General Description
The MAX8505 step-down regulator operates from a 2.6V
to 5.5V input and generates an adjustable output voltage
from 0.8V to 0.85
VIN at up to 3A. With a 2.6V to 5.5V
bias supply, the input voltage can be as low as 2.25V.
The MAX8505 integrates power MOSFETs and
operates at 1MHz/500kHz switching frequency to
provide a compact design. Current-mode pulse-width-
modulated (PWM) control simplifies compensation with
ceramic or polymer output capacitors and provides
excellent transient response.
The MAX8505 features 1% accurate output over load,
line, and temperature variations. Adjustable soft-start is
achieved with an external capacitor. During the
soft-start period, the voltage-regulation loop is active.
This limits the voltage dip when the active devices,
such as microprocessors or ASICs connected to the
MAX8505’s output, apply a sudden load current step
upon passing their undervoltage thresholds.
The MAX8505 features current-limit, short-circuit, and
thermal-overload protection and enables a rugged
design. Open-drain power-OK (POK) monitors the
output voltage.
Applications
µP/ASIC/DSP/FPGA Core and I/O Supplies
Chipset Supplies
Server, RAID, and Storage Systems
Network and Telecom Equipment
Features
o Saves Space—4.9mm x 6mm Footprint, 1µH
Inductor, 47µF Ceramic Output Capacitor
o Input Voltage Range
2.6V to 5.5V
Down to 2.25V with Bias Supply
o 0.8V to 0.85
V
IN
, 3A Output
o Ceramic or Polymer Capacitors
o ±1% Output Accuracy Over Load, Line, and
Temperature
o Fast Transient Response
o Adjustable Soft-Start
o In-Regulation Soft-Start Limits Output-Voltage
Dips at Power-On
o POK Monitors Output Voltage
MAX8505
3A, 1MHz, 1% Accurate, Internal Switch
Step-Down Regulator with Power-OK
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Maxim Integrated Products
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Ordering Information
19-2992; Rev 1; 9/10