MAX6368PKA26-T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Monitor
• Characteristics: Low-power, Precision, Adjustable Threshold
• Package: SOT23-8
• Essence: Monitors voltage levels and provides a digital output based on the threshold set by the user.
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 1.6V to 5.5V
• Threshold Voltage Range: 1.2V to 4.9V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Quiescent Current: 1µA (typical)
• Output Type: Active-Low Open-Drain
• Accuracy: ±1.5% (typical)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX6368PKA26-T has a total of 8 pins:

1. GND: Ground connection
2. VCC: Positive supply voltage input
3. TH: Threshold voltage input pin
4. MR: Manual reset input pin
5. RESET#: Active-low reset output
6. CT: Capacitor connection for adjustable threshold
7. NC: No connection
8. OUT: Output pin

Functional Features

• Voltage Monitoring: The MAX6368PKA26-T monitors the input voltage and compares it with the threshold voltage set by the user.
• Adjustable Threshold: The threshold voltage can be adjusted using an external capacitor connected to the CT pin.
• Manual Reset: The MR pin allows for manual resetting of the device.
• Active-Low Reset Output: The RESET# pin provides an active-low open-drain output that indicates when the monitored voltage falls below the threshold.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low-power consumption
• Precision voltage monitoring
• Adjustable threshold for flexibility
• Small package size for space-constrained applications

Disadvantages

• Limited operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C)
• Output is active-low open-drain, which may require additional circuitry for certain applications

Working Principles

The MAX6368PKA26-T operates by comparing the input voltage with the threshold voltage set by the user. When the input voltage falls below the threshold, the RESET# pin is pulled low, indicating a reset condition. The threshold voltage can be adjusted using an external capacitor connected to the CT pin.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX6368PKA26-T is commonly used in various applications where voltage monitoring is critical. Some of the potential application fields include:

1. Battery-Powered Devices: Ensuring proper battery voltage levels to prevent damage or unexpected shutdowns.
2. Power Management Systems: Monitoring power supply voltages to protect sensitive components from overvoltage or undervoltage conditions.
3. Industrial Control Systems: Detecting abnormal voltage levels in control circuits to trigger appropriate actions or alarms.
4. Automotive Electronics: Monitoring vehicle battery voltage to prevent excessive discharge and ensure reliable operation.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX6369PKA26-T: Similar to MAX6368PKA26-T but with a different threshold voltage range.
2. MAX6367PKA26-T: Lower quiescent current version of MAX6368PKA26-T.
3. MAX6368PKA27-T: Similar to MAX6368PKA26-T but with a higher threshold voltage range.

These alternative models provide similar functionality with slight variations in specifications to cater to different application requirements.

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