Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX394CWP+
- Part No.:
- MAX394CWP+
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Package:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
MAX394CWP+.pdf
- Description:
- IC SWITCH SPDT X 4 35OHM 20SOIC
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Product details
Overview
MAX394CWP+ from Analog Devices is a precision quad SPDT analog switch optimized for low-voltage, rail-to-rail signal routing in portable and test equipment. It operates from ±2.7V to ±8V bipolar or +2.7V to +15V single supply, delivers <35Ω max on-resistance with ≤2Ω channel matching, ≤4Ω flatness, and <10pC charge injection - enabling high-fidelity audio and instrumentation signal paths.
For engineers reviewing the MAX394CWP+ datasheet, MAX394CWP+ pinout, MAX394CWP+ application, or MAX394CWP+ equivalent, key selection criteria include guaranteed break-before-make timing (10ns typ), sub-75ns turn-off, <1μA quiescent current, ESD >2000V, and compatibility with TTL/CMOS logic across supply ranges.
Technical Context
The MAX394CWP+ integrates four independent CMOS SPDT switches fabricated using low-voltage silicon-gate process, supporting both single- and dual-supply operation without level-shifting circuitry. Its architecture guarantees matched on-resistance (≤2Ω) and flat RON (Δ4Ω max) over full analog signal range (V– to V+), critical for precision multiplexing and gain-switching applications.
Logic inputs are TTL/CMOS-compatible across supply voltages: +0.8V to +2.4V for V+ ≤ +8V, extending to +0.8V to +4V at higher supplies. All analog pins tolerate signals from V– – 2V to V+ + 2V, with internal clamping diodes limiting forward current to 30mA continuous.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| On-Resistance (max) | 35Ω at ±4.5V supplies - ensures minimal signal attenuation and gain error in precision analog paths |
| On-Resistance Match | ≤2Ω between channels - enables accurate differential switching and ratiometric measurements |
| Charge Injection | <10pC - reduces glitch-induced settling errors in sample-and-hold and ADC front-end circuits |
| Break-Before-Make Delay | 10ns typical - prevents momentary shorting during channel switching in sensitive signal chains |
| Off-Leakage Current | <2.5nA at +85°C - maintains signal integrity in high-impedance sensor interfaces and battery-powered systems |
| ESD Rating | >2000V per Method 3015.7 - supports robust handling in manufacturing and field-deployed instrumentation |
| Supply Range | ±2.7V to ±8V or +2.7V to +15V - accommodates legacy ±5V, modern 3.3V/5V, and extended-range industrial rails |
Pinout & Package
MAX394CWP+ is housed in a 20-pin Wide SO (SOIC-W) package (package code W26-1), RoHS-compliant, with exposed substrate tied to V+. Pin pitch is 1.27mm; body width is 7.5mm.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 10, 11, 20 | IN1–IN4 | Active-high digital control inputs; TTL/CMOS compatible; drive internal switch gates |
| 2, 9, 12, 19 | NO1–NO4 | Normally open analog terminals; connect to COM when corresponding IN = high |
| 3, 8, 13, 18 | COM1–COM4 | Common analog poles; bidirectional signal path between NO and NC |
| 4, 7, 14, 17 | NC1–NC4 | Normally closed analog terminals; connect to COM when corresponding IN = low |
| 5 | V− | Negative power supply rail; required for bipolar operation; sets lower analog signal limit |
| 6 | GND | Ground reference; used as return path in single-supply configurations |
| 15 | N.C. | No internal connection; must be left floating or grounded per layout best practice |
| 16 | V+ | Positive power supply rail; sets upper analog signal limit; substrate tied to this pin |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Rail-to-rail analog signal handling | Supports signals from V− to V+ without clipping - essential for full-scale dynamic range in data acquisition |
| Guaranteed flat on-resistance | Δ4Ω max over full analog range - eliminates amplitude distortion in variable-gain amplifiers and programmable filters |
| Low quiescent current | <1μA with all inputs high/low - extends battery life in portable test instruments and handheld meters |
| Break-before-make switching | 10ns typical delay - prevents signal shorting in audio crosspoint matrices and relay-replacement circuits |
| Pin compatibility with MAX333/MAX333A | Enables drop-in upgrade path with improved RON, leakage, and ESD performance - simplifies legacy design refresh |
Applications
| Test Equipment Multiplexing | Portable Audio Signal Routing |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-accuracy automated test systems requiring sequential connection of DUTs to shared measurement resources. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad SPDT switch routing analog test signals (voltage/current) between multiple sensors and a single precision ADC/DAC. Use Value: ≤2Ω channel matching and Δ4Ω RON flatness ensure consistent gain and offset across channels, reducing calibration overhead. |
Use Scenario: Battery-powered audio mixers or headphone amplifiers needing flexible input/output source selection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-distortion analog switch managing line-level or mic-level signal paths with minimal crosstalk and charge injection. Use Value: <10pC charge injection and 88dBm crosstalk at 1MHz preserve audio fidelity; <1μA IQ extends runtime in USB-C powered devices. |
| Heads-Up Display (HUD) Interface | Communications System Channel Selection |
Use Scenario: Automotive HUD controllers selecting between multiple video sources (camera, navigation, ADAS) for projection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Rail-to-rail SPDT switch routing composite or LVDS video signals while maintaining DC-coupled integrity. Use Value: V− to V+ analog range support enables direct interface with unbuffered video drivers; ESD >2000V withstands automotive EMI environments. |
Use Scenario: Base station transceivers dynamically assigning RF front-end components (filters, LNAs, PAs) across frequency bands. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-leakage analog switch isolating signal paths during band-switching sequences to prevent intermodulation. Use Value: <2.5nA off-leakage at +85°C ensures stable bias points in temperature-sensitive RF stages; 66dBm off-isolation suppresses adjacent-channel interference. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar analog switch applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX333ACPP+ | Higher max on-resistance (45Ω), wider temp range (−40°C to +85°C), same 20-pin DIP package | Better suited for industrial environments requiring extended temperature operation; less optimal for low-distortion audio | Select for legacy DIP-based designs needing broader temp range; avoid where <35Ω RON or <10pC charge injection is mandatory |
| ADG1412BRUZ | Lower on-resistance (1.3Ω typ), higher supply voltage limit (+36V), 16-pin TSSOP, no NC pins (SPST configuration) | Optimized for high-voltage industrial automation; lacks NC functionality and quad SPDT topology of MAX394CWP+ | Choose when ultra-low RON and high-voltage tolerance outweigh need for SPDT topology and NC routing flexibility |
Compared with MAX394CWP+, MAX333ACPP+ offers extended temperature capability but trades off on-resistance and charge injection performance, while ADG1412BRUZ provides superior RON and voltage range but abandons SPDT/NC architecture - making MAX394CWP+ uniquely balanced for precision, low-power, multi-path analog routing.
Availability
MAX394CWP+ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for test equipment, portable instruments, heads-up displays, and communications systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for MAX394CWP+ 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 is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing technologies, serving industrial, automotive, communications, and healthcare markets since 1965.
The MAX394CWP+ belongs to Analog Devices' precision analog switch product line, engineered specifically for low-voltage, low-distortion signal routing in portable and high-accuracy instrumentation applications.
FAQ
What supply voltage ranges does the MAX394CWP+ support?
The MAX394CWP+ supports bipolar supplies from ±2.7V to ±8V and single supplies from +2.7V to +15V. It maintains rail-to-rail analog signal handling across these ranges, with logic inputs guaranteed compatible from +0.8V to +2.4V (up to +8V supplies) or +0.8V to +4V (above +8V). Absolute maximum ratings specify V+ to V− ≤ 17V.
How does the MAX394CWP+ achieve low charge injection, and why does it matter?
The MAX394CWP+ achieves <10pC typical charge injection through optimized CMOS gate design and low-voltage silicon-gate process. This minimizes voltage glitches on high-impedance nodes during switching - critical in sample-and-hold circuits, programmable-gain amplifiers, and precision ADC front-ends where even picocoulomb-level injection causes measurable settling errors.
Is the MAX394CWP+ pin-compatible with other Maxim analog switches?
Yes, the MAX394CWP+ is explicitly pin-compatible with the MAX333 and MAX333A, sharing identical 20-pin Wide SO pinout and terminal functions. This allows direct replacement in existing designs to improve on-resistance, leakage, and ESD performance without PCB modifications.
What is the maximum operating temperature for the MAX394CWP+?
The MAX394CWP+ is rated for operation from 0°C to +70°C ambient temperature (Commercial grade). Its electrical specifications - including on-resistance match (≤4Ω), off-leakage (<2.5nA), and charge injection (<10pC) - are fully guaranteed across this range per the datasheet's "C" suffix designation.
Can the MAX394CWP+ be used in single-supply 3.3V systems?
Yes, the MAX394CWP+ operates reliably from +2.7V to +3.6V single supply. At +3.3V, on-resistance rises to 185Ω (max), turn-on time extends to 400ns (typ), and charge injection drops to 5pC (typ). These values remain within specification and support low-power portable applications where speed and RON trade-offs are acceptable.
MAX394CWP+ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Switch Circuit:
- SPDT
- Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit:
- 2:1
- Number of Circuits:
- 4
- On-State Resistance (Max):
- 35Ohm
- Channel-to-Channel Matching (ΔRon):
- 500mOhm
- Voltage - Supply, Single (V+):
- 2.7V ~ 15V
- Voltage - Supply, Dual (V±):
- ±2.7V ~ 8V
- Switch Time (Ton, Toff) (Max):
- 130ns, 75ns
- -3db Bandwidth:
- -
- Charge Injection:
- 5pC
- Channel Capacitance (CS(off), CD(off)):
- 12pF, 12pF
- Current - Leakage (IS(off)) (Max):
- 200pA
- Crosstalk:
- -88dB @ 1MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-SOIC
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MAX394CWP+?
All MAX394CWP+ units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MAX394CWP+, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MAX394CWP+ part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MAX394CWP+:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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