SNVSB96 July 2019 LM3424-Q1
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The LM3424-Q1 is an N-channel MOSFET (NFET) controller for buck, boost and buck-boost current regulators which are ideal for driving LED loads. The controller has wide input voltage range allowing for regulation of a variety of LED loads. The high-side differential current sense, with low adjustable threshold voltage, provides an excellent method for regulating output current while maintaining high system efficiency. The LM3424-Q1 uses peak current mode control providing good noise immunity and an inherent cycle-by-cycle current limit. The adjustable current sense threshold provides the capability to amplitude (analog) dim the LED current and the thermal foldback circuitry allows for precise temperature management of the LEDs. The output enable/disable function coupled with an internal dimming drive circuit provides high speed PWM dimming through the use of an external MOSFET placed at the LED load. When designing, the maximum attainable LED current is not internally limited because the LM3424-Q1 is a controller. Instead it is a function of the system operating point, component choices, and switching frequency allowing the LM3424-Q1 to easily provide constant currents up to 5 A. This simple controller contains all the features necessary to implement a high efficiency versatile LED driver.