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MAX34460
PMBus 12-Channel Voltage Monitor and Sequencer
Provides Unparalleled Sequencing, Monitoring, and "Black Box" Fault Logging of Up to 12 POL Power Supplies
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The MAX34460 is a system monitor that is capable of managing up to 12 power supplies. The power-supply manager monitors the power-supply output voltages and constantly checks for user-programmable overvoltage and undervoltage thresholds. If a fault is detected, the device automatically shuts down the system in an orderly fashion. The device can sequence the supplies in any order at both power-up and power-down. With the addition of external current DACs, the device has the ability to close-loop margin the power-supply output voltages up or down to a user-programmable level. The device contains an internal temperature sensor and can support up to four external remote temperature sensors. Once configured, the device can operate autonomously without any host intervention.
Key Features
- 12 Channels of Power-Supply Management
- Power-Supply Voltage Measurement and Monitoring
- Fast Minimum/Maximum Threshold Excursion Detection
- Remote Ground Sensing Improves Measurement Accuracy
- Automatic Closed-Loop Margining
- Programmable Up and Down Time-Based or Event-Based Sequencing
- Supports Dual-Sequencing Groups
- Supports Up to Five Temperature Sensors (One Internal/Four Remote)
- Fault Detection on All Temperature Sensors
- Programmable Alarm Outputs
- Reports Peak and Average Levels for a Number of Parameters
- Watchdog Timer Function
- PMBus™-Compliant Command Interface
- I²C/SMBus-Compatible Serial Bus with Bus Timeout Function
- On-Board Nonvolatile Black Box Fault Logging and Default Configuration Setting
- Expandable Channel Operation with Parallel Devices
- Up to 20 GPOs
- No External Clocking Required
- 3.0V to 3.6V Supply Voltage
Applications/Uses
- Base Stations
- Network Switches/Routers
- Servers
- Smart Grid Network Systems
Parametric specs for Power Supply Sequencers and Voltage Trackers
| # Input Channels | 12 |
| Interface | I2C/SMBus PMBus™ |
| Option | Monitor Sequence |
| VIN (V) (max) | 3.3 |
| Oper. Temp. (°C) | -40 to +85 |
| Package/Pins | TQFN/48 |
| Budgetary Price (See Notes) | $4.11 @1k |
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Technical Docs
| Data Sheet | PMBus 12-Channel Voltage Monitor and Sequencer | Nov 20, 2013 | |
| App Note | Level Shifting to Control Power MOSFETs |
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How to Debug PMBus and SMBus Issues - Part 1: CommunicationDescription
The MAX34460 evaluation kit (EV kit) provides the hardware and software graphical user interface (GUI) necessary to evaluate the MAX34460 PMBus™ 12-channel voltage monitor and sequencer. The EV kit includes a MAX34460ETM+ installed, as well as four power supplies that can be sequenced, monitored, and margined by the IC.
View DetailsFeatures
- Easy Evaluation of the MAX34460
- Four Power-Supply Channels
- EV Kit Hardware is USB Powered (USB Cable Included)
- USB HID Interface
- Windows XP®- and Windows® 7-Compatible Software
- RoHS Compliant
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
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Parameters
Parametric specs for Power Supply Sequencers and Voltage Trackers
| # Input Channels | 12 |
| Interface | I2C/SMBus PMBus™ |
| Option | Monitor Sequence |
| VIN (V) (max) | 3.3 |
| Oper. Temp. (°C) | -40 to +85 |
| Package/Pins | TQFN/48 |
| Budgetary Price (See Notes) | $4.11 @1k |
Key Features
- 12 Channels of Power-Supply Management
- Power-Supply Voltage Measurement and Monitoring
- Fast Minimum/Maximum Threshold Excursion Detection
- Remote Ground Sensing Improves Measurement Accuracy
- Automatic Closed-Loop Margining
- Programmable Up and Down Time-Based or Event-Based Sequencing
- Supports Dual-Sequencing Groups
- Supports Up to Five Temperature Sensors (One Internal/Four Remote)
- Fault Detection on All Temperature Sensors
- Programmable Alarm Outputs
- Reports Peak and Average Levels for a Number of Parameters
- Watchdog Timer Function
- PMBus™-Compliant Command Interface
- I²C/SMBus-Compatible Serial Bus with Bus Timeout Function
- On-Board Nonvolatile Black Box Fault Logging and Default Configuration Setting
- Expandable Channel Operation with Parallel Devices
- Up to 20 GPOs
- No External Clocking Required
- 3.0V to 3.6V Supply Voltage
Applications/Uses
- Base Stations
- Network Switches/Routers
- Servers
- Smart Grid Network Systems
Description
The MAX34460 is a system monitor that is capable of managing up to 12 power supplies. The power-supply manager monitors the power-supply output voltages and constantly checks for user-programmable overvoltage and undervoltage thresholds. If a fault is detected, the device automatically shuts down the system in an orderly fashion. The device can sequence the supplies in any order at both power-up and power-down. With the addition of external current DACs, the device has the ability to close-loop margin the power-supply output voltages up or down to a user-programmable level. The device contains an internal temperature sensor and can support up to four external remote temperature sensors. Once configured, the device can operate autonomously without any host intervention.
Technical Docs
| Data Sheet | PMBus 12-Channel Voltage Monitor and Sequencer | Nov 20, 2013 | |
| App Note | Level Shifting to Control Power MOSFETs |
Support & Training
Search our knowledge base for answers to your technical questions.
Filtered SearchOur dedicated team of Applications Engineers are also available to answer your technical questions. Visit our support portal.
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