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MAX8545, MAX8546, MAX8548

Low-Cost, Wide Input Range, Step-Down Controllers with Foldback Current Limit

2.7V to 28V Input, 15A, Step-Down, DC-DC Controllers for Desktop and Graphic Card Supplies have Foldback Current Protection

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Status

Active: In Production.

Description

The MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 are voltage-mode pulse-width-modulated (PWM), step-down DC-DC controllers ideal for a variety of cost-sensitive applications. They drive low-cost n-channel MOSFETs for both the high-side switch and synchronous rectifier, and require no external current-sense resistor. These devices can supply output voltages as low as 0.8V.

The MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 have a wide 2.7V to 28V input range, and do not need any additional bias voltage. The output voltage can be precisely regulated from 0.8V to 0.83 x V_IN. These devices can provide efficiency up to 95%. Lossless short-circuit and current-limit protection is provided by monitoring the R_DS(ON) of the low-side MOSFET. The MAX8545 and MAX8548 have a current-limit threshold of 320mV, while the MAX8546 has a current-limit threshold of 165mV. All devices feature foldback-current capability to minimize power dissipation under short-circuit condition. Pulling the COMP/EN pin low with an open-collector or low-capacitance, open-drain device can shut down all devices.

The MAX8545/MAX8546 operate at 300kHz and the MAX8548 operates at 100kHz. The MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 are compatible with low-cost aluminum electrolytic capacitors. Input undervoltage lockout prevents proper operation under power-sag operations to prevent external MOSFETs from overheating. Internal soft-start is included to reduce inrush current. These devices are offered in space-saving 10-pin µMAX® packages.

Data Sheet

Download	Rev 2	(PDF, 308kB)
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An evaluation kit is available: MAX8546EVKIT

Key Features

2.7V to 28V Input Range
Foldback Short-Circuit Protection
No Additional Bias Supply Needed
0.8V to 0.83 x V_IN Output
Up to 95% Efficiency
Low-Cost External Components
No Current-Sense Resistor
All n-Channel MOSFET Design
Adaptive Gate Drivers Eliminate Shoot-Through
Lossless Overcurrent and Short-Circuit Protection
300kHz Switching Frequency (MAX8545/MAX8546)
100kHz Switching Frequency (MAX8548)
Pin-Compatible with the MAX1967
Thermal Shutdown

Applications/Uses

Cable Modems and Routers
Desktops and Desknotes
Graphic Card and Video Supplies
Networking Power Supplies
Notebook Docking Station Supplies
PCI Express® Power Supplies
Set-Top Boxes
Telecom Power Supplies

Key Specifications:

Step-Down Switching Regulators

Part Number

V_IN
(V)

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

MAX8545

2.7

0.8

Resistor

300

µMAX/10

15.4

$1.10 @1k

MAX8546

300

µMAX/10

$1.10 @1k

MAX8548

100

µMAX/10

$1.08 @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 3442

Simple PSPICE Model Predicts MAX8546 Stability and Transient Response

Reliability Reports

Reliability Report:	MAX8545.pdf MAX8546.pdf MAX8548.pdf
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Sample

Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX8545EUB			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX8545EUB+			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX8545EUB+T			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX8545EUB-T			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX8546EUB			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX8546EUB+			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX8546EUB+T			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX8546EUB-T			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX8548EUB			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX8548EUB+			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10+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
MAX8548EUB+T			Active	uMAX;10 pin Land Pattern: Not Available	-40°C to +85°C	See data sheet
MAX8548EUB-T			Active	µMAX;10 pin;15.4 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0061 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0330 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: U10-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis

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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.
* 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.: 19-2795 Rev 2; 2007-07-20
This page last modified: 2009-10-13

Low-Cost, Wide Input Range, Step-Down Controllers with Foldback Current Limit

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