MAX15059 (8)

The MAX15059 is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for APD bias applications and current monitoring, the MAX15059 offers high output voltage up to 76V, accurate high-side current monitoring, and ultra-fast current limiting with a 1µs response time. Available in a small, thermally enhanced 16-TQFN (3x3) package, it is ideal for telecommunications, fiber optic networks (FBON/GPON modules), and low-noise applications like avalanche photodiode biasing. Whether used in optical communication systems or precision analog circuits, this series ensures high performance, reliability, and efficiency for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the MAX15059 series below.

Part Number Description Package Inventory Add To Bom
MAX15059AATE+T 6V maximum voltage, 300mW power output WFQFN-16 5,244
MAX15059AETE+ Switching Voltage Regulators 76V 300mW Boost Converter TQFN-16 9,231
MAX15059AATE+ MAX15059AATE+: The ideal solution for APD bias voltage needs TQFN EP-16 7,403
MAX15059BATE+ Unlock new possibilities with this versatile voltage regulator modul TQFN-16 3,998
MAX15059BETE+ High-performance converter for precision current control and monitoring WFQFN-16 6,335
MAX15059BETE+T Precise monitoring of current flows through APD WFQFN-16 6,464
MAX15059BATE+T TQFN-16(3x3) Power Management Specialized PMIC MAX15059BATE+T ROHS WFQFN-16 3,220
MAX15059AETE+T This product is capable of providing a single output voltage ranging from 7.8V to 76V, making it suitable for various applications TQFN-16 4,892

Key Featrues

Wide Input Voltage Range (2.8V to 5.5V): The MAX15059 supports a broad input voltage range, making it versatile for various low-power applications. This flexibility ensures compatibility with different power sources, enhancing its usability in portable and battery-operated devices.
High Output Voltage Capability (Up to 76V): With the ability to generate output voltages up to 76V, the MAX15059 is ideal for applications requiring high-voltage biasing, such as Avalanche Photodiodes (APDs). This feature enables precise control and monitoring in sensitive optical communication systems.
Accurate High-Side Current Monitor (±5%): The integrated high-side current monitor provides precise current measurement with an accuracy of ±5%. This ensures reliable monitoring of APD currents, improving system safety and performance in low-noise applications like GPON and FBON modules.
Ultra-Fast APD Current Limit (1µs Response Time): The device offers a resistor-adjustable, ultra-fast current limit with a response time of just 1µs. This rapid protection mechanism safeguards APDs from overcurrent conditions, enhancing system reliability and longevity.
Compact 16-Pin TQFN-EP Package: The MAX15059 comes in a small, thermally enhanced 3mm x 3mm TQFN package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs. Its compact form factor and efficient thermal performance are ideal for modern, high-density PCB layouts.

Applications

Avalanche Photodiode Biasing and Monitoring: The MAX15059 is ideal for biasing and monitoring avalanche photodiodes (APDs) in high-sensitivity optical applications. Its high-side current monitor and adjustable current limiting ensure precise control and protection of APDs, making it suitable for fiber optic communication systems and low-light detection environments.
FBON and GPON Modules: The MAX15059 is well-suited for powering and monitoring FBON (Fiber-to-the-Building Optical Network) and GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) modules. Its wide output voltage range and accurate current monitoring capabilities enable reliable operation in high-speed optical communication systems, ensuring stable performance in network infrastructure.
Low-Noise Varactor Diode Bias Supply: The MAX15059 is an excellent choice for providing a low-noise bias supply to varactor diodes in RF and microwave applications. Its constant PWM frequency and internal soft-start feature minimize noise and ensure smooth operation, making it ideal for tuning circuits in communication and radar systems.
PIN Diode Bias Supply: The MAX15059 is perfect for supplying bias voltage to PIN diodes in RF switches and attenuators. Its high-side current monitor and ultra-fast current limiting protect the diodes from overcurrent conditions, ensuring reliable performance in high-frequency signal processing applications.