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MAX1818 Evaluation Kit
General Description
The MAX1818 linear regulator evaluation kit (EV kit) pro-
vides a regulated +1.8V output voltage from a +2.5V to
+5.5V input source. It delivers up to 500mA output current.
Features
ꢀ +2.5V to +5.5V Input Voltage Range
ꢀ Up to 500mA Output Current
ꢀ Output Voltage
The EV kit is a fully assembled and tested surface-
mount PC board. It can also evaluate other preset volt-
ages and other output voltages in the +1.25V to +5.0V
range by using external resistors.
+1.8V Fixed Output Voltage (MAX1818EUT18)
+1.25 to +5.0V Adjustable Output Voltage
(External Divider)
ꢀ Power-OK Output
ꢀ 6-Pin SOT23 Package
ꢀ Surface-Mount Construction
ꢀ Fully Assembled and Tested
Component List
DESIGNATION QTY
DESCRIPTION
1µF 10%, 10V X7R ceramic
capacitor (0805)
C1
1
Taiyo Yuden LMK212BJ105KG
Ordering Information
4.7µF 20%, 6.3V X5R ceramic
capacitor (0805)
PART
TEMP. RANGE
IC-PACKAGE
C2
1
Taiyo Yuden JMK212BJ475MG or
TDK C2012X5R0J475M
MAX1818EVKIT
0 C to +70 C
6 SOT23
Note: To evaluate the MAX1818EUT15, /20, /25, /33, or /50,
request a MAX1818EUT15, /20, /25, /33, or /50 free sample with
the MAX1818 EV kit. Refer to soldering information in Absolute
Maximum Rating section of MAX1818 data sheet for mass
production solder reflow advice.
R1
R2
0
0
Not installed (0603)
Not installed, pads shorted with PC
trace (0603)
R3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
100k
5% resistor (0603)
U1
MAX1818EUT18 (6-pin SOT23)
3-pin header
Quick Start
The MAX1818 EV Kit is fully assembled and tested.
Follow these steps to verify board operation.
JU1
None
None
None
None
Shunt
MAX1818 PC board
MAX1818 EV kit data sheet
MAX1818 data sheet
Do not turn on the power supply until all connec-
tions are completed.
1) Verify that the shunt is across pins 1 and 2 of
jumper JU1 (SHDN) (Table 1).
2) Connect a voltmeter to the VOUT pad. Connect the
ground to the GND pad closest to VOUT.
3) Connect a +2.5V to +5.5V supply to the VIN pad.
Connect the supply ground to the GND pad closest
to VIN.
Component Suppliers
SUPPLIER
Taiyo Yuden
TDK
PHONE
FAX
4) Turn on the power supply, and verify that the output
is the preset voltage: +1.8V.
408-573-4150
847-390-4373
408-573-4159
847-390-4428
To evaluate other voltages, refer to Evaluating Other
Output Voltages.
Note: Please indicate that you are using the MAX1818 when
contacting these component suppliers.
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For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.