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MAX3948

11.3Gbps, Low-Power, DC-Coupled Laser Driver

168mW 40GBASE-LR4 Laser Driver Beats QSFP+ Spec

Overview

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Status

Active: In Production.

Description

The MAX3948 is a 3.3V, multirate, low-power laser diode driver designed for Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and SONET transmission systems at data rates up to 11.3Gbps. This device is optimized to drive a differential transmitter optical subassembly (TOSA) with a 25Ω flex circuit. The unique design of the output stage enables DC-coupling to unmatched TOSAs, thereby lowering transmitter power consumption by more than 100mW.

The MAX3948 receives differential AC-coupled signals with on-chip termination. It can deliver laser modulation currents of up to 85mA at an edge speed of 26ps (20% to 80%) into a 5Ω external differential load. The device is designed to have a high-bandwidth differential signal path with on-chip back termination resistors integrated into its outputs. An input equalization block can be activated to compensate for SFP+/QSFP+ host connector losses. The integrated DC circuit provides programmable laser DC currents up to 61mA. Both the laser DC current generator and the laser modulator can be disabled from a single pin.

The device offers one dedicated pin (VSEL) to program up to four channel addresses for multichannel applications.

The use of a 3-wire digital interface reduces the pin count while permitting adjustment of input equalization, polarity, output deemphasis, and modulation and DC currents without the need for external components. The MAX3948 is available in a 3mm × 3mm, 16-pin TQFN package, and is specified for the -40°C to +95°C extended temperature range.

Data Sheet

Download	Rev 1	(PDF, 2.8MB)
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An evaluation kit is available: MAX3948EVKIT

Key Features

Lowest Power Consumption
- 168mW Typical IC Power Dissipation at 3.3V (LD_MOD = 40mA, LD_DC = 20mA)
- 383mW Total Transmitter Power Dissipation at 3.3V Including LD_MOD = 40mA, LD_DC = 20mA
- Enables < 1W Maximum Total SFP+ Module Power Dissipation
- Enables < 2.5W Maximum Total QSFP+ Module Power Dissipation
Saves Board Space
- Small 3mm × 3mm Package
- DC-Coupling to the Laser Reduces External Component Count
Flexibility
- Operate Up to Four MAX3948 ICs Over Single 3-Wire Digital Interface
- Programmable Modulation Current Up to 85mA (5Ω Load)
- Programmable DC Current Up to 61mA (Translates to Up to 100mA Laser Bias Current)
- Programmable Input Equalization and Output Deemphasis
Safety
- Supports SFF-8431 SFP+ MSA and SFF-8472 Digital Diagnostic
- Integrated Eye Safety Features with Maskable Faults
- DC Current Monitor

Applications/Uses

10GBASE-LR SFP+ Optical Transceivers
10GBASE-LRM SFP+ Optical Transceivers
40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ Optical Transceivers
OC192-SR SFP+ SDH/SONET Transceivers

Key Specifications:

Laser Drivers

Part Number

Target Oper. Range
(Gbps)

Data Rate
(Mbps)

V_SUPPLY
(V)

I_CC
(mA)

I_MOD
(mA)

I_BIAS
(mA)

EV Kit

min

max

typ

max

MAX3948

5 to >10

1000

11300

3.3

100

Yes

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Pricing Notes:

This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.

Reliability Reports

Reliability Report:	MAX3948.pdf
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Software/Models

MAX3948 IBIS Model

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Temperature:

Tape and Reel

Sample

Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX3948ETE+			Active	TQFN;16 pin;9.6 mm² Package Details	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX3948ETE+T			Active	TQFN;16 pin;9.6 mm² Package Details	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis

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Evaluation Kits

MAX3948EVKIT

Evaluation Kit for the MAX3948

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