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MAX1672

Step-Up/Down DC-DC Converter in QSOP Package

Compact, Low-Noise, Transformerless Step-Up/Down Regulator with Single Small Inductor Has Low Output Ripple

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Overview

Description

The MAX1672 integrates a step-up DC-DC converter with a linear regulator to provide step-up/down voltage conversion. This device provides a constant output voltage for inputs that vary above and below the output voltage. It has a 1.8V to 11V input range and a preset 3.3V or 5V output. The output can also be set from 1.25V to 5.5V using two resistors. Typical efficiency is 85%.

The MAX1672's step-up/linear-regulator configuration permits the use of a single, physically smaller inductor than can be used with competing SEPIC and flyback configurations. Switch current is also selectable, permitting the use of smaller inductors in low-current applications. The linear regulator also acts as a filter to reduce output ripple voltage.

The MAX1672 has a low 85µA quiescent supply current, which is further reduced to 0.1µA in logic-controlled shutdown. The output voltage is disconnected from the input in shutdown. The MAX1672 also has a PGI/PGO-bar low-battery detector.

The MAX1672 comes in a 16-pin QSOP package (same size as a standard 8-pin SO). For a larger device that delivers more output current, refer to the MAX710/MAX711. The preassembled MAX1672 evaluation kit is available to speed designs.

MAX1672: Typical Operating Circuit

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Key Features

Step-Up/Down Voltage Conversion
1.8V to 11V Input Range
3.3V/5V or Adjustable Output Voltage Range
Output Current:
- 300mA at 5V (V_IN > 2.5V)
- 150mA at 5V (V_IN > 1.8V)
Smaller Inductor than SEPIC and Flybacks
Load Disconnects from Input in Shutdown
Supply Current from Battery:
- 85µA (No-Load)
- 0.1µA (Shutdown)
PGI/PGO-bar Low-Battery Comparator
16-Pin QSOP Package (Same Footprint as 8-pin SO)
No External FETs Required
Thermal and Short-Circuit Protection

Applications/Uses

2-Cell to 4-Cell AA Alkaline Handheld Equipment
3.3V and Other Low-Voltage Systems
Battery-Powered Devices
Digital Cameras
Single-Cell, Lithium-Powered Portable Devices with AC Input Adapters

Parametric Specs

Part Number

V_IN
(V)

V_OUT1
(V)

Preset V_OUT
(V)

Output Adjust. Method

I_OUT1
(A)

Switch Type

Power Good Signal

DC-DC Outputs

Package/Pins

Budgetary
Price

min

max

min

max

See Notes

MAX1672

1.8

1.25

5.5

3.3

Preset

Resistor

0.26

Internal

Yes

QSOP/16

$3.01 @1k

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Pricing Notes:

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Design Resources

MAX1672EVKIT: Evaluation Kit for the MAX1672

Quality And Environmental

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