19-0115; Rev 6; 4/09
Ultra Low-Power,
Single/Dual-Supply Comparators
_______________General Description
____________________________Features
♦ µMAX® Package—Smallest 8-Pin SO
The MAX921–MAX924 single, dual, and quad micro-
power, low-voltage comparators feature the lowest
power consumption available. These comparators draw
less than 4µA supply current over temperature
(MAX921/MAX922), and include an internal 1.182V
1ꢀ voltage reference, programmable hysteresis, and
TTL/CMOS outputs that sink and source current.
(MAX921/MAX922/MAX923)
♦ Ultra-Low 4µA Max Quiescent Current
Over Extended Temp. Range (MAX921)
♦ Power Supplies:
Single +2.5V to +11V
Dual 1.25V to 5.5V
Ideal for 3V or 5V single-supply applications, the
MAX921–MAX924 operate from a single +2.5V to +11V
supply (or a 1.25V to 5V dual supply), and each
comparator’s input voltage range swings from the
negative supply rail to within 1.3V of the positive
supply.
♦ Input Voltage Range Includes Negative Supply
♦ Internal 1.182V 1ꢀ ꢁandgap Reꢂerence
♦ Adjustable Hysteresis
♦ TTL/CMOS-Compatible Outputs
The MAX921–MAX924’s unique output stage con-
tinuously sources as much as 40mA. And by eliminating
power-supply glitches that commonly occur when com-
parators change logic states, the MAX921–MAX924
minimize parasitic feedback, which makes them easier to
use.
♦ 12µs Propagation Delay (10mV Overdrive)
♦ No Switching Crowbar Current
♦ 40mA Continuous Source Current
The single MAX921 and dual MAX923 provide a unique
and simple method for adding hysteresis without
feedback and complicated equations, simply by using
the HYST pin and two resistors.
Ordering Information
PART
TEMP RANGE
0°C to +70°C
0°C to +70°C
0°C to +70°C
0°C to +70°C
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
-55°C to +125°C
PIN-PACKAGE
8 Plastic DIP
8 SO
MAX921CPA
MAX921CSA
MAX921CUA
MAX921C/D
MAX921EPA
MAX921ESA
MAX921MJA
8 µMAX
Dice*
8 Plastic DIP
8 SO
8 CERDIP
Ordering Information continued at end of data sheet.
*Dice are tested at T = +25°C, DC parameters only.
**Contact factory for availability.
A
8-Pin
DIP/SO/µMAX
MAX921
MAX922
MAX923
MAX924
Yes
No
1
2
2
4
Yes
No
__________Typical Operating Circuit
8-Pin
DIP/SO/µMAX
V
IN
8-Pin
DIP/SO/µMAX
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
7
V+
16-Pin
DIP/SO/µMAX
3
IN+
OUT 8
4 IN-
________________________Applications
HYST
5
Battery-Powered Systems
Threshold Detectors
Window Comparators
Oscillator Circuits
MAX921
6 REF
GND
1
V-
2
THRESHOLD DETECTOR
µMAX is a registered trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
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