Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX4217ESA+
- Part No.:
- MAX4217ESA+
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
MAX4217ESA+.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER 2 CIRCUIT 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
MAX4217ESA+ from Maxim Integrated is a dual-channel, precision, closed-loop +2/−1 gain rail-to-rail output buffer IC optimized for high-speed video and instrumentation signal conditioning. It delivers 230MHz −3dB bandwidth, 600V/µs slew rate, ±120mA output drive, and 0.03%/0.04° differential gain/phase error while operating from a single 3.15V–11V supply. It is used in video line drivers and ADC interface circuits requiring wide bandwidth and low distortion.
For engineers reviewing the MAX4217ESA+ datasheet, MAX4217ESA+ pinout, MAX4217ESA+ application, or MAX4217ESA+ equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-channel rail-to-rail output swing, fixed internal 500Ω feedback resistors for gain-of-2 or inverting gain-of-1 configurations, low 5.5mA quiescent current per amplifier, and SO-8 package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The MAX4217ESA+ implements voltage-feedback architecture enhanced with current-feedback techniques to achieve high slew rate and bandwidth without sacrificing DC precision. Its internal 500Ω resistors set closed-loop gains of +2V/V (noninverting) or −1V/V (inverting), eliminating external resistor matching requirements.
Each channel features rail-to-rail output swing into 2kΩ loads (within 60mV of rails), input common-mode range extending 100mV beyond VEE, and local output-stage feedback that maintains low output impedance (<200mΩ at 10MHz) and enables ±120mA drive capability while limiting total supply current to 5.5mA per buffer.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth (−3dB) | 230MHz - supports full NTSC/PAL video bandwidth and high-speed data acquisition sampling. |
| Slew Rate | 600V/µs - enables clean 2VP-P pulse response with <1ns rise/fall times into 100Ω loads. |
| Output Drive | ±120mA - drives 50Ω/75Ω coaxial cables directly without external buffers. |
| Differential Gain/Phase Error | 0.03%/0.04° - meets broadcast-grade video fidelity requirements for analog video routing. |
| Supply Current (per amp) | 5.5mA - enables dual-channel operation at <11.0mA total, suitable for battery-powered instruments. |
| Input Noise Density | 10nV/√Hz - preserves SNR in low-level signal amplification stages such as CCD imaging front-ends. |
| Operating Supply | Single 3.15V–11V or dual ±1.575V–±5.5V - supports 3.3V, 5V, and ±5V system rails without level-shifting. |
Pinout & Package
MAX4217ESA+ is housed in an 8-pin SO (Small Outline) package with exposed pad thermal enhancement. Pin functions are electrically isolated per channel, enabling independent configuration of each amplifier.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (OUTA) | Amplifier A Output | Rail-to-rail output capable of ±120mA sink/source into 50Ω loads; requires no external compensation for stable 230MHz operation. |
| 2 (IN−A) | Amplifier A Inverting Input | 500Ω internal resistor to ground sets −1V/V gain when used as signal input; 56Ω/88Ω termination required for 50Ω/75Ω systems. |
| 3 (IN+A) | Amplifier A Noninverting Input | High-impedance input (3MΩ typical); grounded for +2V/V gain configuration; supports input common-mode down to VEE − 100mV. |
| 4 (VEE) | Negative Power Supply / Ground | Reference node for single-supply operation (0V) or negative rail in dual-supply mode (−5V); substrate tied to this pin. |
| 5 (VCC) | Positive Power Supply | Accepts 3.15V–11V; bypass with 0.1µF ceramic capacitor placed adjacent to pin for high-frequency stability. |
| 6 (IN+B) | Amplifier B Noninverting Input | Independent high-Z input for second channel; identical electrical specs to IN+A; enables dual-path signal conditioning on one die. |
| 7 (IN−B) | Amplifier B Inverting Input | 500Ω internal resistor to ground; supports independent −1V/V gain configuration for channel B without external components. |
| 8 (OUTB) | Amplifier B Output | Fully buffered, rail-to-rail output with matched AC performance to OUTA; all-hostile crosstalk <−95dB at 10MHz. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Precision Resistors | Matched 500Ω feedback network ensures exact +2V/V or −1V/V closed-loop gain without external resistor tolerance errors or layout parasitics. |
| Rail-to-Rail Output Swing | Drives 2kΩ loads to within 60mV of VCC/VEE rails, maximizing dynamic range in 3.3V and 5V video signal chains. |
| Low Distortion at 5MHz | −72dBc SFDR and −71dB THD enable high-fidelity reconstruction of composite video and baseband signals. |
| High Output Drive | ±120mA output current eliminates need for external driver stages in 75Ω video distribution and ADC clock buffering. |
| Low Quiescent Current | 5.5mA per amplifier allows dual-channel operation at <11.0mA, critical for portable test equipment and handheld instruments. |
Applications
| Video Line Drivers | Analog-to-Digital Converter Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving composite NTSC/PAL video signals over 75Ω coaxial cables to multiple monitors or recording devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-channel rail-to-rail buffer providing gain-of-2 amplification and cable drive with minimal differential gain/phase error. Use Value: Maintains 0.03%/0.04° video fidelity across full 0–5.5MHz bandwidth, eliminating color shift and timing jitter in broadcast-quality routing. | Use Scenario: Buffering high-speed analog sensor outputs before sampling by 10–14-bit ADCs in data acquisition systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-noise, high-slew-rate driver isolating ADC input from source impedance variations and ensuring fast settling. Use Value: 600V/µs slew rate and 230MHz bandwidth support >5MSPS sampling without aperture uncertainty or harmonic distortion degradation. |
| CCD Imaging Systems | Video Routing and Switching Systems |
Use Scenario: Conditioning low-voltage, high-impedance analog outputs from CCD image sensors prior to correlated double sampling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-input-noise (10nV/√Hz) buffer with rail-to-rail output swing preserving full dynamic range of pixel charge signals. Use Value: Enables >72dB SNR in scientific imaging by minimizing added noise and maintaining linearity across 16-bit signal spans. | Use Scenario: Multiplexing multiple video sources into a single display path using analog switch matrices with post-switch buffering. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-channel output driver restoring signal integrity after switch-induced capacitance and crosstalk. Use Value: All-hostile crosstalk <−95dB at 10MHz prevents ghosting between active video channels during real-time switching. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-speed, dual-channel buffer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LMH6722MA/NOPB | Single-channel, 320MHz bandwidth, 1000V/µs slew rate, no internal gain-setting resistors. | Requires external 500Ω resistors for gain-of-2; higher power (12.5mA per amp); not pin-compatible. | Select when higher bandwidth/slew rate is needed and board area permits external resistor placement. |
| THS3202D | Dual-channel, 375MHz bandwidth, 2000V/µs slew rate, no internal resistors, ±15V supply capable. | Higher supply voltage range (±15V), higher quiescent current (15mA per amp), different pinout and gain configuration method. | Choose for industrial analog signal paths requiring >10V output swing and higher supply headroom. |
Compared with LMH6722MA/NOPB and THS3202D, the MAX4217ESA+ offers integrated gain-setting resistors, lower power (5.5mA/amp), and guaranteed 0.03% differential gain error-making it optimal for compact, low-power video and instrumentation designs where component count and layout simplicity are critical.
Availability
MAX4217ESA+ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for video line drivers, analog-to-digital converter interface circuits, and CCD imaging systems requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for MAX4217ESA+ 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 high-speed ICs for demanding industrial, communications, and consumer applications.
The MAX4217ESA+ belongs to Maxim's high-speed rail-to-rail buffer product line, engineered specifically for video signal integrity, low-distortion instrumentation, and space-constrained analog signal conditioning where fixed-gain accuracy and minimal external components are essential.
FAQ
What is the gain configuration flexibility of the MAX4217ESA+?
The MAX4217ESA+ provides two fixed closed-loop gain options per channel: +2V/V in noninverting mode (ground IN−, apply signal to IN+) or −1V/V in inverting mode (ground IN+, apply signal to IN−). Internal 500Ω resistors eliminate external component requirements, ensuring precise, temperature-stable gain without resistor matching tolerances affecting MAX4217ESA+ performance.
Does the MAX4217ESA+ support single-supply operation?
Yes, the MAX4217ESA+ operates from a single 3.15V to 11V supply with rail-to-rail output swing and input common-mode range extending 100mV beyond VEE (ground in single-supply mode). This enables direct interfacing with 3.3V and 5V logic and sensors without level-shifting circuitry, making MAX4217ESA+ ideal for portable and low-voltage instrumentation.
What is the maximum capacitive load the MAX4217ESA+ can drive stably?
The MAX4217ESA+ is stable driving up to 20pF of capacitive load without external isolation. For loads exceeding 20pF (e.g., long PCB traces or unterminated cables), a series isolation resistor (e.g., 27Ω for 68pF) restores phase margin and suppresses peaking-verified in MAX4217ESA+ typical application curves and confirmed by small-signal gain vs. frequency plots with CL = 47pF/68pF/120pF.
How does the MAX4217ESA+ compare to the MAX4215ESA in terms of channel count and enable functionality?
The MAX4217ESA+ contains two independent amplifiers with no enable/disable feature, whereas the MAX4215ESA is a single-channel device with EN_ pin for shutdown (reducing supply current to 400µA). MAX4217ESA+ is selected when dual-channel buffering is required without power gating; MAX4215ESA suits space-constrained, power-sensitive single-channel applications.
What package type is used for the MAX4217ESA+ and what are its thermal characteristics?
The MAX4217ESA+ uses an 8-pin SO (Small Outline) package with exposed thermal pad (SOIC-N), rated for continuous power dissipation of 471mW at +70°C (derated 5.9mW/°C above). Its thermal resistance θJA is ~110°C/W, supporting reliable operation in compact enclosures when properly heatsinked via the exposed pad to PCB copper.
MAX4217ESA+ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Last Time Buy
- Amplifier Type:
- Buffer, Voltage Feedback
- Number of Circuits:
- 2
- Output Type:
- Rail-to-Rail
- Slew Rate:
- 600V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- -
- -3db Bandwidth:
- 230 MHz
- Current - Input Bias:
- 5.4 µA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 4 mV
- Current - Supply:
- 5.5mA (x2 Channels)
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 120 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 3.15 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 11 V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MAX4217ESA+?
All MAX4217ESA+ units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MAX4217ESA+, 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 MAX4217ESA+ part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MAX4217ESA+:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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