General Description
The MAX4073 low-cost, high-side current-sense ampli-
fier features a voltage output that eliminates the need
for gain-setting resistors making it ideal for cell phones,
notebook computers, PDAs, and other systems where
current monitoring is crucial. High-side current moni-
toring does not interfere with the ground path of the
battery charger making the MAX4073 particularly useful
in battery-powered systems. The input common-mode
range of +2V to +28V is independent of the supply volt-
age. The MAX4073’s wide 1.8MHz bandwidth makes it
suitable for use inside battery-charger control loops.
The combination of three gain versions and a selec-
table external-sense resistor sets the full-scale current
reading. The MAX4073 offers a high level of integra-
tion, resulting in a simple and compact current-sense
solution.
The MAX4073 operates from a +3V to +28V single sup-
ply and draws only 0.5mA of supply current. This
device is specified over the automotive operating tem-
perature range (-40
°C to +125°C) and is available in a
space-saving 5-pin SC70 package (half the size of the
SOT23).
For a similar device in a 6-pin SOT23 with a wider com-
mon-mode voltage range (0 to +28V), see the
MAX4173 data sheet.
Applications
Cell Phones
Notebook Computers
Portable/Battery-Powered Systems
Smart Battery Packs/Chargers
PDAs
Power Management Systems
PA Bias Control
General System/Board-Level Current Monitoring
Precision Current Sources
Features
♦ Low-Cost, Compact, Current-Sense Solution
♦ Three Gain Versions Available
+20V/V (MAX4073T)
+50V/V (MAX4073F)
+100V/V (MAX4073H)
♦ ±1.0% Full-Scale Accuracy
♦ 500µA Supply Current
♦ Wide 1.8MHz Bandwidth
♦ +3V to +28V Operating Supply
♦ Wide +2V to +28V Common-Mode Range
Independent of Supply Voltage
♦ Automotive Temperature Range (-40
°C to +125°C)
♦ Available in Space-Saving 5-Pin SC70 Package
MAX4073T/F/H
Low-Cost, SC70, Voltage-Output,
High-Side Current-Sense Amplifier
Typical Operating Circuit
19-2048; Rev 1; 8/12
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim Direct
at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maximintegrated.com.
Ordering Information
Pin Configurations appear at end of data sheet.