MAX15012CASA+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High Efficiency, Low Quiescent Current
• Package: Surface Mount
• Essence: Voltage Regulator
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape & Reel, 3000 pieces per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage Range: 0.6V to 3.6V
• Maximum Output Current: 1.5A
• Quiescent Current: 17µA
• Switching Frequency: 1.2MHz
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX15012CASA+T has the following pin configuration:

1. VIN: Input voltage pin
2. GND: Ground pin
3. FB: Feedback pin for output voltage regulation
4. EN: Enable pin to control the device operation
5. PG: Power Good indicator pin
6. SW: Switching node pin
7. LX: Inductor connection pin
8. VOUT: Output voltage pin

Functional Features

• High efficiency power conversion
• Low quiescent current for improved battery life
• Wide input voltage range for versatile applications
• Adjustable output voltage for flexibility
• Overcurrent and thermal protection for enhanced safety
• Power Good indicator for system monitoring

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency leads to reduced power consumption - Low quiescent current extends battery life - Wide input voltage range allows for various power sources - Adjustable output voltage provides versatility - Overcurrent and thermal protection ensure system safety

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current of 1.5A - Operating temperature range may not be suitable for extreme environments

Working Principles

The MAX15012CASA+T is a voltage regulator IC that converts an input voltage within the range of 2.7V to 5.5V to a regulated output voltage between 0.6V and 3.6V. It achieves high efficiency power conversion by utilizing a switching regulator topology. The device operates at a switching frequency of 1.2MHz, allowing for compact external components.

The IC incorporates various protection features such as overcurrent and thermal protection to safeguard the system from potential damage. It also includes a Power Good indicator pin that provides a signal indicating the output voltage is within the desired range.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX15012CASA+T finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to: - Portable electronic devices - Battery-powered systems - IoT devices - Industrial automation - Automotive electronics

Its ability to efficiently regulate voltage while consuming low quiescent current makes it suitable for power management in these applications.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the MAX15012CASA+T include: - MAX15013CASA+T - MAX15014CASA+T - MAX15015CASA+T - MAX15016CASA+T

These models offer similar functionality and characteristics, providing options for different design requirements.

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