MAX1084ACSA

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Regulator
• Characteristics:
  • High precision
  • Low dropout voltage
  • Adjustable output voltage
  • Current limiting and thermal shutdown protection
• Package: Small Outline IC (SOIC)
• Essence: Provides regulated output voltage for various electronic devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.5V to 16V
• Output Voltage Range: 1.25V to 15V
• Dropout Voltage: 0.45V at 1A load current
• Output Current: Up to 5A
• Line Regulation: ±0.015% typical
• Load Regulation: ±0.1% typical
• Quiescent Current: 10mA typical
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX1084ACSA has the following pin configuration:

1. GND: Ground connection
2. IN: Input voltage supply
3. ADJ: Adjusts the output voltage
4. OUT: Regulated output voltage

Functional Features

• High precision voltage regulation
• Low dropout voltage ensures efficient power conversion
• Adjustable output voltage allows flexibility in design
• Current limiting protects against excessive current flow
• Thermal shutdown protection prevents overheating

Advantages

• High accuracy in regulating output voltage
• Low dropout voltage minimizes power dissipation
• Wide input voltage range enhances versatility
• Robust current limiting and thermal shutdown protection ensure device safety

Disadvantages

• Relatively high quiescent current compared to some alternatives
• Limited output current capacity compared to higher-rated regulators

Working Principles

The MAX1084ACSA is a linear voltage regulator that uses a feedback mechanism to maintain a stable output voltage. It compares the output voltage with a reference voltage and adjusts the pass transistor accordingly. This ensures that the output voltage remains constant, even with varying input voltage or load conditions.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX1084ACSA is commonly used in various electronic devices that require a regulated power supply. Some typical applications include:

1. Battery-powered devices: Portable electronics, such as smartphones and tablets, benefit from the low dropout voltage and adjustable output voltage of the MAX1084ACSA.
2. Industrial equipment: The high precision and current limiting features make it suitable for use in control systems and instrumentation.
3. Automotive electronics: The wide input voltage range and thermal shutdown protection make it ideal for automotive applications where voltage fluctuations and temperature variations are common.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. LM317: A popular linear voltage regulator with adjustable output voltage and similar characteristics to the MAX1084ACSA.
2. LT1084: Another high-precision linear voltage regulator with adjustable output voltage and higher output current capacity.
3. LM1117: A low dropout voltage regulator with fixed output voltage options, suitable for applications with lower power requirements.

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be considered based on specific design requirements.

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