User Manual
MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 are PWM DC-DC converters with a maximum output current of 6A. They accept an input voltage range of 2.7V to 28V and provide an output voltage range of 0.8V to 0.9 times the input voltage. Features include low MOSFET RDS(ON), up to 95% efficiency, adjustable PWM frequency, and compatibility with MAX1967.
User Manual
The MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 are voltage-mode pulse-width-modulated (PWM), step-down DC-DC controllers ideal for a variety of cost-sensitive applications. They drive low-cost n-channel MOSFETs for both the high-side switch and synchronous rectifier, and require no external current-sense resistor. These devices can supply output voltages as low as 0.8V. The MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 have a wide 2.7V to 28V input range, and do not need any additional bias voltage. The output voltage can be precisely regulated from 0.8V to 0.83 x VIN. These devices can provide efficiency up to 95%. Lossless short-circuit and current-limit protection is provided by monitoring the RDS(ON) of the low-side MOSFET. The MAX8545 and MAX8548 have a current-limit threshold of 320mV, while the MAX8546 has a current-limit threshold of 165mV. All devices feature foldback-current capability to minimize power dissipation under short-circuit condition. Pulling the COMP/EN pin low with an open-collector or low-capacitance, open-drain device can shut down all devices. The MAX8545/MAX8546 operate at 300kHz and the MAX8548 operates at 100kHz. The MAX8545/MAX8546/MAX8548 are compatible with low-cost aluminum electrolytic capacitors. Input undervoltage lockout prevents proper operation under power-sag operations to prevent external MOSFETs from overheating. Internal soft-start is included to reduce inrush current. These devices are offered in space-saving 10-pin µMAX® packages.
