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Evaluates: MAX25200, MAX25201
MAX25201 Evaluation Kit
General Description
Quick Start
The MAX25201 evaluation kit (EV kit) is a fully assembled
and tested application circuit that simplifies the evaluation
of the MAX25201 400kHz, 36V boost controller. All
installed components are rated for the automotive
temperature range. Various test points and jumpers are
included for evaluation.
Required Equipment
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MAX25201 EV kit
30V, 25A DC power supply (PS1)
One voltmeter (VM1)
One electronic load, 200W capable (EL1)
The standard EV kit comes with the installed MAX25201
(24V, 400kHz) and can also be used to evaluate other
MAX25201 variants with minimal component changes
shown in the MAX25201 EV Kit Bill of Materials.
Procedure
The EV kit is fully assembled and tested. Follow the steps
below to verify board operation.
Caution: Do not turn on the power supply until all
connections are completed.
Benefits and Features
● 4.5V to 42V Input Supply Range
1) Verify that all jumpers are in their default positions as
shown in Table 1.
● Input Voltage Range Extended down to 2V after
Initial Startup
2) Preset the output voltage of PS1 to 14V. Disable
PS1 output.
● Boost Output Voltages Adjustable Between 4.5V and
3) Turn off the EL1 and preset the load to 4A.
4) Connect the positive terminal of EL1 to OUT; connect
the negative terminal of EL1 to GND2.
5) Connect the positive terminal of PS1 to the SUP;
connect the negative terminal of PS1 to GND1.
6) Connect the positive terminal of VM1 to OUT;
connect the negative terminal of VM1 to GND6.
7) Enable the power supply output.
60V via External Resistors
● Boost Fixed Output Voltage Available with Minor
Component Changes
● ±2% Output Voltage Accuracy
● Frequency-Synchronization Input
● Enable Input
● Voltage-Monitoring PGOOD Output
8) Enable the electronic load EL1.
9) Verify that the voltmeter on OUT measures
approximately 24V.
● Jumpers and Test Points on Key Nodes for Simplified
Evaluation
● Proven PCB Layout
● Fully Assembled and Tested
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
319-100422; Rev 0; 8/19