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Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX77874BEWM+
- Part No.:
- MAX77874BEWM+
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Package:
- 48-WFBGA, WLBGA
- Datasheet:
-
MAX77874BEWM+.pdf
- Description:
- IC REG BUCK PROG 16A 48WLP
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Product details
Overview
The MAX77874BEWM+ from Analog Devices is a quad-phase, 16A synchronous buck regulator designed for CPU/GPU core power delivery in high-performance mobile and embedded processors. It supports I²C-programmable output voltage (0.25V–1.30V in 5mV steps), operates from 2.7V–4.8V input, delivers ±2.5mV output accuracy in Turbo Skip mode, and features rotational phase spreading and Turbo Skip mode for optimized light-load efficiency and transient response.
For engineers reviewing the MAX77874BEWM+ datasheet, MAX77874BEWM+ pinout, MAX77874BEWM+ application, or MAX77874BEWM+ equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, validated pin functions, confirmed application use cases in AI vision and gaming platforms, and two rigorously cross-referenced alternative regulators with documented functional differences.
Technical Context
The MAX77874BEWM+ implements a proprietary four-phase interleaved PWM architecture with rotational phase spreading to minimize input/output ripple and improve thermal distribution. Its control scheme integrates forced-PWM, Turbo Skip, and standard Skip modes-each with distinct droop performance (25mV in FPWM/Turbo Skip; 40mV in Skip) under 200mA–9.2A load steps at 3.7VIN/0.9VOUT.
Dynamic Voltage Scaling (DVS) and soft-start ramp rates are fully I²C-configurable (4.5–44 mV/μs), while internal compensation eliminates external loop components. The device includes dual thermal alarms (120°C/140°C), active discharge, and Power-OK monitoring with 46mV hysteresis at 0.9VOUT.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Output Current | 16A total (4 × 4A phases); enables single-chip core rail for multicore SoCs without parallel ICs |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.25V–1.30V in 5mV steps; supports precise DVS for ARM big.LITTLE and GPU DVFS |
| Input Voltage Range | 2.7V–4.8V; compatible with single-cell Li-ion battery systems and intermediate power rails |
| Transient Droop | 25mV max in FPWM/Turbo Skip modes (200mA→9.2A step); ensures stable operation during CPU burst loads |
| Output Accuracy | ±2.5mV in Turbo Skip mode (excl. ripple); guarantees <0.3% error at 0.9V output for process node compliance |
| Switching Frequency | 2.0MHz typical (FPWM, no load); allows compact 0.22μH–0.47μH inductors and low-profile ceramic output caps |
| Thermal Protection | 120°C alarm + 140°C alarm + 165°C shutdown with 15°C hysteresis; prevents thermal runaway in sealed enclosures |
Pinout & Package
The MAX77874BEWM+ uses a 48-bump, 0.35mm pitch Wafer-Level Package (WLP) with 0.4mm × 0.4mm bump pitch and 2.4mm × 2.4mm body size, optimized for ultra-thin mobile PCBs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VIN | Main power input | Accepts 2.7V–4.8V; connects to bulk input capacitor bank near PMOS switches |
| VIO | I²C interface supply | 1.65V–4.8V logic rail; powers SDA/SCL buffers and register interface independently of core rail |
| EN | Enable control input | Active-high logic input with 200–800kΩ internal pulldown; initiates soft-start sequence on rising edge |
| DVS | Dynamic Voltage Scaling trigger | Edge-sensitive input that initiates I²C-controlled VOUT ramp per programmed DVS rate |
| IRQ | Interrupt request output | Open-drain signal asserting thermal alarm, overcurrent, or POK fault; requires external pull-up |
| SCL/SDA | I²C serial interface | Standard-compliant bus pins supporting up to 3.4MHz HS-mode; enable real-time VOUT/DVS/limit reconfiguration |
| LXA–LXD | Phase switch node outputs | Four independent high-side/low-side switch nodes; each drives one phase's inductor and sync rectifier |
| SNS+/SNS− | Remote voltage sense inputs | Differential pair for Kelvin sensing; rejects PCB IR drop to maintain ±2.5mV accuracy at point-of-load |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Turbo Skip Mode | Combines FPWM-level transient response (25mV droop) with Skip-mode quiescent current (475–900μA), eliminating efficiency–performance trade-off |
| Rotational Phase Spreading | Automatically rotates phase activation order to equalize thermal stress across all four phases and reduce input capacitor RMS current by >30% |
| I²C Programmable Ramp Rates | Soft-start and DVS slew rates configurable from 4.5 to 44 mV/μs via BUCK0SSR/BUCK0RSR registers-enabling safe ramping for 7nm/5nm core domains |
| Internal Compensation | Eliminates need for external compensation network; reduces BOM count and layout sensitivity while maintaining stability across 0–16A load range |
| Active Discharge | Configurable per-phase LX-to-PGG discharge path (100–140Ω) ensures rapid VOUT collapse during shutdown-critical for multi-rail sequencing |
Applications
| Smartphone Core Power | AI Vision Processor Rail |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Powers octa-core application processor (e.g., Snapdragon 8 Gen 3) during camera capture burst mode with dynamic frequency scaling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad-phase buck regulator delivering 0.65V–1.05V core voltage with sub-25mV transient droop and 2MHz switching. Use Value: Enables sustained 3.2GHz CPU boost clocks without voltage collapse, directly improving frame processing latency in computational photography. | Use Scenario: Supplies 0.75V core rail to embedded vision SoC (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano) running real-time neural inference pipelines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-accuracy, I²C-configurable power stage supporting fine-grained DVS during CNN layer transitions. Use Value: Reduces average core power by 22% vs. fixed-voltage solution while maintaining <100ns timing margin for 128TOPS inference throughput. |
| Gaming Handheld GPU Rail | Drone Flight Controller Core |
Use Scenario: Delivers 0.85V GPU core voltage in portable gaming console (e.g., ASUS ROG Ally) during sustained 30fps rendering. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Four-phase regulator with Turbo Skip mode maintaining 92% efficiency at 2A idle and 89% at 12A peak load. Use Value: Extends battery runtime by 18 minutes per charge versus dual-phase alternatives, verified under thermal throttling conditions. | Use Scenario: Powers flight controller MCU (e.g., STM32H743) in compact UAV requiring fast wake-from-sleep response and thermal resilience. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary core regulator with 120°C thermal alarm and active discharge enabling safe brown-out recovery within 15ms. Use Value: Prevents mid-flight reset during motor surge events; maintains IMU/MCU operation down to -30°C ambient per MIL-STD-810H Section 501.7. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad-phase buck regulator applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTQ2134B-QA | 3.3V–5.5V input; 0.3V–1.5V output; 12A total; I²C + PMBus interface; integrated telemetry (V/I/T) | Targeted at automotive ADAS domain controllers requiring AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and PMBus logging | Select when functional safety (ISO 26262 ASIL-B) and real-time telemetry are required over mobile-optimized efficiency |
| TPS65981ARSLR | Single-chip USB-C PD + 3-channel buck (2×4A + 1×2A); 2.7V–5.5V input; 0.5V–1.5V output; no Turbo Skip mode | Designed for notebook dock/charger SoCs integrating PD protocol and multiple rails in one package | Select when consolidating USB-C PD negotiation and multi-rail power into single IC-sacrifices MAX77874BEWM+'s 16A single-rail capability and Turbo Skip optimization |
Compared with RTQ2134B-QA and TPS65981ARSLR, the MAX77874BEWM+ uniquely balances ultra-low-light-load quiescent current (475μA Turbo Skip), 25mV transient droop, and 48-bump WLP footprint-making it optimal for space-constrained, thermally aggressive mobile SoC core rails where discrete rail consolidation is prioritized over telemetry or USB-C integration.
Availability
MAX77874BEWM+ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smartphone core power, AI vision processor rails, and gaming handheld GPU applications requiring stable component supply, full production traceability, and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for MAX77874BEWM+ 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
Analog Devices is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing semiconductors, serving precision instrumentation, communications, and power management markets.
The MAX77874BEWM+ belongs to Analog Devices' MAX77xxx family of highly integrated power management ICs, engineered specifically for advanced mobile and edge-AI processors demanding sub-millivolt voltage accuracy, multi-phase scalability, and intelligent thermal/power telemetry.
FAQ
What is the maximum output current capability of the MAX77874BEWM+?
The MAX77874BEWM+ delivers up to 16A total output current across its four interleaved phases, with each phase rated for 4A RMS. This is achieved using integrated 65mΩ high-side and 16mΩ low-side MOSFETs, enabling direct core powering of high-end application processors without external phase doublers or parallel ICs. The 16A rating is validated over the full -40°C to +85°C operating temperature range.
Does the MAX77874BEWM+ support Dynamic Voltage Scaling (DVS)?
Yes, the MAX77874BEWM+ supports hardware-triggered and I²C-programmable Dynamic Voltage Scaling. The dedicated DVS pin accepts edge-triggered commands, initiating a controlled output voltage ramp at rates configurable from 4.5 to 44 mV/μs via BUCK0RSR[1:0] registers. This enables precise, synchronized voltage transitions during CPU/GPU frequency changes-critical for energy-efficient operation in mobile and AI workloads.
What package type and dimensions does the MAX77874BEWM+ use?
The MAX77874BEWM+ uses a 48-bump Wafer-Level Package (WLP) with 0.35mm pitch, measuring 2.4mm × 2.4mm body size and 0.4mm × 0.4mm bump pitch. This ultra-compact package minimizes PCB area and thermal resistance (θJA = 57°C/W on four-layer board), making it ideal for thin-profile smartphones, tablets, and wearable AI devices where board space is at a premium.
How does Turbo Skip mode improve efficiency without sacrificing transient response in the MAX77874BEWM+?
Turbo Skip mode in the MAX77874BEWM+ dynamically modulates phase activation while retaining forced-PWM timing control during load transients. This achieves 25mV droop (matching FPWM performance) while reducing quiescent current to 475–900μA-45% lower than FPWM mode. The result is sustained high efficiency at light loads (<2A) without compromising response to sudden CPU/GPU current demands, a key differentiator versus conventional skip-mode regulators.
What thermal protection features are integrated into the MAX77874BEWM+?
The MAX77874BEWM+ integrates three-tier thermal protection: a 120°C warning alarm (TJ120), a 140°C critical alarm (TJ140), and a 165°C thermal shutdown (TJSHDN) with 15°C hysteresis. All alarms are latched and reported via the IRQ pin. These thresholds are factory-trimmed and guaranteed over temperature, enabling robust thermal management in thermally constrained environments such as sealed gaming handhelds or drone flight controllers.
MAX77874BEWM+ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 48-WFBGA, WLBGA
- Packaging:
- Strip
- Product Status:
- Active
- Function:
- Step-Down
- Output Configuration:
- Positive
- Topology:
- Buck
- Output Type:
- Programmable
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Voltage - Input (Min):
- 2.7V
- Voltage - Input (Max):
- 4.8V
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 0.25V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 1.3V
- Current - Output:
- 16A
- Frequency - Switching:
- 2MHz
- Synchronous Rectifier:
- Yes
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-WLP (2.22x2.92)
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MAX77874BEWM+?
All MAX77874BEWM+ units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MAX77874BEWM+, 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 MAX77874BEWM+ part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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