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Automotive-Grade, Quad-Output Controller Operates from Up to 38V

	Quad-Output Controller with High-Input Voltage for Automotive Applications [High-resolution images: ]

Note to Editor: The MAX17019 is a high-input-voltage, quad-output controller for automotive applications. This device saves space and cost by integrating four output-voltage regulators in a small, 6mm x 6mm, 48-pin TQFN package. The step-down regulators use a peak-current-mode, fixed-frequency control scheme to ease implementation without sacrificing transient response. Capable of operating up to 38V, the MAX17019 is ideal for automotive battery-powered devices.

SUNNYVALE, CA—January 5, 2009—Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX17019, a high-input-voltage, quad-output controller for automotive applications. This device saves space and cost by integrating four independent voltage outputs in a small, 36mm² TQFN package. The device includes a main-stage step-down controller, a 3A_P-P step-down regulator, a 5A_P-P step-down regulator, and a 2A source/sink linear regulator. Capable of operating up to 38V, the MAX17019 is ideal for automotive battery-powered devices.

The step-down converters use a peak-current-mode, fixed-frequency control scheme to provide an easy-to-implement architecture that does not sacrifice transient response. This architecture also supports peak-current-limit protection and pulse-skipping operation to maintain high efficiency under light-load conditions.

The MAX17019 is available in a space-saving, 6mm x 6mm, 48-pin TQFN package, and is fully specified over the -40°C to +125°C automotive temperature range. Prices start at $5.50 (1000-up, FOB USA).

Maxim Integrated Products is a publicly traded company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance semiconductor products. The Company reported revenue in excess of $2 billion for fiscal 2008. Maxim was founded over 25 years ago with the mission to deliver innovative analog and mixed-signal engineering solutions that add value to its customers' products. To date, it has developed over 5900 products serving the industrial, communications, consumer, and computing markets. For more information, go to www.maxim-ic.com.