MAX8636ETA+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High Efficiency, Low Power Consumption
• Package: 8-Pin TDFN (Thin Dual Flat No-Lead) Package
• Essence: Voltage Regulator
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 28V
• Output Voltage Range: 0.8V to 5.5V
• Maximum Output Current: 3A
• Switching Frequency: 1MHz
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX8636ETA+T has the following pin configuration:

1. VIN: Input Voltage Pin
2. GND: Ground Pin
3. FB: Feedback Pin
4. EN: Enable Pin
5. SS/TR: Soft-Start/Tracking Pin
6. LX: Switch Node Pin
7. PGND: Power Ground Pin
8. VOUT: Output Voltage Pin

Functional Features

• High Efficiency: The MAX8636ETA+T offers high efficiency power conversion, minimizing energy loss.
• Low Power Consumption: It consumes low power during operation, reducing overall power consumption.
• Wide Input Voltage Range: It can accept input voltages ranging from 4.5V to 28V, providing flexibility in various applications.
• Adjustable Output Voltage: The output voltage can be adjusted from 0.8V to 5.5V, catering to different requirements.
• Overcurrent Protection: It incorporates overcurrent protection to safeguard the circuit from excessive current flow.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency leads to reduced power wastage. - Wide input voltage range allows for versatile usage. - Adjustable output voltage meets diverse application needs. - Overcurrent protection ensures circuit safety.

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current of 3A may not be suitable for high-power applications. - The 8-pin package may limit the number of available I/O pins for other components.

Working Principles

The MAX8636ETA+T is a voltage regulator that utilizes a switching converter topology. It converts the input voltage to a regulated output voltage by rapidly switching an internal power transistor. This switching action allows for efficient power conversion with minimal energy loss. The feedback pin (FB) monitors the output voltage and adjusts the duty cycle of the internal switch to maintain a stable output voltage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX8636ETA+T finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Consumer Electronics: Power management for portable devices, such as smartphones and tablets.
2. Industrial Automation: Voltage regulation for control systems and sensors.
3. Automotive: Power supply for infotainment systems and lighting modules.
4. Telecommunications: Power management for networking equipment and communication devices.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX8635ETA+T: Similar specifications and features, but with a lower maximum output current of 2A.
2. MAX8637ETA+T: Higher maximum output current of 4A, suitable for more demanding applications.
3. MAX8638ETA+T: Enhanced efficiency and wider input voltage range compared to MAX8636ETA+T.

These alternative models offer different trade-offs in terms of output current, efficiency, and input voltage range, allowing users to choose the most suitable option for their specific requirements.

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