The LTC3541-1 combines a synchronous buck DC/DC converter with a very low dropout linear regulator (VLDO) to provide up to two output voltages from a single input voltage with minimal external components. When configured for dual output operation, the LTC3541-1’s auto start-up feature will bring the VLDO/linear regulator output into regulation in a controlled manner prior to enabling the Buck regulator output without the need for external pin control. Buck output prior to VLDO/linear regulator output sequencing may also be obtained via external pin control. The input voltage range is ideally suited for Li-Ion battery-powered applications, as well as powering sub-3.3V logic from 5V or 3.3V rails.The synchronous buck converter provides a high efficiency output, typically 90%, capable of providing up to 500mA of continuous output current while switching at 2.25MHz, allowing the use of small surface mount inductors and capacitors. A mode-select pin allows Burst Mode operation to be enabled for higher efficiency at light load currents, or disabled for lower noise, constant frequency operation.The VLDO regulator provides a low noise, low voltage output capable of providing up to 300mA of continuous output current using only a 2.2µF ceramic capacitor. The input supply voltage of the VLDO regulator (LVIN) may come from the buck regulator or a separate supply.OptionsVOUTSwitcher (V)VOUTVLDOAuto Start-Up SequencingLTC3541Adj. down to 0.8VAdj. down to 0.4VSwitcher, then VLDOLTC3541-1Adj. down to 0.8VAdj. down to 0.4VVLDO, then switcherLTC3541-21.875V fixed1.5V fixedSwitcher, then VLDOLTC3541-31.8V fixed1.575V fixedVLDO, then switcherApplicationsPDAs/Palmtop PCsDigital CamerasCellular PhonesPC CardsWireless and DSL ModemsOther Portable Power Systems