MAX1742EEE

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High-Efficiency Step-Down DC-DC Converter
• Package: 16-Pin QSOP (Quarter Small Outline Package)
• Essence: Efficient power conversion for various applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 28V
• Output Voltage Range: 0.8V to 90% of VIN
• Maximum Output Current: 1A
• Switching Frequency: 500kHz
• Efficiency: Up to 95%
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The MAX1742EEE has a 16-pin QSOP package with the following pin configuration:

1. GND (Ground)
2. SW (Switch Node)
3. FB (Feedback)
4. EN (Enable)
5. SS/TRK (Soft-Start/Tracking)
6. VCC (Supply Voltage)
7. PGND (Power Ground)
8. LX (Inductor Connection)
9. LX (Inductor Connection)
10. LX (Inductor Connection)
11. LX (Inductor Connection)
12. LX (Inductor Connection)
13. LX (Inductor Connection)
14. LX (Inductor Connection)
15. LX (Inductor Connection)
16. LX (Inductor Connection)

Functional Features

• High-efficiency step-down DC-DC converter
• Wide input voltage range for versatile applications
• Adjustable output voltage for flexibility
• Internal synchronous rectification for improved efficiency
• Soft-start and tracking functions for controlled startup
• Overcurrent and overtemperature protection for reliability
• Low shutdown current for power-saving operation

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High efficiency results in reduced power consumption
• Wide input voltage range allows for compatibility with various power sources
• Adjustable output voltage provides flexibility for different applications
• Internal synchronous rectification improves overall efficiency
• Soft-start and tracking functions ensure controlled startup
• Overcurrent and overtemperature protection enhance reliability
• Low shutdown current minimizes power wastage during standby

Disadvantages

• Limited maximum output current of 1A may not be sufficient for high-power applications
• Switching frequency of 500kHz may cause electromagnetic interference in sensitive systems

Working Principles

The MAX1742EEE is a high-efficiency step-down DC-DC converter that converts a higher input voltage to a lower output voltage. It utilizes a synchronous rectification technique to minimize power losses and improve overall efficiency. The device operates by controlling the duty cycle of an internal switch, which regulates the energy transfer from the input to the output.

During operation, the input voltage is stepped down to the desired output voltage using an inductor and a capacitor. The feedback pin (FB) monitors the output voltage and adjusts the duty cycle accordingly to maintain a stable output. The enable pin (EN) controls the converter's on/off state, while the soft-start/tracking pin (SS/TRK) ensures a gradual and controlled startup.

The MAX1742EEE also incorporates various protection features such as overcurrent and overtemperature protection, which safeguard the device and the connected circuitry from potential damage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX1742EEE is suitable for a wide range of applications that require efficient power conversion. Some potential application fields include:

1. Battery-powered devices: The high efficiency and wide input voltage range make it ideal for portable electronics, such as smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices.
2. Industrial equipment: The converter can be used in industrial automation systems, motor control circuits, and power supplies for reliable and efficient operation.
3. Automotive electronics: The device can be employed in automotive applications, including infotainment systems, lighting control, and power management modules.
4. Telecommunications: It can be utilized in telecom infrastructure equipment, such as base stations, routers, and switches, to ensure efficient power delivery.
5. IoT devices: The converter is suitable for Internet of Things (IoT) devices that require low-power operation and compact form factors.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX1743EEE: Similar to MAX1742EEE but with a higher maximum output current of 2A.
2. MAX1744EEE: Step-down DC-DC converter with adjustable output voltage and integrated power MOSFETs.
3. MAX1745EEE: Low-input voltage step-down DC-DC converter with high efficiency and small package size.
4. MAX1746EEE: High-efficiency synchronous step-down DC-DC converter with integrated power switches.
5. MAX1747EEE: Step-down DC-DC converter with adjustable output voltage and wide input voltage range.

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