Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX17570EEVKIT#

Overview

MAX17570EEVKIT# from Analog Devices is a fully assembled and tested evaluation kit designed to validate the performance of the MAX17570E high-voltage synchronous step-down DC-DC converter. It operates from 6.5V to 60V input, delivers up to 300mA at fixed 5V output, features PFM mode at light loads, includes adjustable UVLO, open-drain RESET, overcurrent/thermal protection, and complies with CISPR32 Class B emissions.

For engineers reviewing the MAX17570EEVKIT# datasheet, MAX17570EEVKIT# pinout, MAX17570EEVKIT# application, or MAX17570EEVKIT# equivalent, this kit enables rapid validation of high-efficiency 5V power delivery in industrial and automotive subsystems where input voltage range, EMI compliance, and light-load efficiency are critical selection criteria.

Technical Context

The MAX17570EEVKIT# hosts a complete, electrically isolated reference design for the MAX17570E IC, featuring a 47μH power inductor (L202), 1μF/100V input capacitor (C207), and 10μF/25V X7R output capacitor (C210). It implements resistor-programmable UVLO via R201/R202 and supports external frequency synchronization only on the MAX17570B variant-not on MAX17570E.

It integrates EMI filtering components compliant with CISPR32 Class B conducted/radiated limits and provides hot-plug robustness via optional 10μF/100V electrolytic capacitor (C203). The board uses a proven PCB layout optimized for thermal management and low-noise switching node routing.

Key Specifications

Availability

MAX17570EEVKIT# is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial power subsystem validation, automotive body electronics prototyping, and embedded sensor node development requiring stable component supply and fast time-to-test.

Supply support for MAX17570EEVKIT# 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

Analog Devices, Inc. is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing semiconductors, serving industrial, automotive, communications, and healthcare markets.

The MAX17570 series belongs to Analog Devices' high-voltage DC-DC converter product line, engineered specifically for reliable, efficient power conversion in harsh-input environments such as factory automation, transportation, and distributed power architectures.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the MAX17570EEVKIT#?

The MAX17570EEVKIT# is an evaluation kit that demonstrates and validates the operation of the MAX17570E synchronous step-down DC-DC converter. It provides a ready-to-use platform with a fixed 5V output, adjustable UVLO, RESET signaling, and full protection circuitry-enabling engineers to verify performance across the 6.5V–60V input range before integrating the MAX17570E into their final design.

Does the MAX17570EEVKIT# support external clock synchronization?

No, the MAX17570EEVKIT# does not support external clock synchronization. While the MAX17570B EV kit includes SYNC functionality via C109 and the SYNC pad, the MAX17570E variant-and therefore the MAX17570EEVKIT#-lacks this feature per the official evaluation kit documentation and schematic. Only the MAX17570B version enables synchronization within this dual-kit platform.

What output voltage and current does the MAX17570EEVKIT# deliver?

The MAX17570EEVKIT# delivers a fixed 5V output voltage with up to 300mA continuous load current. This output is regulated by the onboard MAX17570E IC operating in PFM mode at light loads and maintains tight regulation across its full 6.5V–60V input range, making it suitable for powering logic circuits, sensors, and communication interfaces in rugged applications.

How is input undervoltage lockout configured on the MAX17570EEVKIT#?

On the MAX17570EEVKIT#, input undervoltage lockout (UVLO) is resistor-programmable using R201 and R202, with default startup at 6.5V when jumper JU201 is left open. Installing a shunt across pins 2–3 of JU201 disables the MAX17570E. The UVLO threshold can be adjusted by changing the resistor divider values, as detailed in the MAX17570 data sheet and confirmed in the MAX17570EEVKIT# schematic and BOM.

Is the MAX17570EEVKIT# RoHS compliant and what certifications does it meet?

Yes, the MAX17570EEVKIT# is RoHS compliant (denoted by the # suffix in the part number). It meets CISPR32 Class B requirements for both conducted and radiated electromagnetic emissions, verified through standardized testing of the fully assembled board. Its layout, component selection-including EMI filter parts-and grounding strategy are all optimized to achieve this certification without additional shielding or filtering.