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MAX3736

3.2Gbps, Low-Power, Compact, SFP Laser Driver

Overview

Technical Documents

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Status

Part Number	Status
MAX3736	Active: In Production. See Ordering Information for details.

Description

The MAX3736 is a compact, +3.3V multirate laser driver for SFP/SFF applications up to 3.2Gbps. The device accepts differential data and provides bias and modulation currents for driving a laser. DC-coupling to the laser allows for multirate applications, and reduces the number of external components.

The wide 5mA to 60mA (85mA AC-coupled) modulation current range and 1mA to 100mA bias current make the MAX3736 ideal for driving FP/DFB laser diodes in fiber optic modules. The laser current setting can be controlled by a current DAC, a voltage DAC, or a resistor. Very low power dissipation, small package size, and reduced component count, make this part an ideal solution for SFP-module applications.

The MAX3736 is available in a small 3mm x 3mm, 16-pin thin QFN package. It operates over a -40° to +85° temperature range.

Data Sheet

Download	Rev 2	(PDF, 316kB)
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Key Features

Fully Compatible with SFP and SFF-8472 Specifications
Programmable Modulation Current from 5mA to 60mA (DC-Coupled)
Programmable Modulation Current from 5mA to 85mA (AC-Coupled)
Programmable Bias Current from 1mA to 100mA
56ps Edge Transition Times
22mA (typ) Power-Supply Current
Multirate Operation Up to 3.2Gbps
On-Chip Pullup Resistor for DIS
16-Pin, 3mm x 3mm Thin QFN Package

Applications/Uses

10G Ethernet LX4 Modules
1G/2G Fibre Channel SFF/SFP Transceiver Modules
Gigabit Ethernet SFF/SFP Transceiver Modules
Multirate OC-3 to OC-48 FEC SFF/SFP Transceiver Modules

Key Specifications:

Laser Drivers

Part Number

Target Oper. Range
(Gbps)

Data Rate
(Mbps)

V_SUPPLY
(V)

I_CC
(mA)

I/O Type

I_MOD
(mA)

I_BIAS
(mA)

Package/Pins

Budgetary Price

min

max

typ

max

See Notes

MAX3736

1 to 4.5

3200

3.3

CML

100

TQFN/16

$4.38 @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 Application Circuit

Application Notes

Application Note 3257		Using DS3902 in Low Cost Optical Modules
Application Note 4222		DS1863; DS1865; DS1875: How to Interface to MAX3736 Compact Laser Driver

Reliability Reports

Reliability Report:	MAX3736.pdf
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Software/Models

MAX3736 SPICE Input/Output Model

MAX3736ETE IBIS Model

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Temperature:

Tape and Reel

Sample

Part Number	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Recommended Replacement	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX3736E/D		N/A	No Longer Available	MAX3736ETE+	DICE SALES;NA pin;DICE; Land Pattern: Not Applicable Use pkgcode/variation: DICE*		See data sheet
MAX3736ETE			Active		TQFN;16 pin;9.6 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0136 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0030 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: T1633-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX3736ETE+			Active		TQFN;16 pin;9.6 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0136 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0030 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: T1633+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX3736ETE+T			Active		TQFN;16 pin;9.6 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0136 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0030 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: T1633+2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free Materials Analysis
MAX3736ETE-T			Active		TQFN;16 pin;9.6 mm² Outline Drawing:21-0136 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0030 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: T1633-2*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX3736EVKIT			Active		KIT; Land Pattern: Not Available		See data sheet

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