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Our high-efficiency DC-DC switching regulator ICs generate less heat, consume less current and require less board space than other solutions, enabling more robust operation and longer battery life. Switching regulator circuits use a power switch, an inductor, and a diode to transfer energy from input to output. The basic components of the switching circuit can be rearranged to form a step-down (buck) converter, a step-up (boost) converter, or an inverter (flyback). Feedback and control circuitry can be added to regulate the energy transfer and maintain a constant output. Our wide selection of DC-DC converters offer high switching frequencies, very efficient internal switching elements, wide input voltage ranges, and built-in circuit protection to support a broad range of applications.

Step-Down (Buck)

Find Maxim’s Step-Down (Buck) Switching Regulators. Optimize your applications with Maxim Integr...
Internal Switch Synchronous Switching High Voltage Buck Controllers (external switch) Buck Modules (integrated inductor) EE-Sim Solution Finder
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Step-Up Switching Converters - Boost Switching Regulators

Step-Up switching regulators or boost switching regulators convert input voltages into higher ou...
Synchronous Switching High Voltage Boost Controllers (External Switch) Boost Converters (Integrated Switch) EE-Sim Solution Finder
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Step-Up or Step-Down (Buck-Boost)

Find Maxim's Buck Boost Converters and Switching Regulators that are ideal for use in your porta...
Synchronous Switching High Voltage Buck-Boost Controllers Buck-Boost Converter (integrated switch) Multiple Output EE-Sim Solution Finder
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Inverting

Switching regulators ICs convert input voltages into higher output voltages.
Inverting Controllers (external switch) Inverting Converter (integrated switch) Split Rail
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Digital Power

Maxim Integrated digital power products are highly efficient DC-regulators that provide extensiv...
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Power Modules

Maxim Integrated's Himalaya Power Modules integrate most of the components needed for a power su...
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MAX77801

The MAX77801 is a high-current, high-efficiency buck-boost targeted to mobile applications that use a Li-ion battery or similar chemistries. The MAX77...
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MAX77596

This small, synchronous buck converter with integrated switches can deliver up to 300mA with input voltages from 3.5V to 24V, while using only 1.1μA q...
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MAX77231

Compact boost with only 35µVRMS ripple and noise.
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MAX17242

Reliable Operation (42V Input Transient Protection), Long Battery Life (15µA IQ) and EN55022 EMI Performance.

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MAX20057 36V Boost Controller with Two Synchronous Buck Converters (3.5A/2A) for Automotive Applications

The MAX20057 is an automotive highly integrated triple-output PMIC. It includes two synchronous ...
  • Meets Stringent OEM Module Power Consumption and Performance Specifications
    • 10µA Supply Current with 5V Buck On
    • 8µA Supply Current with 3.3V Buck On
    • 30µA Supply Current with All Regulators On
  • Enables Crank-Ready Designs
    • Output Voltages in Regulation Through Cold CrankDown to 2V Battery Voltage
    • Wide Input-Supply Range from 3.5V to 36V
    • EMI Reduction Features Reduce Interference with Sensitive Radio Bands without Sacrificing Wide Input-Voltage Range
    • 20ns (typ) Minimum On-Time Guarantees Skip-Free Operation for 3.3V Output at 2.1MHz
    • Spread-Spectrum Option
    • Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Frequency Synchronization
  • Integration and Thermally Enhanced Packages Save Board Space and Cost
    • Two 2.1MHz Buck Converters with Asynchronous Boost Controller
    • Current-Mode Controller with Forced Fixed-Frequency and Skip Modes
    • Thermally Enhanced 5mm x 5mm, 28-Pin TQFN-EP Package
  • Protection Features Improve System Reliability
    • Supply Undervoltage Lockout
    • Overtemperature and Short-Circuit Protection
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MAX8969 Step-Up Converter for Handheld Applications

The MAX8969 is a simple 1A step-up converter in a small package that operates in any single-cell...
  • Flexible System Integration
    • Up to 1A Output Current
    • 2.5V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
    • 3.3V to 5.7V Output Voltage Options
  • Integrated Protection Increases System Robustness
    • Undervoltage Lockout (UVLO)
    • Short-Circuit Protection
    • Overtemperature Shutdown
  • High Efficiency and Low Quiescent Current Extends Battery Life
    • Over 90% Efficiency with Internal Synchronous Rectifier
    • 60µA IQ in Automatic Track Mode
    • 45µA IQ in Step-Up Mode
    • 30µA IQ in Track Mode
    • 1µA Shutdown Current
    • Skip Mode Under Light Load Condition Improves Efficiency
    • True Shutdown™ Prevents Current Flow from OUT_ to LX_
    • Soft-Start Limits Inrush Current to 480mA
  • Small Package and High Frequency Operation Reduce Board Space
    • 9-Bump 1.25mm × 1.25mm WLP Package
    • 3MHz PWM Switching Frequency
    • Small External Components
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MAX17227J 400mV to 5.5V Input, 500mA nanoPower Boost Converter with Short-Circuit Protection and Automatic Pass-Through Mode

The MAX17227J is a nanoPower boost converter capable of delivering a load up to 500mA peak induc...
  • 350nA Quiescent Supply Current
  • Output Short-Circuit Protection
  • Automatic Pass-Through Mode
    • Overcurrent and Overtemperature Protected
  • 95% Peak Efficiency, 89% or Higher at 500μA
  • Typical 300mA Output Current at 5.0V (VIN > 3.6V)
  • 400mV to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
  • 880mV Minimum Startup Voltage
  • Single Resistor-Adjustable Output Voltage
    • 2.3V to 5.2V Output Voltage Range with 100mV Steps
    • 5.4V Output Voltage Setting Available
  • 500mA Peak Inductor Current Limit
  • Active Discharge Feature
  • Thermal Shutdown Protection
  • Multiple Package Options:
    • 1.58mm x 0.89mm, 0.4mm Pitch, 6-Bump (3 x 2) WLP
    • 2mm x 2mm, 8-Pin TDFN
  • -40°C to +125°C Operating Temperature Range
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MAX17580 4.5V to 60V, 300mA High-Efficiency, Synchronous, Inverting Output DC-DC Converters

The Himalaya series of voltage regulator ICs, power modules, and chargers enable cooler, smaller...
  • Reduces External Components and Total Cost
    • Synchronous Operation
    • All-Ceramic Capacitors, Compact Layout
    • Internal Loop Compensation
    • System Ground Referenced I/O Pins (EN/UVLO,  active-low RESET
  • Flexibility to Support Multiple Rails in a System
    • Adjustable Output Voltage Range from -0.9V to -36V
    • Wide 4.5V to (60V-|VOUT|) Input-Voltage Range
    • Up to 300mA Output Current
    • 400kHz to 2.2MHz Adjustable Frequency with External Clock Synchronization
  • Reduces Power Dissipation
    • 88.4% Peak Efficiency
    • DCM for Superior Light-Load Efficiency
    • 6.2μA Shutdown Current
  • Operates Reliably in Adverse Industrial Environments
    • Hiccup-Mode Overload Protection
    • Adjustable Soft-Start 
    • Monotonic Startup with Prebiased Output Voltage
    • Built-in Output Voltage Monitoring with Active-Low RESET
    • Programmable EN/UVLO Threshold
    • Overtemperature Protection
    • Wide -40°C to +125°C Ambient Operating Temperature Range / -40°C to +150°C Junction Temperature Range
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MAX17579 4.5V to 60V, 300mA High-Efficiency, Synchronous, Inverting Output DC-DC Converters

The Himalaya series of voltage regulator ICs, power modules, and chargers enable cooler, smaller...
  • Reduces External Components and Total Cost
    • Synchronous Operation
    • All-Ceramic Capacitors, Compact Layout
    • Internal Loop Compensation
    • System Ground Referenced I/O Pins (EN/UVLO,  active-low RESET
  • Flexibility to Support Multiple Rails in a System
    • Adjustable Output Voltage Range from -0.9V to -36V
    • Wide 4.5V to (60V-|VOUT|) Input-Voltage Range
    • Up to 300mA Output Current
    • 400kHz to 2.2MHz Adjustable Frequency with External Clock Synchronization
  • Reduces Power Dissipation
    • 88.4% Peak Efficiency
    • DCM for Superior Light-Load Efficiency
    • 6.2μA Shutdown Current
  • Operates Reliably in Adverse Industrial Environments
    • Hiccup-Mode Overload Protection
    • Adjustable Soft-Start 
    • Monotonic Startup with Prebiased Output Voltage
    • Built-in Output Voltage Monitoring with Active-Low RESET
    • Programmable EN/UVLO Threshold
    • Overtemperature Protection
    • Wide -40°C to +125°C Ambient Operating Temperature Range / -40°C to +150°C Junction Temperature Range
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MAX25232 36V, 3A Mini Buck Converter with 3.5uA IQ

The MAX25232 is a small, synchronous buck converter with integrated high-side and low-side switc...
  • Synchronous DC-DC Converter with Integrated FETs
    • MAX25232ATCA/VY+/B = 2.5A IOUT
    • MAX25232ATCD/VY+/E = 3A IOUT
    • 3.5µA Quiescent Current when in Standby Mode
  • Small Solution Size Saves Space
    • 65ns Minimum On-Time
    • 2.1MHz or 400kHz Operating Frequency
    • Fixed 5V/3.3V Output Voltages with ±2% Output Accuracy in FPWM Mode (5V/3.3V)
    • Other Fixed VOUT Options Between 3V - 5.5V (in 50mV steps) Available for Precise Output Voltage Setting
    • External Resistor Divider Options to Adjust the Output Voltage Between 3V and 10V
    • Fixed 3.5ms Internal Soft-Start
    • Innovative Current-Mode-Control Architecture Minimizes Total Board Space and BOM Count
  • PGOOD Output and High-Voltage EN Input Simplify Power Sequencing
  • Protection Features and Operating Range Ideal for Automotive Applications
    • 3.5V to 36V Operating VIN Range
    • 40V Load-Dump Protection
    • 99% Duty-Cycle Operation with Low Dropout
    • -40°C to +125°C Automotive Temperature Range
    • AEC-Q100 Qualified
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MAX16602 VR13.HC and AI Cores Dual-Output Voltage Regulator Chipset

The MAX16602 IC provides a high-density, flexible and scalable solution to power AI cores or Int...
  • High Power Density and Efficiency
    • Smart Power-Stage Support: MAX20778/A, MAX20779/A/B/C, MAX20780, MAX20790, MAX16604
    • Top-Tier Efficiency (95.6% Peak Efficiency at 1.8VOUT)
    • Integrated Input Power Monitor
  • Telemetry Through PMBus
    • Digitally Programmable Configuration
    • Input Voltage, Current, and Power Monitoring
    • Power-Stage Temperature Monitoring and Reporting
  • Advanced Power Management
    • Autonomous Phase-Shedding
    • Orthogonal Current Rebalance for Phase-Current Balance During Transients
    • Low-Quiescent Current—Improves Light-Load and Standby Efficiency
  • Protection Features
    • Input and Bias Supply Undervoltage Protection
    • Overcurrent Protection
    • Critical Fault-Flag Output Pin
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MAX20790 Smart Power-Stage IC with Integrated Current and Temperature Sensors

The MAX20790 is a feature-rich smart power-stage IC designed to work with Maxim’s controllers to...
  • Space-Optimized Solution
    • Monolithic, Smart Power Stage
    • Phase-Current Steering for Thermal Balance
    • Small Footprint: ~24mm2
  • 95.6% Peak Efficiency
    • 6-phase, 400kHz, 12V VIN, 1.8V VOUT
  • 300kHz to 1.3MHz Switching Frequency
  • Telemetry and Fault Reporting through Controller IC PMBus
    • Accurate Temperature Monitoring and Reporting
    • Accurate Per-Phase Current Reporting
    • Fault_ID Indicates Type of Fault
  • Advanced Self-Protection Features
    • Supply and Boost UVLO Protection
    • Boost Refresh
    • VX Short and Overtemperature Shutdown
    • Fast Overcurrent Protection
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MAX20411 Automotive High-Efficiency Single 16A/22A/ 30A/40A Step-Down Converter Family

The MAX20411 is a family of high-efficiency, synchronous step-down converters that operate with ...
  • High-Efficiency DC-DC Converter
  • Up to 40A Peak Output Current:
    • MAX20411A: 16A
    • MAX20411B: 22A
    • MAX20411C: 30A
    • MAX20411D: 40A
  • Differential Remote Voltage Sensing
  • 3.0V to 5.5V Operating Supply Voltage
  • I²C Controlled Output Voltage:
    • 0.5V to 1.275V in 6.25mV Steps
  • Excellent Load Transient Performance
  • Advanced Programmable Compensation
    • MAXQ™ Power Architecture
    • Hybrid Load Line and Integrator Options
  • 2.1MHz or 1.05MHz Operation
  • As Low as ±0.75% Output Voltage Accuracy
  • RESET-bar Output
  • Current Mode, Forced PWM Operation
  • ASIL D Compliant:
    • Redundant Reference
    • BIST Diagnostics
    • PEC on I²C
    • Programmable OV/UV with ±1% Accuracy
  • Overtemperature and Short-Circuit Protection
  • 3.5mm x 5mm 21-Pin Side-Wettable FC2QFN
  • -40°C to +125°C Grade 1 Automotive Temperature Range
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MAX17703 4.5V to 60V, Synchronous Step-Down Li-Ion Battery Charger Controller

The Himalaya series of voltage regulator ICs, power modules, and chargers enable cooler, smaller...
  • Optimized Feature-Set for Li-Ion Batteries Including Li-Polymer, LiFePO4 and Li-Titanate
    • ±4% Charging Current Regulation Accuracy
    • ±6% Charging Current Monitor Accuracy (ISMON) ,
    • ±1% Voltage Regulation Accuracy
    • Programmable Constant Current (CC) Mode Charging Current (ILIM)
    • Charge Termination on Full Battery Detection with Taper Current Threshold and Taper Timer
    • Wide 4.5V to 60V Input-Voltage Range
    • Adjustable Output-Voltage Range from 1.25V up to (VDCIN - 2.1V)
    • 125kHz to 2.2MHz Adjustable Frequency with External Clock Synchronization (RT/SYNC)
  • Reliable Operation in Adverse Environmental Conditions
    • Input Short-Circuit Protection (GATEN)
    • Safety Timer Feature (TMR)
    • Deeply Discharged Battery Detection and Preconditioning (DDTH)
    • Battery Temperature Sensing and Charge when Within Temperature of Range (TEMP)
    • Cycle-by-Cycle Overcurrent Limit
    • Programmable EN/UVLO Threshold
    • Status Output Monitoring Using Open-Drain Outputs (FLG1 and FLG2)
    • Overtemperature Protection
    • Complies with CISPR 32 (EN55032) Class B Conducted and Radiated Emissions
    • Wide -40°C to +125°C Ambient Operating Temperature Range/ -40°C to +150°C Junction Temperature Range
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