MAX6369KA-T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Monitor and Reset Circuit
• Characteristics: Provides accurate monitoring and reset functionality for microcontrollers and other digital systems.
• Package: SOT23-5
• Essence: Monitors the voltage level of a power supply and generates a reset signal when the voltage falls below a certain threshold.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, with 3000 units per reel.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 1.6V to 5.5V
• Threshold Voltage Options: 2.5V, 3.0V, 3.3V, 4.38V, and Adjustable
• Reset Timeout Period: 140ms (typical)
• Quiescent Current: 7µA (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX6369KA-T has a total of five pins:

1. VCC: Power supply input pin.
2. GND: Ground reference pin.
3. MR: Manual reset input pin.
4. RESET: Active-low reset output pin.
5. TH: Threshold voltage selection pin.

Functional Features

• Accurate voltage monitoring: The MAX6369KA-T continuously monitors the power supply voltage and provides a reset signal when it falls below the selected threshold voltage.
• Manual reset capability: The MR pin allows for manual resetting of the system by asserting a low-level signal.
• Adjustable threshold voltage: The TH pin can be used to select an adjustable threshold voltage, providing flexibility in different applications.
• Low quiescent current: The IC operates with a low quiescent current, minimizing power consumption.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Accurate voltage monitoring ensures reliable operation of microcontrollers and digital systems. - Manual reset capability allows for system recovery in case of a fault or error. - Adjustable threshold voltage provides flexibility in different power supply scenarios. - Low quiescent current helps in reducing overall power consumption.

Disadvantages: - Limited to SOT23-5 package, which may not be suitable for all applications requiring voltage monitoring and reset functionality. - The fixed reset timeout period may not be ideal for all system requirements.

Working Principles

The MAX6369KA-T operates by comparing the power supply voltage with the selected threshold voltage. When the power supply voltage falls below the threshold, the reset output is asserted low, indicating a system reset condition. The reset signal remains active until the power supply voltage rises above the threshold and the reset timeout period elapses.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX6369KA-T is commonly used in various applications where accurate voltage monitoring and reset functionality are required. Some typical application fields include:

1. Microcontroller Systems: Ensures reliable operation of microcontrollers by providing a reset signal when the power supply voltage drops below a certain level.
2. Industrial Control Systems: Monitors power supply voltage in industrial control systems to prevent malfunctions and ensure system stability.
3. Embedded Systems: Used in embedded systems to provide a reset signal during power-up and power-down sequences.
4. Battery-Powered Devices: Protects battery-powered devices from operating at low voltages, preventing potential damage or data corruption.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX6389KA-T: Similar to MAX6369KA-T but with additional features such as adjustable reset timeout period.
2. MAX6379KA-T: Provides voltage monitoring and reset functionality with a wider supply voltage range.
3. MAX6350KA-T: Offers voltage monitoring and reset capabilities in a different package (SOT23-6).

These alternative models offer similar functionality to the MAX6369KA-T but may have additional features or different package options to suit specific application requirements.

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