MAX16833AUE/V+TC0

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: LED Driver
• Characteristics: High Efficiency, Dimmable, Automotive Grade
• Package: 16-TSSOP
• Essence: Power Management IC for LED Lighting Applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 28V
• Output Current: Up to 1.5A
• Switching Frequency: 200kHz to 2MHz
• Dimming Control: Analog/PWM
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX16833AUE/V+TC0 has a 16-pin TSSOP package with the following pin configuration:

1. VCC: Power Supply Input
2. GND: Ground
3. FB: Feedback Pin for Output Voltage Regulation
4. EN: Enable Pin for Device Operation
5. DIM: Dimming Control Input
6. PWM: Pulse Width Modulation Input
7. LX: Switch Node Connection
8. BST: Bootstrap Capacitor Connection
9. SS/TR: Soft-Start/Tracking Pin
10. CS: Current Sense Pin
11. AGND: Analog Ground
12. PGND: Power Ground
13. OVP: Overvoltage Protection Pin
14. UVLO: Undervoltage Lockout Pin
15. VREF: Reference Voltage Output
16. COMP: Compensation Pin

Functional Features

• High Efficiency: The MAX16833AUE/V+TC0 utilizes a high-efficiency buck converter topology, ensuring minimal power loss during operation.
• Dimmable: The device supports both analog and pulse width modulation (PWM) dimming control, allowing precise brightness adjustment.
• Automotive Grade: Designed to meet the stringent requirements of automotive applications, the MAX16833AUE/V+TC0 offers high reliability and durability in harsh environments.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High efficiency results in reduced power consumption and improved energy savings. - Dimming control enables flexible lighting options and customization. - Automotive grade ensures reliable performance in automotive lighting applications.

Disadvantages: - Limited output current of up to 1.5A may not be suitable for high-power LED applications. - The 16-pin TSSOP package may require additional space on the PCB compared to smaller packages.

Working Principles

The MAX16833AUE/V+TC0 is a buck converter-based LED driver. It converts the input voltage into a regulated output voltage to drive LEDs efficiently. The device uses a feedback mechanism to maintain a constant output voltage, while the dimming control circuitry adjusts the brightness level based on the input signal. The integrated protection features such as overvoltage protection (OVP) and undervoltage lockout (UVLO) ensure safe operation under various conditions.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX16833AUE/V+TC0 is widely used in various LED lighting applications, including:

1. Automotive Lighting: Provides efficient and reliable LED driving solutions for automotive headlights, taillights, and interior lighting.
2. Architectural Lighting: Enables dimmable LED lighting systems for architectural purposes, such as accent lighting and façade illumination.
3. Industrial Lighting: Suitable for industrial lighting fixtures, offering high efficiency and long-term reliability.
4. Commercial Lighting: Used in commercial spaces like offices, retail stores, and hotels to achieve energy-efficient and customizable lighting solutions.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX16833AUE/V+T: Similar to MAX16833AUE/V+TC0 but without automotive-grade specifications.
2. MAX16833AUE/V+: Non-automotive version with the same specifications and features.
3. MAX16833AUE/V: Lower temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) variant suitable for non-automotive applications.

These alternative models provide flexibility in choosing the appropriate LED driver based on specific application requirements.

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