MAX863

Dual, High-Efficiency, PFM, Step-Up DC-DC Controller

Smallest Dual-Output Step-Up Converter Powers Logic and LCD or Flash from 1.5V Input

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Active: In Production.

Description

The MAX863 dual-output DC-DC converter contains two independent step-up controllers in a single compact package. This monolithic Bi-CMOS design draws only 85µA when both controllers are on. The input range extends down to 1.5V, permitting use in organizers, translators, and other low-power hand-held products. The MAX863 provides 90% efficiency at output loads from 20mA to over 1A. This space-saving device is supplied in a 16-pin QSOP package that fits in the same area as an 8-pin SOIC.

The device uses a current-limited, pulse-frequency-modulated (PFM) control architecture that reduces start-up surge currents and maintains low quiescent currents for excellent low-current efficiency. Each controller drives a low-cost, external, N-channel MOSFET switch, whose size can be optimized for any output current or voltage.

In larger systems, two MAX863s can be used to generate 5V, 3.3V, 12V, and 28V from just two or three battery cells. An evaluation kit (MAX863EVKIT) is available to speed designs. For a single-output controller, refer to the MAX608 and MAX1771 data sheets.
 

Data Sheet

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An evaluation kit is available: MAX863EVKIT

Key Features

  • Smallest Dual Step-Up Converter: 16-Pin QSOP
  • 90% Efficiency
  • 1.5V Start-Up Voltage
  • 85µA Max Total Quiescent Supply Current
  • 1µA Shutdown Mode
  • Independent Shutdown Inputs
  • Drives Surface-Mount, Dual N-Channel MOSFETs
  • Low-Battery Input/Output Comparator
  • Step-Up/Down Configurable
 

Applications/Uses

  • 2- and 3-Cell Portable Equipment
  • Dual Supply (Logic and LCD)
  • Handheld Instruments (PDAs, Palmtops)
  • Organizers
  • Palmtop Computers
  • PDAs and Other Handheld Devices
  • Translators
   

Key Specifications:

Step-Up Switching Regulators
Part Number VIN
(V)
VIN
(V)
VOUT
(V)
VOUT
(V)
Max. IOUT
(A)
Max. IOUT
(A)
Output Adjust. Method DC-DC Outputs Package/Pins Smallest Available Pckg.
(mm2)
Budgetary Price
min max min max max w/pins See Notes
MAX863  1.5 11 1.25 100 2 2 Resistor 2
QSOP/16
30.9 $3.11 @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

MAX863: Typical Operating Circuit
Typical Operating Circuit

Application Notes

Application Note 1054   Simple Change Improves PFM Boost-Controller Efficiency
Application Note 1170   Circuit Connection Adds Current-Mode Operation to PFM Boost Converters
Application Note 1783   Two AA Cells Power Dual-Supply µP

Reliability Reports

Reliability Report: MAX863.pdf
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Software/Models

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Ordering Information

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TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT
DRAWING  CODE/VAR *
Temp RoHS/Lead-Free?
Materials Analysis
MAX863C/D    
Active DICE SALES;NA pin;DICE;

Land Pattern: Not Applicable
Use pkgcode/variation: DICE*
See data sheet
MAX863EEE    
Active QSOP;16 pin;30.9 mm²
Outline Drawing:21-0055 (PDF)
Land Pattern: 90-0167 (PDF)
Use pkgcode/variation: E16-1*
-40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
Materials Analysis
MAX863EEE+  
Active QSOP;16 pin;30.9 mm²
Outline Drawing:21-0055 (PDF)
Land Pattern: 90-0167 (PDF)
Use pkgcode/variation: E16+1*
-40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
Materials Analysis
MAX863EEE+T    
Active QSOP;16 pin;30.9 mm²
Outline Drawing:21-0055 (PDF)
Land Pattern: 90-0167 (PDF)
Use pkgcode/variation: E16+1*
-40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
Materials Analysis
MAX863EEE-T    
Active QSOP;16 pin;30.9 mm²
Outline Drawing:21-0055 (PDF)
Land Pattern: 90-0167 (PDF)
Use pkgcode/variation: E16-1*
-40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
Materials Analysis

Notes:
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  3. Part number suffixes: T or T&R = tape and reel; + = RoHS/lead-free; # = RoHS/lead-exempt; -D = drypack; -U/+U on DS parts = cut tape. More: See Full Data Sheet or Maxim Product Naming Conventions.
  4. * Some packages have variations, listed on the drawing. "PkgCode/Variation" tells which variation the product uses. Note that "+", "#", "-" in the part number suffix describes RoHS status. Package drawings may show a different suffix character.

Notes and Comments

Two high-efficiency boost controllers, suitable for PDAs, organizers and palmtop computers, Low-IQ

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Document Ref.: 19-1218 Rev 2; 2002-06-12
This page last modified: 2007-05-30


 


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