MAX1976A (12)

The MAX1976A is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for low-dropout linear regulation, the MAX1976A offers high-accuracy (±0.5%) output voltage, guaranteed 300mA output current, and low 100mV dropout at full load. Available in thin SOT23 and TDFN packages, it is ideal for portable battery-powered equipment such as cellular/smart/PDA phones, DSC/CD/MP3 players, notebook/handheld computers, and PCMCIA cards. Whether used in consumer electronics or portable computing devices, this series ensures reliable performance, thermal-overload protection, and short-circuit protection for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the MAX1976A series below.

Part Number Description Package Inventory Add To Bom
MAX1976AETA120+ LDO Regulator Pos 1.2V 0.3A 8-Pin TDFN EP T/R TDFN EP-8 5,907
MAX1976AETT120+ LDO Regulator Pos 1.2V 0.3A 6-Pin TDFN EP T/R TDFN EP-6 2,087
MAX1976AETT180+T Compact and reliable SOT and TDFN packages for space-constrained designs WDFN-6 6,568
MAX1976AETT120+T LDO Voltage Regulators Low-Input-Voltage, 300mA LDO Regulators with RESET in SOT and TDFN WDFN-6 8,347
MAX1976AETT180+ Low-Input-Voltage, 300mA LDO Regulators with RESET in SOT and TDFN 6-WDFN Exposed Pad 2,130
MAX1976AETT120/V+T Low-Input-Voltage, 300mA LDO Regulators with RESET in SOT and TDFN 6-WDFN Exposed Pad 2,067
MAX1976AETT180/V+T Low-Input-Voltage, 300mA LDO Regulators with RESET in SOT and TDFN 6-WDFN Exposed Pad 5,414
MAX1976AEZT100+T MAX1976AEZT100+T: Low Dropout Linear Regulator SOT-23-6 3,784
MAX1976AEZT250+T Reliable 300mA LDO Regulator with RESET feature SOT-23-6 7,342
MAX1976AEZT160+T Efficient 300mA regulator with low voltage input SOT-23-6 3,405
MAX1976AEZT120+T LDO Voltage Regulators Low-Input-Voltage, 300mA LDO Regulators with RESET in SOT and TDFN SOT-23-6 3,393
MAX1976AETA120+T Low-Input-Voltage LDO Regulators with 300mA Output WFDFN-8 6,550

Key Featrues

Low 1.62V Minimum Input Voltage: This feature allows the regulator to operate efficiently from very low input voltages, making it ideal for battery-powered devices like smartphones, PDAs, and portable electronics, where conserving battery life is critical.
Guaranteed 300mA Output Current: With a stable 300mA output current, this regulator ensures reliable power delivery for a wide range of applications, including handheld devices and PCMCIA cards, without compromising performance.
±2.5% Accuracy Over Load/Line/Temp: The high accuracy of the output voltage ensures consistent performance across varying load conditions, input voltages, and temperatures, enhancing the reliability of the connected circuitry.
Low 100mV Dropout at 300mA Load: The low dropout voltage minimizes power loss, improving efficiency and extending battery life in portable devices, especially when operating close to the minimum input voltage.
Active-Low RESET Output Flag: The RESET feature provides a reliable indication of when the output voltage reaches regulation, with a delay of 2.2ms (MAX1963A) or 70ms (MAX1966A), ensuring proper system initialization and stability in power-sensitive applications.

Applications

Portable Medical Devices: The MAX1963A/MAX1976A is perfect for powering portable medical devices such as glucose meters, pulse oximeters, and portable ECG monitors. Its low dropout voltage and high accuracy ensure reliable operation from small batteries, while the RESET feature provides safe startup and shutdown sequences, critical for medical applications.
Wearable Fitness Trackers: These LDO regulators are ideal for wearable fitness trackers, providing stable and efficient power management for sensors, microcontrollers, and wireless communication modules. The low supply current and thermal protection ensure long battery life and safe operation during extended use.
IoT Edge Devices: The MAX1963A/MAX1976A is well-suited for IoT edge devices, such as smart sensors and gateways, where low power consumption and reliable voltage regulation are essential. Its small form factor and high accuracy make it ideal for compact, battery-powered IoT applications in smart homes and industrial automation.
Portable Audio Players: These regulators are excellent for portable audio players, ensuring stable power delivery to audio amplifiers, DACs, and other critical components. The low noise and high accuracy of the output voltage enhance audio quality, while the RESET feature ensures proper initialization and shutdown, improving user experience.