MAX1044CPA

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Converter
• Characteristics: High-efficiency, low-power, voltage doubling/inverting
• Package: 8-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package)
• Essence: Charge Pump DC-to-DC Voltage Converter
• Packaging/Quantity: Tube/50 pieces per tube

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 1.5V to 10V
• Output Voltage Range: -1.5V to -10V
• Output Current: Up to 20mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Supply Voltage: ±1.5V to ±5.5V
• Quiescent Current: 120µA (typical)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX1044CPA has the following pin configuration:

1. GND: Ground reference
2. V+ (Pin 2): Positive supply voltage input
3. C1- (Pin 3): Negative terminal of flying capacitor C1
4. C1+ (Pin 4): Positive terminal of flying capacitor C1
5. SW (Pin 5): Switching node
6. C2+ (Pin 6): Positive terminal of flying capacitor C2
7. C2- (Pin 7): Negative terminal of flying capacitor C2
8. V- (Pin 8): Negative supply voltage output

Functional Features

• Converts a positive input voltage into a negative output voltage
• Provides voltage doubling or voltage inversion functionality
• High efficiency with low power consumption
• Requires only two external capacitors for operation
• Can be used as a voltage multiplier or inverter in various applications

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Simple and cost-effective voltage conversion solution
• Wide input voltage range allows flexibility in different applications
• Low quiescent current minimizes power consumption
• Compact 8-pin package for space-constrained designs

Disadvantages

• Limited output current capability (up to 20mA)
• Requires external capacitors for operation, increasing component count
• Output voltage ripple may be present under certain load conditions

Working Principles

The MAX1044CPA is a charge pump voltage converter that uses switched capacitor techniques to generate a negative output voltage. It operates by transferring charge from one capacitor to another, effectively doubling or inverting the input voltage.

When the SW pin is high, C1 charges through the V+ pin, and when the SW pin is low, C1 discharges into C2, resulting in voltage doubling or inversion at the V- pin.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX1044CPA can be used in various applications, including:

1. Portable electronic devices requiring negative supply voltages
2. LCD biasing circuits
3. Audio amplifiers
4. Sensor interfaces
5. Battery-powered systems
6. Industrial control systems

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the MAX1044CPA include:

1. ICL7660CPA: Similar functionality with improved specifications
2. LTC1044CN8: Higher output current capability
3. MAX660CPA: Enhanced features and performance
4. ICL7660SIPA: Smaller package size for space-constrained designs

These alternative models offer similar voltage conversion capabilities and can be considered based on specific application requirements.

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