18V, 12A Ideal Diode

The LTC4450 is a high performance Schottky diode replacement using an integrated N-Channel power MOSFET. It easily ORs power supplies together to increase system reliability and prevent reverse conduction.

The LTC4450 regulates the forward voltage at 15mV to minimize power loss compared to Schottky diodes. Regulation ensures smooth current transfer without oscillation in diode-OR applications. When the power MOSFET is fully enhanced, the RDS(ON) of the transistor is 7mΩ and rated for forward conduction up to 12A while dissipating 1W. A high performance gate driver with fast transient response minimizes both forward power dissipation and reverse current. The VCC input allows VIN to work down to ground for low voltage applications. The LTC4450 is available in a small 16-Lead 2mm × 3mm LQFN Package.

APPLICATIONS

* Schottky Diode Replacement

* Industrial, Medical and Consumer Portable Devices

* Battery and Wall Adapter Diode-ORing

* Reduces Power Dissipation by Replacing a Power Schottky Diode with No External Components

* Internal 12A, 7mΩ N-Channel MOSFET

* 15mV Regulated Forward Voltage

* 20μA Operating Current, 0.8μA Shutdown

* Wide 0V to 18V Input Range with VCC > 2.75V