Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX4053CEE

Overview

MAX4053CEE from Maxim Integrated is a triple single-pole/double-throw (SPDT) CMOS analog switch designed for low-voltage signal routing in precision analog systems. It operates from ±2.7V to ±8V dual supplies or +2.7V to +16V single supply, delivers 100Ω typical on-resistance at ±5V, guarantees 6Ω channel-to-channel on-resistance match (A-suffix), and supports rail-to-rail analog signals up to ±5V - ideal for battery-powered audio multiplexing and low-leakage data-acquisition front-ends.

For engineers reviewing the MAX4053CEE datasheet, MAX4053CEE pinout, MAX4053CEE application, or MAX4053CEE equivalent, key selection criteria include guaranteed on-resistance flatness (<10Ω), sub-0.1nA off-leakage at +25°C, TTL/CMOS-compatible logic thresholds (0.8V–2.4V), break-before-make timing (≤75ns), and QSOP-16 package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.

Technical Context

The MAX4053CEE implements three independent SPDT switches using matched CMOS transmission-gate architecture, each with fully differential control via ADDA/ADDB inputs and global INH enable. Its internal logic-level translators isolate digital control (referenced to V+/GND) from analog paths (bounded by V+/V−), enabling clean switching without ground reference dependency.

All NO/NC/COM terminals are bidirectional and electrically interchangeable; analog signal integrity is preserved via low charge injection (≤10pC), high off-isolation (<−90dB at 100kHz), and minimal crosstalk (<−90dB), making it suitable for multi-channel instrumentation where channel crosstalk and signal settling error must be minimized.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MAX4053CEE is supplied in a 16-pin QSOP (Quarter-Size Outline Package) with 0.15mm lead pitch and 5.0mm × 3.99mm body size, optimized for automated assembly and thermal performance in compact analog signal chains.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MAX4053ACSE and ADG1433BRUZ, the MAX4053CEE uniquely combines QSOP-16 compactness, guaranteed 6Ω RON matching, and 0.1nA off-leakage - making it optimal for space-limited, low-power, high-accuracy analog routing where parameter consistency across channels is mandatory.

Availability

MAX4053CEE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery-operated equipment, low-voltage data-acquisition systems, and communications circuits requiring stable component supply across industrial temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MAX4053CEE 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 precision analog, mixed-signal, and power-management ICs for demanding industrial, medical, and communications applications.

The MAX405x family targets low-voltage, low-leakage analog signal routing - specifically engineered for portable instrumentation, sensor interfaces, and audio systems where rail-to-rail operation, channel matching, and nanoscale leakage control are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum supply voltage range supported by the MAX4053CEE?

The MAX4053CEE supports dual supplies from ±2.7V to ±8V or a single supply from +2.7V to +16V. Absolute maximum ratings allow V+ up to +17V and V− down to −17V, but continuous operation beyond ±8V or +16V risks permanent damage. For reliable long-term use, stay within the specified operating ranges - especially critical when driving rail-to-rail analog signals that must remain within V− and V+ bounds.

Does the MAX4053CEE require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on its digital control pins?

No, the MAX4053CEE does not require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on ADDA, ADDB, or INH pins. Its TTL/CMOS-compatible logic thresholds (0.8V low, 2.4V high at +5V supply) ensure robust recognition of standard logic levels. Input leakage is ±1µA max, so direct connection to microcontroller GPIOs or FPGA outputs is safe - provided drive strength meets the 10µA sink/source requirement for guaranteed switching.

Can the MAX4053CEE be used with a single +3.3V supply?

Yes, the MAX4053CEE operates with a single +3.3V supply (V+ = +3.3V, V− = GND). At this voltage, typical on-resistance rises to ~525Ω (max 700Ω), and turn-on time extends to ~600ns, but all logic thresholds and leakage specs remain valid. Use this configuration only when signal amplitude stays within 0V to +3.3V and timing budgets accommodate slower switching - verified in the "Single +3V Supply" section of the datasheet.

How is channel-to-channel crosstalk specified for the MAX4053CEE?

Channel-to-channel crosstalk for the MAX4053CEE is specified as <−90dB at 100kHz with 50Ω source/load impedance. This value is measured from an active channel (e.g., COMA–NOA) to any other channel's COM or NO terminal while that channel is disabled. The result reflects capacitive coupling through the silicon substrate and package parasitics - confirmed in production testing and applicable across the full 0°C to +70°C temperature range of the MAX4053CEE.

What is the meaning of the "A" suffix in MAX4053A variants like MAX4053CEE?

The "A" suffix in MAX4053CEE denotes the enhanced performance grade: it guarantees tighter parametric limits including 6Ω max on-resistance match (vs. 12Ω for non-A parts), 0.1nA max off-leakage at +25°C (vs. 1nA), and improved on-resistance flatness. These specs are 100% production tested - not just design-benchmarked - making MAX4053CEE suitable for applications demanding channel consistency, such as differential sensor front-ends or calibrated multiplexer arrays where mismatch-induced errors must be minimized.