MAX16977RATE+
Current-Mode Step-Down ConverterThe MAX16977RATE+ is a current-mode step-down converter from Analog Devices. View the full MAX16977RATE+ datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
MAX16977RATE+ shares its datasheet with MAX16977, whose page lists every part number it covers.
Official MAX16977RATE+ datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
Manufacturer
Analog DevicesCategory
Switching Regulators (Buck)Package
16-WQFN Exposed Pad
Lifecycle
Active
MAX16977RATE+ Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Current | 2A |
| Switching Frequency | 2.2MHz |
| Function | Step-Down |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ) |
| Output Configuration | Positive |
| Output Type | Adjustable (Fixed) |
| Package / Case | 16-WQFN Exposed Pad |
| Packaging | Tube |
| Standard Pack Qty | 60 |
| Supplier Device Package | 16-TQFN (5x5) |
| Synchronous Rectifier | No |
| Topology | Buck |
| Input Voltage (Max) | 36V |
| Input Voltage (Min) | 3.5V |
| Output Voltage (Max) | 10V |
| Output Voltage | 1V (5V) |
MAX16977RATE+ Overview
Part: MAX16977RATE+ — Maxim Integrated
Type: Step-Down (Buck) Converter with Integrated High-Side Switch
Description: 3.5–36 V input, 2 A current-mode buck converter with integrated 70 mΩ (typ) high-side switch, 30 μA standby supply current, and 1–2.2 MHz adjustable switching frequency.
Operating Conditions:
- Supply voltage (SUP, SUPSW): 3.5–36 V (42 V load-dump, t < 1 s)
- Operating temperature: -40 to +125 °C
- Switching frequency: 1–2.2 MHz (resistor-adjustable, synchronizable to external clock)
- Output voltage: 5 V fixed or 1–10 V adjustable
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- SUP, SUPSW, LX, EN to GND: -0.3 to +42 V
- BST to GND: -0.3 to +47 V
- OUT to GND: -0.3 to +12 V
- LX continuous RMS current: 3 A
- Junction temperature: +150 °C
- Storage temperature: -65 to +150 °C
Key Specs:
- Output voltage (FB = BIAS): 4.925 / 5 / 5.075 V (min/typ/max)
- FB regulation voltage: 1.0 V typ (0.985–1.015 V over -40 to +125 °C)
- Standby supply current (no load, VOUT = 5 V): 30 μA typ, 60 μA max
- Shutdown supply current (VEN = 0 V): 5 μA typ, 12 μA max
- High-side switch RON (ILX = 1 A): 70 mΩ typ, 150 mΩ max
- LX current limit: 2.4 / 3 / 4 A (min/typ/max)
- Oscillator frequency (RFOSC = 12 kΩ): 2.05 / 2.20 / 2.35 MHz
- Minimum on-time: 80 ns typ; maximum duty cycle 98% at 2.2 MHz, 99% at 1 MHz
- Soft-start time: 8.5 ms typ
- Thermal shutdown: +175 °C typ, 15 °C hysteresis
Features:
- Integrated 2 A high-side switch, no external FET required
- Current-mode architecture with fast load-transient response
- Pin-selectable 5 V fixed or 1–10 V adjustable output
- High duty cycle operation during undervoltage transients (cold crank)
- Skip mode for light-load efficiency
- FSYNC external clock synchronization input
- Optional spread spectrum (6%)
- Power-good output
- Overcurrent, overvoltage, and thermal shutdown protection with automatic recovery
Applications:
- Automotive
- Industrial
- High-voltage input DC-DC converters
- Point-of-load applications
Package:
- 16-pin TQFN (5 mm x 5 mm) with exposed pad
- 16-pin TSSOP with exposed pad
MAX16977RATE+ Features
- Supports Up to 2A Loads without External FET Saves Space and Cost
- Integrated 2A Internal High-Side (70m I typ) Switch
- Fast Load-Transient Response and Current-Mode Architecture
- Direct Car Battery to Sub-5V Rail Conversion at Beyond 2MHz Reduces External Component Count
- 5V Fixed or 1V to 10V Adjustable Output Voltage
- High Duty Cycle During Undervoltage Transients
- Robust Input Voltage Up to 36V Supports Automotive Applications
- Wide 3.5V to 36V Input Voltage Range
- 42V Input Transients Tolerance
- Overvoltage, Undervoltage, Overtemperature, and Short-Circuit Protections
- Meets Tight OEM Power-Consumption Requirements with Low I Q
- 30μA Standby Mode Operating Current
- 5μA Typical Shutdown Current
- Advanced Clock Capabilities Offer Further Reduction in EMI if Necessary to Enable Noise-Free System Design
- Adjustable Switching Frequency (1MHz to 2.2MHz)
- Frequency-Synchronization Input
- Spread Spectrum (Optional)
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
MAX16977RATE+ Applications
Automotive
Industrial
High-Voltage Input DC-DC Converters
Point-of-Load Applications
MAX16977RATE+ Pin Configuration
MAX16977RATE+ Electrical Characteristics
(V SUP = V SUPSW = 14V, V EN = 14V, C BIAS = 1 F F, R FOSC = 12k I , T A = T J = -40 N C to +125 N C, unless otherwise noted. Typical values are at T A = +25 N C.)
| PARAMETER | SYMBOL | CONDITIONS | MIN | TYP | MAX | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | V SUP , V SUPSW | 3.5 | 36 | V | ||
| Load-Dump Event Supply Voltage | V SUP_LD | t LD < 1s | 42 | V | ||
| Supply Current | I SUP | I LOAD = 1.5A | 3.5 | mA | ||
| Supply Current | I SUP_STANDBY | Standby mode, no load, V OUT = 5V | 30 | 60 | F A | |
| Supply Current | I SUP_STANDBY | Standby mode, no load, V OUT = 5V, T A = +25 ° C | 30 | 45 | F A | |
| Shutdown Supply Current | I SHDN | V EN = 0V | 5 | 12 | F A | |
| BIAS Regulator Voltage | V BIAS | V SUP = V SUPSW = 6V to 36V | 4.7 | 5 | 5.3 | V |
| BIAS Undervoltage Lockout | V UVBIAS | V BIAS rising | 2.9 | 3.1 | 3.3 | V |
| BIAS Undervoltage-Lockout Hysteresis | 400 | mV | ||||
| Thermal Shutdown Threshold | +175 | N C | ||||
| Thermal-Shutdown Threshold Hysteresis | 15 | N C |
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MAX16977RATE+ Absolute Maximum Ratings
| SUP, SUPSW, LX, EN to GND...............................-0.3V to | +42V |
|---|---|
| SUP to SUPSW.....................................................-0.3V | to +0.3V |
| BST to GND...........................................................-0.3V | to +47V |
| BST to LX | ...............................................................-0.3V to +6V |
| OUT to GND..........................................................-0.3V | to +12V |
| FOSC, COMP, BIAS, FSYNC, I.C., PGOOD , FB to GND............................................................-0.3V | to +6V |
| LX Continuous RMS Current ...................................................3A | |
| Output Short-Circuit Duration....................................Continuous |
| Parameter | Limit |
|---|---|
| Continuous Power Dissipation (T A = +70 N C) | |
| TSSOP (derate 26.1mW/ o C above +70 o C) | 2088.8mW* |
| TQFN (derate 28.6mW/ o C above +70 o C) | 2285.7mW* |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 N C to +125 N C |
| Junction Temperature | +150 N C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -65 N C to +150 N C |
| Lead Temperature (soldering, 10s) | +300 N C |
| Soldering Temperature (reflow) | +260 o C |
MAX16977RATE+ Thermal Information
TSSOP
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance ( B JA ) .......38.3 N C/W Junction-to-Case Thermal Resistance ( B JC ) .................3 N C/W
MAX16977RATE+ Package Information
For the latest package outline information and land patterns (footprints), go to www.maximintegrated.com/packages . Note that a '+', '#', or '-' in the package code indicates RoHS status only. Package drawings may show a different suffix character, but the drawing pertains to the package regardless of RoHS status.
| PACKAGE TYPE | PACKAGE CODE | OUTLINE NO. | LAND PATTERN NO. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 TSSOP-EP | U16E+3 | 21-0108 | 90-0120 |
| 16 TQFN-EP | T1655+4 | 21-0140 | 90-0121 |
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Variants on the same datasheet
These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Package |
|---|---|---|
| MAX16977 | Analog Devices | — |
| MAX16977RATE | Analog Devices | TQFN-16 |
| MAX16977RATE/V | Analog Devices | TQFN-16 |
| MAX16977RAUE | Analog Devices | TSSOP-16-EP |
| MAX16977RAUE/V | Analog Devices | TSSOP-16-EP |
| MAX16977SATE | Analog Devices | TQFN-16 5x5mm |
| MAX16977SATE/V | Analog Devices | TQFN-16 |
| MAX16977SAUE | Analog Devices | TSSOP-16-EP |
| MAX16977SAUE/V | Analog Devices | TSSOP-16-EP |
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