Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX4285ESA+T
- Part No.:
- MAX4285ESA+T
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
MAX4285ESA+T.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER 1 CIRCUIT 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
MAX4285ESA+T from Maxim Integrated is a single-channel, high-speed voltage-feedback operational amplifier optimized as an ADC buffer driver. It delivers 250MHz -3dB bandwidth, 350V/µs slew rate, and 6ns (0.1%) settling time while operating from a +2.85V to +6.5V single supply. Its disable feature reduces quiescent current to 1mA and places the output in high-impedance state-ideal for multiplexed ADC front-ends in communications and instrumentation systems.
For engineers reviewing the MAX4285ESA+T datasheet, MAX4285ESA+T pinout, MAX4285ESA+T application, or MAX4285ESA+T equivalent, key selection criteria include unity-gain stability, rail-to-rail input common-mode range (down to VEE), high-output drive (±77mA/–106mA), low distortion (88dBc SFDR at 5MHz), and fast enable/disable timing (40ns/50ns).
Technical Context
The MAX4285ESA+T is a unity-gain stable voltage-feedback op amp designed specifically for driving high-resolution, high-speed analog-to-digital converters. Its input stage extends to the negative rail (VEE), enabling true single-supply operation with ground-referenced inputs. The internal compensation ensures stability without external components across gain ≥1 configurations.
It features an active-low disable input that disconnects the output stage, reducing supply current from 20mA to 1mA and raising output impedance to ~35kΩ. This enables clean signal routing in multiplexer-based data acquisition systems without loading downstream channels.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| -3dB Bandwidth | 250MHz at AV = +1V/V - supports wideband signal conditioning up to Nyquist of >125MSPS ADCs |
| Slew Rate | 350V/µs - enables full-scale step response within nanoseconds for high-dynamic-range sampling |
| Settling Time | 6ns to 0.1% - meets timing budgets for sub-10ns aperture jitter ADCs |
| SFDR | 88dBc at fC = 5MHz - preserves ENOB in demanding RF/IF digitization paths |
| Output Drive | +77mA source / –106mA sink - directly drives low-Z ADC inputs (e.g., 50Ω terminated) without external buffers |
| Disable Current | 1mA typical - reduces system power by >95% during channel idle periods in multichannel DAQ |
| Input Voltage Range | Extends to VEE (0V in single-supply) - accepts ground-referenced sensor or DAC outputs without level-shifting |
Pinout & Package
MAX4285ESA+T is housed in an 8-pin SO (Small Outline) package with standard SOIC footprint (SOIC-8, 150mil width). Pin 1 is marked with a beveled corner or dot; the package is RoHS-compliant and rated for –40°C to +85°C operation.
| Pin | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | IN– | Inverting input - connects to feedback network in inverting configurations or to reference in differential setups |
| 2 | IN+ | Noninverting input - accepts single-ended or differential input signals; common-mode range includes VEE |
| 3 | OUT | Amplifier output - drives ADC input directly; high-impedance when DISABLE = low |
| 4 | VEE | Negative supply or ground - must be connected to system ground in single-supply mode |
| 5 | DISABLE | Active-low enable control - asserts high-impedance output and cuts supply current to 1mA |
| 6 | VCC | Positive supply - operates from +2.85V to +6.5V; requires local 0.1nF + 0.1µF bypassing |
| 7 | N.C. | No internal connection - leave unconnected or tie to ground per layout best practices |
| 8 | N.C. | No internal connection - same as Pin 7; no electrical function |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Unity-gain stable | Internally compensated for AV ≥ +1V/V - eliminates need for external compensation in most ADC buffer layouts |
| Rail-to-rail input common-mode | Operates with inputs down to VEE (0V) - simplifies interfacing with ground-referenced sources like sensors or DACs |
| High-speed disable | 40ns enable / 50ns disable - enables time-sliced channel sharing without inter-channel crosstalk or settling penalties |
| Low distortion at 5MHz | 88dBc SFDR - maintains signal integrity for IF sampling in communications receivers and spectrum analyzers |
| High output current | ±77mA/–106mA drive - supports direct connection to switched-capacitor ADC inputs without series resistance degradation |
Applications
| Communications Transceiver Front-End | High-Speed Data Acquisition System |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving the analog input of a 125MSPS pipeline ADC in a broadband wireless baseband receiver. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ADC buffer amplifier providing gain-of-one signal conditioning with minimal group delay and harmonic distortion. Use Value: 250MHz bandwidth and 88dBc SFDR preserve EVM and ACLR performance; disable mode isolates unused receive chains during TDD switching. |
Use Scenario: Multiplexing eight sensor channels into a single high-speed ADC via analog switches. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Channel-selectable buffer with high-Z output during inactive periods to prevent crosstalk and loading. Use Value: 35kΩ disabled output impedance and 2pF output capacitance minimize feedthrough; 40ns enable ensures tight channel-to-channel timing alignment. |
| Ultrasound Beamformer Analog Path | CCD Imaging Signal Chain |
|
Use Scenario: Buffering time-delayed echo signals before summation and digitization in portable ultrasound systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-noise, fast-settling driver ensuring phase coherence across parallel receive channels. Use Value: 6ns settling time and 10nV/√Hz input noise maintain spatial resolution; single +3.3V supply simplifies power architecture. |
Use Scenario: Conditioning pixel charge output from a high-frame-rate CCD sensor prior to correlated double sampling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-distortion, rail-to-rail input amplifier capturing full dynamic range of photodiode signals. Use Value: Input common-mode range to VEE allows direct connection to CCD's ground-referenced output; 350V/µs slew rate handles fast pixel reset transients. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ADC buffer amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX4285EUT-T | Same die, 6-pin SOT23-6 package - smaller footprint but higher thermal resistance (7.1mW/°C derating) | Better suited for space-constrained PCBs where thermal load is low and board area is premium | Select MAX4285EUT-T when board real estate is critical and ambient temperature remains ≤70°C |
| AD8009ARZ | 220MHz bandwidth, 5500V/µs slew rate, no disable function, ±5V dual-supply optimized | Higher slew rate benefits pulse applications; lacks disable mode and rail-to-rail input - requires level-shifting for ground-referenced signals | Choose AD8009ARZ only when extreme slew rate is required and disable functionality is unnecessary |
Compared with MAX4285EUT-T, the MAX4285ESA+T offers superior thermal dissipation in SO-8 and easier prototyping compatibility; versus AD8009ARZ, it provides integrated disable, lower supply voltage operation, and true single-supply input capability - making it more suitable for modern low-voltage, multiplexed ADC systems.
Availability
MAX4285ESA+T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-speed data acquisition, communications transceiver design, and medical ultrasound equipment requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for MAX4285ESA+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 power management ICs for demanding industrial, communications, and medical applications.
The MAX4285ESA+T belongs to Maxim's high-speed op amp family engineered specifically for ADC interface applications-emphasizing bandwidth, low distortion, fast settling, and seamless integration with modern data converters.
FAQ
What is the operating supply voltage range for MAX4285ESA+T?
The MAX4285ESA+T operates from a single +2.85V to +6.5V supply or dual ±1.425V to ±3.25V supplies. In single-supply mode, VEE is connected to ground, and the input common-mode range extends to that rail. This flexibility allows use in both low-voltage portable systems and higher-voltage industrial signal chains. The MAX4285ESA+T maintains full AC performance across this entire range.
Does MAX4285ESA+T require external compensation for unity-gain operation?
No, the MAX4285ESA+T is internally compensated for unity-gain stability (AV ≥ +1V/V). It does not require external compensation capacitors or resistors in standard noninverting or inverting configurations. This simplifies layout and improves reliability in high-frequency ADC buffer designs. The MAX4285ESA+T remains stable driving standard 300Ω loads without peaking or oscillation.
What is the output impedance of MAX4285ESA+T when disabled?
When the DISABLE pin is pulled low, the MAX4285ESA+T output enters a high-impedance state with typical impedance of 35kΩ. This, combined with only 2pF output capacitance, minimizes feedthrough in multiplexed architectures. The MAX4285ESA+T maintains this high-Z state while drawing just 1mA supply current-enabling efficient channel isolation without external switches.
Can MAX4285ESA+T drive a 50Ω transmission line directly?
Yes-the MAX4285ESA+T delivers –106mA sink and +77mA source current, enabling direct drive of 50Ω-terminated lines at moderate amplitudes. For full-scale 2Vpp signals, a small series resistor (~10Ω) is recommended to damp potential ringing due to reactive load interaction. The MAX4285ESA+T's 350V/µs slew rate and 250MHz bandwidth ensure fidelity through such interfaces without added latency.
Is MAX4285ESA+T pin-compatible with other devices in the MAX428x family?
No-MAX4285ESA+T (8-pin SO) shares pinout with MAX4286ESA but differs from dual-amplifier variants (e.g., MAX4287/MAX4288) which use 8-pin µMAX/SO or 10-pin µMAX packages. The DISABLE pin on MAX4285ESA+T is functionally identical to that of MAX4286ESA, but MAX4285ESA+T has no second amplifier section. Always verify pin mapping against the specific variant's datasheet before PCB reuse.
MAX4285ESA+T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Amplifier Type:
- Buffer
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Output Type:
- -
- Slew Rate:
- 385V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- -
- -3db Bandwidth:
- 220 MHz
- Current - Input Bias:
- 13 µA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 100 µV
- Current - Supply:
- 23mA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 106 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 2.85 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 6.5 V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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