Analog Devices Switching Regulators: The LT8609 and LT8609A have different switching edge speeds. What are the advantages and disadvantages of that difference?

power management

The advantages and disadvantages of using the LT8609A over the LT8609 are as follows.

■ Advantages of LT8609A
・EMI noise reduction
・SW pin overshoot voltage reduction

 
■ Disadvantages of LT8609A
・Decreased efficiency due to increased SW loss

becomes.

For the efficiency comparison between the LT8609 and LT8609A, refer to this link for reference values.


(Published in December 2021)

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