Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX9600EUP-T

Overview

MAX9600EUP-T from Maxim Integrated is a dual-channel ultra-high-speed ECL-output comparator with 500ps propagation delay, 10ps channel-to-channel skew, and -2.2V to +3V input common-mode range under ±5.2V/5V supplies. It features latch-enable (LE_, LE_) and current-controlled hysteresis (HYS_) for track-hold/sampling operation and noise immunity in high-fidelity pulse tracking applications such as VLSI ATE and logic analyzer front ends.

For engineers reviewing the MAX9600EUP-T datasheet, MAX9600EUP-T pinout, MAX9600EUP-T application, or MAX9600EUP-T equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, functional pin mapping, real-world timing behavior, and validated alternative options - all grounded in Maxim's official 2002 datasheet Rev 1.

Technical Context

The MAX9600EUP-T employs a bipolar process with 558 transistors and operates from -40°C to +85°C. Its differential input stage supports wide common-mode voltage (VEE + 3V to VCC – 2V) and achieves 70dB CMRR and 65dB PSRR, enabling robust operation in noisy high-speed test environments.

It delivers complementary ECL outputs capable of directly driving 50Ω-terminated transmission lines with VOH = –0.94V (typ) and VOL = –1.72V (typ) at TA = +25°C. Latch enable allows synchronous sampling with 250ps setup time and 300ps hold time, while hysteresis is set via external RHYS_ (10kΩ–35kΩ) for 5–60mV input-referred thresholds.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MAX9600EUP-T is housed in a 20-pin TSSOP package (4.4mm body width) with exposed pad not electrically connected. Pin assignments are fully validated per Maxim's official pin configuration diagram (TSSOP-20 top view, Rev 1).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-high-speed comparator applications.

Compared with MAX9601EUP-T, MAX9600EUP-T offers native ECL compatibility and ground-referenced outputs, while ADCMP572BCPZ-R7 trades dual-channel correlation and latch control for lower delay and LVDS interoperability - making each optimal for distinct system architecture constraints.

Availability

MAX9600EUP-T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-speed memory ATE, logic analyzer front ends, and precision instrumentation requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle continuity, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for MAX9600EUP-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) is a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and power management ICs for industrial, communications, and test equipment markets.

The MAX9600EUP-T belongs to Maxim's ultra-high-speed comparator product line, designed specifically for sub-nanosecond timing-critical applications including automatic test equipment, high-bandwidth instrumentation, and digital signal acquisition systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by the MAX9600EUP-T?

The MAX9600EUP-T supports a 4Gbps tracking frequency toggle rate with 100mV input overdrive, verified per AC Electrical Characteristics table. This corresponds to reliable operation up to 2GHz fundamental frequency for square-wave inputs, enabled by its 500ps propagation delay and low 30ps delay dispersion across duty cycles and slew rates.

How do I configure hysteresis on the MAX9600EUP-T?

Hysteresis on the MAX9600EUP-T is configured using an external resistor (RHYS_) connected from HYSA or HYSB to GND. A 16.4kΩ resistor yields ~30mV input-referred hysteresis; values from 10kΩ to 35kΩ provide 60mV to 5mV respectively. Leaving HYS_ open sets hysteresis to zero, while connecting to VCC disables hysteresis current entirely.

Can the MAX9600EUP-T operate with non-standard supply voltages?

Yes - the MAX9600EUP-T is specified for VCC = 4.3V to 6.3V and VEE = –6V to –4V, supporting both standard (–5.2V/+5V) and shifted (–4.2V/+6V) rails. Input common-mode range adjusts accordingly: –1.2V to +4V with +6V/–4.2V supplies, ensuring flexibility in system-level power architecture design.

What is the purpose of the dual latch-enable inputs (LE_ and LE_) on the MAX9600EUP-T?

The complementary LE_ and LE_ inputs implement a differential latch-enable interface. When LE_ is low and LE_ is high, the comparator operates in track mode; when LE_ is high and LE_ is low, it latches the output state. This differential scheme rejects common-mode noise and ensures robust timing control in high-speed digital systems - a key requirement for synchronous sampling in ATE.

Does the MAX9600EUP-T require external termination resistors on its outputs?

Yes - the MAX9600EUP-T features open-emitter ECL outputs that require external 50Ω pull-down resistors (RL) connected to VT = –2V. This termination establishes proper VOH (–0.94V typ) and VOL (–1.72V typ) levels and ensures impedance-matched transmission line driving. Resistors must be placed close to the device pins to minimize parasitic inductance.