Overview

Features and Benefits

  • Integrated Inverting Boost Converter
  • 2.7V to 5.5V Single-Supply Operation
  • 16VP-P Output Voltage Swing, Ideal for Driving a Ceramic Speaker
  • Maintains Output Voltage Swing as the Battery Decays
  • Clickless/Popless Operation
  • Small, Thermally Efficient 5x4 WLP Package (2.5mm x 2mm)

Product Details

The MAX9738 features a mono Class G power amplifier 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 for a constant output of 16VP-P over the 2.7V to 5.5V supply voltage range.

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 associated with Class D amplifiers.

The MAX9738 is ideally suited to deliver the high output voltage swing required to drive ceramic/piezoelectric speakers.

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 temperature range and is available in an ultra-small, lead-free 5x4 WLP (2.5mm x 2mm) package.

Applications

  • Cellular Phones
  • Handheld Gaming Consoles
  • MP3 Players
  • Notebook Computers
  • Personal Media Players
  • Smartphones

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At least one model within this product family is in production and available for purchase. The product is appropriate for new designs but newer alternatives may exist.

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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.

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