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Description

The MAX1742/MAX1842 constant-off-time, pulse-width- modulated (PWM) step-down DC-DC converters are ideal for use in 5V and 3.3V to low-voltage conversion necessary in notebook and subnotebook computers. These devices feature internal synchronous rectification for high efficiency and reduced component count. They require no external Schottky diode. The internal 90mΩ PMOS power switch and 70mΩ NMOS synchronous-rectifier switch easily deliver continuous load currents up to 1A. The MAX1742/MAX1842 produce a preset 2.5V, 1.8V, or 1.5V output voltage or an adjustable output from 1.1V to VIN. They achieve efficiencies as high as 95%. The MAX1742/MAX1842 use a unique current-mode, constant-off-time, PWM control scheme, which includes Idle Mode™ to maintain high efficiency during light-load operation. The programmable constant-off-time architecture sets switching frequencies up to 1MHz, allowing the user to optimize performance trade-offs between efficiency, output switching noise, component size, and cost. Both devices are designed for continuous output currents up to 1A. The MAX1742 uses a peak current limit of 1.3A (min) and is suitable for applications requiring small external component size and high efficiency. The MAX1842 has a higher current limit of 3.1A (min) and is intended for applications requiring an occasional burst of output current up to 2.7A. Both devices also feature an adjustable soft-start to limit surge currents during startup, a 100% duty cycle mode for low-dropout operation, and a low-power shutdown mode that disconnects the input from the output and reduces supply current below 1µA. The MAX1742/MAX1842 are available in 16-pin QSOP packages. For similar devices that provide continuous output currents up to 2A and 3A, refer to the MAX1644 and MAX1623 data sheets.

An evaluation kit is available:  MAX1742EVKIT, MAX1842EVKIT  

Key Features		Applications/Uses
±1% Output Accuracy 95% Efficiency Internal PMOS and NMOS Switches 90mΩ On-Resistance at VIN = 4.5V 110mΩ On-Resistance at VIN = 3V Output Voltage 2.5V, 1.8V, or 1.5V Pin Selectable 1.1V to VIN Adjustable 3V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range 600µA (max) Operating Supply Current <1µA Shutdown Supply Current Programmable Constant-Off-Time Operation 1MHz (max) Switching Frequency Idle-Mode Operation at Light Loads Thermal Shutdown Adjustable Soft-Start Inrush Current Limiting 100% Duty Cycle During Low-Dropout Operation Output Short-Circuit Protection 16-Pin QSOP Package		5V or 3.3V to Low-Voltage Conversion Chipset Supplies CPU I/O Ring Notebook and Subnotebook Computers

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Application Notes

Application Note 1897: Building a Power Supply That Works - MAX1742 Application Note 2391: Dual Voltage Tracking Circuit for I/O, Microprocessor, and DSP Core Voltages - MAX1842

Evaluation Kits

MAX1742EVKIT, MAX1842EVKIT

Reliability Reports

Reliability Report: MAX1742.pdf Show FIT data for: MAX1742 MAX1842 Request Reliability Report for: MAX1842

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Notes: Other options and links for purchasing parts are listed at: http://www.maxim-ic.com/sales. Didn't Find What You Need? Ask our applications engineers. Expert assistance in finding parts, usually within one business day. Part number suffixes: T or T&R = tape and reel;+ = RoHS/lead-free;# = RoHS/lead-exempt. More: SeeFull Data Sheet or Part 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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MAX1742	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT   DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX1742EEE			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
MAX1742EEE-T			Active	QSOP;16 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing: 21-0055 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0167 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: E16-5*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX1742EEE+			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
MAX1742EEE+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
MAX1842	Free Sample	Buy	Status	Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT   DRAWING CODE/VAR *	Temp	RoHS/Lead-Free? Materials Analysis
MAX1842EEE			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
MAX1842EEE-T			Active	QSOP;16 pin;30.9 mm² Outline Drawing: 21-0055 (PDF) Land Pattern: 90-0167 (PDF) Use pkgcode/variation: E16-5*	-40°C to +85°C	RoHS/Lead-Free: No Materials Analysis
MAX1842EEE+			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
MAX1842EEE+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

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