MAX17536
4.5V to 60V, 4A, High-Efficiency, Synchronous Step-Down DC-DC Converter with Internal Compensation
Industry's First 60V, 4A Internal FET Synchronous Buck Converter
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The MAX17536 high-efficiency, high-voltage, synchronous step-down DC-DC converter with integrated high-side MOSFET operates over a 4.5V to 60V input. The converter can deliver up to 4A and generates output voltages from 0.9V up to 0.9 x VIN. The feedback (FB) voltage is accurate to within ±1.4% over -40°C to 125°C.
The MAX17536 uses peak current-mode control. The device can be operated in the pulse-width modulation (PWM), pulse-frequency modulation (PFM), and discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) control schemes.
The device is available in a 20-pin (5mm × 5mm) Thin QFN (TQFN) package. Simulation models are available.
Key Features
- Reduces External Components and Total Cost
- No Schottky-Synchronous Operation
- Internal Compensation for Any Output Voltage
- Built-In Soft-Start
- All-Ceramic Capacitors, Compact Layout
- Reduce Number of DC-DC Regulators to Stock
- Wide 4.5V to 60V Input
- Adjustable 0.9V to 0.9 x VIN Output
- 100kHz to 2.2MHz Adjustable Switching Frequency with External Synchronization
- Reduces Power Dissipation
- Peak Efficiency > 95%
- PFM/DCM Modes Enables Enhanced Light-Load Efficiency
- Auxiliary Bootstrap LDO for Improved Efficiency
- 3.5µA Shutdown Current
- Operates Reliably in Adverse Industrial Environments
- Hiccup or Latchoff Mode Overload Protection
- DL to LX Short Detection Feature
- Built-In Output Voltage Monitoring with Active-Low RESET
- Programmable EN/UVLO Threshold
- Monotonic Startup into Prebiased Load
- Overtemperature Protection
- High Industrial -40°C to +125°C Ambient Operating Temperature Range / -40°C to +150°C Junction Temperature Range
Applications/Uses
- Base-Station Power Supplies
- Distributed Supply Regulation
- General-Purpose Point-of-Load
- High-Voltage Single-Board Systems
- Industrial Power Supplies
- Wall Transformer Regulation
| VIN (V) (min) | 4.5 |
| VIN (V) (max) | 60 |
| VOUT1 (V) (min) | 0.9 |
| VOUT1 (V) (max) | 37 |
| IOUT1 (A) (max) | 4 |
| Switch Type | External Internal |
| Output Adjust. Method | Resistor |
| Synchronous Switching? | Yes |
| Power Good Signal | Yes |
| # DC-DC Outputs | 1 |
| Switching Frequency (kHz) | 2200 |
| Design Tools | EE-Sim |
| Package/Pins | TQFN-CU/20 |
| Budgetary Price (See Notes) | $3.10 @1k |
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Description
The MAX17536 3.3V output evaluation kit (EV kit) provides a proven design to evaluate this high-voltage, high-efficiency, synchronous step-down DC-DC converter. The EV kit is preset for a 3.3V output at load currents up to 4A and features a 450kHz switching frequency for optimum efficiency and component size. The EV kit features adjustable input, undervoltage lockout, adjustable soft-start, open-drain active-low RESET signal, and external frequency synchronization.
View DetailsFeatures
- Operates from a 4.5V to 60V Input Supply
- 3.3V Output Voltage
- Up to 4A Output Current
- 450kHz Switching Frequency
- Enable/UVLO Input, Resistor-Programmable UVLO Threshold
- Adjustable Soft-Start Time
- MODE Pin to Select Among PWM, PFM, or DCM Modes
- Open-Drain Active-Low RESET Output
- External Frequency Synchronization
- Overcurrent and Overtemperature Protection
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
Description
The MAX17536 5V output evaluation kit (EV kit) provides a proven design to evaluate this high-voltage, high-efficiency, synchronous step-down DC-DC converter. The EV kit is preset for a 5V output at load currents up to 4A and features a 450kHz switching frequency for optimum efficiency and component size. The EV kit features adjustable input, undervoltage lockout, adjustable soft-start, open-drain active-low RESET signal, and external frequency synchronization.
View DetailsFeatures
- Operates from a 6.5V to 60V Input Supply
- 5V Output Voltage
- Up to 4A Output Current
- 450kHz Switching Frequency
- Enable/UVLO Input, Resistor-Programmable UVLO Threshold
- Adjustable Soft-Start Time
- MODE Pin to Select Among PWM, PFM, or DCM Modes
- Open-Drain Active-Low RESET Output
- External Frequency Synchronization
- Overcurrent and Overtemperature Protection
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
Description
The MAX17536EVKITBE# (EV kit) provides a proven design to evaluate this high-voltage, high-efficiency, synchronous step-down DC-DC converter. The EV kit is preset for a 5V output at load currents up to 4A and features a 450kHz switching frequency for optimum efficiency and component size. The EV kit features adjustable input, undervoltage lockout, adjustable soft-start, open-drain active-low RESET signal, and external clock synchronization. The EV kit also provides a good layout example, which is optimized for conducted, radiated EMI, and thermal performance. For more details about the IC benefits and features, refer to the MAX17536 data sheet.
View DetailsFeatures
- Operates from a 6.5V to 60V Input Supply
- 5V Output Voltage
- Up to 4A Output Current
- 450kHz Switching Frequency
- Enable/UVLO Input, Resistor-Programmable UVLO Threshold
- Adjustable Soft-Start Time
- MODE Pin to Select Among PWM, PFM, or DCM Modes
- Open-Drain Active-Low RESET Output
- External Clock Synchronization
- Overcurrent and Overtemperature Protection
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
- Complies with CISPR22(EN55022) Class B Conducted and Radiated Emissions
 | Tools & Models EE-Sim: Design & Simulate MAX17536 | Create Design |
| SIMULATION MODELS MAX17536 SIMPLIS Schematic | Download |
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Parameters
| VIN (V) (min) | 4.5 |
| VIN (V) (max) | 60 |
| VOUT1 (V) (min) | 0.9 |
| VOUT1 (V) (max) | 37 |
| IOUT1 (A) (max) | 4 |
| Switch Type | External Internal |
| Output Adjust. Method | Resistor |
| Synchronous Switching? | Yes |
| Power Good Signal | Yes |
| # DC-DC Outputs | 1 |
| Switching Frequency (kHz) | 2200 |
| Design Tools | EE-Sim |
| Package/Pins | TQFN-CU/20 |
| Budgetary Price (See Notes) | $3.10 @1k |
Key Features
- Reduces External Components and Total Cost
- No Schottky-Synchronous Operation
- Internal Compensation for Any Output Voltage
- Built-In Soft-Start
- All-Ceramic Capacitors, Compact Layout
- Reduce Number of DC-DC Regulators to Stock
- Wide 4.5V to 60V Input
- Adjustable 0.9V to 0.9 x VIN Output
- 100kHz to 2.2MHz Adjustable Switching Frequency with External Synchronization
- Reduces Power Dissipation
- Peak Efficiency > 95%
- PFM/DCM Modes Enables Enhanced Light-Load Efficiency
- Auxiliary Bootstrap LDO for Improved Efficiency
- 3.5µA Shutdown Current
- Operates Reliably in Adverse Industrial Environments
- Hiccup or Latchoff Mode Overload Protection
- DL to LX Short Detection Feature
- Built-In Output Voltage Monitoring with Active-Low RESET
- Programmable EN/UVLO Threshold
- Monotonic Startup into Prebiased Load
- Overtemperature Protection
- High Industrial -40°C to +125°C Ambient Operating Temperature Range / -40°C to +150°C Junction Temperature Range
Applications/Uses
- Base-Station Power Supplies
- Distributed Supply Regulation
- General-Purpose Point-of-Load
- High-Voltage Single-Board Systems
- Industrial Power Supplies
- Wall Transformer Regulation
Description
The MAX17536 high-efficiency, high-voltage, synchronous step-down DC-DC converter with integrated high-side MOSFET operates over a 4.5V to 60V input. The converter can deliver up to 4A and generates output voltages from 0.9V up to 0.9 x VIN. The feedback (FB) voltage is accurate to within ±1.4% over -40°C to 125°C.
The MAX17536 uses peak current-mode control. The device can be operated in the pulse-width modulation (PWM), pulse-frequency modulation (PFM), and discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) control schemes.
The device is available in a 20-pin (5mm × 5mm) Thin QFN (TQFN) package. Simulation models are available.
Technical Docs
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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