Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX6397SATA+T
- Part No.:
- MAX6397SATA+T
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Category:
- Supervisors
- Package:
- 8-WDFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
MAX6397SATA+T.pdf
- Description:
- IC SUPERVISOR 1 CHANNEL 8TDFN
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Product details
Overview
MAX6397SATA+T from Maxim Integrated is an overvoltage protection controller with integrated 3.3V/100mA linear regulator, designed to safeguard downstream loads against transients up to 72V input. It controls an external n-channel MOSFET in either disconnect (switch) or voltage-limit (sawtooth GATE) mode, features adjustable overvoltage threshold via SET pin, internal charge-pump gate drive (VIN + 9.2V typical), and operates from -40°C to +125°C in industrial power rails.
For engineers reviewing the MAX6397SATA+T datasheet, MAX6397SATA+T pinout, MAX6397SATA+T application, or MAX6397SATA+T equivalent, this device is selected for high-reliability 3.3V always-on subsystems requiring transient-hardened input protection, precise overvoltage threshold setting, thermal shutdown coordination with external FET, and minimal quiescent current (37µA) in shutdown mode.
Technical Context
The MAX6397SATA+T implements dual-mode overvoltage control: as a switch (GATE pulled low to OUT during fault) or limiter (GATE sawtoothing to clamp VOUT at user-set threshold). Its SET pin monitors voltage via resistor divider with 1.215V ±0.034V threshold and 4% hysteresis, enabling precise OV trip points from 5.5V to 72V input range.
It integrates a standalone linear regulator delivering fixed 3.3V (±2.5% over load/temperature), 100mA output, 37µA quiescent current, and open-drain POK with 92.5% or 87.5% assertion threshold. Thermal shutdown activates at +150°C with 20°C hysteresis and disables both REG and GATE outputs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 5.5V to 72V - supports wide-input industrial and wall-cube supplies without external pre-regulation. |
| REG Output Voltage | 3.3V ±2.5% - factory-trimmed for stable 3.3V always-on biasing of microcontrollers or sensors. |
| REG Max Output Current | 100mA - sufficient to power low-power logic, RTCs, or supervisory circuits continuously. |
| Quiescent Current (SHDN = GND) | 37µA - enables ultra-low standby power in battery-backed or energy-sensitive systems. |
| Overvoltage Threshold Accuracy | SET = 1.215V ±0.034V - allows accurate, temperature-stable OV trip point setting across -40°C to +125°C. |
| GATE Drive Voltage | VIN + 9.2V (typ) - ensures full enhancement of low-RDS(ON) n-channel MOSFETs even at low VIN. |
| Thermal Shutdown Threshold | +150°C with 20°C hysteresis - protects IC and co-located MOSFET from thermal runaway during sustained overvoltage events. |
Pinout & Package
MAX6397SATA+T is housed in an 8-pin, 3mm × 3mm thermally enhanced TDFN-EP package with exposed pad (EP) connected to GND for optimal thermal performance and EMI reduction.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 IN | High-voltage supply input | Bypassed with ≥10µF capacitor; withstands up to +80V transient; powers internal circuitry and charge pump. |
| 2 SHDN | Active-low shutdown control | Drives GATE low to disable external MOSFET; REG remains active; internally pulled down to GND. |
| 3 SET | Overvoltage threshold reference input | Accepts resistor-divider from IN or OUT; 1.215V threshold sets precise OV trip point; 50nA bias enables high-impedance dividers. |
| 4 POK | Open-drain power-good output | Asserts low when REG drops below 92.5% or 87.5% of 3.3V; requires external pullup for system monitoring. |
| 5 GND | Analog/digital ground reference | Common return for all signals; EP must be soldered to PCB ground plane for thermal and electrical integrity. |
| 6 GATE | Charge-pump gate driver output | Sources 75µA to drive external n-MOSFET gate; clamped to ≤18V above OUT; fast turn-off (<100ns) during OV fault. |
| 7 OUT | Output voltage sense node | Connected to source of external n-MOSFET; used as feedback point in limiter mode; referenced by SET divider. |
| 8 REG | Fixed 3.3V linear regulator output | Delivers up to 100mA; bypassed with ≥4.7µF ceramic capacitor; independent of SHDN and GATE state. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual overvoltage response modes | Configurable as hard disconnect switch or closed-loop voltage limiter (sawtooth GATE) - preserves system operation during transients. |
| User-adjustable OV threshold | Set via single resistor divider on SET pin with ±2.8% accuracy over temperature - eliminates need for trimming or calibration. |
| Integrated 3.3V/100mA linear regulator | Always-on, 37µA IQ, ±2.5% output tolerance - powers critical subsystems without external LDO. |
| Charge-pump gate drive | VIN + 9.2V typical drive with 75µA sourcing - enables use of low-cost, low-RDS(ON) n-channel MOSFETs instead of p-channel. |
| Thermal shutdown with hysteresis | +150°C trip, +130°C recovery - coordinated protection for IC and co-packaged external MOSFET. |
Applications
| Industrial Power Input Protection | FireWire® Interface Power Conditioning |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: 24V/48V DC industrial bus subjected to lightning-induced surges or load-dump transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Overvoltage protection controller that isolates downstream PLC I/O modules or sensor nodes during >72V transients. Use Value: Prevents catastrophic failure of 3.3V microcontrollers by limiting VOUT to 3.3V via limiter mode while maintaining communication during fault. | Use Scenario: FireWire® cable hot-plug events causing voltage overshoot on 12V auxiliary power rail. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fast-response OV limiter controlling external n-MOSFET to clamp VOUT at 12V ±5% during plug-in transients. Use Value: Enables safe hot-swap without resetting connected peripherals, using sawtooth GATE to regulate rather than disconnect. |
| Notebook Computer Always-On Rail | Wall Cube Power Device Regulation |
Use Scenario: Notebook standby power path requiring continuous 3.3V supply to RTC and wake logic from unregulated adapter input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-function IC providing both 3.3V regulation and input surge protection for always-on subsystems. Use Value: Eliminates need for separate LDO + protector IC; 37µA shutdown IQ extends battery life during sleep states. | Use Scenario: Low-cost AC/DC wall cube powering IoT edge devices with strict input transient immunity requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-voltage front-end protector interfacing 72V-capable input to 3.3V system rail and external MOSFET switch. Use Value: Achieves UL/IEC surge compliance (e.g., IEC 61000-4-5) with minimal BOM count and no external gate driver. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar overvoltage protection + regulation applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX6397LATA+T | Fixed 5.0V REG output (vs. 3.3V); identical OV control, pinout, and thermal specs. | Used where main system rail is 5V; not suitable for 3.3V-only loads without post-regulation. | Select when 5V always-on bias is required; same layout and firmware compatibility. |
| TPS26631RGER | Integrated 60V eFuse with current limiting and 3.3V LDO; no adjustable OV threshold; no sawtooth limiter mode. | Targets current-fault protection over voltage-fault; lacks precision OV threshold setting and dual-mode flexibility. | Choose for simpler current-based protection; avoid when precise, user-defined OV trip or limiter operation is mandatory. |
Compared with MAX6397LATA+T, the MAX6397SATA+T delivers matched protection functionality but targets 3.3V subsystems directly; versus TPS26631RGER, it offers superior OV threshold adjustability and true voltage-limiting behavior essential for transient-resilient 3.3V always-on designs.
Availability
MAX6397SATA+T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial power input protection, FireWire® interface conditioning, notebook always-on rail management, and wall cube power device regulation requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and high-voltage operating conditions.
Supply support for MAX6397SATA+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, automotive, and computing applications.
The MAX6397 series targets high-reliability power front-end protection, combining adjustable overvoltage control with integrated low-quiescent linear regulation to simplify robust power architecture design in harsh environments.
FAQ
What is the exact output voltage tolerance of the MAX6397SATA+T linear regulator?
The MAX6397SATA+T delivers a factory-trimmed 3.3V output with ±2.5% tolerance over full load (1mA–100mA) and temperature (-40°C to +125°C), verified per Electrical Characteristics table on page 2 of the datasheet. This ensures reliable biasing of 3.3V logic without external trimming.
Can the MAX6397SATA+T operate in overvoltage-limiter mode with a 3.3V output target?
Yes - the MAX6397SATA+T supports overvoltage-limiter mode regardless of its internal REG voltage. When configured as a limiter, the SET pin monitors VOUT (not REG), allowing precise clamping of any downstream rail - including 3.3V - at user-defined thresholds via resistor divider.
Does the MAX6397SATA+T require external components to set the overvoltage threshold?
Yes - the MAX6397SATA+T uses an external resistor divider from IN or OUT to the SET pin to define the overvoltage threshold. With SET's 1.215V reference, a two-resistor network (e.g., 240kΩ + 3.79MΩ for 20V trip) provides accurate, temperature-stable adjustment without trimming.
How does the POK output behave during shutdown of the MAX6397SATA+T?
The POK output remains fully functional during SHDN assertion: it continues monitoring the REG output and asserts low if VREG falls below 92.5% or 87.5% of 3.3V, even while GATE is disabled. This enables independent power-good signaling for system reset or monitoring during low-power states.
What thermal considerations apply when using the MAX6397SATA+T with an external MOSFET?
The MAX6397SATA+T includes thermal shutdown at +150°C with 20°C hysteresis and is designed to monitor PCB temperature near the external MOSFET. For effective coordination, mount the MAX6397SATA+T adjacent to the MOSFET's thermal pad and ensure direct thermal coupling - otherwise, thermal protection may not trigger before MOSFET failure.
MAX6397SATA+T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-WDFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- Regulator/Supervisor
- Number of Voltages Monitored:
- 1
- Voltage - Threshold:
- 2.892V
- Output:
- Open Drain or Open Collector
- Reset:
- Active Low
- Reset Timeout:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-TDFN (3x3)
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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 MAX6397SATA+T part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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