1.2W, Low-EMI, Filterless, Class D Audio Amplifier
1.2W, Low-EMI, Filterless, Class D Audio Amplifiers Provide Class AB Amplifier Performance with Class D Efficiency, Conserving Board Space and Extending Battery Life
The MAX9700 mono class D audio power amplifier provides
class AB amplifier performance with class D efficiency,
conserving board space and extending battery
life. Using a class D architecture, the MAX9700 delivers
1.2W into an 8Ω load while offering efficiencies above 90%. A patented, low-EMI modulation scheme renders
the traditional class D output filter unnecessary.
The MAX9700 offers two modulation schemes: a fixed-frequency
(FFM) mode, and a spread-spectrum mode that reduces EMI-radiated emissions due to the modulation frequency. Furthermore, the MAX9700 oscillator
can be synchronized to an external clock through
the SYNC input, allowing the switching frequency to be
user defined. The SYNC input also allows multiple
MAX9700s to be cascaded and frequency locked, minimizing
interference due to clock intermodulation. The
device utilizes a fully differential architecture, a full-bridged
output, and full-bridged comprehensive click-and-pop suppression.
The gain of the MAX9700 is set internally
(MAX9700A: 6dB, MAX9700B: 12dB, MAX9700C:
15.6dB, MAX9700D: 20dB), further reducing external
component count.
The MAX9700 features high 72dB PSRR, a low 0.01%
THD+N, and SNR in excess of 90dB. Short-circuit and
thermal-overload protection prevent the device from
damage during a fault condition. The MAX9700 is available
in 10-pin TDFN (3mm x 3mm x 0.8mm), 10-pin µMAX® and 12-bump UCSP™ (1.5mm x 2mm x 0.6mm)
packages. The MAX9700 is specified over the extended
-40°C to +85°C temperature range.
Key Features
Applications/Uses
Filterless Amplifier Passes FCC Radiated Emissions Standards with 100mm of Cable
Unique Spread-Spectrum Mode Offers 5dB Emissions Improvement Over Conventional Methods
Optional External SYNC Input
Simple Master-Slave Setup for Stereo Operation
94% Efficiency
1.2W into 8Ω
Low 0.01% THD+N
High PSRR (72dB at 217Hz)
Integrated Click-and-Pop Suppression
Low Quiescent Current (4mA)
Low-Power Shutdown Mode (0.1µA)
Short-Circuit and Thermal-Overload Protection
Available in Thermally Efficient, Space-Saving Packages
Notes: *This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in
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