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MAX3601

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Laser Driver for Projectors

Highly Integrated, 250MHz, Triple-Channel, 1.2A RGB Laser Driver

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Product Details

Key Features

Simplified Block Diagram

Technical Docs

Data Sheet Laser Driver for Projectors Mar 31, 2015
App Note Optimized Design for MEMS-Based Automotive Laser Pico Projectors

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Key Features

  • Integrates Three Current-Output Laser Drivers
    • Compatible with Most Red, Blue, and Green Lasers
    • 8-Bit Video DACs, DC to 167MHz Operation
    • Patented Pulsing Feature Reduces Laser Speckling
    • 1ns Output Switching Time
    • Pulse Switching Speed Enhancer
  • Minimizes PCB Area With Functional Integration
    • SPI or I²C Serial Port Control
    • 1.8V to 3.3V Operation
    • 8-Bit Gain Adjustment
    • Programmable Pulse Current
    • 42-Bump WLP (3.0mm x 3.5mm) and 40-Pin TQFN (5mm x 5mm) Packages
    • Integrated Temperature Sensor
  • Low Power Requirements
    • < 80mW for Black Video Images
    • Output Disable Using Video Marker
    • Output Voltage Sensor
  • Laser Enable Function Supports Safety Compliance

Applications/Uses

  • High-Current LED or Laser Pulse Generator
  • Laser Light Source for LCOS Projectors
  • RGB Pico Laser Projector

Description

The MAX3601 laser driver for pico projectors supports video imaging with red, blue, and green lasers. Each output includes two 8-bit digital-to-analog converters (DAC) with programmable gain and up to 400mA driving capability per channel. DAC A has a full-scale current up to 320mA while DAC B has full-scale current up to 80mA. All three channels can be combined into a single channel with up to 1.2A drive capability.

Maxim’s patented technology allows pulsed current to operate lasers efficiently while reducing speckle. This feature operates from the video data clock. The driver is available in a 3.0mm x 3.5mm, 42-bump wafer-level Package for commercial applications, and a 5mm x 5mm, 40-pin TQFN package for industrial and automotive applications.

Simplified Block Diagram

MAX3601: Simplified Functional Diagram MAX3601: Simplified Functional Diagram Zoom icon

Technical Docs

Data Sheet Laser Driver for Projectors Mar 31, 2015
App Note Optimized Design for MEMS-Based Automotive Laser Pico Projectors

Support & Training

Search our knowledge base for answers to your technical questions.

Filtered Search

Our dedicated team of Applications Engineers are also available to answer your technical questions. Visit our support portal .

Sampling:
Selecting the Sample button above will redirect to the third-party ADI Sample Site. The part selected will carry over to your cart on this site once logged in. Please create a new account there if you have never used the site before. Contact SampleSupport@analog.com with any questions regarding this Sample Site.