General Description
The MAX1636 is a synchronous, buck, switch-mode,
power-supply controller that generates the CPU supply
voltage in battery-powered systems. It achieves ±1%
output voltage accuracy and offers the excellent load-
transient response needed by upcoming generations of
dynamic-clock CPUs.
Up to 95% efficiency is achieved through synchronous
rectification and Maxim’s proprietary Idle Mode™ con-
trol scheme. Efficiency is greater than 80% over a
1000:1 load-current range, extending battery life in sys-
tem-suspend or standby modes. Excellent dynamic
response corrects output load transients caused by the
latest dynamic-clock CPUs within five 300kHz clock
cycles. Strong, 1A, on-board gate drivers ensure fast,
external N-channel MOSFET switching.
The MAX1636 features a logic-controlled and synchro-
nizable, fixed-frequency, pulse-width-modulation (PWM)
operating mode that reduces noise and RF interference
in sensitive mobile communications and pen-entry appli-
cations. Holding SKIP high forces fixed-frequency mode
for lowest noise under all load conditions.
For a low-cost version that omits the +5V VL linear-
regulator block and comes in a smaller 16-pin QSOP
package, refer to the MAX1637 data sheet.
Applications
Notebook Computers
Subnotebook Computers
Desktop Computers
Bus-Termination Supplies
Features
±1% DC Accuracy (Adjustable Mode)
Output Overvoltage Crowbar Protection
Output Undervoltage Shutdown
Adjustable Switching Frequency to 340kHz
Low-Dropout Operation
Idle Mode Pulse-Skipping Operation
1.10V to 5.5V Adjustable Output Voltage
2.5V/3.3V Dual-Mode Fixed-Output Settings
Internal Digital Soft-Start
1.1V ±1% Reference Output
3μA (typ) Shutdown Current
Open-Drain Power-Good Output (RESET)
20-Pin SSOP Package
MAX1636
Low-Voltage, Precision Step-Down
Controller for Portable CPU Power
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19
18
17
16
15
14
13
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
SKIP
LX
DH
BSTSHDN
RESET
CSL
CSH
TOP VIEW
PGND
DL
VL
V+SYNC
REF
CC
OVP
12
11
9
10
V
CC
FBGND
GND
MAX1636
SSOP
19-1268; Rev 3; 8/05
Idle Mode is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products.
Pin Configuration
Typical Operating Circuit
Ordering Information
MAX1636
V+ SHDN
GND
V
IN
DL
PGND
LX
DH
VL
V
CC
BST
OVP
CSH
CSL
FB
RESET
TO μP
CC
SKIP
GND
SYNC
REF
PART
MAX1636EAP -40°C to +85°C
TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE
20 SSOP
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Maxim Distribution at 1-888-629-4642,
or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
MAX1636EAP+ -40°C to +85°C 20 SSOP
+Denotes lead-free package.
EVALUATION KIT
AVAILABLE
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MAX1636
Low-Voltage, Precision Step-Down
Controller for Portable CPU Power
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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
(Circuit of Figure 1, V+ = 15V, SYNC = VL = V
CC
, I
VL
= 0mA, I
REF
= 0mA, T
A
= 0°C to +85°C, unless otherwise noted. Typical values
are at T
A
= +25°C.)
Stresses beyond those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional
operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to
absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
V+ to GND ...............................................................-0.3V to 36V
GND to PGND........................................................................±2V
SHDN to GND. ......................................................... -0.3V to 36V
LX, BST to GND. ...................................................... -0.3V to 36V
DH, BST to LX .............................................................-0.3V to 6V
VL, V
CC
, CSL, CSH, FB, SKIP to GND ...................... -0.3V to 6V
DL to GND.. ..................................................-0.3V to (VL + 0.3V)
REF, RESET, SYNC, CC, OVP to GND. ..... -0.3V to (V
CC
+ 0.3V)
VL Output Current... ............................................................50mA
VL Short Circuit to GND..............................................Momentary
REF Output Current ............................................................20mA
REF Short Circuit to GND ....... ......................................Indefinite
Continuous Power Dissipation (T
A
= +70°C)
SSOP (derate 8.00mW/°C above +70°C) .....................640mW
Operating Temperature Range
MAX1636EAP. ..................................................-40°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature Range .............................-65°C to +160°C
Junction Temperature......................................................+150°C
Lead Temperature (soldering, 10s) .................................+300°C
Gate-driver supply rail
CSH - CSL
Input source for VL regulator
SHDN to full current limit, five levels
FB forced to REF
Positive direction
SHDN = GND, OVP = GND
V
CC
= 3.3V, output not switching
V
CC
= 3.3V, VL = 5V
V
CC
= VL = 5V
Internal chip supply rail
FB tied to V
OUT
, 0mV < (CSH - CSL) < 80mV, 4.5V
< V+ < 30V (includes line and load regulation)
FB tied to V
CC
, 0mV < (CSH - CSL) < 80mV, 4.5V
< V+ < 30V (includes line and load regulation)
V
CC
= 5V, output not switching
FB tied to GND, 0mV < (CSH - CSL) < 80mV, 4.5V
< V+ < 30V (includes line and load regulation)
Negative direction
CONDITIONS
mV20 30 40Idle Mode Switchover Threshold
clks512Soft-Start Ramp Time
nA-50 50FB Input Current
µA310Shutdown Supply Current (V+)
1.5
Power Consumption
2.0
-145 -100 -55
V4.2 5.5Input Voltage Range, VL
V4.5 30Input Voltage Range, V+
mV
80 100 120
Current-Limit Threshold
V
REF
3.6
V
V
REF
5.5
Output Adjustment Range
V3.15 5.5Input Voltage Range, V
CC
V1.090 1.100 1.110Output Voltage, Adj Mode
V2.486 2.55 2.614 Output Voltage, Fixed 2.5V Mode
V3.282 3.366 3.450Output Voltage, Fixed 3.3V Mode
UNITSMIN TYP MAXPARAMETER
mW
SMPS CONTROLLER
MAX1636
Low-Voltage, Precision Step-Down
Controller for Portable CPU Power
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ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued)
(Circuit of Figure 1, V+ = 15V, SYNC = VL = V
CC
, I
VL
= 0mA, I
REF
= 0mA, T
A
= 0°C to +85°C, unless otherwise noted. Typical values
are at T
A
= +25°C.)
%
FB to DL delay, 22mV overdrive, C
GATE
= 2000pF
SHDN = GND, OVP = V
CC
FB, with respect to regulation point
V
CC
= 5V, I(VL) = 0, V+ = 4.5V
(includes PNP base current)
V
CC
= 5V, I(VL) = 0
Guaranteed by design
SYNC = V
CC
SYNC = GND
SYNC = V
CC
I(VL) = 0 to 25mA, 5V < V+ < 30V
I(VL) = 0 to 25mA, 6V < V+ < 30V
Rising edge, hysteresis = 25mV
SYNC = GND
REF load = 0 to 50µA
SYNC = GND
°C
150
µs
1.25
%
4 7 10
kHz
240 340
SYNC Input Frequency Range
ns
200
SYNC Input Rise/Fall Time
ns
200
SYNC Input Pulse Width Low
200
Maximum Duty Factor, Dropout Mode
98 99
93 96
µA
60
Standby Supply Current (V+)
µA
500
Regulator Supply Current (V+)
60
91 94
170 200 230
270 300 330
kHz
V
4.5 5.0 5.3
4.7 5.0 5.3
VL Output Voltage
V
3.15
VL/ V
CC
Switchover Threshold
mV
10
REF Load Regulation
Hysteresis = 10°C
Rising edge, hysteresis = 25mV V
3.45 3.60 3.75
VL Undervoltage Lockout Threshold
No REF load V
1.090 1.100 1.110
REF Output Voltage
V
CC
= 3.3V to 5.5V mV
3
REF Line Regulation
Oscillator Frequency
%
nsSYNC Input Pulse Width High
Maximum Duty Factor
Overvoltage Trip Threshold
Thermal Shutdown Threshold
Overvoltage Fault Propagation Delay
%
Pin at GND or V
CC
; SKIP, OVP, SYNC
SHDN, SKIP, OVP, SYNC
SHDN, SKIP, OVP, SYNC
Falling edge (hysteresis = 1%)
From shutdown or power-on-reset state
% of nominal output
V
0.4
RESET Output Voltage Low
µA
-1 1
V
0.8
V
2.4
Logic Input Voltage High
clks
Catastrophic Output Undervoltage
Lockout Delay
Logic Input Voltage Low
Logic Input Bias Current
clks
32768
RESET Delay Time
%
-6 -3
RESET Trip Threshold
6144
Catastrophic Output Undervoltage
Lockout Threshold
60 70 80
I
SINK
= 4mA
+5.5V stress voltage applied µA
1
RESET Output Leakage Current
CONDITIONS UNITSMIN TYP MAXPARAMETER
SHDN = GND or V+
µA
-3 3
SHDN Input Bias Current
INTERNAL VL REGULATOR AND REFERENCE
OSCILLATOR
OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION
INPUTS AND OUTPUTS

MAX1636EAP+

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