Description

The LTC®1642IGN is a 16-pin Hot SwapTM controller, designed for electronic component applications that need safety when being inserted or removed from a live backplane. It is equipped with an N-Channel pass transistor, enabling voltage ramp-up at an adjustable rate, with a high side switch driver that controls the N-Channel gates for supply voltages over 2.97V. Moreover, the LTC1642IGN offers other features that protect the component from surges of up to 33V and current fluctuations, ensuring safer product operation.

Specifications and features

• Adjustable Undervoltage and Overvoltage Protection
• Foldback Current Limit
• Adjustable Current Limit Time-Out
• Protected Against Surges to 33V
• Single Channel NFET Driver
• Latch Off or Automatic Retry on Current Fault
• Driver for SCR Crowbar on Overvoltage
• Adjustable Reset Timer
• Reference Output with Uncommitted Comparator
• 16-Pin SSOP Package

Application Scenarios

The LTC1642IGN can be utilized in a variety of electronic component applications, such as:

• Hot Board Insertion
• Electronic Circuit Breaker
• InfiniBandTM Systems

Comparison

• Adjustable features including current limit, overvoltage and undervoltage protection gives more flexibility to the design.
• Protection against surges up to 33V, ensures safer product operation.
• Comes in a 16-pin SSOP package which saves space compared to other packages.
• The LTC1642IGN is designed to enable safer insertion and removal of electronic components from a live backplane, ensuring smoother product operation.

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