Maxim has introduced the MAX3627/MAX3629 low-jitter clock generators for high-speed networking applications. The MAX3627 has seven LVDS outputs and one LVCMOS output, while the MAX3629 has five LVDS outputs and three LVCMOS outputs. These devices utilize a low-noise crystal oscillator and PLL architecture to generate high-frequency (312.5MHz), ultra-low-jitter (0.14psRMS) clock signals from a 25MHz crystal or reference clock input. The MAX3627/MA...

Maxim has introduced the MAX11810 and MAX11811, the first touch-interface systems with integrated 4-wire touch-screen controllers, haptic controller drivers, and infrared-based proximity sensing. Designed for applications flexibility, these devices can drive a DC motor directly or piezo elements using an external piezo driver. The MAX11800 and MAX11801 are register-map-compatible versions without haptic controller drivers and proximity sensing.

Maxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX16055, hex-voltage microprocessor supervisor with integrated reset timing, which eliminates the need for an external capacitor. Having an ultra-small, 3mm x 3mm footprint, this device is ideal for low-voltage monitoring in multivoltage systems such as telecommunications, networking equipment, storage devices, high-end printers, and computers.

Maxim has announced the MAX2634, a low-noise amplifier (LNA) optimized for remote keyless entry (RKE) and tire pressure monitoring (TPM) applications operating in the 315MHz and 433MHz bands. Designed using the Company's SiGe BiCMOS process, this fully integrated LNA improves receiver sensitivity with an ultra-low, 1.25dB noise figure, while consuming a mere 2.5mA (typ) of supply current. The MAX2634 provides superior performance and current cons...

Maxim has introduced the MAX11080, a high-voltage, 12-channel battery-protection IC for high-cell-count lithium-ion (Li+) battery stacks. The first stackable fault monitor on the market, this device provides redundant cell monitoring to prevent Li+ batteries from exploding (thermal runaway). Up to 31 MAX11080s can be daisy-chained together to monitor as many as 372 cells. This capability prevents cascading electrical failures and eliminates the e...

Maxim has introduced the MAX9532, an analog video filter amplifier that drives standard-definition video connections to an in-dash or rear-seat automotive display. Designed specifically to withstand the harsh operating conditions in automotive applications, the MAX9532 integrates short-to-battery protection up to 18V on the video output, thus eliminating the need for an external series resistor. This device provides the highest degree of reliabi...

Maxim's MAX17088, a power-management IC (PMIC) integrates a boost regulator, a programmable VCOM calibrator with nonvolatile memory, a high-current operational amplifier, and a level-shifting scan driver for notebook LCD panels

Maxim has introduced the MAX2078, said to be the world's lowest power, octal, ultrasound front-end solution with integrated mixer-based CWD (continuous-wave Doppler) beamformer. The MAX2078 represents the latest generation of high-performance, low-power ultrasound cores from Maxim, and leverages the Company's industry-leading expertise in LNA, VGA, and CWD technology. It combines an active-input-termination LNA, VGA, anti-alias filter, and I/Q mi...

Phyworks, a leader in analog and mixed signal ICs for high performance communications has shipped its 20 millionth chip. Despite todays economy, the company achieved its production landmark by shipping 10 million chips during the last 12 months.

Maxim has introduced the MAX2172 digital radio tuner for FM and digital audio broadcast (DAB) signals, with a high sensitivity for the FM, VHF, and L-band frequency ranges. This device integrates all components necessary to implement a complete tuner solution, including LNAs, mixers, an IF filter, and a fully synthesized local oscillator.

Maxim Integrated Products has introduced the MAX14521E, a ±15kV ESD-protected, quad-output driver for multiple electroluminescent (EL) lamps. This EL driver utilizes an inductor-based boost converter to generate a high 300Vp-p (max) voltage for maximum EL lamp brightness. A high-voltage, full-bridge output converts this high voltage to the AC waveform required to drive an EL lamp.

Maxim has introduced the DS4432 low-cost, dual-channel, sink/source current DAC. This I2C-controlled, 7-bit current DAC features two output channels that are explicitly designed for power-supply margin testing and adjustment. Each output channel provides fine control of a DC-DC power supply by sinking or sourcing current directly into the power supply's feedback node.

Maxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX15027-MAX15030 low-dropout linear regulators that operate from a 1.425V to 3.6V input voltage and deliver up to 1A (MAX15027/MAX15028) or 500mA (MAX15029/MAX15030) of output current. In addition, the MAX15028/MAX15030 feature a bias input that allows the devices to be powered from an independent supply, making them suitable for always-on power supplies in automotive applications. The bias input allows t...

Maxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX3518, a DOCSIS(R) 3.0 upstream amplifier that combines the industry's lowest power consumption with optimal distortion performance. This device consumes a mere 1.25W when configured for 31dB of gain and +64dBmVout. Moreover, it consumes an ultra-low 25mW in transmit-disabled mode, while achieving a low, 10dB noise figure and 60dBc of harmonic distortion. The MAX3518's industry-low power consumption redu...

Maxim has introduced the MAX8903A, a switch-mode DC-DC charger with Smart Power Selector(TM) circuitry. The charger employs a high switching frequency (4MHz, typ) to minimize heat and charge time, while allowing the use of tiny external components. To further reduce solution size, the 4mm x 4mm MAX8903A includes all power switches and current-sense circuitry required for charging and switching the load between battery and external power.

Maxim has introduced the MAX11040 4-channel, 24-bit simultaneous-sampling ADC. Developed to enable unprecedented simplicity in system design, up to eight MAX11040 devices can be daisy-chained to provide a sampling capacity of up to 32 channels. The MAX11040 achieves this high capacity and scalability with a unique cascadable SPI(TM)/QSPI(TM)/MICROWIRE(TM) interface, which eliminates the complexity of using individual chip-select inputs to control...

Maxim has introduced the MAX7036 very-low-IF, superheterodyne receiver for ASK/OOK data in the 300MHz to 450MHz frequency range. Only requiring a few external components to implement a complete receiver-chain solution, this device integrates an LNA; self-contained PLL block; 400kHz IF filter with RSSI; and analog baseband, data-recovery circuitry. To ensure excellent, consistent receiver sensitivity of -109dBm, these critical blocks have been des...

Maxim has introduced the MAX9669, a low-cost, 16-channel, gamma-correction reference system with integrated nonvolatile memory. Offering 16 programmable gamma-correction outputs and one voltage reference for VCOM adjustment, this highly integrated device minimizes solution cost in TFT-LCDs. The MAX9669 can eliminate multiple discrete components including a digital variable resistor, VCOM amplifier, gamma buffers, resistor strings, and a high-vol...

Maxim has introduced the MAX17083, a low-voltage, step-down regulator with an internal boost switch. Designed for space-constrained applications, this device integrates dual n-channel MOSFET power switches in a small, 16mm2 TQFN package. Easily supporting a continuous load current up to 5A, the internal 25milliohm, low-side power MOSFETs ensure high efficiency while reducing component count.

Maxim has introduced the MAX19996A, a fully integrated, 2000MHz to 3900MHz downconverting mixer with an on-chip LO buffer. Designed using Maxim's proprietary, monolithic SiGe BiCMOS process, this device delivers an unparalleled combination of linearity, noise performance, and component integration over an exceptionally wide band of operation.