Datasheet

General Description
The MAX1776 high-efficiency step-down converter pro-
vides an adjustable output voltage from 1.25V to V
IN
from
supply voltages as high as 24V. An internal current-limit-
ed 0.4 MOSFET delivers load currents up to 600mA.
Operation to 100% duty cycle minimizes dropout volt-
age (240mV at 600mA).
The MAX1776 has a low 15µA quiescent current to
improve light-load efficiency and conserve battery life.
The device draws only 3µA while in shutdown.
High switching frequencies (up to 200kHz) allow the
use of tiny surface-mount inductors and output capaci-
tors. The MAX1776 is available in an 8-pin µMAX pack-
age, which uses half the space of an 8-pin SO. For
increased output drive capability, use the MAX1626/
MAX1627 step-down controllers, which drive an exter-
nal P-channel MOSFET to deliver up to 20W.
Applications
Notebook Computers
Distributed Power Systems
Keep-Alive Supplies
Hand-Held Devices
Features
Fixed 5V or Adjustable Output
4.5V to 24V Input Voltage Range
Up to 600mA Output Current
Internal 0.4 P-Channel MOSFET
Efficiency Over 95%
15µA Quiescent Supply Current
3µA Shutdown Current
100% Maximum Duty Cycle for Low Dropout
Current-Limited Architecture
Thermal Shutdown
Small 8-µMAX Package
MAX1776
24V, 600mA Internal Switch, 100% Duty Cycle,
Step-Down Converter
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ILIM2
INLX
ILIM
GND
FB
µMAX
TOP VIEW
SHDN
MAX1776EUA
Pin Configuration
Ordering Information
SHDN
V
OUT
V
IN
ILIM LX
OUT
IN
ILIM2
GNDFB
MAX1776
µMAX
Typical Operating Circuit
19-1975; Rev 2; 7/03
PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE
MAX1776EUA -40°C to +85°C 8 µMAX
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.

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