MAX5052BEUA-T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High Efficiency, Low Quiescent Current
• Package: 8-pin µMAX®
• Essence: Voltage Regulator
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 28V
• Output Voltage Range: 1.25V to 26V
• Maximum Output Current: 500mA
• Quiescent Current: 40µA
• Dropout Voltage: 300mV at 500mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The MAX5052BEUA-T has the following pin configuration:

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| | --| Vout | --| Vin | --| GND | --| FB | --| EN | --| SS/TR | --| COMP | |___________| ```

Functional Features

• High efficiency voltage regulation
• Low quiescent current for power-saving applications
• Soft-start and tracking capability
• Overcurrent and thermal protection
• Adjustable output voltage through feedback (FB) pin
• Enable (EN) pin for easy on/off control
• Stable operation with ceramic capacitors

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency leads to reduced power consumption - Wide input and output voltage range for versatile applications - Small package size allows for space-saving designs - Soft-start feature prevents inrush current during startup - Thermal and overcurrent protection ensures device safety

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current of 500mA - Dropout voltage of 300mV may affect performance in low voltage scenarios

Working Principles

The MAX5052BEUA-T is a voltage regulator IC that converts an input voltage within the range of 4.5V to 28V to a regulated output voltage between 1.25V and 26V. It achieves high efficiency by utilizing a synchronous buck topology. The device operates in continuous conduction mode, ensuring smooth regulation even under varying load conditions.

The feedback (FB) pin allows for adjustable output voltage, enabling customization based on specific application requirements. The enable (EN) pin provides easy control over the device's on/off state. Soft-start functionality ensures a gradual increase in output voltage during startup, preventing excessive inrush current.

The MAX5052BEUA-T incorporates various protection features such as overcurrent and thermal shutdown, safeguarding the device from potential damage. It also offers stable operation with ceramic capacitors, reducing cost and board space requirements.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX5052BEUA-T finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Industrial Automation: Power supply for control systems, motor drives, and sensors.
2. Automotive Electronics: Voltage regulation for infotainment systems, lighting modules, and engine control units.
3. Consumer Electronics: Power management for portable devices, audio/video equipment, and gaming consoles.
4. Telecommunications: Voltage regulation in network equipment, base stations, and communication devices.
5. Renewable Energy: Power conversion in solar panels, wind turbines, and energy storage systems.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX5051BEUA-T: Similar specifications and features, but with a lower maximum output current of 300mA.
2. MAX5053BEUA-T: Higher maximum output current of 800mA, suitable for applications requiring higher power delivery.
3. MAX5054BEUA-T: Enhanced thermal performance and extended operating temperature range (-40°C to +125°C).

These alternative models offer flexibility in choosing the most suitable voltage regulator based on specific application requirements.

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