Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX4552CSE

Overview

MAX4552CSE from Maxim Integrated is a quad, low-voltage, normally open (NO) single-pole/single-throw (SPST) analog switch IC. It features ±15kV IEC 1000-4-2 ESD protection on NO/NC pins, 120Ω max on-resistance at ±5V supplies, 1nA COM off-leakage at +25°C, and rail-to-rail analog signal handling. It is used in audio signal routing and battery-operated test equipment where robust switching and low leakage are critical.

For engineers reviewing the MAX4552CSE datasheet, MAX4552CSE pinout, MAX4552CSE application, or MAX4552CSE equivalent, this page delivers verified specifications, package mapping, functional pin roles, real-world use cases, and two confirmed alternative parts with documented technical and application differences - all tailored for analog signal path design, ESD-hardened instrumentation, and low-power portable systems.

Technical Context

The MAX4552CSE implements four independent CMOS SPST switches with TTL/CMOS-compatible digital inputs (1.6V/2.4V thresholds), supporting dual supplies (±2V to ±6V) or single supply (+2V to +12V). Its internal architecture uses complementary N- and P-channel MOSFETs per switch, driven by logic-level translators referenced to V+ and V−, enabling rail-to-rail analog conduction without signal clipping.

ESD protection relies on on-chip bidirectional SCRs between NO/NC pins and GND, triggering within nanoseconds during ±15kV contact discharge events. Holding current is 110mA (positive) / 95mA (negative) at +25°C, requiring external current limiting below 35mA at +85°C to guarantee SCR turn-off after ESD events.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MAX4552CSE is housed in a 16-pin narrow SO (Small Outline) package, 7.5mm × 10.3mm body, 1.27mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MAX4552CSE, MAX4552ESE extends thermal capability without trade-offs, while ADG1412BRUZ trades ESD integration for lower RON and wider voltage range - making MAX4552CSE optimal for cost-sensitive, ESD-exposed portable instrumentation.

Availability

MAX4552CSE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery-operated equipment, data acquisition systems, and avionics signal conditioning requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for MAX4552CSE 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 high-performance analog and mixed-signal ICs for industrial, communications, and consumer applications.

The MAX455x family targets ESD-hardened analog signal routing in portable and field-deployable equipment, emphasizing robustness, low power, and compatibility with legacy industry-standard footprints like DG212.

FAQ

What is the maximum supply voltage rating for MAX4552CSE?

The absolute maximum V+ to V− differential is 13.0V. At ±6V nominal supplies (±10% tolerance), the worst-case differential reaches 13.2V - exceeding rating. Use ±5.5V or tighter-tolerance supplies. For single supply, V+ may go up to +12V with V− tied to GND, but ensure transient spikes stay below +13.0V relative to GND. MAX4552CSE must never see >13.0V across V+ and V−.

Does MAX4552CSE support rail-to-rail operation with a +3.3V single supply?

Yes. MAX4552CSE is fully specified down to +2.7V single supply. At +3.3V, it delivers rail-to-rail analog switching from 0V to +3.3V, with typical on-resistance of 500Ω and logic thresholds of VIN_L = 0.5V / VIN_H = 1.1V - compatible with 3.3V LVTTL and LVCMOS outputs. Performance remains stable across −40°C to +85°C for the E-grade variant.

How does the ±15kV ESD protection work on MAX4552CSE, and what external design is required?

MAX4552CSE uses on-chip bidirectional SCRs between NO/NC pins and GND. During an ESD strike, SCRs trigger in <5ns and shunt current to ground. To ensure automatic turn-off, external sources connected to NO/NC pins must be current-limited to ≤35mA at +85°C (half the 70mA holding current). Also place 100nF ceramic capacitors from V+ and V− to GND to absorb residual ESD energy.

Is MAX4552CSE pin-compatible with the DG212 analog switch?

Yes. MAX4552CSE is explicitly designed as a pin-compatible upgrade to the industry-standard DG212. Pin assignments for IN, COM, NO, V+, V−, GND, and N.C. match exactly in the 16-pin SO package. No PCB layout changes are needed - simply replace DG212 with MAX4552CSE to add ±15kV ESD protection and lower leakage.

What is the typical charge injection of MAX4552CSE, and how does it affect precision sampling?

MAX4552CSE exhibits 1–5pC typical charge injection (Q) at ±5V supplies, measured with CL = 1nF and RS = 0Ω. In a 12-bit SAR ADC with 10kΩ input impedance and 1µF hold capacitor, this induces ≤0.5 LSB glitch - manageable with proper sampling timing and guard-band settling. For 16-bit systems, use external low-pass filtering or select switches with <0.5pC Q (e.g., ADG1412).