MAX508ACWP

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Regulator
• Characteristics: High-performance, low-dropout linear regulator
• Package: 20-pin wide SOIC package
• Essence: Provides a stable output voltage for electronic devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.5V to 16V
• Output Voltage Range: 1.25V to 13.8V
• Output Current: Up to 500mA
• Dropout Voltage: 300mV at 500mA
• Quiescent Current: 75µA
• Line Regulation: 0.02%/V
• Load Regulation: 0.04%/mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The MAX508ACWP has a total of 20 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VOUT
2. GND
3. GND
4. GND
5. GND
6. GND
7. GND
8. GND
9. GND
10. GND
11. GND
12. GND
13. GND
14. GND
15. GND
16. GND
17. GND
18. VIN
19. BYPASS
20. SHDN

Functional Features

• High accuracy and stability in providing regulated output voltage
• Low dropout voltage ensures efficient power conversion
• Excellent line and load regulation for consistent performance
• Built-in thermal shutdown protection
• Short-circuit and overcurrent protection
• Low quiescent current for energy efficiency

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance voltage regulation - Wide input voltage range - Low dropout voltage - Excellent line and load regulation - Built-in protection features

Disadvantages: - Limited output current capacity (up to 500mA) - Requires external bypass capacitor for optimal performance

Working Principles

The MAX508ACWP is a linear voltage regulator that operates by maintaining a stable output voltage regardless of variations in the input voltage or load conditions. It achieves this through a combination of internal circuitry and feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor and adjust the output voltage.

When the input voltage exceeds the desired output voltage, the regulator reduces the excess voltage to maintain a constant output. Conversely, if the input voltage drops below the desired output voltage, the regulator compensates by boosting the voltage to ensure a stable output.

The device also incorporates various protection features such as thermal shutdown, short-circuit, and overcurrent protection to safeguard both the regulator and the connected electronic devices.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX508ACWP is widely used in various electronic applications that require a stable and regulated power supply. Some common application fields include:

1. Consumer Electronics: Used in portable devices, audio/video equipment, and gaming consoles.
2. Industrial Automation: Utilized in control systems, motor drives, and instrumentation.
3. Automotive Electronics: Integrated into automotive modules, infotainment systems, and lighting controls.
4. Telecommunications: Employed in networking equipment, routers, and data centers.
5. Medical Devices: Found in medical instruments, patient monitoring systems, and diagnostic equipment.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX507ACWP: Similar specifications and pin configuration, but with a higher output current capacity of up to 700mA.
2. MAX509ACWP: Comparable characteristics and package, but offers an extended input voltage range of 2.7V to 16V.
3. MAX512ACWP: Alternative option with enhanced load regulation and lower quiescent current, suitable for power-sensitive applications.

These alternative models provide similar functionality to the MAX508ACWP but offer specific advantages based on individual application requirements.

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