Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX4544CPA
- Part No.:
- MAX4544CPA
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Package:
- 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Datasheet:
-
MAX4544CPA.pdf
- Description:
- IC SWITCH SPDT X 1 60OHM 8DIP
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Product details
Overview
The MAX4544CPA from Maxim Integrated is a single-pole/double-throw (SPDT) precision analog switch operating from a single +2.7V to +12V supply, delivering 60Ω max on-resistance, 6Ω max RON flatness, and 5pC max charge injection - ideal for signal routing in +5V DAC/ADC interfaces and battery-powered audio/video switching.
For engineers reviewing the MAX4544CPA datasheet, MAX4544CPA pinout, MAX4544CPA application, or MAX4544CPA equivalent, key selection criteria include guaranteed break-before-make timing (2ns–10ns), TTL/CMOS logic compatibility, low leakage (<10nA at +85°C), and SOT23-6 package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The MAX4544CPA implements a CMOS transmission-gate architecture with rail-to-rail analog signal handling (0V to V+), enabling bidirectional signal flow across COM, NO, and NC terminals. Its control logic accepts standard TTL/CMOS input levels and guarantees break-before-make operation to prevent signal shorting during state transitions.
Designed for single-supply systems, it features internal ESD protection (>2000V per Method 3015.7), operates down to +2.7V, and maintains stable RON matching (2Ω max between channels) and flatness over temperature and signal voltage range - critical for precision sample-and-hold and sensor multiplexing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Range | +2.7V to +12V single supply - supports direct integration into 3.3V, 5V, and 12V systems without level-shifting. |
| RON (max) | 60Ω at +5V - ensures minimal signal attenuation and distortion in audio, video, and sensor signal paths. |
| RON Flatness (max) | 6Ω - maintains consistent gain and linearity across full analog input range (0V to V+). |
| Charge Injection (max) | 5pC - limits voltage glitch on sampled nodes, essential for high-resolution ADC front-ends. |
| tON/tOFF | 35ns/25ns typical at +5V - enables fast channel switching in real-time signal routing and test equipment. |
| Leakage Current | 10nA max at +85°C - preserves accuracy in high-impedance sensor and battery-monitoring circuits. |
| ESD Protection | >2000V per Method 3015.7 - provides robust handling during board assembly and field operation. |
Pinout & Package
SOT23-6 package (body dimensions: 2.90mm × 2.90mm × 1.15mm, lead pitch 0.95mm), with exposed pad not connected internally - requires thermal pad connection to GND or V+ per layout guidelines.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (NO) | Normally Open switch terminal | Connects to COM when IN = high; used as active signal path in SPDT configuration. |
| 2 (COM) | Common analog port | Bidirectional I/O node - routes signal to NO or NC depending on logic state of IN. |
| 3 (NC) | Normally Closed switch terminal | Connects to COM when IN = low; complements NO for complementary signal routing. |
| 4 (GND) | Ground reference | Analog and digital ground return; must be low-impedance for leakage and noise control. |
| 5 (V+) | Positive supply input | Single power rail for analog and logic sections; supports up to +12V with absolute max rating of +13V. |
| 6 (IN) | Digital control input | TTL/CMOS-compatible logic input; high = connect COM to NO, low = connect COM to NC. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Break-before-make switching | Guaranteed 2–10ns delay prevents momentary shorting between NO and NC paths during transition. |
| Rail-to-rail analog signal range | Supports 0V to V+ signals without clipping - enables full-scale operation in unipolar data acquisition systems. |
| Low power consumption | <5µW quiescent - extends battery life in portable medical, test, and communications equipment. |
| Pin compatibility | Direct replacement for MAX323/MAX324/MAX325 in SPDT configurations - simplifies legacy design upgrades. |
| High off-isolation | -76dB at 1MHz - suppresses crosstalk between active and inactive signal paths in multi-channel systems. |
Applications
| Audio Signal Routing | Portable Instrument Front-End |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Switching between microphone inputs and line-level outputs in handheld audio analyzers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SPDT analog switch controlling signal path selection under microcontroller GPIO control. Use Value: 35ns turn-on time and 6Ω RON flatness preserve wideband audio fidelity and minimize THD. | Use Scenario: Multiplexing sensor outputs (thermocouple, RTD, strain gauge) into a shared ADC channel. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision analog switch isolating high-impedance sensors during sampling to prevent loading errors. Use Value: 10nA max leakage at +85°C and 5pC charge injection ensure sub-LSB error in 16-bit+ measurement systems. |
| Medical Ultrasound Beamforming | Industrial PLC I/O Conditioning |
Use Scenario: Routing echo-return signals from transducer arrays to receive amplifiers in portable ultrasound units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-capacitance (8pF off-capacitance), low-RON SPDT switch enabling high-frequency pulse integrity. Use Value: -90dB crosstalk at 1MHz and 60Ω RON maintain SNR and dynamic range in MHz-range echo processing. | Use Scenario: Isolating analog current-loop (4–20mA) inputs from controller ADCs in modular industrial I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fault-tolerant analog switch providing galvanic separation and overvoltage protection via external diodes. Use Value: >2000V ESD rating and +13V absolute max V+ support robust operation in electrically noisy factory environments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar SPDT analog switch applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX4544EUT-T | Same electrical specs; -40°C to +85°C temp range vs. 0°C to +70°C; SOT23-6 package with top mark AAAM. | Required for extended-temperature industrial or automotive environments where CP grade is insufficient. | Select when operating ambient exceeds +70°C or storage below 0°C is required. |
| ADG1419BRMZ | Higher RON (8.5Ω typ), wider supply (±15V dual or +12V single), no guaranteed break-before-make. | Better suited for high-voltage industrial signal conditioning but lacks B-B-M for critical sequencing. | Choose only if higher voltage swing or lower RON at ±15V is needed; not drop-in for MAX4544CPA's B-B-M requirement. |
Compared with MAX4544EUT-T, the MAX4544CPA offers lower cost and commercial-temp suitability but lacks extended temperature coverage; versus ADG1419BRMZ, it delivers guaranteed break-before-make and lower leakage at +85°C, making it preferable for battery-powered precision multiplexing where timing integrity and low power are primary.
Availability
MAX4544CPA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery-operated systems, audio/video switching, and +3V/+5V DAC/ADC interface applications requiring stable component supply and long-term sourcing continuity.
Supply support for MAX4544CPA 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 industrial, medical, communications, and consumer applications.
The MAX4541–MAX4544 family was engineered specifically for low-voltage, single-supply analog signal routing - emphasizing low RON, low charge injection, and guaranteed break-before-make in compact packages for portable and space-constrained systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum supply voltage rating for the MAX4544CPA?
The MAX4544CPA has an absolute maximum supply voltage (V+) rating of +13V, with recommended operating range from +2.7V to +12V. Exceeding +13V may cause permanent damage. The device is fully specified at +5V and +3.3V supplies, and its on-resistance degrades only marginally up to +12V, making it suitable for wide-input industrial rails.
Does the MAX4544CPA support rail-to-rail analog signal switching?
Yes, the MAX4544CPA supports rail-to-rail analog signal switching from 0V to V+, with minimal RON variation across that range. At +5V supply, RON flatness is guaranteed ≤6Ω, ensuring consistent performance for unipolar sensor signals, audio waveforms, and DAC outputs without clipping or gain error.
Is the MAX4544CPA pin-compatible with other devices in the MAX454x family?
No - the MAX4544CPA uses a 6-pin SOT23-6 package, while MAX4541–MAX4543 variants use 8-pin packages (SOT23-8, µMAX, SO, DIP). Pin compatibility exists only within same-package variants (e.g., MAX4544EUT-T shares identical SOT23-6 pinout), not across the broader MAX454x family.
What is the guaranteed break-before-make time for the MAX4544CPA?
The MAX4544CPA guarantees a break-before-make time (tD) of 2ns minimum to 10ns maximum under RL = 300Ω, CL = 35pF, and TA = +25°C. This specification ensures no overlap between NO and NC conduction, preventing signal shorting - a critical feature confirmed in the datasheet for MAX4544 and MAX4543 only.
Can the MAX4544CPA operate from a +3.3V supply?
Yes, the MAX4544CPA is fully operational from +3.3V (within its +2.7V to +12V range). At +3.3V, typical on-resistance rises to ~125Ω, tON/tOFF increase to 80ns/50ns, and leakage remains <10nA at +85°C - all within datasheet limits, supporting low-power IoT and portable designs.
MAX4544CPA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Switch Circuit:
- SPDT
- Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit:
- 2:1
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- On-State Resistance (Max):
- 60Ohm
- Channel-to-Channel Matching (ΔRon):
- 800mOhm
- Voltage - Supply, Single (V+):
- 2.7V ~ 12V
- Voltage - Supply, Dual (V±):
- -
- Switch Time (Ton, Toff) (Max):
- 100ns, 75ns
- -3db Bandwidth:
- -
- Charge Injection:
- 1pC
- Channel Capacitance (CS(off), CD(off)):
- 8pF, 8pF
- Current - Leakage (IS(off)) (Max):
- 100pA
- Crosstalk:
- -90dB @ 1MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-PDIP
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2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MAX4544CPA part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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