Diode bridge controller reduces power loss in PoE powered devices
IEEE 802.3 PoE specifications require PDs to accept DC supply voltages of any polarity over their Ethernet inputs. The space- and power-efficient LT4321 dual active bridge rectifies and smoothly combines power from both the data and spare pairs into a single, polarity-correct supply output. Circuit size and cost are reduced as the enhanced power efficiency eliminates heat sinking requirements. Power savings of 10x or more enables PDs to stay within PoE classification levels or to add functionality while maintaining class.
Designed to be compliant with IEEE 802.3, the LT4321’s bias current does not corrupt detection and classification. Working with 2- or 4-pair Ethernet, the controller is compatible with PoE, PoE+ and LTPoE++ standards. An integrated charge pump provides the gate drive for the eight low on-resistance N-channel MOSFETs without requiring external capacitors. Although designed for PoE PDs, the LT4321’s 20 V to 80 V operating range with a 100V absolute maximum makes it suitable and robust for telecom applications employing batteries or reversible supplies. Dual-polarity enable pins provide shutdown capability to the LT4321, reducing its bias current to 32 µA from the 0.5 mA operating current.
Specified over the -40°C to 125°C ambient temperature range, the LT4321come in a 6-pin 4 x 4 mm QFN package for $2.95 (1,000).
Linear Technology; www.linear.com/product/LT4321
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