MAX8891EXK15+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Regulator
• Characteristics: High efficiency, low dropout voltage, small package size
• Package: SOT23-5
• Essence: Power management IC
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage: 1.5V
• Maximum Output Current: 500mA
• Dropout Voltage: 120mV at 500mA
• Quiescent Current: 40µA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX8891EXK15+T has a total of five pins arranged as follows:

1. VIN: Input voltage pin
2. GND: Ground pin
3. EN: Enable pin
4. FB: Feedback pin
5. VOUT: Output voltage pin

Functional Features

• Low dropout voltage ensures efficient power conversion.
• Wide input voltage range allows for versatile applications.
• Small package size enables space-saving designs.
• Enable pin provides control over the regulator's operation.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency power conversion - Wide input voltage range - Small package size

Disadvantages: - Limited output current capacity (500mA)

Working Principles

The MAX8891EXK15+T is a voltage regulator that converts an input voltage within the range of 2.7V to 5.5V to a stable output voltage of 1.5V. It achieves this by utilizing a feedback mechanism that adjusts the internal circuitry to maintain the desired output voltage. The low dropout voltage ensures efficient power conversion even when the input voltage is close to the output voltage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX8891EXK15+T is commonly used in various portable electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices. Its small package size makes it suitable for space-constrained designs. The voltage regulator's ability to efficiently convert a wide range of input voltages makes it versatile for different battery-powered applications.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• MAX8890EXK15+T: Similar specifications but with a fixed output voltage of 1.5V
• MAX8892EXK15+T: Higher output current capacity of 1A but with a slightly higher dropout voltage
• MAX8893EXK15+T: Lower quiescent current of 20µA but with a smaller input voltage range (2.7V to 4.5V)

(Note: The alternative models listed above are just a few examples. There are other alternatives available in the market.)

This entry provides an overview of the MAX8891EXK15+T voltage regulator, including its basic information, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages and disadvantages, working principles, application field plans, and alternative models.