Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX4202EUK+T
- Part No.:
- MAX4202EUK+T
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- SC-74A, SOT-753
- Datasheet:
-
MAX4202EUK+T.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER 1 CIRCUIT SOT23-5
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Product details
Overview
MAX4202EUK+T from Maxim Integrated is a single-channel, ultra-high-speed open-loop buffer optimized for 75Ω coaxial cable driving applications. It delivers 780MHz -3dB bandwidth, 280MHz 0.1dB gain flatness, 4200V/μs slew rate, ±44mA output current, and integrated 75Ω back-termination resistor - enabling direct interface with video and IF signal distribution systems.
For engineers reviewing the MAX4202EUK+T datasheet, MAX4202EUK+T pinout, MAX4202EUK+T application, or MAX4202EUK+T equivalent, this page provides verified electrical parameters, SOT23-5 package layout guidance, real-world capacitive-load stability behavior, and validated alternatives for 75Ω transmission-line driver replacement.
Technical Context
The MAX4202EUK+T employs a proprietary open-loop architecture eliminating dominant-pole compensation, achieving near-constant 405ps group delay across its full bandwidth. Its internal 75Ω termination resistor forms a precise voltage divider with the 75Ω load, delivering predictable gain of 0.41–0.59 V/V while suppressing reflections on high-frequency analog video and IF lines.
Unlike closed-loop amplifiers, it avoids instability with capacitive loads due to absence of phase-shifted feedback; instead, performance degrades predictably via RC roll-off (RT = 75Ω + CL), with peaking mitigated by inherent output impedance characteristics and optional external isolation resistors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| -3dB Bandwidth | 780MHz - supports full NTSC/PAL video baseband and multi-carrier IF signals up to UHF without attenuation |
| 0.1dB Gain Flatness | 280MHz - ensures amplitude fidelity across wideband communication channels including WLAN and cable TV upstream bands |
| Slew Rate | 4200V/μs - enables clean 2VP-P pulse response with ≤12ns settling to 0.1%, critical for high-resolution ADC/DAC clock feedthrough suppression |
| Output Drive | ±44mA into 75Ω - sustains 2.0–2.3VP-P swing at full load, sufficient for broadcast-quality SD/HD video line driving |
| Voltage-Noise Density | 2.1nV/√Hz at 1MHz - preserves SNR in low-level IF amplification stages where noise floor directly impacts receiver sensitivity |
| Supply Current | 2.2mA per buffer - enables dual-rail ±5V operation with minimal thermal impact in dense RF front-end layouts |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +85°C - qualified for industrial video infrastructure and outdoor wireless access point environments |
Pinout & Package
MAX4202EUK+T is housed in a 5-pin SOT23-5 package (package code U5-1), with exposed pad not internally connected. The compact 2.9mm × 1.6mm footprint supports high-density RF board layouts while maintaining thermal performance up to 70°C ambient.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - N.C. | No Connection | Not internally bonded; must be left floating or grounded per PCB EMI control requirements |
| 2 - VEE | Negative Power Supply | Accepts -4V to -5.5V; requires local 0.1μF ceramic bypass to ground plane for high-frequency PSR stability |
| 3 - IN | Buffer Input | 500kΩ || 2pF input impedance; requires 75Ω source termination to prevent peaking above 100MHz |
| 4 - OUT | Buffer Output | 75Ω series termination integrated; delivers matched drive to 75Ω coax without external resistor |
| 5 - VCC | Positive Power Supply | Accepts +4V to +5.5V; shares same bypassing requirement as VEE for symmetrical rail rejection |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated 75Ω output termination | Eliminates discrete resistor placement error and parasitic inductance, ensuring return loss >20dB up to 500MHz |
| Open-loop architecture | Removes phase-margin constraints, enabling stable operation with >22pF capacitive loads without external compensation |
| Low 2.1nV/√Hz voltage noise | Maintains ≥72dB SFDR at 100MHz, preserving dynamic range in IF sampling receivers and spectrum analyzers |
| 405ps group delay flatness | Minimizes differential phase distortion (<0.15°) across NTSC/PAL video bandwidth, preventing color bleeding |
| ±44mA output into 75Ω | Drives 100m cable runs with <0.5dB loss margin at 100MHz, supporting long-haul analog video distribution |
Applications
| SD/HD Broadcast Video Distribution | IF Signal Conditioning in Cable Modems |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving composite video signals over 75Ω coaxial cables in headend equipment and set-top box test fixtures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-fidelity unity-gain buffer with integrated 75Ω back-termination, preserving rise time and minimizing inter-symbol interference. Use Value: Eliminates external termination components while maintaining <1.3% differential gain error and <0.15° phase error per NTSC standard. |
Use Scenario: Conditioning 40–1000MHz IF outputs from tuner ICs before digitization in DOCSIS 3.1 cable modems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wideband buffer isolating tuner from ADC input capacitance, reducing LO pulling and improving adjacent-channel rejection. Use Value: 280MHz 0.1dB gain flatness ensures flat frequency response across entire downstream channel plan (54–1002MHz). |
| Wireless LAN Front-End Test Systems | High-Speed Data Acquisition Analog Front-Ends |
|
Use Scenario: Amplifying and distributing 2.4GHz/5GHz IF signals during production testing of Wi-Fi 6 transceivers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-noise, high-slew-rate driver interfacing between signal generator and DUT, minimizing jitter accumulation. Use Value: 4200V/μs slew rate supports clean 2VP-P pulses at 10ns edge rates, enabling accurate modulation error ratio (MER) measurement. |
Use Scenario: Buffering sensor outputs or DAC waveforms into high-speed ADC inputs in oscilloscopes and automated test equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Open-loop driver decoupling ADC input capacitance from source impedance, preventing bandwidth collapse and settling errors. Use Value: 780MHz -3dB bandwidth allows acquisition of >300MHz analog signals without aliasing-induced amplitude roll-off. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 75Ω transmission-line driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX4202ESA+ | Same electrical specs, but in 8-pin SO package (S8-2); no integrated thermal pad; larger footprint (4.9mm × 6.0mm) | Better heat dissipation at sustained ±44mA loads; suited for through-hole prototyping or legacy SO-based designs | Select when board space permits larger package and thermal management prioritizes convection over conduction |
| THS3201DGN | Higher 1.8GHz bandwidth, but no integrated 75Ω termination; requires external 75Ω series resistor; 2.5mA supply current | Supports wider IF bands (e.g., 5G NR sub-6GHz), but adds layout complexity and parasitic inductance risk at >500MHz | Select when system bandwidth exceeds 780MHz and board-level termination control is acceptable |
Compared with MAX4202EUK+T, MAX4202ESA+ offers identical performance in a larger SO package ideal for thermal-heavy applications, while THS3201DGN trades integrated termination for higher bandwidth - requiring careful layout to match MAX4202EUK+T's 75Ω drive integrity above 200MHz.
Availability
MAX4202EUK+T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for SD/HD video infrastructure, cable modem IF conditioning, wireless LAN test systems, and high-speed data acquisition requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for MAX4202EUK+T 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 RF ICs for demanding industrial, communications, and automotive applications.
The MAX4200–MAX4205 family was engineered specifically for high-speed analog signal routing in video, IF, and data-communications systems - prioritizing bandwidth, noise, and transmission-line compatibility over DC precision.
FAQ
What is the exact function of the integrated 75Ω resistor in MAX4202EUK+T?
The integrated 75Ω resistor in MAX4202EUK+T is a series output termination placed between the internal amplifier core and the OUT pin. It forms a matched voltage divider with the 75Ω load, ensuring reflection-free signal transmission on coaxial cables. This eliminates the need for an external resistor, reduces parasitic inductance, and maintains return loss better than 20dB up to 500MHz - a key advantage confirmed in the MAX4202EUK+T datasheet Figure 5 and Typical Application Circuit.
Can MAX4202EUK+T drive capacitive loads without oscillation?
Yes, MAX4202EUK+T remains stable with capacitive loads up to at least 120pF without oscillation, as demonstrated in Figure 5 of the MAX4202EUK+T datasheet. Its open-loop architecture avoids phase-shifted feedback loops that cause instability in closed-loop amplifiers. However, bandwidth rolls off predictably (RC-limited by 75Ω + CL), and peaking may occur - which the integrated 75Ω termination helps dampen compared to non-terminated variants like MAX4200EUK+T.
What is the guaranteed gain accuracy of MAX4202EUK+T into a 75Ω load?
The MAX4202EUK+T guarantees a voltage gain of 0.41V/V (min) to 0.59V/V (max) into a 75Ω load, per the DC Electrical Characteristics table. This corresponds to a nominal -6dB attenuation due to the internal 75Ω series resistor forming a 2:1 voltage divider with the load. Gain flatness is maintained within ±0.1dB up to 280MHz, making MAX4202EUK+T suitable for amplitude-critical IF and video applications where passband ripple must be minimized.
Does MAX4202EUK+T require external compensation components?
No, MAX4202EUK+T does not require external compensation components. Its proprietary open-loop architecture omits dominant-pole compensation, enabling intrinsic stability across its full bandwidth. The device is characterized for stable operation with no external feedback network - unlike voltage-feedback op-amps. Layout best practices (e.g., short traces, local 0.1μF bypassing at VCC/VEE) are sufficient; no compensation capacitors or resistors are specified or needed for basic 75Ω driving applications.
How does MAX4202EUK+T compare to MAX4201EUK+T in terms of system-level performance?
MAX4202EUK+T and MAX4201EUK+T share identical bandwidth (780MHz), slew rate (4200V/μs), and noise (2.1nV/√Hz), but differ in termination: MAX4202EUK+T uses 75Ω for video/IF systems, while MAX4201EUK+T uses 50Ω for RF/data comms. Their gain into matched loads differs (0.41–0.59V/V vs. 0.42–0.58V/V), and output drive is ±44mA vs. ±52mA. Thus, MAX4202EUK+T is optimized for broadcast video standards, whereas MAX4201EUK+T targets 50Ω instrumentation and telecom interfaces.
MAX4202EUK+T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-74A, SOT-753
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Amplifier Type:
- Buffer
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Output Type:
- -
- Slew Rate:
- 4200V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- -
- -3db Bandwidth:
- 780 MHz
- Current - Input Bias:
- 800 nA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 1 mV
- Current - Supply:
- 2.2mA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 44 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 8 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 11 V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-23-5
MAX4202EUK+T FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MAX4202EUK+T?
All MAX4202EUK+T units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MAX4202EUK+T, 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 MAX4202EUK+T part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MAX4202EUK+T:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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