STMicroelectronics has launched the L6983i, a 10W isolated buck converter that uses fewer components than conventional isolated flyback converters, saving costs and PCB space.
With a 3.5V-38V input-voltage range, it’s suitable for applications requiring an isolated DC-DC converter. Other benefits include low quiescent current, 2µA shutdown current, adjustable soft-start time, internal loop compensation, and protection from overcurrent and thermal shutdown.
The L6983i is available in a 3mm x 3mm QFN16 package, and the evaluation board, STEVAL-L6983IV1, helps designers explore its features quickly. It can be used to power isolated gate drivers for IGBTs and silicon-carbide (SiC) or gallium-nitride (GaN) transistorsSHRIY, industrial automation, small traction systems, and charging stations. It is available from $1.38 for orders of 1000 pieces.