12V CMOS Voltage Converter The LTC1044ACS8#PBF is a switched capacitor voltage converter manufactured by Linear Technology (now part of Analog Devices). Below are its key specifications, descriptions, and features:
### **Specifications:**
- **Manufacturer:** LINEAR (Linear Technology)
- **Part Number:** LTC1044ACS8#PBF
- **Package:** 8-Pin SOIC (SO-8)
- **Operating Temperature Range:** 0°C to 70°C (Commercial Grade)
- **Input Voltage Range:** 1.5V to 9V
- **Output Voltage Options:** Positive or Negative (Inverting)
- **Switching Frequency:** ~10kHz (typical)
- **Output Current Capability:** Up to 10mA (depending on input voltage)
- **Low Quiescent Current:** ~80µA (typical)
- **High Efficiency:** Up to 98% (depending on configuration)
- **Pin-Compatible:** With industry-standard 7660 and 1044 charge pump ICs
### **Descriptions:**
The LTC1044ACS8#PBF is a precision switched capacitor voltage converter that can generate either a positive or negative output voltage from a single supply. It operates by using an internal oscillator to charge and discharge an external capacitor, effectively "pumping" charge to create the desired output voltage. It is commonly used for voltage inversion, doubling, or regulation in low-power applications.
### **Features:**
- **Wide Input Voltage Range:** Operates from 1.5V to 9V.
- **Voltage Inversion:** Converts a positive input to a negative output.
- **Voltage Doubling:** Can generate up to twice the input voltage.
- **Low Power Consumption:** Minimal quiescent current for battery-powered applications.
- **No Inductors Required:** Uses only external capacitors for operation.
- **Internal Oscillator:** Eliminates the need for an external clock.
- **Pin-Compatible Replacement:** Can replace the 7660 or 1044 in existing designs.
- **Commercial Temperature Range:** Suitable for standard operating environments.
This device is ideal for applications requiring small, efficient voltage conversion, such as in portable electronics, data acquisition systems, and low-power analog circuits.
