MAX16977RAUE
Current-Mode Step-Down ConverterThe MAX16977RAUE is a current-mode step-down converter from Analog Devices. View the full MAX16977RAUE datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
MAX16977RAUE shares its datasheet with MAX16977, whose page lists every part number it covers.
Official MAX16977RAUE datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
MAX16977RAUE 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) |
MAX16977RAUE 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
MAX16977RAUE 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.
MAX16977RAUE Applications
Automotive
Industrial
High-Voltage Input DC-DC Converters
Point-of-Load Applications
MAX16977RAUE Pin Configuration
MAX16977RAUE 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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MAX16977RAUE 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 |
MAX16977RAUE 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
MAX16977RAUE 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 |
| MAX16977RATE+ | Analog Devices | 16-WQFN Exposed Pad |
| 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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