MAX1837
PRODUCTION24V Internal Switch, 100% Duty Cycle, Step-Down Converters
- Part Models
- 8
- 1ku List Price
- Starting From $3.12
Overview
- 4.5V to 24V Input Voltage Range
- Preset 3.3V or 5V Output
- Adjustable Output from 1.25V to VIN
- Output Currents Up to 125mA (MAX1836) or 250mA (MAX1837)
- Efficiency Over 90%
- 12µA Quiescent Current
- 3µA Shutdown Current
- 100% Maximum Duty Cycle for Low Dropout
- Small 6-Pin SOT23 and TDFN Packages
The MAX1836/MAX1837 high-efficiency step-down converters provide a preset 3.3V or 5V output voltage from supply voltages as high as 24V. Using external feedback resistors, the output voltage can be adjusted from 1.25V to VIN. An internal current-limited switching MOSFET delivers load currents up to 125mA (MAX1836) or 250mA (MAX1837).
The unique current-limited control scheme, operating with duty cycles up to 100%, minimizes the dropout voltage (120mV at 100mA). Additionally, this control scheme reduces supply current under light loads to 12µA. High switching frequencies allow the use of tiny surface-mount inductors and output capacitors.
The MAX1836/MAX1837 step-down converters with internal switching MOSFETs are available in 6-pin SOT23 and 3mm x 3mm TDFN packages, making them ideal for low-cost, low-power, space-sensitive applications. For increased output drive capability, use the MAX1776 step-down converter that uses an internal 24V switch to deliver up to 500mA. For even higher currents, use the MAX1626/MAX1627 step-down controllers that drive an external P-channel MOSFET to deliver up to 20W.
Applications
- 4mA to 20mA Loop Power Supplies
- 9V Battery Systems
- Backup Supplies
- Distributed Power Systems
- Handheld Devices
- Industrial Control Supplies
- Notebook Computers
Documentation
Data Sheet 1
User Guide 1
Technical Articles 2
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| Part Model | Pin/Package Drawing | Documentation | CAD Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models |
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| MAX1837ETT33+ | Thin Dual Flatpack No Leads, Exposed Pad | ||
| MAX1837ETT33+T | Thin Dual Flatpack No Leads, Exposed Pad | ||
| MAX1837ETT50+ | Thin Dual Flatpack No Leads, Exposed Pad | ||
| MAX1837ETT50+T | Thin Dual Flatpack No Leads, Exposed Pad | ||
| MAX1837EUT33+ | SOT_23 | ||
| MAX1837EUT33+T | SOT_23 | ||
| MAX1837EUT50+ | SOT_23 | ||
| MAX1837EUT50+T | SOT_23 |
| Part Models | Product Lifecycle | PCN |
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Aug 2, 2025 - 2505 PIN/ERRATA |
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| MAX1837ETT33+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX1837ETT50+ | PRODUCTION | |
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Jun 20, 2016 - 1612 ASSEMBLY |
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| MAX1837ETT33+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX1837ETT33+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX1837ETT50+ | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX1837ETT50+T | PRODUCTION | |
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Apr 20, 2026 - 2571D PIN/ERRATA |
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| MAX1837ETT50+T | PRODUCTION | |
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Apr 20, 2026 - 2571C PIN/ERRATA |
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| MAX1837EUT33+T | PRODUCTION | |
| MAX1837EUT50+T | PRODUCTION | |
This is the most up-to-date revision of the Data Sheet.
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