MAX6368PKA31+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Monitor
• Characteristics: Precision, Low Power Consumption
• Package: SOT23-8
• Essence: Monitors voltage levels and provides accurate power management
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 1.6V to 5.5V
• Threshold Voltage Options: 2.93V, 3.08V, 3.13V, 3.30V, 3.45V, 3.63V, 4.00V, 4.38V
• Quiescent Current: 1µA (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX6368PKA31+T has a total of 8 pins:

1. GND: Ground connection
2. VCC: Positive supply voltage input
3. RESET#: Active-low reset output
4. MR#: Manual reset input
5. TH: Threshold voltage selection input
6. CT: Capacitor connection for reset timeout
7. TR#: Reset timeout period selection input
8. RESET#: Active-low reset output

Functional Features

• Accurate voltage monitoring with selectable threshold options
• Low quiescent current for power-sensitive applications
• Manual reset option for system control
• Reset timeout period selection for customized timing
• Active-low reset outputs for easy integration with other devices

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High precision voltage monitoring - Wide supply voltage range - Low power consumption - Small package size for space-constrained designs

Disadvantages: - Limited threshold voltage options - No adjustable hysteresis feature

Working Principles

The MAX6368PKA31+T is a voltage monitor IC that continuously monitors the input voltage and compares it with the selected threshold voltage. When the input voltage falls below the threshold, the RESET# output becomes active-low, indicating a power failure or low voltage condition. The manual reset input (MR#) allows the system to be reset externally. The reset timeout period can be set using the TR# pin, providing flexibility in defining the duration of the reset signal.

Detailed Application Field Plans

1. Battery-Powered Devices: The MAX6368PKA31+T can be used in portable electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables to monitor battery voltage and trigger appropriate actions when the voltage drops below a certain level.
2. Power Management Systems: It can be integrated into power management systems to ensure safe shutdown or backup power activation in case of voltage fluctuations or power failures.
3. Industrial Control Systems: The voltage monitor IC can be employed in industrial control systems to detect abnormal voltage levels and initiate protective measures to prevent damage to sensitive equipment.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX6369PKA31+T: Similar to MAX6368PKA31+T but with additional adjustable hysteresis feature.
2. MAX6367PKA31+T: Voltage monitor IC with a different set of threshold voltage options.
3. MAX6366PKA31+T: Lower power consumption version of MAX6368PKA31+T with reduced quiescent current.

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