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MAX608

5V or Adjustable, Low-Voltage, Step-Up DC-DC Controller

1A Step-Up Converter Boosts 2V Inputs with High-Efficiency

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Status

Active: In Production.

Description

The MAX608 low-voltage step-up controller operates from a 1.8V to 16.5V input voltage range. Pulse-frequency-modulation (PFM) control provides high efficiency at heavy loads, while using only 85µA (typical) when operating with no load. In addition, a logic-controlled shutdown mode reduces supply current to 2µA typical. The output voltage is factory-set at 5V or can be adjusted from 3V to 16.5V with an external resistor divider.

The MAX608 is ideal for two- and three-cell battery-powered systems. An operating frequency of up to 300kHz allows use with small surface-mount components.

The MAX608 operates in "bootstrapped" mode only (with the chip supply, OUT, connected to the DC-DC output). For a 12V output without external resistors, or for nonbootstrapped applications (chip supply connected to input voltage), refer to the pin-compatible MAX1771. The MAX608 is available in 8-pin DIP and SO packages.

Data Sheet

Download	Rev 0	(PDF, 152kB)
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An evaluation kit is available: MAX608EVKIT

Key Features

1.8V to 16.5V Input Range
85% Efficiency for 30mA to 1.5A Load Currents
Up to 10W Output Power
110µA Max Supply Current
5µA Max Shutdown Current
Preset 5V or Adjustable Output (3V to 16.5V)
Current-Limited PFM Control Scheme
Up to 300kHz Switching Frequency
Evaluation Kit Available

Applications/Uses

Battery-Powered Applications
High-Efficiency DC-DC Converters
Portable Communicators
Positive LCD-Bias Generators

Key Specifications:

Step-Up Switching Regulators

Part Number

V_IN
(V)

V_OUT
(V)

Preset V_OUT
(V)

Max. I_OUT
(A)

Output Adjust. Method

DC-DC Outputs

Oper. Freq.
(kHz)

Package/Pins

Smallest Available Pckg.
(mm²)

Budgetary Price

min

max

min

max

≥

≤

max w/pins

See Notes

MAX608

1.8

16.5

Resistor

300

PDIP(N)/8

SOIC(N)/8

79.7

$1.99 @1k

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Pricing Notes:
This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.

Diagram

Typical Operating Circuit

Application Notes

Application Note 254		Switch-Mode Converter Starts With Full Load Connected
Application Note 947		Extend Battery Life with Dual Power Supply for Wallcube/Battery-Powered Systems
Application Note 1025		Highly Efficient SEPIC Switching Regulator Generates 3V from Multiple Cells
Application Note 1054		Simple Change Improves PFM Boost-Controller Efficiency
Application Note 1170		Circuit Connection Adds Current-Mode Operation to PFM Boost Converters

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Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX608C/D			Active	DICE SALES;NA pin;DICE; Land Pattern: Not Applicable Use pkgcode/variation: DICE*		See data sheet
MAX608EPA			Active	PDIP(N);8 pin;79.7 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0043 (PDF) Land Pattern: Not Applicable Use pkgcode/variation: P8-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX608EPA+			Active	PDIP(N);8 pin;79.7 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0043 (PDF) Land Pattern: Not Applicable Use pkgcode/variation: P8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX608ESA			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8-5*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX608ESA+			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+5*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX608ESA+T			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+5*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX608ESA-T			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8-5*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis

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Notes and Comments

Like MAX1771 but accepts lower input voltages. Supports SEPIC Configuration

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