19-3700; Rev 0; 3/08
16V Class G Amplifier with
P-P
Inverting Boost Converter
MAX9738
General Description
Features
The MAX9738 features a mono Class G power amplifi-
er with an integrated inverting boost converter. The
Class G amplifier is specifically designed to drive the
high capacitance of a ceramic/piezoelectric loud-
speaker. The inverting boost converter can typically
supply up to 400mA of peak output current, allowing
♦ Integrated Inverting Boost Converter
♦ 2.7V to 5.5V Single-Supply Operation
♦ 16V
Output Voltage Swing, Ideal for Driving a
P-P
Ceramic Speaker
♦ Maintains Output Voltage Swing as the Battery
for a constant output of 16V
supply voltage range.
over the 2.7V to 5.5V
Decays
P-P
♦ Clickless/Popless Operation
The MAX9738 maximizes battery life by offering high-
performance efficiency. Maxim’s proprietary output
stage provides efficiency levels greater than Class AB
devices without the EMI penalties commonly associat-
ed with Class D amplifiers.
♦ Small, Thermally Efficient 5x4 WLP Package
(2.5mm x 2mm)
Applications
Cellular Phones
Smartphones
MP3 Players
Handheld Gaming
Consoles
Notebook Computers
The MAX9738 is ideally suited to deliver the high output
voltage swing required to drive ceramic/piezoelectric
speakers.
Personal Media
Players
The device utilizes fully differential inputs and outputs,
comprehensive click-and-pop suppression, shutdown
control, and soft-start circuitry. The MAX9738 is fully
specified over the -40°C to +85°C extended tempera-
ture range and is available in an ultra-small, lead-free
5x4 WLP (2.5mm x 2mm) package.
Ordering Information
PIN-
PACKAGE
PART
TEMP RANGE
MAX9738EWP+TG45
-40°C to +85°C
5x4 WLP
Typical Application Circuit/Functional Diagram and Pin
Configuration appear at end of data sheet.
+Denotes a lead-free package.
T = Tape and reel.
G45 indicates protective die coating.
Simplified Block Diagram
V
DD
V
DD
V
BAT
V
SS
ISET
BST
INVERTING
BOOST
CONVERTER
LX
FB+
OUT+
OUT-
IN+
+
CLASS G
OUTPUT
STAGE
IN-
-
FB-
GND
MAX9738
PIEZOELECTRIC
SPEAKER
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