Datasheet
19-1666; Rev 1; 10/03
30V Internal Switch LCD Bias Supply
General Description
The MAX1605 boost converter contains a 0.5A internal
switch in a tiny 6-pin SOT23 package. The IC operates
from a +2.4V to +5.5V supply voltage, but can boost
battery voltages as low as 0.8V up to 30V at the output.
The MAX1605 uses a unique control scheme providing
the highest efficiency over a wide range of load condi-
tions. An internal 0.5A MOSFET reduces external com-
ponent count, and a high switching frequency (up to
500kHz) allows for tiny surface-mount components. The
current limit can be set to 500mA, 250mA, or 125mA,
allowing the user to reduce the output ripple and com-
ponent size in low-current applications.
Additional features include a low quiescent supply cur-
rent and a shutdown mode to save power. The
MAX1605 is ideal for small LCD panels with low current
requirements, but can also be used in other applica-
tions. A MAX1605EVKIT evaluation kit (EV kit) is avail-
able to help speed up design time.
Applications
LCD Bias Generators
Cellular/Cordless Phones
Palmtop Computers
Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)
Organizers
Handy Terminals
Features
♦ Adjustable Output Voltage up to 30V
♦ 20mA at 20V from a Single Li+ Battery
♦ 88% Efficiency
♦ Up to 500kHz Switching Frequency
♦ Selectable Inductor Current Limit
(125mA, 250mA, or 500mA)
♦ 18µA Operating Supply Current
♦ 0.1µA Shutdown Current
♦ Available in Two Small Packages
6-Pin TDFN
6-Pin SOT23
V
IN
= 0.8V TO V
OUT
V
CC
= 2.4V TO 5.5V
V
OUT
= V
IN
TO 30V
ON
OFF
SHDN
V
CC
LIM
GND
LX
FB
MAX1605
L1
10µH
MAX1605
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Pin Configuration
Typical Operating Circuit
V
CC
LXGND
16FB
5 LIM
SHDN
MAX1605
SOT23
TOP VIEW
2
34
LX
FB
LIM
MAX1605
V
CC
GND
SHDN
1
2
3
6
5
4
TDFN
3mm
✕
3mm
Ordering Information
PART
TEMP
RANGE
PIN-
PACKAGE
SOT
MARK
MAX1605EUT-T
-40°C to +85°C
6 SOT23-6
AAHP
MAX1605ETT-T
-40°C to +85°C
6 TDFN
ABW
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.