Datasheet

General Description
The MAX1809 is a reversible energy flow, constant-off-
time, pulse-width modulated (PWM), step-down DC-DC
converter. It is ideal for use in notebook and subnote-
book computers that require 1.1V to 5V active
termination power supplies. This device features an
internal PMOS power switch and internal synchronous
rectifier for high efficiency and reduced component
count. The internal 90m PMOS power switch and
70m NMOS synchronous-rectifier switch easily deliver
continuous load currents up to 3A. The MAX1809 accu-
rately tracks an external reference voltage, produces
an adjustable output from 1.1V to V
IN,
and achieves
efficiencies as high as 93%.
The MAX1809 uses a unique current-mode, constant-
off-time, PWM control scheme that allows the output to
source or sink current. This feature allows energy to
return to the input power supply that otherwise would
be wasted. The programmable constant-off-time archi-
tecture sets switching frequencies up to 1MHz, allowing
the user to optimize performance trade-offs between
efficiency, output switching noise, component size, and
cost. The MAX1809 features an adjustable soft-start to
limit surge currents during startup, a 100% duty-cycle
mode for low-dropout operation, and a low-power shut-
down mode that disables the power switches and
reduces supply current below 1µA. The MAX1809 is
available in a 28-pin QFN with an exposed backside
pad, a 28-pin thin QFN, or a 16-pin QSOP.
Applications
DDR Memory Termination
Active Termination Buses
Features
Source/Sink 3A
±1% Output Accuracy
Up to 1MHz Switching Frequency
93% Efficiency
Internal PMOS/NMOS Switches
90m/70m On-Resistance at V
IN
= 4.5V
110m/80m On-Resistance at V
IN
= 3V
1.1V to V
IN
Adjustable Output Voltage
3V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
<1µA Shutdown Supply Current
Programmable Constant-Off-Time Operation
Thermal Shutdown
Adjustable Soft-Start Inrush Current Limiting
Output Short-Circuit Protection
MAX1809
3A, 1MHz, DDR Memory Termination Supply
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IN
N.C.
LX
IN
N.C.
SS
EXTREF
PGND
PGND
LX
LX
PGND
V
CC
GND
N.C.
N.C.
LX
N.C.
LX
N.C.
REF
GND
N.C.
N.C.
N.C.
FB
TOFF
TOP VIEW
THIN QFN
SHDN
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
MAX1809
Pin Configurations
Ordering Information
MAX1809
IN
V
OUT
V
CC
V
IN
V
SET
SHDN
EXTREF
TOFF
LX
PGND
GND
FB
REF
SS
Typical Operating Circuit
19-2142; Rev 1; 9/02
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE
MAX1809EGI* -40°C to +85°C 28 QFN
MAX1809EEE -40°C to +85°C 16 QSOP
MAX1809ETI -40°C to +85°C 28 Thin QFN
Pin Configurations continued at end of data sheet.
*Contact factory for availability.

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