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MAX4173, MAX4173F, MAX4173H, MAX4173T

Low-Cost, SOT23, Voltage-Output, High-Side Current-Sense Amplifier

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Technical Documents

Ordering Info

Status

Active: In Production.

Description

The MAX4173 low-cost, precision, high-side current-sense amplifier is available in a tiny SOT23-6 package. It features a voltage output that eliminates the need for gain-setting resistors and it is ideal for today's notebook computers, cell phones, and other systems where current monitoring is critical. High-side current monitoring is especially useful in battery-powered systems, since it does not interfere with the ground path of the battery charger. The input common-mode range of 0 to +28V is independent of the supply voltage and ensures that the current-sense feedback remains viable even when connected to a battery in deep discharge. The MAX4173's wide 1.7MHz bandwidth makes it suitable for use inside battery charger control loops.

The combination of three gain versions and a user-selectable external sense resistor sets the full-scale current reading. This feature offers a high level of integration, resulting in a simple and compact current-sense solution.

The MAX4173 operates from a single +3V to +28V supply, typically draws only 420µA of supply current over the extended operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C), and is offered in the space-saving SOT23 package.

Data Sheet

Download	Rev 5	(PDF, 1.2MB)
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An evaluation kit is available: MAX4173EVKIT

Key Features

Low-Cost, Compact Current-Sense Solution
High Accuracy +2V to +28V Common-Mode Range, Functional Down to 0V, Independent of Supply Voltage
Three Gain Versions Available
- +20V/V (MAX4173T)
- +50V/V (MAX4173F)
- +100V/V (MAX4173H)
±0.5% Full-Scale Accuracy
±3mV Input Offset Voltage (MAX4173T)
Wide 1.7MHz Bandwidth (MAX4173T)
420µA Supply Current
Available in Space-Saving SOT23 Package

Applications/Uses

Cell Phones
General System/Board-Level Current Monitoring
Notebook Computers
PA Bias Control
Portable Battery-Powered Systems
Power-Management Systems
Precision Current Sources
Smart Battery Packs/Chargers

Key Specifications:

Current Sense Amplifiers

Part Number

CMVR
(V)

V_CC
(V)

I_CC
(µA)

Bi-Dir. Curr. Sense

V_{SENSE_FS}
(mV)

V_OS @25°C
(µV)

Gain

Gain Accuracy @25°C
(%)

BW
(kHz)

Comp-
arators

Oper. Temp.
(°C)

Package/Pins

Budgetary Price

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max

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recomm.

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See Notes

MAX4173

420

150

3000

20 V/V

50 V/V

100 V/V

2.5

1200

1400

1700

-40 to +85

SOIC(N)/8

SOT/6

$0.83 @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

Reference Design 714		Isolated Power Supplies for Telecom Applications
Tutorial 746		High-Side Current-Sense Measurement: Circuits and Principles
Application Note 1114		High-Power Boost Converter Switches Modes Automatically and Maintains Light-Load Efficiency
Application Note 3888		Performance of Current-Sense Amplifiers with Input Series Resistors
Application Note 3906		Creating a Bidirectional Current-Sense Amplifier from Two Unidirectional Current-Sense Amplifiers
Application Note 4235		Two Methods for Shutting Down a Current-Sense Amplifier
Application Note 4438		Protect Current-Sense Amplifiers Against Overvoltage Transients
Application Note 4544		Shut Down a Current-Sense Amplifier via Its Supply Pins
Application Note 4563		Dynamic Siphon Steals Current from USB Port

Product Guides

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Reliability Reports

Reliability Report:	MAX4173T.pdf MAX4173F.pdf MAX4173H.pdf
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Software/Models

MAX4173LTR Test Circuit File

MAX4173T Macromodel

MAX4173T Orcad Library

MAX4173TGBW Test Circuit File

MAX4173TSTR Test Circuit File

Ordering Information

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Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX4173FESA			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173FESA+			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173FESA+T			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173FESA-T			Active	N.SO;8 pin Land Pattern: Not Available	-40°C to +85°C	See data sheet
MAX4173FEUT			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6-1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173FEUT+T			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6+1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173FEUT-T			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6-1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173HESA			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173HESA+			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173HESA+T			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX4173HESA-T			Active	N.SO;8 pin Land Pattern: Not Available	-40°C to +85°C	See data sheet
MAX4173HEUT			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6-1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173HEUT+			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6+1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173HEUT+T			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6+1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173HEUT-T			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6-1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173TESA			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX4173TESA+			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173TESA+T			Active	SOIC(N);8 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0041 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0096 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: S8+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173TESA-T			Active	N.SO;8 pin Land Pattern: Not Available	-40°C to +85°C	See data sheet
MAX4173TEUT+			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6+1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX4173TEUT+C4X			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6+1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173TEUT+T			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6+1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX4173TEUT-T			Active	SOT;6 pin;9 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0058 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0175 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U6-1*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis

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Low-Cost, precision, voltage-output current-sense amplifier

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