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Maxim MAX1909EVKIT Evaluation Kit Quick Start Guide
This document provides a quick start guide for the MAX1909 Evaluation Kit (EV kit), an accurate and efficient multichemistry battery charger capable of charging three or four series Li+ cells with a current up to 3A. The kit allows for adjustable charge and input-source currents using on-board potentiometers and features automatic selection of the system power source based on the presence of an AC adapter.
Read onlineMaxim MAX1909 specifications
| Charge Current | Up to 3A |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | +8V to +25V |
| Battery Voltage | Up to 17.6V |
| Chemistries | Li+, NiCd, and NiMH |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to +70°C |
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Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
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Questions answered in these manuals
What equipment is required to verify board operation?
A DC source capable of supplying sufficient voltage and current, a voltmeter, and a battery pack or load.
How do I enable the MAX1909?
Enable the MAX1909 by installing the shunt on jumper JU2.
What is the maximum input voltage the MAX1909/MAX8725 can handle?
The devices are rated for a maximum input voltage of 28 V.
From: Maxim MAX1909/MAX8725 Multichemistry Battery Charger Datasheet
How much charge current can be programmed on the MAX1909/MAX8725?
The charge current is programmable up to more than 4 A.
From: Maxim MAX1909/MAX8725 Multichemistry Battery Charger Datasheet
