MAX16936
PRODUCTION36V, 220kHz to 2.2MHz Step-Down Converters with 28µA Quiescent Current
2.5A Automotive Buck with FPWM Capability at Light Loads for EMI Management
- Part Models
- 12
- 1ku List Price
- Starting From $4.25
Overview
- Integration and High-Switching Frequency Saves Space
- Integrated 2.5A High-Side Switch
- Low-BOM-Count Current-Mode Control Architecture
- Fixed Output Voltage with ±2% Accuracy (5V/3.3V) or Externally Resistor Adjustable (1V to 10V)
- 220kHz to 2.2MHz Switching Frequency with Three Operation Modes (Skip Mode, Forced Fixed-Frequency Operation, and External Frequency Synchronization)
- Automatic LX Slew-Rate Adjustment for Optimum Efficiency Across Operating Frequency Range
- 180° Out-of-Phase Clock Output at SYNCOUT Enables Cascaded Power Supplies for Increased Power Output
- Spread-Spectrum Frequency Modulation Reduces EMI Emissions
- Wide Input Voltage Range Supports Automotive Applications
- 3.5V to 36V Input Voltage Range
- Enable Input Compatible from 3.3V Logic Level to 42V
- Robust Performance Supports Wide Range of Automotive Applications
- 42V Load-Dump Protection
- -40°C to +125°C Automotive Temperature Range
- Thermal-Shutdown Protection
- AEC-Q100 Qualified
- Power-Good Output Allows Power-Supply Sequencing
- Tight Overvoltage Protection Provides Smaller Overshoot Voltages (MAX16938)
The MAX16936/MAX16938 are 2.5A current-mode step-down converters with integrated high-side and low-side MOSFETs designed to operate with an external Schottky diode for better efficiency. The low-side MOSFET enables fixed-frequency forced-PWM (FPWM) operation under light-load applications. The devices operate with input voltages from 3.5V to 36V, while using only 28µA quiescent current at no load. The switching frequency is resistor programmable from 220kHz to 2.2MHz and can be synchronized to an external clock. The devices’ output voltage is available as 5V/3.3V fixed or adjustable from 1V to 10V. The wide input voltage range along with its ability to operate at 98% duty cycle during undervoltage transients make the devices ideal for automotive and industrial applications.
Under light-load applications, the FSYNC logic input allows the devices to either operate in skip mode for reduced current consumption or fixed-frequency FPWM mode to eliminate frequency variation to minimize EMI. Fixed-frequency FPWM mode is extremely useful for power supplies designed for RF transceivers where tight emission control is necessary. Protection features include cycle-by-cycle current limit and thermal shutdown with automatic recovery. Additional features include a power-good monitor to ease power-supply sequencing and a 180° out-of-phase clock output relative to the internal oscillator at SYNCOUT to create cascaded power supplies with multiple devices.
The MAX16936/MAX16938 operates over the -40°C to +125°C automotive temperature range and are available in 16-pin TSSOP-EP and 5mm × 5mm, 16-pin TQFN-EP packages.
Applications
- Distributed DC Power Systems
- Navigation and Radio Head Units
- Point of Load Applications
Documentation
Data Sheet 1
Technical Articles 1
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| Part Model | Pin/Package Drawing | Documentation | CAD Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models |
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| MAX16936RATEA/V+ | Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads | ||
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CA | Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads | ||
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CU | Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads | ||
| MAX16936RATEA/V+T | Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads | ||
| MAX16936SATEA/V+ | 16-Lead TQFN (5mm x 5mm x 0.75mm) | ||
| MAX16936SATEA/V+T | 16-Lead TQFN (5mm x 5mm x 0.75mm) | ||
| MAX16936SATEB/V+ | Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads | ||
| MAX16936SATEB/V+T | Thin Quad Flatpack, No Leads | ||
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+ | TSSOP_4.4 / TSSOP_6.1 | ||
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+T | TSSOP_4.4 / TSSOP_6.1 | ||
| MAX16936SAUEB/V+ | TSSOP_4.4 / TSSOP_6.1 | ||
| MAX16936SAUEB/V+T | TSSOP_4.4 / TSSOP_6.1 |
| Part Models | Product Lifecycle | PCN |
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Jun 18, 2021 - 2161 ASSEMBLY |
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| MAX16936RATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CA | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CU | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEB/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEB/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
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Oct 20, 2017 - 1662 WAFER FAB |
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| MAX16936RATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CA | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CU | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEB/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEB/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEB/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEB/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
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Jan 15, 2015 - 1486 WAFER FAB |
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| MAX16936RATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+CA | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936RATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEB/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEB/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
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Feb 11, 2025 - 2455B ASSEMBLY |
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| MAX16936SATEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SATEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEA/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
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Jul 13, 2022 - 2236A ASSEMBLY |
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| MAX16936SAUEB/V+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX16936SAUEB/V+T | PRODUCTION | |
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