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E V A L U A T I O N K I T A V A I L A B L E
MAX14850
Six-Channel Digital Isolator
General Description
Benefits and Features
The MAX14850 is a six-channel digital isolator utilizing
Maxim’s proprietary process technology, whose mono-
lithic design provides a compact and low-cost transfer
of digital signals between circuits with different power
domains. The technology enables low power consumption
and stable high-temperature performance.
S Protection from High-Voltage Environments
600V
Isolation for 60 Seconds
RMS
Short-Circuit Protection on Unidirectional
Outputs
S Complete Digital Isolation Solution
Four Unidirectional Signal Paths: 2-In/2-Out
Two Bidirectional Open-Drain Signal Paths
50Mbps (max) Unidirectional Data Rate
2Mbps (max) Bidirectional Data Rate
The four unidirectional channels are each capable of
DC to 50Mbps, with two of the four channels passing
data across the isolation barrier in each direction. The
two bidirectional channels are open drain and each is
capable of data rates from DC to 2Mbps.
S Compatible with Many Interface Standards
I2C With Clock Stretching
SPI
Independent 3.0V to 5.5V supplies on each side of the
isolator also make it suitable for use as a level translator.
The MAX14850 can be used for isolating SPI busses, I2C
busses with clock stretching, RS-232, RS-485/RS-422
busses, and general-purpose isolation. When used as
a bus isolator, extra channels are available for power
monitoring and reset signals.
RS-232, RS-422/RS-485
SMBus, PMBus Interfaces
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
The MAX14850 is available in a narrow body,16-pin SO
(10mm x 4mm) package. The SO package is specified
over the -40NC to +125NC automotive temperature range.
Applications
Typical Operating Circuits
Industrial Control Systems
I2C, SPI, SMBus, PMBusK Interfaces
Isolated RS-232, RS-485/RS-422
Telecommunication Systems
Battery Management
0.1µF
0.1µF
3.3V
5V
V
V
CCB
CCA
Medical Systems
R
R
PUA
R
PUB
R
PUB
PUA
MAX14850
GPIO1
GPIO2
SCLK
MOSI
MISO
GPIO3
I/OA1
I/OA2
INA1
I/OB1
RST
I/OB2
OUTB1
OUTB2
INB1
CS
SCLK ADC
MOSI
µC
INA2
OUTA1
OUTA2
MISO
V
MONITOR
CCB
INB2
GNDA GNDB
For related parts and recommended products to use with this part,
600V
RMS
ISOLATION
refer to: www.maxim-ic.com/MAX14850.related
Typical Operating Circuits continued at end of data sheet.
PMBus is a trademark of SMIF, Inc.
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