Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX16910C9EVKIT#

Overview

The MAX16910C9EVKIT# from Maxim Integrated is a fully assembled and tested evaluation kit for the MAX16910C automotive-grade 200mA low-dropout linear regulator, supporting input voltages from 3.5V to 30V and configurable fixed (3.3V/5V) or adjustable (1.5V–11V) output voltage modes with open-drain RESET monitoring.

For engineers reviewing the MAX16910C9EVKIT# datasheet, MAX16910C9EVKIT# pinout, MAX16910C9EVKIT# application, or MAX16910C9EVKIT# equivalent, this kit enables rapid validation of LDO performance under automotive supply conditions, RESET timing behavior, enable control logic, and feedback resistor configuration - critical for power-rail qualification in infotainment, ADAS sensor modules, and body control units.

Technical Context

The MAX16910C9EVKIT# implements the MAX16910CASA9 IC - a 200mA automotive LDO with 92.5% output-voltage reset threshold and 1.25ms programmable reset timeout via C4 (1000pF). It supports dual enable modes: shunt-controlled (JU1 pins 1–2 enabled / 2–3 disabled) or external voltage control at the ENABLE pad.

Output voltage configuration uses jumper pairs JU2/JU3 to select between fixed-mode (3.3V or 5V) and adjustable-mode (1.5V–11V via R1/R2 divider), with V_SETOV = 1.25V reference and low-dropout of 280mV at full 200mA load - enabling stable regulation across wide VIN transients typical in 12V/24V vehicle systems.

Key Specifications

Availability

MAX16910C9EVKIT# is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive power validation, LDO qualification testing, and RESET signal timing verification requiring stable component supply in development labs, Tier-1 engineering centers, and embedded electronics prototyping environments.

Supply support for MAX16910C9EVKIT# includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices) designs high-performance analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications applications.

The MAX16910C product line delivers automotive-qualified LDO regulators with precise reset thresholds and robust transient response - engineered specifically for power management in safety-critical vehicle subsystems such as camera modules and radar ECUs.

FAQ

What does the MAX16910C9EVKIT# evaluate?

The MAX16910C9EVKIT# evaluates the MAX16910CASA9 - a 200mA automotive LDO regulator with 92.5% output-voltage reset threshold. It provides full hardware implementation for validating input range (3.5V–30V), output regulation accuracy, RESET timing, enable control, and feedback configuration. The MAX16910C9EVKIT# also supports evaluation of the MAX16910CASA8 variant (87% threshold) by component substitution.

How is output voltage configured on the MAX16910C9EVKIT#?

Output voltage on the MAX16910C9EVKIT# is configured using jumpers JU2 and JU3. For fixed 5V output, install shunts on JU2 (pins 2–3) and JU3 (pins 1–2); for fixed 3.3V, use JU2 (2–3) and JU3 (2–3). For adjustable mode (1.5V–11V), install shunt on JU2 (1–2), remove JU3 shunt, and populate R1/R2 pads per the equation R1 = R2 × (V_OUT/1.25V − 1).

What is the function of the RESET output on the MAX16910C9EVKIT#?

The RESET output on the MAX16910C9EVKIT# is an open-drain signal tied to the MAX16910CASA9's internal reset comparator. It transitions high-impedance when V_OUT reaches 92.5% of regulation, then pulls low for 1.25ms (programmed by C4) before going high. R3 (10kΩ) pulls it up to V_OUT, enabling direct connection to microcontroller reset inputs without external pull-up.

Can the MAX16910C9EVKIT# be used with the MAX16910CASA8 IC?

Yes - the MAX16910C9EVKIT# is compatible with both the MAX16910CASA9 (92.5% reset threshold) and MAX16910CASA8 (87% reset threshold). The board layout and component selection support either device; only the IC must be replaced. No PCB modifications are required, but RESET timing and threshold behavior will differ per the respective datasheet specifications for each variant.

What power supply requirements are needed to operate the MAX16910C9EVKIT#?

The MAX16910C9EVKIT# requires a 3.5V to 30V DC power supply capable of delivering ≥300mA. A lab bench supply set to 14V is recommended for initial validation. An electronic load (200mA sink) and digital multimeter are required to verify output voltage accuracy, load regulation, and RESET assertion timing per the MAX16910C9EVKIT# Quick Start procedure.