The LT1308ACF#TRPBF is a versatile and efficient micropower step-up DC/DC converter from Linear Technology, designed to meet the needs of a wide range of applications. This compact component is specifically engineered to operate from a single cell, but it can also run from other low voltage sources, making it ideal for portable battery-powered devices where space and power are at a premium.

Key Features:

• Wide Input Voltage Range: The LT1308ACF#TRPBF is capable of operating from an input voltage as low as 1V, making it suitable for single-cell applications, including alkaline, NiCd, NiMH, and other types of batteries.
• High Efficiency: With efficiencies up to 87%, this converter helps to maximize battery life, which is crucial for portable devices.
• Adjustable Output Voltage: The output voltage is adjustable up to 34V, providing flexibility for different circuit requirements.
• Low Quiescent Current: The device features a low quiescent current of 120µA, contributing to its micropower design and making it suitable for continuous operation in power-sensitive applications.
• High Switching Frequency: A 1.5MHz switching frequency allows the use of small inductors and capacitors, reducing the overall footprint of the power supply design.

Applications:

The LT1308ACF#TRPBF is a versatile component that can be used in various applications, including but not limited to:

• Portable medical devices
• GPS devices
• Wireless communications
• Handheld instruments
• LED lighting

Package and Quality:

Encased in a 16-lead TSSOP package, the LT1308ACF#TRPBF is designed for surface-mount technology, making it suitable for high-density PCB layouts. Linear Technology ensures high-quality standards, and this product is available in tape and reel packaging, denoted by the TRPBF suffix, for ease of manufacturing and assembly in automated production lines.