MAX14521E

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Quad, High-Voltage EL Lamp Driver with I²C Interface

Simple and Flexible Multichannel EL Driver with Reduced Audible Noise and High Brightness

Data Sheet (Rev. 4) Product Selection Table

Part Models: 2
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Overview

Integration Reduces Required Board Space
- Integrated ±15kV ESD Protection
- Low Number of Needed Discrete Components
- 4mm x 4mm, 24-Pin TQFN Package
Enhances Lamp Performance
- 300V_P-P Maximum Output for Highest Brightness
- ±3% EL Output Frequency Accuracy for Truest EL Panel Color
- Individually Adjustable Output Brightness Ramping Rate and Individual Dimming Control
- Audio Input for Dynamic Lighting Effects
- I²C Interface for Control of Brightness, EL Frequency, Boost Frequency, Shape
Eases System Integration
- Sinusoidal Output for Low Audible Noise
- High-Frequency Spread-Spectrum Oscillator Reduces EMI/EFI Generation
Ideal for Battery-Powered Devices
- 100nA Shutdown Current
- 2.7V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range

The MAX14521E is a quad-output high-voltage DC-AC converter that drives four electroluminescent (EL) lamps. The device features a 2.7V to 5.5V input range that allows the device to accept a variety of voltage sources such as single-cell lithium-ion (Li+) batteries. The lamp outputs of the device generate up to 300V_P-P for maximum lamp brightness. The high-voltage outputs are ESD protected up to ±15kV Human Body Model (HBM), ±6kV Contact Discharge, and ±8kV Air Gap Discharge, as specified in IEC 61000-4-2.

The MAX14521E uses a high-voltage full-bridge output stage to convert the high voltage generated by the boost converter to a sinusoidal output waveform. The MAX14521E utilizes a high-frequency spread-spectrum oscillator to reduce the amount of EMI/EFI generated by the boost-converter circuit.

The MAX14521E provides an I²C interface to set the boost converter and EL output switching frequencies through an 8-bit register and the peak output voltages with 5 bits of resolution. The MAX14521E also provides an adjustable automatic ramping feature that slowly increases or decreases the peak output voltage when a change is made to the output amplitude. The slew rate of the automatic ramp is set with 3 bits of resolution through the I²C interface and it is independent for each channel. The MAX14521E features an audio auxiliary input AUX that modulates the EL output voltage and frequency for dynamic lighting effects.

The MAX14521E is available in a small, 4mm x 4mm, 24-pin TQFN package, and specified over the extended -40°C to +85°C operating temperature range.

Applications

Keypad Backlighting
LCD Backlighting
PDAs
Smartphones

Part Models: 2
1ku List Price: Starting From $5.14

Documentation

Data Sheet 1

MAX14521E: Quad, High-Voltage EL Lamp Driver with I²C Interface Data Sheet (Rev.4) 01/10/2020

Reliability Data 1

MAX14521E Reliability Data 01/12/2023

ADI has always placed the highest emphasis on delivering products that meet the maximum levels of quality and reliability. We achieve this by incorporating quality and reliability checks in every scope of product and process design, and in the manufacturing process as well. "Zero defects" for shipped products is always our goal. View our quality and reliability program and certifications for more information.

Part Model	Pin/Package Drawing	Documentation	CAD Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models
MAX14521EETG+	Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads	Material Declaration Reliablity Data Package Resources	Ultra Librarian SamacSys
MAX14521EETG+T	Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads	Material Declaration Reliablity Data Package Resources	Ultra Librarian SamacSys

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Evaluation Kits

Evaluation Kit for the MAX14521E

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Features and Benefits

Wide 2.7V to 5.5V Supply Range
Windows 2000/XP- and Windows Vista (32-Bit)-Compatible Software
USB-PC Connection (Cable Included)
USB Powered
Lead(Pb)-Free and RoHS Compliant
I²C Interface Terminals
Proven PCB Layout
Fully Assembled and Tested

Product Details

The MAX14521E evaluation kit (EV kit) provides a proven design to evaluate the MAX14521E quad, high-voltage EL lamp drivers. The EV kit also includes Windows® 2000/XP- and Windows Vista®-compatible software that provides a simple graphical user interface (GUI) for exercising the features of the MAX14521E.

The MAX14521E EV kit PCB comes with a MAX14521EETG+ installed.