Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX362CPE

Overview

MAX362CPE from Maxim Integrated is a precision quad single-pole single-throw (SPST) analog switch with normally open (NO) configuration, designed for rail-to-rail signal routing in high-fidelity sample-and-hold and test equipment circuits. It delivers <85Ω maximum on-resistance, <10pC guaranteed charge injection, <4nA off-leakage at +85°C, and sub-170ns turn-off time under ±15V bipolar supply.

For engineers reviewing the MAX362CPE datasheet, MAX362CPE pinout, MAX362CPE application, or MAX362CPE equivalent, key selection criteria include matched on-resistance (<2Ω between channels), flat on-resistance over signal range (∆9Ω max), ESD tolerance >2000V, and compatibility with single-supply (+10V to +30V) or split-supply (±4.5V to ±20V) operation.

Technical Context

The MAX362CPE implements four independent CMOS-controlled SPST switches fabricated in Maxim's 44V silicon-gate process, enabling rail-to-rail analog signal handling up to ±15.5V. Its architecture guarantees low channel-to-channel on-resistance mismatch and minimal variation across the full analog input range.

Logic inputs are TTL/CMOS-compatible with reduced loading, and internal substrate connection to V+ ensures robust latch-up immunity. Charge injection is tightly controlled (<10pC) to minimize sampling error in precision acquisition systems.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MAX362CPE uses a 16-pin plastic DIP package (0°C to +70°C operating range), with pins arranged in dual-in-line format and substrate tied to V+. Pin 12 is V+, pin 4 is V−, pin 5 is GND, pins 1–4 and 13–16 are logic inputs (IN1–IN4) and common terminals (COM1–COM4), and pins 6–9 are NO terminals (NO1–NO4).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad SPST analog switch applications.

Compared with ADG408BRZ and TS5A3157DCKR, the MAX362CPE uniquely supports true bipolar operation (±4.5V to ±20V), guarantees <2Ω channel matching, and delivers <10pC charge injection-making it irreplaceable in precision rail-to-rail sample-and-hold and military-grade guidance systems.

Availability

MAX362CPE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for sample-and-hold circuits, test equipment, and guidance and control systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for MAX362CPE 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) is a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and power management ICs for industrial, communications, and computing markets.

The MAX361/MAX362 product line was engineered specifically for precision analog signal routing in demanding instrumentation and control applications where low charge injection, matched on-resistance, and rail-to-rail capability are mandatory.

FAQ

What is the maximum analog signal voltage range supported by the MAX362CPE?

The MAX362CPE supports rail-to-rail analog signals from V− − 2V to V+ + 2V, with absolute maximum ratings of ±44V on V+ and ±25V on GND. Under ±15V bipolar supply, it handles ±15.5V signals; under +12V single supply, it supports 0V to +12V. This range is confirmed in the Absolute Maximum Ratings and Electrical Characteristics tables of the official datasheet.

Does the MAX362CPE require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on its logic inputs?

No, the MAX362CPE does not require external pull-up or pull-down resistors. Its CMOS/TTL-compatible inputs have low input current (±500nA max) and defined thresholds (VINH = 2.4V, VINL = 0.8V), allowing direct interfacing with microcontrollers and logic families. The datasheet specifies no external biasing is needed for proper logic-level recognition.

Can the MAX362CPE operate with unbalanced supplies such as +24V and −5V?

Yes, the MAX362CPE can operate with unbalanced supplies like +24V and −5V, provided the difference between V+ and V− does not exceed +44V and each supply remains within its absolute maximum rating. The datasheet explicitly states this capability and recommends connecting V− to 0V in single-supply mode, confirming design flexibility for non-symmetric rails.

What is the thermal performance of the MAX362CPE in plastic DIP package at +70°C ambient?

In the 16-pin plastic DIP package, the MAX362CPE has a derating factor of 10.53mW/°C above +70°C and a maximum continuous power dissipation of 842mW at TA = +70°C. At full rated temperature, junction temperature remains within safe limits given typical load conditions, as verified in the Absolute Maximum Ratings table and thermal characterization section.

Is the exposed pad on MAX362CPE packages electrically connected, and how should it be handled?

The MAX362CPE is offered in plastic DIP packaging, which does not feature an exposed pad. Exposed pad configurations (e.g., THIN QFN) apply only to MAX362ETE variants-not to MAX362CPE. Therefore, no pad connection or thermal management is required for the MAX362CPE; standard DIP mounting and soldering procedures apply.