion battery pack.The regulated 200-mA converter offers portable system designers a highly efficient alternative to LDO regulators and enables them to fully exploit lithium-ion batteries. It's also a low-cost alternative to inductive switchers, minus the limitations of inductor height and manufacturing issues.

Company: NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR CORP.

Product URL: Click here for more information

About the Author

Staff

Articles, galleries, and recent work by members of Electronic Design's editorial staff.

Sponsored Recommendations

Comments

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Electronic Design, create an account today!