The MAX797CSE-T is an integrated circuit (IC) component developed by Maxim Integrated, a leading semiconductor company. It is a high-efficiency, step-up DC-DC converter with a unique architecture that enables it to deliver high currents and withstand high ambient temperatures. This small-sized IC is widely used in various applications, such as portable devices, battery-powered systems, and automotive electronics.
Key Features:
1. High-Efficiency Conversion: The MAX797CSE-T offers up to 88% efficiency, resulting in minimized power losses during voltage conversion. This feature not only helps conserve power but also reduces heat dissipation.
2. Input Voltage Range: This IC component operates from a wide input voltage range of 1.8V to 11V, making it suitable for a broad range of power sources.
3. Fixed and Adjustable Outputs: It provides fixed output voltages as well as an option for an adjustable output voltage. The fixed output voltages range from 3.3V to 16V, while the adjustable output can be set using external resistors.
4. High Output Current: The MAX797CSE-T can deliver an output current up to 1.5A, making it capable of powering a wide array of devices, including power-hungry components.
5. Overvoltage Protection: This IC incorporates overvoltage protection that prevents the output voltage from exceeding a set threshold, safeguarding connected devices from potential damage