LTC1470CS8#90118 - Low Voltage Hot Swap Controller

The LTC1470CS8#90118 is a high-performance Low Voltage Hot Swap Controller manufactured by Linear Technology, designed to provide safe board insertion and removal from a live backplane. It is housed in a compact 8-lead SO package, making it an ideal choice for space-constrained applications. This device is specifically engineered to control the power supply to electronic components, ensuring that the system remains stable and protected during hot swapping operations.

Key Features:

• Wide Operating Voltage Range: The LTC1470CS8#90118 operates over a range of 1.0V to 6.5V, making it suitable for a variety of low voltage applications, including those based on the latest low voltage logic families.
• Integrated Charge Pump: The device includes an onboard charge pump that eliminates the need for an external power supply to drive the gate of an external N-channel MOSFET, simplifying the design and reducing the component count.
• Adjustable Current Limit: This controller offers an adjustable current limit function, allowing designers to set the maximum current that can be drawn by the load, providing additional protection against overcurrent conditions.
• Fast Response Time: It features a fast response time to fault conditions, ensuring quick and reliable protection for sensitive circuitry during hot swap events.
• Under-Voltage Lockout (UVLO): The LTC1470CS8#90118 includes an under-voltage lockout feature that prevents the device from turning on until the input voltage reaches a safe operating level.

Applications:

The LTC1470CS8#90118 is ideal for a range of applications that require hot swapping capabilities, including:

• Redundant Power Supplies
• Portable Equipment
• Network Routers and Switches
• Storage Systems
• Server Hot Swap Systems

With its robust feature set, the LTC1470CS8#90118 provides designers with a versatile and reliable solution for managing power distribution in hot-swap environments. Its ability to minimize downtime and maintain system integrity during board insertion and removal makes it a critical component for high-availability systems.