The Laser Diode Driver designed for continuous wave operation. It operates in a supply voltage range of 2.4 to 6 V and can handle a laser drive current of up to 70 mA. This driver offers a rapid soft start after power-on, simple power adjustment via an external resistor, and a control loop accuracy better than 1% with changes in temperature, supply voltage, and load current.

CW operation up to 90 mA from 2.4 to 6 V supply voltage
Rapid soft start after power-on typical within 70 μs
Simple power adjustment via external resistor
Control loop accuracy better than 1% with changes in temperature, supply voltage, and load current
Integrated reverse polarity protection for the driver and laser diode
Strong suppression of transients with very small external capacitors
Permanent shutdown with excessive temperature and overcurrent
Wide monitor current range from 10 μA to 2.5 mA