MAX8557 (2)
MAX8557 is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for low-dropout linear regulation, the MAX8557 offers a wide input voltage range of 1.425V to 3.6V, guaranteed 4A output current, ±1% output accuracy, and a typical dropout voltage of only 100mV. Available in a 16-Pin Thin QFN (5mm x 5mm) package, it is ideal for applications such as Automated Test Equipment (ATE), base stations, networking, optical modules, point-of-load supplies, and servers and storage devices. Whether used in high-performance power management or industrial systems, this series ensures reliable performance, scalability, and efficiency for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the MAX8557 series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAX8557ETE+ | LDO Voltage Regulators 4A Ultra-Low-Input-Voltage LDO Regulators | TQFN-16 | 6,823 | |
| MAX8557ETE+T | 4A LDO Regulators for Low-Input-Voltage Applications | TQFN-16 | 6,901 |
Key Featrues
Wide Input Voltage Range (1.425V to 3.6V): This feature allows the MAX8557ETE+T to operate efficiently in low-voltage environments, making it suitable for applications like portable devices, optical modules, and point-of-load supplies. The wide range ensures compatibility with various power sources, enhancing flexibility and reliability in diverse use cases.
High Output Current (4A) with Low Dropout (100mV): The regulator can deliver up to 4A of continuous output current with a typical dropout voltage of only 100mV. This ensures efficient power delivery even under high load conditions, reducing power loss and improving thermal performance, which is critical for high-performance systems like servers and networking equipment.
±1% Output Accuracy Over Load/Line/Temperature: This high level of precision ensures stable and reliable output voltage across varying load conditions, input voltages, and temperatures. It is particularly beneficial for sensitive applications like automated test equipment (ATE) and base stations, where consistent voltage regulation is crucial.
Built-In Soft-Start and Fast Transient Response: The soft-start feature minimizes inrush current during startup, protecting the system from potential damage. Combined with fast transient response, this ensures smooth operation and quick recovery from load changes, making it ideal for dynamic environments like optical modules and networking devices.
Comprehensive Protection Features (Over Current, Over Temperature, Short Circuit, UVLO): These built-in protections enhance the reliability and safety of the regulator by preventing damage from overcurrent, overheating, short circuits, and undervoltage conditions. This makes it suitable for mission-critical applications such as servers and storage devices, where system integrity is paramount.
High Output Current (4A) with Low Dropout (100mV): The regulator can deliver up to 4A of continuous output current with a typical dropout voltage of only 100mV. This ensures efficient power delivery even under high load conditions, reducing power loss and improving thermal performance, which is critical for high-performance systems like servers and networking equipment.
±1% Output Accuracy Over Load/Line/Temperature: This high level of precision ensures stable and reliable output voltage across varying load conditions, input voltages, and temperatures. It is particularly beneficial for sensitive applications like automated test equipment (ATE) and base stations, where consistent voltage regulation is crucial.
Built-In Soft-Start and Fast Transient Response: The soft-start feature minimizes inrush current during startup, protecting the system from potential damage. Combined with fast transient response, this ensures smooth operation and quick recovery from load changes, making it ideal for dynamic environments like optical modules and networking devices.
Comprehensive Protection Features (Over Current, Over Temperature, Short Circuit, UVLO): These built-in protections enhance the reliability and safety of the regulator by preventing damage from overcurrent, overheating, short circuits, and undervoltage conditions. This makes it suitable for mission-critical applications such as servers and storage devices, where system integrity is paramount.
Applications
Point-of-Load Power Supply: The MAX8557ETE+T is ideal for providing stable and adjustable power to point-of-load (POL) applications, such as FPGAs, ASICs, and microprocessors. Its ultra-low dropout voltage of 100mV at 4A ensures efficient power delivery, even with tight voltage margins, making it suitable for high-performance computing and networking equipment.
Optical Module Power Management: The MAX8557ETE+T is well-suited for powering optical modules in telecommunications and data center applications. Its adjustable output voltage (0.5V to 3.4V) and high current capability (4A) ensure reliable operation, while its low quiescent current minimizes power loss, making it ideal for energy-efficient optical transceivers.
Automated Test Equipment (ATE): The MAX8557ETE+T is perfect for use in ATE systems, where precise and stable voltage regulation is critical. Its ±1% output accuracy over load, line, and temperature ensures consistent performance, while its built-in soft-start and thermal protection features enhance reliability in demanding test environments.
Server and Storage Device Power Regulation: The MAX8557ETE+T is an excellent choice for powering servers and storage devices, where high current and low dropout voltage are essential. Its fast transient response and short-circuit current foldback protection ensure stable operation, even under dynamic load conditions, making it ideal for data center applications.
Optical Module Power Management: The MAX8557ETE+T is well-suited for powering optical modules in telecommunications and data center applications. Its adjustable output voltage (0.5V to 3.4V) and high current capability (4A) ensure reliable operation, while its low quiescent current minimizes power loss, making it ideal for energy-efficient optical transceivers.
Automated Test Equipment (ATE): The MAX8557ETE+T is perfect for use in ATE systems, where precise and stable voltage regulation is critical. Its ±1% output accuracy over load, line, and temperature ensures consistent performance, while its built-in soft-start and thermal protection features enhance reliability in demanding test environments.
Server and Storage Device Power Regulation: The MAX8557ETE+T is an excellent choice for powering servers and storage devices, where high current and low dropout voltage are essential. Its fast transient response and short-circuit current foldback protection ensure stable operation, even under dynamic load conditions, making it ideal for data center applications.
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