MAX8860EUA18+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Regulator
• Characteristics: Low Dropout, Low Quiescent Current
• Package: SOT-23-8
• Essence: Power Management IC
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 3000 pieces per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.5V to 6.5V
• Output Voltage: 1.8V
• Maximum Output Current: 150mA
• Dropout Voltage: 120mV at 100mA
• Quiescent Current: 40µA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX8860EUA18+T has a total of 8 pins arranged as follows:

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| | --| VOUT GND|-- Pin 1 --| VIN SHDN|-- Pin 2 --| FB EN |-- Pin 3 --| NC NC |-- Pin 4 |___________| ```

Functional Features

• Low dropout voltage ensures efficient power conversion.
• Low quiescent current minimizes power consumption during standby.
• Shutdown mode for further power savings.
• Stable output voltage with minimal fluctuations.
• Overcurrent and thermal protection for enhanced reliability.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Compact SOT-23-8 package allows for space-saving designs. - Wide input voltage range enables versatile applications. - Low dropout voltage ensures efficient power conversion. - Low quiescent current minimizes power consumption during standby. - Shutdown mode for further power savings. - Overcurrent and thermal protection enhance reliability.

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current of 150mA may not be suitable for high-power applications. - Only available in tape and reel packaging, which may not be convenient for small-scale projects.

Working Principles

The MAX8860EUA18+T is a low dropout linear voltage regulator. It regulates the input voltage to a stable 1.8V output voltage with minimal dropout voltage. The device operates by comparing the feedback voltage (FB) with a reference voltage, adjusting the pass transistor accordingly to maintain the desired output voltage. The enable (EN) and shutdown (SHDN) pins control the device's operation, allowing for power savings during standby.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX8860EUA18+T is commonly used in various battery-powered applications, such as portable devices, wireless communication systems, and handheld instruments. Its low dropout voltage and low quiescent current make it suitable for power-sensitive designs. Additionally, its compact package allows for space-constrained applications.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• MAX8860EUA25+T: Output voltage of 2.5V
• MAX8860EUA33+T: Output voltage of 3.3V
• MAX8860EUA50+T: Output voltage of 5.0V
• MAX8860EUA12+T: Output voltage of 1.2V

These alternative models provide different output voltage options while maintaining similar characteristics and features to the MAX8860EUA18+T.

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