Uploaded June 2012 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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with Leonard Shtargot Staff Engineer, Power Products

The LT®8610 (linear.com/product/LT8610) step-down regulator integrates key high performance features in one compact IC. It offers synchronous rectification, for efficiencies up to 96%. The low quiescent current of 2.5µA extends battery life and saves extra circuitry. High speed switching minimizes board space and helps avoid EMI problems. A low dropout of 200mV at 1A load allows wide VIN range. The LT8610 is a great choice for many
step-down applications requiring high input voltages up to 42V and load currents up to 2.5A.