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MAX6920
12-Output, 76V, Serial-Interfaced VFD Tube Driver

76V, 12- and 20-Output, Serial-Interfaced VFD Drivers Continuously Source 40mA with Slew-Rate Limiting to Reduce EMI


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Description
The MAX6920 is a 12-output, 76V, vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) tube driver that interfaces a multiplexed VFD tube to a VFD controller such as the MAX6850-MAX6853 or to a microcontroller. The MAX6920 is also ideal for driving either static VFD tubes or telecom relays.

Data is inputted using an industry-standard 4-wire serial interface (CLOCK, DATA, LOAD, BLANK) for compatibility with both industry-standard drivers and Maxim's VFD controllers.

For easy display control, the active-high BLANK input forces all driver outputs low, turning the display off, and automatically puts the MAX6920 into shutdown mode. Display intensity may also be controlled by pulse-width modulating the BLANK input.

The MAX6920 has a serial interface data output pin, DOUT, allowing any number of devices to be cascaded on the same serial interface.

The MAX6920 is available in a 20-pin SO package. Maxim also offers VFD drivers with either 20 (MAX6921/MAX6931) or 32 outputs (MAX6922 and MAX6932).

Key Features   Applications/Uses
  • 5MHz Industry-Standard 4-Wire Serial Interface
  • 3V to 5.5V Logic Supply Range
  • 8V to 76V Grid/Anode Supply Range
  • Push-Pull CMOS High-Voltage Outputs
  • Outputs can Source 40mA, Sink 4mA Continuously
  • Outputs can Source 75mA Repetitive Pulses
  • Outputs can be Paralleled for Higher Current Drive
  • Any Output can be Used as a Grid or an Anode Driver
  • Blank Input Simplifies PWM Intensity Control
  • Small 20-Pin SO Package
  • -40°C to +125°C Temperature Range

 
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    Key Specifications:   VFD Display Drivers
    Part Number Features Controller or Driver Display Type Interface Cursor Control Blink Control Supply Voltage (V) RoHS Available Industry Qualified Package Smallest Available Package (max w/pins) (mm2) Price**
    MAX6920 
    Cascadeable
    Outputs may be paralleled
    Push-pull 40mA CMOS outputs
    Driver Any type Serial 4-Wire No No 8.0 to 76.0 Yes Automotive - General SOIC/20
    THIN QFN/20
    26 $1.79 @ 1k
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    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.

    Application Notes
  • Application Note 1154: Vacuum-Fluorescent-Display (VFD) Tube Manufacturers' Web Sites - MAX6920

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    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. More: SeeFull Data Sheet or Part 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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    Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT
      DRAWING CODE/VAR *
    Temp RoHS/Lead-Free?
    Materials Analysis
    MAX6920AWP+  
    SOIC;20 pin;138 mm²
    Dwg: 21-0042B (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: W20+2*
    -40°C to +125°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
    Materials Analysis
    MAX6920AWP+T  
    SOIC;20 pin;138 mm²
    Dwg: 21-0042B (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: W20+2*
    -40°C to +125°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
    Materials Analysis
    MAX6920AWP  
    SOIC;20 pin;138 mm²
    Dwg: 21-0042B (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: W20-2*
    -40°C to +125°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
    Materials Analysis
    MAX6920AWP-T  



    -40°C to +125°C See data sheet
    MAX6920ATP+  
    THIN QFN;20 pin;26 mm²
    Dwg: 21-0140L (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: T2055+4*
    -40°C to +125°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
    Materials Analysis
    MAX6920ATP+T  



    -40°C to +125°C See data sheet

    More Information
  • New Product Press Release 2003-10-28 

    Related Products
    MAX6921, MAX6931 20-Output, 76V, Serial-Interfaced VFD Tube Drivers

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    Document Ref.: 19-3061; Rev 0; 2003-11-14
    This page last modified: 2008-06-03




             


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