MAX1895, MAX1995

High-Efficiency, Wide Brightness Range, CCFL Backlight Controllers

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Status Explanations for product status codes

Part Number Status
MAX1895 Active: In Production. See Ordering Information for details.
MAX1995 This product is No Longer Available. See Ordering Information for recommended replacements.

Description

The MAX1895/MAX1995 integrated controllers are optimized to drive cold-cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) using a synchronized full-bridge inverter architecture. Synchronized drive provides near sinusoidal waveforms over the entire input range to maximize the life of CCFLs. The controllers also operate over a wide input voltage range with high efficiency and broad dimming range.

The MAX1895/MAX1995 include safety features that limit the transformer secondary voltage and protect against single-point fault conditions including lamp-out and short-circuit faults.

The MAX1895/MAX1995 regulate the CCFL brightness in three ways: linearly controlling the lamp current, digital pulse-width modulating (DPWM) the lamp current, or using both methods simultaneously to achieve the widest dimming range (>30:1). CCFL brightness can be controlled with either an analog voltage (both MAX1895 and MAX1995) or a two-wire SMBus™ compatible interface (MAX1895 only).

The MAX1895/MAX1995 directly drive the four external N-channel power MOSFETs of the full-bridge inverter. An internal 5.3V linear regulator powers the MOSFET drivers, the synchronizable DPWM oscillator, and most of the internal circuitry. The MAX1895/MAX1995 are available in the space-saving 28-pin thin QFN package and operate over the -40°C to +85°C temperature range.
 

Data Sheet

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An evaluation kit is available: MAX1895EVSYS, MAX1995EVSYS

Key Features

  • Synchronized-to-Resonant Frequency
    • Good Crest Factor for Longer Lamp Life
    • Ensures Maximum Strike Capability
  • High Power to Light Efficiency
  • Wide Dimming Range (3 Methods)
    • Lamp Current Adjust: >3 to 1
    • Digital PWM (DPWM): >10 to 1
    • Combined: >30 to 1
  • Feed-Forward for Fast Response to Step Change of Input Voltage
  • Wide Input Voltage Range (4.6V to 28V)
  • Transformer Secondary Voltage Limiting to Reduce Transformer Stress
  • Lamp-Out Protection with 2s Timeout
  • Short-Circuit and Other Single-Point Fault Protections
  • Synchronizable DPWM Frequency
  • Dual-Mode Brightness Control Interface
    • SMBus Serial Interface (MAX1895 Only)
    • Analog Interface (Both Devices)
  • High-Accuracy Analog Interface
    • Separate 100% Brightness Voltage Reference Pin (CRFSDA)
    • Separate Minimum Lamp-Current Set-Point Pin (MINDAC)
  • Small Footprint 28-Pin Thin QFN (5mm x 5mm) Package
 

Applications/Uses

  • Car-Navigation Displays
  • LCD Monitors
  • Notebook Computers
  • Point-of-Sale Terminals
  • Portable Display Electronics
   

Key Specifications:

CCFL Controllers
Part Number VIN
(V)
VIN
(V)
Topology Channels Dimming Interface Freq. EV Kit Package/Pins Oper. Temp.
(°C)
min max
MAX1895  4.6 28 Full-Bridge 1
Analog
DPWM
I2C
SMBus
Fixed PWM Yes
See Data Sheet
-40 to +85
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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

MAX1895, MAX1995: Functional Diagram
Functional Diagram

Reliability Reports

Reliability Report: MAX1995.pdf
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Ordering Information

Filters: Part Number: Package: Temperature: Tape and Reel Sample
Part Number Free
Sample
Buy Status Explanations for product status codes Recommended Replacement Package:
TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT
DRAWING  CODE/VAR *
Temp RoHS/Lead-Free?
Materials Analysis
MAX1895EGI     N/A No Longer Available MAX8759ETI+

 
QFN;

Land Pattern: Not Available

-40°C to +85°C See data sheet
MAX1895EGI-T     N/A No Longer Available MAX8759ETI+

 
QFN;

Land Pattern: Not Available

-40°C to +85°C See data sheet
MAX1895EVKIT-D    
Active   KIT;

Land Pattern: Not Available

See data sheet
MAX1895EVKIT-S    
Active   KIT;

Land Pattern: Not Available

See data sheet
MAX1995EGI     N/A No Longer Available MAX8759ETI+

 
QFN;28 pin;26 mm²
Outline Drawing:21-0091 (PDF)
Land Pattern: 90-0278 (PDF)
Use pkgcode/variation: G2855-2*
-40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
Materials Analysis
MAX1995EGI-T     N/A No Longer Available MAX8759ETI+

 
QFN;28 pin

Land Pattern: Not Available

-40°C to +85°C See data sheet

Notes:
  1. Other options and links for purchasing parts are listed at: http://www.maxim-ic.com/sales.
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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.

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Document Ref.: 19-2157 Rev 1; 2002-11-08
This page last modified: 2009-10-15


 


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