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MAX16610ADPEVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16610 and MAX16610A
The MAX16610/MAX16610A evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested boards that prov...
- High-Density Optimized Design
- 3x3 Low RDSON Power MOS
- 12-Layer Layout
- Hot Swap and Bias Power Supply Already Implemented
- Highly Efficient Solution
- Low-Profile Inductors Optimized for STC Resonant Application
- No Transformers Required
- Resonant ZCS (Zero-Current Switching) with Adaptative Algorithm
- Cost-Effective Solution
- Low-ESR, Low-Cost Capacitors (No Low-Value, Low-Tolerance U2J Ceramic Capacitors have been used)
- Integrated Gate Driving
- Integrated Floating Power Supply for All 10 Power FETs
- No Heat Sink is Required (Air Flow Only for Higher TDP)
- Protection Features
- Input Peak Overcurrent Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection with SOAR Mitigation
- Input Overvoltage Protection
- Bias and Gate Driving Undervoltage Lockout
- Fault Flag Open Collector Signal Pin
- Power-Good Signal
- High-Current Output Connector Compatible with Maxim Second Stage Solution EV Kit
- Output Adapter Board Available for a Stand-Alone Test Bench Use
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX16610AW5EVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16610 and MAX16610A
The MAX16610/MAX16610A evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested boards that prov...
- High-Density Optimized Design
- 3x3 Low RDSON Power MOS
- 12-Layer Layout
- Hot Swap and Bias Power Supply Already Implemented
- Highly Efficient Solution
- Low-Profile Inductors Optimized for STC Resonant Application
- No Transformers Required
- Resonant ZCS (Zero-Current Switching) with Adaptative Algorithm
- Cost-Effective Solution
- Low-ESR, Low-Cost Capacitors (No Low-Value, Low-Tolerance U2J Ceramic Capacitors have been used)
- Integrated Gate Driving
- Integrated Floating Power Supply for All 10 Power FETs
- No Heat Sink is Required (Air Flow Only for Higher TDP)
- Protection Features
- Input Peak Overcurrent Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection with SOAR Mitigation
- Input Overvoltage Protection
- Bias and Gate Driving Undervoltage Lockout
- Fault Flag Open Collector Signal Pin
- Power-Good Signal
- High-Current Output Connector Compatible with Maxim Second Stage Solution EV Kit
- Output Adapter Board Available for a Stand-Alone Test Bench Use
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX16610-W5EVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16610 and MAX16610A
The MAX16610/MAX16610A evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested boards that prov...
- High-Density Optimized Design
- 3x3 Low RDSON Power MOS
- 12-Layer Layout
- Hot Swap and Bias Power Supply Already Implemented
- Highly Efficient Solution
- Low-Profile Inductors Optimized for STC Resonant Application
- No Transformers Required
- Resonant ZCS (Zero-Current Switching) with Adaptative Algorithm
- Cost-Effective Solution
- Low-ESR, Low-Cost Capacitors (No Low-Value, Low-Tolerance U2J Ceramic Capacitors have been used)
- Integrated Gate Driving
- Integrated Floating Power Supply for All 10 Power FETs
- No Heat Sink is Required (Air Flow Only for Higher TDP)
- Protection Features
- Input Peak Overcurrent Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection with SOAR Mitigation
- Input Overvoltage Protection
- Bias and Gate Driving Undervoltage Lockout
- Fault Flag Open Collector Signal Pin
- Power-Good Signal
- High-Current Output Connector Compatible with Maxim Second Stage Solution EV Kit
- Output Adapter Board Available for a Stand-Alone Test Bench Use
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX16610 Switched Tank Converter (STC) Controller with Integrated Drivers
The MAX16610/MAX16610A ICs are highly integrated, scalable, controllers for a switched tank conv...
- High Density and Simplified Design
- Integrated Drivers for 10 FETs
- Integrated Floating Domains Generation
- Efficiency Optimization Regardless of Component Variation
- Adaptive On-Time Algorithm Ensures ZCS
- Support for Wide Range of Baseline Resonant Frequencies
- Higher Reliability
- Adaptive Algorithm Enforces a Minimum Off Time
- Prevents Component Over-Stress and Excessive Peak Currents
- Protection Features
- Input Overcurrent Protection (Latching)
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Soar Mitigation and OVP
- Bias-Supply Undervoltage Protection
- Component Failure Protection
- Fault/Output Voltage Indicators
- Critical Fault-Flag Output Pin
- Power Good Indicator
MAX16610A Switched Tank Converter (STC) Controller with Integrated Drivers
The MAX16610/MAX16610A ICs are highly integrated, scalable, controllers for a switched tank conv...
- High Density and Simplified Design
- Integrated Drivers for 10 FETs
- Integrated Floating Domains Generation
- Efficiency Optimization Regardless of Component Variation
- Adaptive On-Time Algorithm Ensures ZCS
- Support for Wide Range of Baseline Resonant Frequencies
- Higher Reliability
- Adaptive Algorithm Enforces a Minimum Off Time
- Prevents Component Over-Stress and Excessive Peak Currents
- Protection Features
- Input Overcurrent Protection (Latching)
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Soar Mitigation and OVP
- Bias-Supply Undervoltage Protection
- Component Failure Protection
- Fault/Output Voltage Indicators
- Critical Fault-Flag Output Pin
- Power Good Indicator
MAX3100 SPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible UART in QSOP-16
The MAX3100 universal asynchronous receiver transmitter (UART) is the first UART specifically op...
- Small TQFN and QSOP Packages Available
- Full-Featured UART:
- IrDA SIR Timing Compatible
- 8-Word FIFO Minimizes Processor Overhead at High Data Rates
- Up to 230k Baud with a 3.6864MHz Crystal
- 9-Bit Address-Recognition Interrupt
- Receive Activity Interrupt in Shutdown
- SPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible µC Interface
- Lowest Power:
- 150µA Operating Current at 3.3V
- 10µA in Shutdown with Receive Interrupt
- +2.7V to +5.5V Supply Voltage in Operating Mode
- Schmitt-Trigger Inputs for Opto-Couplers
- TX and RTS Outputs Sink 25mA for Opto-Couplers
MAX16602CL8EVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16602 and MAX20790
The MAX16602CL8 evaluation kit (EV kit) is a fully assembled and tested surface-mount circuit bo...
- High Power Density and Efficiency
- Monolithic, Smart Power-Stage Support: MAX20790
- Small Power-Stage Footprint: ~24mm2
- Top-Tier Efficiency (95.6% Peak Efficiency at 1.8VOUT)
- Integrated Input Power Monitor
- Telemetry Through PMBus
- Digitally Programmable Configuration
- Input Voltage, Current, and Power Monitoring
- Power-Stage Temperature Monitoring and Reporting
- Advanced Power Management
- Autonomous Phase-Shedding
- Orthogonal Current Rebalance for Phase-Current Balance During Transients
- Low Quiescent Current—Improves Light-Load and Standby Efficiency
- Protection Features
- Controller Input and Bias Supply Undervoltage Protection
- Power-Stage Supply and Boost UVLO Protection
- Power-Stage Boost Refresh
- Power-Stage VX Short and Overtemperature Shutdown
- Fast Overcurrent Protection
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX3109 Dual Serial UART with 128-Word FIFOs
The MAX3109 advanced dual universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (UART) has 128 words of re...
- Bridges an SPI/MICROWIRE or I2C Microprocessor Bus to an Asynchronous Interface Such as RS-485, RS-232, or IrDASM
- SIR- and MIR-Compliant IrDA Encoder/Decoder
- Line Noise Indication Ensures Data Link Integrity
- Deep, 128-Word Buffer and Automated Control Features Help Offload Activity on the Microcontroller
- Automatic Active-Low RTS_ and Active-Low CTS_ Flow Control
- Automatic XON/XOFF Software Flow Control
- 9-Bit Multidrop-Mode Data Filtering
- Special Character Detection
- GPIO-Based Character Detection
- Two Timers Routed to GPIOs
- 8 Flexible GPIOs with 20mA Drive Capability
- Saves Board Space
- TQFN (5mm x 5mm) Package
- Dual UART in a Single Package
- Fast Data Rates Allow Maximum System Flexibility Across Interface Standards
- 24Mbps (max) Data Rate
- High-Resolution Programmable Baud-Rate
- SPI Up to 26MHz Clock Rate
- Fast Mode Plus I2C Up to 1MHz
- Integrated PLL and Divider
- Power Management Control Features Minimize Power Consumption for Portable Applications
- 1.71V to 3.6V Supply Range
- Shutdown and Autosleep Modes
- 1µA Shutdown Current
- Logic-Level Translation on the Controller and Transceiver Interfaces Ensure System Compatibility
- Register Compatible with MAX3107, MAX3108, and MAX148301
MAX6967 10-Port Constant-Current LED Drivers and I/O Expanders with PWM Intensity Control
The MAX6966/MAX6967 serial-interfaced peripherals provide microprocessors with 10 I/O ports rate...
- High-Speed 26MHz SPI-/QSPI-/MICROWIRE-Compatible Serial Interface
- 2.25V to 3.6V Operation
- I/O Ports Default to High-Z (LEDs Off) on Power-Up
- I/O Port Inputs Are Overvoltage Protected to 7V
- I/O Port Outputs Are 7V-Rated Open Drain
- I/O Port Outputs Are 10mA or 20mA Constant-Current Static/PWM LED Drivers, or Open-Drain Logic Outputs
- I/O Ports Support Hot Insertion
- Individual 8-Bit PWM Intensity Control for Each LED
- Any Output May Use or Not Use PWM Control
- Exit Shutdown (Warm Start) with Simple Active-Low CS Pulse
- Auto Ramp-Down into Shutdown
- Auto Ramp-Up Out from Shutdown
- 0.8µA (typ), 2µA (max) Shutdown Current
- Tiny 3mm x 3mm, 0.8mm High Thin QFN Package
- -40°C to +125°C Temperature Range
MAX6966 10-Port Constant-Current LED Drivers and I/O Expanders with PWM Intensity Control
The MAX6966/MAX6967 serial-interfaced peripherals provide microprocessors with 10 I/O ports rate...
- High-Speed 26MHz SPI-/QSPI-/MICROWIRE-Compatible Serial Interface
- 2.25V to 3.6V Operation
- I/O Ports Default to High-Z (LEDs Off) on Power-Up
- I/O Port Inputs Are Overvoltage Protected to 7V
- I/O Port Outputs Are 7V-Rated Open Drain
- I/O Port Outputs Are 10mA or 20mA Constant-Current Static/PWM LED Drivers, or Open-Drain Logic Outputs
- I/O Ports Support Hot Insertion
- Individual 8-Bit PWM Intensity Control for Each LED
- Any Output May Use or Not Use PWM Control
- Exit Shutdown (Warm Start) with Simple Active-Low CS Pulse
- Auto Ramp-Down into Shutdown
- Auto Ramp-Up Out from Shutdown
- 0.8µA (typ), 2µA (max) Shutdown Current
- Tiny 3mm x 3mm, 0.8mm High Thin QFN Package
- -40°C to +125°C Temperature Range
MAX16610ADPEVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16610 and MAX16610A
The MAX16610/MAX16610A evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested boards that prov...
- High-Density Optimized Design
- 3x3 Low RDSON Power MOS
- 12-Layer Layout
- Hot Swap and Bias Power Supply Already Implemented
- Highly Efficient Solution
- Low-Profile Inductors Optimized for STC Resonant Application
- No Transformers Required
- Resonant ZCS (Zero-Current Switching) with Adaptative Algorithm
- Cost-Effective Solution
- Low-ESR, Low-Cost Capacitors (No Low-Value, Low-Tolerance U2J Ceramic Capacitors have been used)
- Integrated Gate Driving
- Integrated Floating Power Supply for All 10 Power FETs
- No Heat Sink is Required (Air Flow Only for Higher TDP)
- Protection Features
- Input Peak Overcurrent Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection with SOAR Mitigation
- Input Overvoltage Protection
- Bias and Gate Driving Undervoltage Lockout
- Fault Flag Open Collector Signal Pin
- Power-Good Signal
- High-Current Output Connector Compatible with Maxim Second Stage Solution EV Kit
- Output Adapter Board Available for a Stand-Alone Test Bench Use
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX16610AW5EVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16610 and MAX16610A
The MAX16610/MAX16610A evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested boards that prov...
- High-Density Optimized Design
- 3x3 Low RDSON Power MOS
- 12-Layer Layout
- Hot Swap and Bias Power Supply Already Implemented
- Highly Efficient Solution
- Low-Profile Inductors Optimized for STC Resonant Application
- No Transformers Required
- Resonant ZCS (Zero-Current Switching) with Adaptative Algorithm
- Cost-Effective Solution
- Low-ESR, Low-Cost Capacitors (No Low-Value, Low-Tolerance U2J Ceramic Capacitors have been used)
- Integrated Gate Driving
- Integrated Floating Power Supply for All 10 Power FETs
- No Heat Sink is Required (Air Flow Only for Higher TDP)
- Protection Features
- Input Peak Overcurrent Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection with SOAR Mitigation
- Input Overvoltage Protection
- Bias and Gate Driving Undervoltage Lockout
- Fault Flag Open Collector Signal Pin
- Power-Good Signal
- High-Current Output Connector Compatible with Maxim Second Stage Solution EV Kit
- Output Adapter Board Available for a Stand-Alone Test Bench Use
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX16610-W5EVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16610 and MAX16610A
The MAX16610/MAX16610A evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested boards that prov...
- High-Density Optimized Design
- 3x3 Low RDSON Power MOS
- 12-Layer Layout
- Hot Swap and Bias Power Supply Already Implemented
- Highly Efficient Solution
- Low-Profile Inductors Optimized for STC Resonant Application
- No Transformers Required
- Resonant ZCS (Zero-Current Switching) with Adaptative Algorithm
- Cost-Effective Solution
- Low-ESR, Low-Cost Capacitors (No Low-Value, Low-Tolerance U2J Ceramic Capacitors have been used)
- Integrated Gate Driving
- Integrated Floating Power Supply for All 10 Power FETs
- No Heat Sink is Required (Air Flow Only for Higher TDP)
- Protection Features
- Input Peak Overcurrent Protection
- Output Overvoltage Protection with SOAR Mitigation
- Input Overvoltage Protection
- Bias and Gate Driving Undervoltage Lockout
- Fault Flag Open Collector Signal Pin
- Power-Good Signal
- High-Current Output Connector Compatible with Maxim Second Stage Solution EV Kit
- Output Adapter Board Available for a Stand-Alone Test Bench Use
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX16610 Switched Tank Converter (STC) Controller with Integrated Drivers
The MAX16610/MAX16610A ICs are highly integrated, scalable, controllers for a switched tank conv...
- High Density and Simplified Design
- Integrated Drivers for 10 FETs
- Integrated Floating Domains Generation
- Efficiency Optimization Regardless of Component Variation
- Adaptive On-Time Algorithm Ensures ZCS
- Support for Wide Range of Baseline Resonant Frequencies
- Higher Reliability
- Adaptive Algorithm Enforces a Minimum Off Time
- Prevents Component Over-Stress and Excessive Peak Currents
- Protection Features
- Input Overcurrent Protection (Latching)
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Soar Mitigation and OVP
- Bias-Supply Undervoltage Protection
- Component Failure Protection
- Fault/Output Voltage Indicators
- Critical Fault-Flag Output Pin
- Power Good Indicator
MAX16610A Switched Tank Converter (STC) Controller with Integrated Drivers
The MAX16610/MAX16610A ICs are highly integrated, scalable, controllers for a switched tank conv...
- High Density and Simplified Design
- Integrated Drivers for 10 FETs
- Integrated Floating Domains Generation
- Efficiency Optimization Regardless of Component Variation
- Adaptive On-Time Algorithm Ensures ZCS
- Support for Wide Range of Baseline Resonant Frequencies
- Higher Reliability
- Adaptive Algorithm Enforces a Minimum Off Time
- Prevents Component Over-Stress and Excessive Peak Currents
- Protection Features
- Input Overcurrent Protection (Latching)
- Output Overvoltage Protection
- Soar Mitigation and OVP
- Bias-Supply Undervoltage Protection
- Component Failure Protection
- Fault/Output Voltage Indicators
- Critical Fault-Flag Output Pin
- Power Good Indicator
MAX3100 SPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible UART in QSOP-16
The MAX3100 universal asynchronous receiver transmitter (UART) is the first UART specifically op...
- Small TQFN and QSOP Packages Available
- Full-Featured UART:
- IrDA SIR Timing Compatible
- 8-Word FIFO Minimizes Processor Overhead at High Data Rates
- Up to 230k Baud with a 3.6864MHz Crystal
- 9-Bit Address-Recognition Interrupt
- Receive Activity Interrupt in Shutdown
- SPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible µC Interface
- Lowest Power:
- 150µA Operating Current at 3.3V
- 10µA in Shutdown with Receive Interrupt
- +2.7V to +5.5V Supply Voltage in Operating Mode
- Schmitt-Trigger Inputs for Opto-Couplers
- TX and RTS Outputs Sink 25mA for Opto-Couplers
MAX16602CL8EVKIT Evaluation Kit for the MAX16602 and MAX20790
The MAX16602CL8 evaluation kit (EV kit) is a fully assembled and tested surface-mount circuit bo...
- High Power Density and Efficiency
- Monolithic, Smart Power-Stage Support: MAX20790
- Small Power-Stage Footprint: ~24mm2
- Top-Tier Efficiency (95.6% Peak Efficiency at 1.8VOUT)
- Integrated Input Power Monitor
- Telemetry Through PMBus
- Digitally Programmable Configuration
- Input Voltage, Current, and Power Monitoring
- Power-Stage Temperature Monitoring and Reporting
- Advanced Power Management
- Autonomous Phase-Shedding
- Orthogonal Current Rebalance for Phase-Current Balance During Transients
- Low Quiescent Current—Improves Light-Load and Standby Efficiency
- Protection Features
- Controller Input and Bias Supply Undervoltage Protection
- Power-Stage Supply and Boost UVLO Protection
- Power-Stage Boost Refresh
- Power-Stage VX Short and Overtemperature Shutdown
- Fast Overcurrent Protection
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
MAX3109 Dual Serial UART with 128-Word FIFOs
The MAX3109 advanced dual universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (UART) has 128 words of re...
- Bridges an SPI/MICROWIRE or I2C Microprocessor Bus to an Asynchronous Interface Such as RS-485, RS-232, or IrDASM
- SIR- and MIR-Compliant IrDA Encoder/Decoder
- Line Noise Indication Ensures Data Link Integrity
- Deep, 128-Word Buffer and Automated Control Features Help Offload Activity on the Microcontroller
- Automatic Active-Low RTS_ and Active-Low CTS_ Flow Control
- Automatic XON/XOFF Software Flow Control
- 9-Bit Multidrop-Mode Data Filtering
- Special Character Detection
- GPIO-Based Character Detection
- Two Timers Routed to GPIOs
- 8 Flexible GPIOs with 20mA Drive Capability
- Saves Board Space
- TQFN (5mm x 5mm) Package
- Dual UART in a Single Package
- Fast Data Rates Allow Maximum System Flexibility Across Interface Standards
- 24Mbps (max) Data Rate
- High-Resolution Programmable Baud-Rate
- SPI Up to 26MHz Clock Rate
- Fast Mode Plus I2C Up to 1MHz
- Integrated PLL and Divider
- Power Management Control Features Minimize Power Consumption for Portable Applications
- 1.71V to 3.6V Supply Range
- Shutdown and Autosleep Modes
- 1µA Shutdown Current
- Logic-Level Translation on the Controller and Transceiver Interfaces Ensure System Compatibility
- Register Compatible with MAX3107, MAX3108, and MAX148301
MAX6967 10-Port Constant-Current LED Drivers and I/O Expanders with PWM Intensity Control
The MAX6966/MAX6967 serial-interfaced peripherals provide microprocessors with 10 I/O ports rate...
- High-Speed 26MHz SPI-/QSPI-/MICROWIRE-Compatible Serial Interface
- 2.25V to 3.6V Operation
- I/O Ports Default to High-Z (LEDs Off) on Power-Up
- I/O Port Inputs Are Overvoltage Protected to 7V
- I/O Port Outputs Are 7V-Rated Open Drain
- I/O Port Outputs Are 10mA or 20mA Constant-Current Static/PWM LED Drivers, or Open-Drain Logic Outputs
- I/O Ports Support Hot Insertion
- Individual 8-Bit PWM Intensity Control for Each LED
- Any Output May Use or Not Use PWM Control
- Exit Shutdown (Warm Start) with Simple Active-Low CS Pulse
- Auto Ramp-Down into Shutdown
- Auto Ramp-Up Out from Shutdown
- 0.8µA (typ), 2µA (max) Shutdown Current
- Tiny 3mm x 3mm, 0.8mm High Thin QFN Package
- -40°C to +125°C Temperature Range
MAX6966 10-Port Constant-Current LED Drivers and I/O Expanders with PWM Intensity Control
The MAX6966/MAX6967 serial-interfaced peripherals provide microprocessors with 10 I/O ports rate...
- High-Speed 26MHz SPI-/QSPI-/MICROWIRE-Compatible Serial Interface
- 2.25V to 3.6V Operation
- I/O Ports Default to High-Z (LEDs Off) on Power-Up
- I/O Port Inputs Are Overvoltage Protected to 7V
- I/O Port Outputs Are 7V-Rated Open Drain
- I/O Port Outputs Are 10mA or 20mA Constant-Current Static/PWM LED Drivers, or Open-Drain Logic Outputs
- I/O Ports Support Hot Insertion
- Individual 8-Bit PWM Intensity Control for Each LED
- Any Output May Use or Not Use PWM Control
- Exit Shutdown (Warm Start) with Simple Active-Low CS Pulse
- Auto Ramp-Down into Shutdown
- Auto Ramp-Up Out from Shutdown
- 0.8µA (typ), 2µA (max) Shutdown Current
- Tiny 3mm x 3mm, 0.8mm High Thin QFN Package
- -40°C to +125°C Temperature Range
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