The MAX708EPA+ is an integrated circuit (IC) component that belongs to the Reset Circuits family. It is manufactured by Maxim Integrated, a leading company in analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. The MAX708EPA+ is specifically designed to provide a reliable and cost-effective solution for monitoring and generating system resets in microcontroller-based systems.
The key features of the MAX708EPA+ are as follows:
1. Power-On Reset Generation: The IC accurately monitors the power supply voltage and generates a reset signal to the microcontroller when the voltage drops below a predefined threshold value. This ensures that the microcontroller initializes correctly during power-up or when the power supply is unstable.
2. Adjustable Reset Threshold: The reset threshold voltage can be adjusted using an external resistor, allowing flexibility in setting the desired reset voltage level. This feature makes the MAX708EPA+ compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers and power supply configurations.
3. Low Power Consumption: The IC features a low quiescent current, typically consuming only a few microamperes of current during normal operation. This helps in minimizing power dissipation and maximizing battery life in portable devices.
4. Reliable Reset Output: The MAX708EPA+ offers an active-low reset output, which remains asserted until the power supply voltage rises above the reset threshold. This ensures that the microcontroller is held in a reset state until the power supply is stable and reliable
