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28V, PWM, Step-Up DC-DC Converter
MAX618
General Description
Features
The MAX618 CMOS, PWM, step-up DC-DC converter
generates output voltages up to 28V and accepts
inputs from +3V to +28V. An internal 2A, 0.3Ω switch
eliminates the need for external power MOSFETs while
supplying output currents up to 500mA or more. A
PWM control scheme combined with Idle Mode™ oper-
ation at light loads minimizes noise and ripple while
maximizing efficiency over a wide load range. No-load
operating current is 500µA, which allows efficiency up
to 93%.
o Adjustable Output Voltage Up to +28V
o Up to 93% Efficiency
o Wide Input Voltage Range (+3V to +28V)
o Up to 500mA Output Current at +12V
o 500µA Quiescent Supply Current
o 3µA Shutdown Current
o 250kHz Switching Frequency
o Small 1W, 16-Pin QSOP Package
A fast 250kHz switching frequency allows the use of
small surface-mount inductors and capacitors. A shut-
down mode extends battery life when the device is not
in use. Adaptive slope compensation allows the
MAX618 to accommodate a wide range of input and
output voltages with a simple, single compensation
capacitor.
The MAX618 is available in a thermally enhanced 16-
pin QSOP package that is the same size as an industry-
standard 8-pin SO but dissipates up to 1W. An
evaluation kit (MAX618EVKIT) is available to help
speed designs.
Ordering Information
PART
TEMP. RANGE
-40°C to +85°C
PIN-PACKAGE
16 QSOP
MAX618EEE+
+Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
Applications
Automotive-Powered DC-DC Converters
Industrial +24V and +28V Systems
LCD Displays
Typical Operating Circuit
Palmtop Computers
Pin Configuration
V
V
IN
OUT
IN
LX
3V TO 28V
UP TO 28V
TOP VIEW
+
GND
LX
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
16 GND
15 PGND
14 PGND
13 PGND
12 GND
11 VL
MAX618
SHDN
PGND
LX
LX
MAX618
VL
FB
SHDN
COMP
FB
10 IN
COMP
GND
GND
9
GND
QSOP
Idle Mode is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products.
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