General Description
The EGM1937 is a step-up DC/DC converter specifically designed to drive white LEDs with a constant current.
The device can drive two, three or four LEDs in series from a Li-Ion cell.
Series connection of the LEDs provides identical LED currents resulting in uniform brightness and eliminating the need for ballast resistors.
The output capacitor can be as small as 0.22µF, saving space versus alternative solutions.
A low 95mV feedback voltage minimizes power loss for better
Features
◆ High Efficiency: 84% Typical
◆ 36V internal Switch
◆ Fast 1.2MHz Switching Frequency
◆ Drives Up to three LEDs from a 2.8V Supply
◆ Drives Up to six LEDs from a 5V Supply
◆ External Matched LED Current
◆ Uses Tiny 1mm height inductor
◆ Requires Only 0.22 F Output Capacitor
◆ Low profile TSOT package
Applications
◆ Cellular Phones
◆ PDA, Handheld Computers
◆ Digital Cameras
◆ MPS3 Players
◆ GPS Receivers