MAX8794ETB/V+T

Product Overview

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

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage Range: 0.6V to 3.3V
• Maximum Output Current: 1A
• Quiescent Current: 25µA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX8794ETB/V+T has a total of 12 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VIN: Input Voltage
2. GND: Ground
3. EN: Enable Pin
4. FB: Feedback Pin
5. SS/TRK: Soft-Start/Tracking Pin
6. PG: Power Good Indicator
7. LX: Switching Node
8. BST: Boost Capacitor Connection
9. AGND: Analog Ground
10. VOUT: Output Voltage
11. COMP: Compensation Pin
12. SS/TRK: Soft-Start/Tracking Pin

Functional Features

• High Efficiency: The MAX8794ETB/V+T offers high efficiency power conversion, minimizing energy loss.
• Low Power Consumption: With a quiescent current of only 25µA, the device ensures minimal power consumption during standby or idle modes.
• Power Good Indicator: The PG pin provides an indication of the output voltage status, ensuring reliable power delivery.
• Soft-Start/Tracking: The SS/TRK pin allows for controlled startup and tracking of the output voltage, preventing voltage spikes and ensuring stability.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency power conversion - Low power consumption during standby - Power good indicator for reliable power delivery - Soft-start/tracking feature for stable voltage output

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current (1A)

Working Principles

The MAX8794ETB/V+T is a voltage regulator IC that converts the input voltage to a regulated output voltage. It utilizes a switching regulator topology to achieve high efficiency power conversion. The device operates by controlling the duty cycle of an internal switch, which regulates the output voltage based on the feedback received from the FB pin. The soft-start and tracking features ensure controlled startup and stable voltage output.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX8794ETB/V+T is commonly used in various applications requiring power management. Some potential application fields include:

1. Portable Electronic Devices: The low power consumption and high efficiency make it suitable for battery-powered devices such as smartphones, tablets, and portable media players.
2. IoT Devices: With its compact package and wide input voltage range, the IC can be utilized in IoT devices that require efficient power management.
3. Industrial Automation: The voltage regulator can be employed in industrial automation systems to provide stable power supply for control circuits and sensors.
4. Automotive Electronics: The device's operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) makes it suitable for automotive applications, including infotainment systems and advanced driver-assistance systems.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX8795ETB/V+T: Similar to MAX8794ETB/V+T, but with a higher maximum output current of 2A.
2. MAX8796ETB/V+T: A voltage regulator IC with similar specifications, but featuring an adjustable output voltage range.
3. MAX8797ETB/V+T: Offers multiple output channels, making it suitable for applications requiring multiple voltage rails.

(Note: The above alternative models are provided as examples and may not represent an exhaustive list of alternatives.)

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