MAX8507ETE+ - English Editing Encyclopedia Entry

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: Power Management IC

Characteristics: - High-efficiency, step-down DC-DC converter - Low quiescent current - Wide input voltage range - Adjustable output voltage - Overcurrent and thermal protection - Small form factor

Package: 16-pin TQFN (Thin Quad Flat No-Lead) package

Essence: The MAX8507ETE+ is a power management IC designed to efficiently convert high input voltages to lower output voltages for various applications.

Packaging/Quantity: The MAX8507ETE+ is typically sold in reels of 2500 units.

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 28V
• Output Voltage Range: 0.8V to VIN
• Maximum Output Current: 1.5A
• Quiescent Current: 25µA (typical)
• Switching Frequency: 1.2MHz (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX8507ETE+ has the following pin configuration:

1. EN (Enable)
2. FB (Feedback)
3. GND (Ground)
4. LX (Switch Node)
5. SW (Switch Node)
6. PG (Power Good)
7. VOUT (Output Voltage)
8. VOUT (Output Voltage)
9. VOUT (Output Voltage)
10. VOUT (Output Voltage)
11. VOUT (Output Voltage)
12. VOUT (Output Voltage)
13. VOUT (Output Voltage)
14. VOUT (Output Voltage)
15. VIN (Input Voltage)
16. VIN (Input Voltage)

Functional Features

• High efficiency conversion of input voltage to output voltage
• Adjustable output voltage for flexibility in various applications
• Overcurrent protection safeguards the IC and connected devices
• Thermal protection prevents overheating of the IC
• Power Good (PG) signal indicates stable output voltage

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency leads to reduced power consumption - Wide input voltage range allows compatibility with different power sources - Small form factor enables space-saving designs - Overcurrent and thermal protection enhance reliability

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current may not be suitable for high-power applications - Lack of detailed pin descriptions in the package documentation

Working Principles

The MAX8507ETE+ operates as a step-down DC-DC converter. It uses a switching regulator to efficiently convert the higher input voltage to a lower output voltage. The EN pin controls the enable/disable state of the IC, while the FB pin provides feedback to regulate the output voltage. The LX and SW pins are connected to the internal switch node, enabling efficient power conversion.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX8507ETE+ is commonly used in the following applications:

1. Battery-powered devices requiring efficient power management
2. Portable electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and portable media players
3. Industrial equipment and automation systems
4. Automotive electronics, including infotainment systems and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
5. Networking and telecommunications equipment

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX8506ETE+: Similar to MAX8507ETE+, but with a fixed output voltage of 3.3V.
2. MAX8508ETE+: Higher maximum output current of 2A, suitable for more demanding applications.
3. MAX8509ETE+: Dual-output version of the MAX8507ETE+, providing two independent regulated outputs.

These alternative models offer similar functionality with slight variations in specifications to cater to different application requirements.

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